Blog
Apr 23, 2025
Taylor Ratliff
Psychology and Criminology Major Simply put, I prayed a lot about where to go to college and I can confidently say that God led me to º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï. As someone from a small town, the moment I stepped onto campus, it just felt right—familiar, welcoming, and comforting. To make it even more special, there's a sentimental connection because my parents
Apr 23, 2025
Brooklynn Wharton
Political Science Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because I felt at home on the campus. I felt like I belonged there and that the campus could offer me unique opportunities to further my goals. I majored in Political Science because I have always been deeply interested in government and the way it affects our daily lives. I also thought the major would
Apr 23, 2025
Laura Ludwig
Business Administration Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because I wanted to finish my degree on campus and feel more connected to the school awarding my diploma. If I had earned my degree online, I don’t think I would have felt the same sense of belonging. I majored in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing because I’ve had experience in both
Apr 23, 2025
Jacob Reuter
Music Education Major I chose º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï because of the faculty connections I made during Scholar's Day! I majored in Music Education because I believe strongly that all students deserve the ability to communicate and express themselves through song. A major challenge I encountered while at º£Íâ³Ô¹Ï was balancing student teaching, two ensembles
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