Katie and Drew met at Xavier University on the first day of classes in 2017 during 8 am Introductory Spanish. Throughout the semester, they became friends and began studying together for Spanish, Accounting, and other subjects.

Over the course of three semesters, Katie and Drew grew closer through 5 am workouts, study sessions at coffee shops, and hanging out with mutual friends.

After being close friends throughout their first few semesters of college, Katie and Drew began dating on February 27th. 2019. The couple grew closer through their final years at Xavier while balancing internships, club leadership commitments, and navigating what the future would hold for them post-graduation. After graduating from Xavier University in 2021, both Katie and Drew stayed in Cincinnati to begin their professional careers.

Over the next year and a half, the couple adjusted to their "adult" lives and responsibilities. Katie and Drew got engaged on November 17th, 2022 at Drees Pavilion in Covington, KY; overlooking the skyline of the city where they fell in love.

Katie and Drew welcomed a new member to their family by adopting Yoshi, their corgi-australian shepherd mix puppy in March of 2023.