Name: Kelly Pratt Garrett
Graduation year: 1983
Occupation: Systems Analyst
Hometown: Burlington, Iowa / Bloomington, IL for 20 years
Family: Husband Mark, Kids Mallory & Ian
From all my years at St. Ambrose, I'll never forget: The bus trip to see the Pope at Living History Farms, being handcuffed in the men's bathroom by a 'friend' in security, & being in musicals and making great friends.
Favorite SAU class: Voice - Love you Lois!
Favorite food: Chips & Salsa
What's in my CD player: Barbara Streisand
Favorite book: Harry Potter series
Famous person (living or dead) I'd most like to meet: Jesus
If I had all the time in the world, I'd spend it: Traveling with my family.
What really gets on my nerves is when: People are prejudiced and self-centered.
If I could change one thing, I would: Cure cancer
Peak experience: Visiting Egypt
Favorite vacation spot: The Florida Gulf coast (before the hurricane!)
Person who has had the greatest influence on me: My parents
I wish I knew how to: Play the piano well.
Personal motto or favorite quote: "You must be the change you wish to see in the world." Mahatma Gandhi
Advice to St. Ambrose freshmen: Grades really do matter so have lots of fun but not at the expense of your GPA. Get involved in everything you can and give back to the school and the community and your friends & family.

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