Megan Siverling Class: Freshman Hometown: Havertown, Pa. High School: Downingtown East Event: Freestyle

HIGH SCHOOL:
Was a four-year letter winner at Downingtown East High School under head coach Janet Bright... Was team-captain for 2010-2011 season... Lead team to PIAA State Finals in 400 Free Relay in 2008 and 2009 and a PIAA Medal in 200 Free Relay in 2008... Was a 2010 State Finalist in 200 Free and a 2010 District Medalist in 200 Free and 500 Free... Named a High School All-American in 2008 and 2010... Is a member of the National Honors Society... Was named a National Merit Commended Student.

PERSONAL: Full name is Megan Siverling... Born on October 3, 1992 in Houston, TX... Parents are Curt and Mary Beth Siverling... Has a twin sister, Danielle(18), and a younger sister, Courtney(13)... Sister will swim at the University of North Carolina... Dad played basketball at Grove City College... Uncle, Brian Siverling, played football at Penn State and graduated in 1986... Is undecided on a major.

ON CHOOSING PENN STATE: " I loved the integrity and energy that every Penn Stater seems to have. The great academics, large selection of majors, and successful swimming program make opportunities on this campus limitless, and the team atmosphere among the swimmers made me feel instantly at home."