Maine Week One: Olli Ahvenniemi - AmericaEast.com

Q:: Three things I can't live without...
A:: My Laptop. My cell phone. Good food.

Q:: Why I chose University of Maine...
A:: It seemed like a good fit for me, a successful program with a tradition of developing post players.

Q:: Favorite class and why...
A:: International Management, It was interesting and fun, and I felt that the knowledge learned would be useful later on.

Q:: One thing I have learned at Maine that I will carry with me for the rest of my life is...
A:: Having an open mind when meeting new people.

Q:: Other than playing in the NBA, my dream job is...
A:: Working in a marketing or management position in a successful, international company.

Q:: Other than my parents, the person who has had the most influence on me is and why...
A:: All of my friends at home who I grew up with. They, along with my parents, helped me to become who I am today.

Q:: The best thing about being a Maine Black Bear is...
A:: Having my teammates and the supporting staff around.

Q:: Most memorable moment as an athlete...
A:: Playing in the World University Games in Izmir, Turkey.

Q:: What I did this week as a student...
A:: I got my books for the upcoming semester.

Q:: What I did this week as an athlete...
A:: Road games at BU, Albany, home game against UNH.

Q:: Based upon my experiences growing up, my advice for young kids about school and athletics is...
A:: Work hard, try to balance both school and athletics and have fun doing it.

Q:: Why I am looking forward to the America East Men’s Basketball Championship at Agganis Arena in Boston on March 2-4...
A:: I want to end my college career as a champion.