MARQUETTE, MI-- A former Northern Michigan University Nordic skier is heading to the Olympics next month.
Rosie Frankowski was one of 20 members picked to participate in cross-country skiing. Frankowski competed for the wildcats from 2009 to 2014. She was a two-time All-American, a runner-up in the NCAA Championships, and a participant in the U-23 World Championships.
Frankowski is the 12th NMU skier to participate in the Olympic Games.
Olympic opening ceremonies will be held February 9 in Pyeongchang. Skiing events are set for February 11 through the 25.