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Apr 23, 2025

Claire St. Bernard

Health Science Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the immediate sense of home that I felt when I stepped onto this campus. Tiffin and º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï create a community of love and family that can be felt by anyone who comes to this town, and being from Denver, Colorado, that was one of the most important characteristics I was looking for in a college
Apr 23, 2025

Aubrey Baker

Health Science Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the close atmosphere and small-town feel that I was looking for within a school, as well as getting the opportunity to continue playing softball at the next level. I majored in Health Science on the Pre-Occupational Therapy track because it was the best route to set me up for graduate school. Also
Apr 23, 2025

Kristen Harrah

Media Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because I knew that I would be provided with multiple opportunities to reach my educational goals. I majored in Media because I love to be creative. I wanted to pursue an education that allowed me to build relationships with others and be able to create things in my own way. A major challenge that I encountered while
Apr 23, 2025

Tristin Buurma

Political Science and Communication Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because from the moment I stepped on campus, it felt like home. The small class sizes, beautiful campus, close-knit community, and the way faculty and students genuinely cared made it clear this was where I was meant to be. I majored in Political Science and Communication because I’ve
Apr 23, 2025

Treyvon Hastings

Integrated Media, Communications, and Sport Management Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the university's excellence and prestige in my field of choice and intended career choice (broadcast journalism). With that in mind, I also wanted to pursue another four years of athletic competition, and º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï presented the best fit for me. Rich in
Apr 23, 2025

Gabrielle Stallbaum

Health Science Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because the campus is beautiful and the coaches and professors made me feel like a real person and not just another student. I majored in Health Science because I want to pursue a career in medicine as a Physician Assistant. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was managing a student-athlete
Apr 23, 2025

Morgan Wright

Business Administration and Communication Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because my family has been calling º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï home for generations, creating countless memories along the way. Four years ago, I decided to give º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï a try in my parents' footsteps, and it was the best choice I have made thus far. I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of its family
Apr 23, 2025

Makenna Finnegan

AYA English Education Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï for the opportunities in education. º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï allowed me to enter field placements first semester of my freshman year. I majored in AYA English Education because it is my way of serving others. Teaching English guarantees me the chance to shed light onto others' stories and help teens understand the
Apr 23, 2025

Jade Torres

Health Science Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because the campus was stunning, and the atmosphere felt like home. I majored in Health Science because I knew I wanted to pursue a career in the health field, and the health science degree gave me flexibility to explore health professions. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was discovering
Apr 22, 2025

Joseph Korzunowski

Communication and Integrated Media Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because the good campus environment and the PlusOneAdvantage MBA program as well as football. I majored in Communication and integrated media, to pursue a career in sports broadcasting. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was stepping away from football, and I handled it by
May 3, 2024

Katie Emling

Biology Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because I wanted to be a part of a community that prioritized student’s personal lives and would help them achieve their goals that would lead them to success outside of º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï. I majored in Biology (PreMed) because I know medicine is what I am meant to do, what I am passionate about, and what I can see myself
May 3, 2024

Aaron McCoy

Communication and Integrated Media Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the people I met on my visits. I majored in Communication and Integrated Media because I enjoy telling stories through different mediums. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was making the decision to step away from basketball, and I handled it by becoming more
May 3, 2024

Trent Green

Business Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because it felt like home and everyone on campus including the students and faculty members always took the time to stop and talk to you. I majored in business because because I grew up working at my family business and I have always thought of starting my own business. There are also a lot of opportunities in the
May 3, 2024

Jackson Helmholtz

Theatre Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because I felt so welcomed by everyone in the Theater Department. I also chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because my older sister, Lindsay Helmholtz, was attending school here and I wanted to have a similar experience! I majored in Theater with a concentration in acting because it has always been a dream of mine to be able to tell
May 2, 2024

Emma Wright

English Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because _I love the feel of a small school. Getting to know all of my classmates and professors is something I value and wouldn't necessarily have other places. I majored in English because I have a strong passion for writing, and I knew that º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï's English Department would be a supportive place to improve my
May 2, 2024

Rebecca Eppard

Music Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because my grandparents met here and I loved that I could have that connection to them. Also, the Concert Choir sang at my high school and I wanted to be a part of it! I majored in music because it is something that brings me a lot of joy. At first I wasn't 100% sure what I wanted to do after I graduated so I figured
Apr 29, 2024

Cameron Spraggins

History Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the people. Everyone I spoke to during my visits was very welcoming and made clear that success here is derived from building relationships with peers and professors. That is what I was looking for. I majored in History because I love learning and writing about the human experience. A major challenge I
Apr 29, 2024

Sophia Lee

Music and English Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the ability to double major while still being involved on campus. I majored in music and English because of my passion for both subjects. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was making friends during COVID and I handled it by becoming involved on campus. The best opportunity I
Apr 24, 2024

Sydney Fortney

Music Education Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the welcoming family atmosphere, the great music education staff and program, and the wide variety of opportunities to be involved in on campus. As a commuter, it was important to me that I be involved in other activities to stay active on campus and meet new people. I majored in Music Education
Apr 24, 2024

Natalie Joritz

Theatre Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because I liked the small campus, the honors program, and the theatre department. I majored in theatre because it's what I want to do for the rest of my life. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was mental health struggles and I handled that by going to therapy, both on campus and off campus. The