Mackenzie Wheeler is a junior theology student from Calimesa, CA. What made her choose to study theology was having a massive passion for God and to someday be a family minister or youth pastor. Deciding to attend PUC was not a hard choice for Mackenzie since her parents and sister are PUC alums. 

What do you like the most about the theology program? 

The thing that I like most about my program is that I get to learn more about God and ministry. 

What is your favorite thing about being a part of the Pioneers family? 

My favorite thing about being part of the Pioneers family is the people because I love making new friends, and I have a lot of good friends here. 

If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?

I want to travel to Hawaii because it is one of my favorite states, and I want to see the amazing sites. 

 What is something you are passionate about?

I am most passionate about being a youth pastor because I love working with young people, and it is what God wants me to do. 

Do you have a favorite restaurant in the Napa Valley?

Gott’s Roadside because the chicken tenders and the strawberry lemonade are really good.

How would you describe your perfect weekend at PUC?

My perfect weekend at PUC is going to Pathfinders on Sabbath, then just sleeping and relaxing on Sunday before working on homework.