Kristen Nichols
Kristen is a freelance reporter and copywriter covering Olympic and Paralympic sport for Suite101.com. Kristen's love of sport developed when she very young, and during college she had the unique opportunity to spend time living and working in the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo.
While working for the Internet Marketing department of the United States Olympic Committee, Kristen was able to immerse herself in the Olympic Movement and learn about each and every Olympic and Paralympic sport.
After living in Colorado, Kristen completed her BA in journalism and public relations from Michigan State University. She went on to become a staff print reporter covering politics, public affairs, crime, business and sports for several newspapers. During her time spent as a journalist, Kristen developed a strange love for AP style. Check out her AP Style blog.
Kristen also loves going to school, and often jokes that she has taken up the most expensive hobby in the world: attending college. In addition to her journalism degree, Kristen also holds certificates in human resources, business administration, small business management and professional writing.
Kristen began swimming competitively when she was five years old, is an avid runner, and hopes to soon add cyclist to her athletic list so she can compete in triathlons. She spends her free time at wrestling meets, reading a book or spending time with family and friends.
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Latest Articles
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Olympic History: 1972 Olympic Games Marked by Terrorism
The 1972 Summer Olympic Games were heavily impacted by a terrorist organization that broke into the Olympic Village and took nine hostages.
Sep 30, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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Olympic History: Controversies at the 1900 Paris Olympic Games
The second Modern Olympic Games in Paris were filled with controversies, drama and growing pains.
Aug 29, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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Pyeongchang, South Korea to Host 2018 Winter Olympic Games
The International Olympic Committee today awarded Pyeongchang, South Korea, the right to host the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.
Jul 6, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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About the First Winter Olympic Games in Chamonix, France, 1924
The first Winter Olympic Games were held in Chamonix, France in 1924. The event was declared the first Winter Games after the fact.
Jun 28, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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Highlights of the 1900 Olympic Games in Paris
The second modern Olympic Games were held in Paris in 1900 in conjunction with the World's Fair.
May 27, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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Olympic Timeline: About the First Modern Olympic Games in 1896
Though held in Greece, the first modern Olympic Games were dominated by American athletes. Nine sports and 43 events were contested. Only men competed.
Mar 23, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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Olympic Figure Skater Johnny Weir's Memoir: Welcome to my World
American Figure skater Johnny Weir's memoir does not live up to his larger-than-life persona.
Mar 15, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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In Memoir, Johnny Weir Discusses Labels, Being Called Flamboyant
Three-time national champion figure skater Johnny Weir doesn't like being called flamboyant in the media. How does the media impact judges and federations?
Mar 11, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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Apolo Anton Ohno Books: Biography or Autobiography for Children?
After Apolo Anton Ohno won his first gold medal in 2002, two books were released about him. Which is better - the biography, or his autobiography?
Feb 25, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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History of Speed Skating: Olympic Short Track Speed Skating
Short track speed skating, first introduced to the Olympic Games in 1988, evolved from long track speed skating at the beginning of the twentieth century.
Feb 25, 2011
- Kristen Nichols
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