Updates and News:
October 15, 2008~
Michelle attended the 29th Annual Salute to Women in Sports event in New York on Tuesday. In the article she hints that she'll be done with her bachelor's degree soon - congrats Michelle!! Here's more info on the event: Kwan hits the Big Apple.
posted by Stephanie
August 12, 2008~
Michelle's going to be on tv - well, at least her voice will be! Michelle's going to voice the character of Michelle Kwanzzleberry on the preschool tv show Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! IceNetwork had more info here: Kwan to voice character on Nick Jr Show.
posted by Stephanie
July 7, 2008~
Today is Michelle's 28th birthday!! Have a great year Michelle!
posted by Stephanie
May 3, 2008~
Michelle was one of the keynote speakers at the 2008 USFS Governing Council meeting. She delivered a speech on the impact skating has had on her life. More about the meeting, and a video of Michelle's speech, can be found here: Michelle Kwan Gives Opening Address at 2008 Governing Council.
posted by Stephanie
March 22, 2008~
Michelle is traveling to Argentina for her job as the American Public Diplomacy Envoy. Read more about it here: Nine-time U.S. Champion Michelle Kwan in Argentina as American Public Diplomacy Envoy
posted by Stephanie
July 23, 2007~
Michelle has been selected to light the torch and open the 2007 State Games of America on Aug. 2 in Colorado Springs, Colo. You can read more about the event here: Kwan Chosen to Light Torch at Opening Ceremonies of 2007 State Games of America
posted by Stephanie
July 7, 2007~
Today is Michelle's Birthday! She turns 27 this year!
posted by Stephanie
July 1, 2007~
Michelle was on ESPN's "My Wish" recently. She made the wish of 10 year old Danielle Krause come true. Read more about it here: Kwan Makes Young Fan's Dream Come True on ESPN's 'My Wish'
posted by Stephanie
June 15, 2007~
Michelle is traveling to Russia to fulfill her role as America's first Public Diplomacy Envoy. Read more here: Michelle Kwan Traveling to Russia as Public Diplomacy Envoy
posted by Stephanie
November 11, 2006~
Michelle has been named America's first Public Diplomacy Envoy! You can read more about this honor here: Kwan Named America's First Public Diplomacy Envoy.
posted @ 12:15pm by Stephanie
September 9, 2006~
An official announcement was made on Wednesday that Michelle will be taking the upcoming season, 2006-2007, off from competition to recover from her recent surgery and attend college. She will be attending the University of Denver full time to work on her bachelors degree. More about this announcement and Michelle's accomplishments thus far can be found in this article: Michelle Kwan To Skip 2006-07 Competitive Season.
posted @ 9:51am by Stephanie
September 2, 2006~
I've added two new wallpapers, size 800x600, to the Wallpapers page. Enjoy!
posted @ 8:33pm by Stephanie
April 27, 2006~
I'm really sorry I am late in posting this (school's been keeping me really busy for the past few weeks). Here's an article about Michelle's participating in the Marshalls International Showcase: World's Best Skaters Perform in the Marshalls Spotlight. I've also added photos from the showcase to the Photos page.
posted @ 11:05pm by Stephanie
April 5, 2006~
Here's a great article on Michelle: Kwan not ready to rule out future Olympics
posted @ 1:28pm by Stephanie
March 11, 2006~
Michelle is listed as a participant on the final list of skaters set to skate at the Marshalls U.S. Figure Skating International Showcase, which will take place on April 11, 2006. Here's an article about the showcase: Final List of Skaters Set for Marshalls U.S. Figure Skating International Showcase.
posted @ 12:12pm by Stephanie
February 12, 2006~
Very sad news: Michelle has withdrawn from the Olympics...
Here are some articles about Michelle's decision:
Coaches, Rivals Saddened at Kwan's Pullout
Kwan Withdraws from Olympic Winter Games.
Michelle Kwan Ends Her Dream
Injured Kwan withdraws from Olympics.
posted @ 12:25pm by Stephanie
February 11, 2006~
Michelle is questioning competing at the Olympics after her first practice was cut short. Here is an article about the current situation: Michelle Kwan Hits the Ice in Torino. Good luck to Michelle, hopefully things will get better!
posted @ 11:38am by Stephanie
January 27, 2006~
Michelle is now officially on the U.S. Olympic team!!
Read more about Michelle's test skate here: Michelle Kwan Will Compete at Olympic Winter Games.
posted @ 11:08pm by Stephanie
January 15, 2006~
Michelle has been named to the U.S. Olympic team!!
Read more about Michelle's making the team here: Sasha Cohen, Kimmie Meissner, Michelle Kwan Nominated To 2006 U.S. Olympic Figure Skating Team.
posted @ 1:06am by Stephanie
January 5, 2006~
Sad news: Michelle has withdrawn from the 2006 U.S. Nationals due to injury. Here are some articles about Michelle's withdrawal and her petitioning for a spot on the U.S. Olympic team: Michelle Kwan Withdraws From 2006 State Farm U.S. Figure Skating Championships Due to Injury; Will Petition For Spot On U.S. Olympic Team, Kwan Looks to Overcome Setback, Earn Olympic Spot.
posted @ 12:18pm by Stephanie
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