Kathryn Lienhard
Name: Kathryn Lienhard
Hometown: Westminster, Md.
Year in School: Junior
Major: Marine Science
Yes, Kathryn Lienhard has a certain artistic marking that has delighted the #TEALnation community. But before we address her distinguishing physical trait, we want to focus on Kathryn’s endearing internal traits.
First thing you need to know about Kathryn, a junior marine science student from Westminster, Md., is that she is compassionate. She cares for the people around her immensely, but her empathy extends far past humans.
“I feel like I have a heart not just for other people but for the world and the environment.” Kathryn says, adding that she wants to “amplify” any environmental impact she is capable of making.
Kathryn is also a woman of service. As secretary of the CCU Rotaract Club, you can find her cleaning up the beach, planting trees, packing meals for underprivileged youth and doing whatever is necessary to contribute to the overall welfare of the Coastal Carolina and surrounding community.
Not to be overlooked, Kathryn is dedicated to her area of study. Fascinated with marine science since she was young, she made it a priority to attend the best college she could find related to her desired major. After all her research, Coastal Carolina University stood alone. Appreciative of the opportunities given to students both inside and outside of the classroom, Kathryn has taken full advantage of lab field trips, knowledgeable faculty members and the resources available at CCU.
So, what else could make a well-rounded student such as Kathryn Lienhard stand out even more?
Four words: Fried. Chicken. Friday. Tattoo.
That’s right, Kathryn Lienhard sports a small Fried Chicken Friday tattoo on the back of the leg, near her lower calf. When word about Kathryn’s tattoo got out last week, she was immediately a star on various CCU social media accounts. What inspired her to get it?
“Prior to coming to Coastal, I never really had real fried chicken. The first time I tried Fried Chicken Friday I absolutely loved it, and I have been going ever since and I just wanted something to commemorate that,” Kathryn explains. “I love seeing people’s reactions when I show them that I have a Fried Chicken Friday tattoo.”
Inside and out, Kathryn is a dedicated Chanticleer. We appreciate her contributions to our University and for going all-in to embrace one of our beloved traditions.