Student Stories

Adam Lenhoff

Blending his competitive spirit with his natural interests, this construction management major has found fulfillment both inside and outside the classroom

Lydia Burnett

ONU helped her learn more about herself and how much potential she had in the field of psychology

Nathan Clark

This electrical engineering student used foundational skills and experience gained at ONU to start his own business

Joren Kirsis

This national top-ranking esports player improved his game through ONU esports

Anita Neupane

ONU gave this business management student access to a long-held dream, plus so much more

Karielle Shaffery

Her interest in research resulted in multiple years of research experience and a major publication in a peer-reviewed international pharmacy journal – all while still in pharmacy school

Rachel Miguel

Her first research experience at ONU resulted in publication of her scientific writing

Abdullah Alsamman

Researching anti-cancer potential in plants has given him a head start in preparing for a career in oncology pharmacy

Eric Dierkes

Pharmacy student pursues lifelong goal and gains professional experience that includes assisting with the COVID-19 pandemic

Cassie Stuber

Combining her affinity for STEM with her passion for the environment led to expanding her knowledge and experience in the field of energy

Ian Pennino

ONU helped this accounting major make connections and build a professional network, which opened up doors to a promising career

Andrew Bergmann

From its excellent academic reputation to the fun extracurricular opportunities, Ohio Northern has delivered on everything this civil engineering major wanted for his college experience

Will Sierzputowski

With interests in engineering and teaching, this student found ONU’s niche program in engineering education to be optimal preparation for becoming a K-12 STEM educator

Jarrett Sitton

ONU’s rigorous but rewarding nursing program was just what this transfer student-athlete needed

Isaiah Bailey

A dual degree in pharmacy and Spanish has allowed him to use language skills to complement his studies in pharmacy

Katelyn Keckler

With interests in biology and math, she discovered a perfect niche career path through mechanical engineering at ONU

Melinda McIntosh

High-impact learning and campus involvement have enhanced her education and overall college experience

Yasmine Seidu

ONU's pharmacy program has taught her the true meaning and value of patient-centered pharmacy

Cassie Krencisz

ONU fostered her love of politics and opened pathways to high-impact learning opportunities like polling, writing opinion pieces and attending national debates

Alex Dyke

This professional writing major came into his own when he discovered his own talent and potential in writing and multimedia journalism

Avery Meadows

Greek life and leadership opportunities are the perfect complement to rigorous study

Matt Hill

ONU has provided this pharmacy major with many opportunities to serve others by combining his passions for pharmacy, music and service

Molly Ryan

Studying in Hungary fed this Fulbright scholar’s passion for experiencing other cultures

Crystal Amberlyn

Internships open the door to a professional career in graphic design

Aaron Lee

Prelaw student matches his interests and careers aspirations with a fitting course of study in philosophy, politics and economics

Trevor Bert

ONU changed what he thought he knew about civil engineering, uncovering a hidden passion and expanded job possibilities

Jill Kowalski

Networking with the “Big Four” accounting firms

Carrie Freed

Unexpected surprises make ONU a perfect fit for this pharmacy major with interests in art and business

Samuel Powell

This chemistry major and Goldwater scholar has found ways to make research his own

Temi Omitowoju

Pharmacy was calling her name, and ONU couldn't have been a better fit

Lilly Hirschfeld

On a mission to make a difference through ONU and ROTC

Corey Briggs

Attention to detail matters when you're coaching Division I college athletes

Kai Kawaguchi

ONU helped this international student’s dream come true

Paige Stafford

The confidence to shine

Wil Rankin

Football player becomes coaching intern at University of Oregon

Justin Kindle

Undergrad research is rare elsewhere

Emily Fergus

Personal and professional growth at ONU

Jordyn Walkup

Learner and leader

Ky'la Sims

Everyone has a story to tell

Tetsuharu Hashimoto

Challenges yield personal growth

Monica Coupe

Community is everything

Max Roberts

Service before self

Amara Egbujor

Finding yourself

Chris Garbig

Finding your calling

Lexie Kilgore

Changed for the better

Angelica Krumnow

When opportunity knocks, say yes

Drew Ridgway

Government in action

Stephen Coakley

Find your niche

Brooke Hertenstein

Get involved

Emily Estep

Singing with the stars

Caitlin Silva

Learning outside the classroom

Micah Barnes

Finding ways to market yourself

Zack Goodchild

Hole in one

Rachel Liebrecht

Teachers love research too

Zoe Schilling

Student first, Zumba instructor second

Haley Ward

Endless opportunities in theatre

Mackenzie Zembower

Multiple takes equal quite the workout

Leah Casey

Filming the unexpected

Hercilia Carrion

A nice surprise

Eric Belanger

Rockin' it on screen in ONU television commercial

Demaje Jones

The element of surprise

Cathy Jenks

Building community through design

Elizabeth Olah

From dreams to clinical trial

Aaron Everhart

Anything can happen in Ada, Ohio

Georgia Snelling

Hooked on engineering

Carly Waugh

Small college equals quality education

Dominique Redmon

Helping others stay healthy

Mallory Weininger

On the road to success

Ethan Smith

Life is better in community

Madison Hudson

ONU will fuel your purpose

Stephanie Estell

ONU is the land of opportunity

Cheyenne Raker

Hoopin' at ONU

Bella Balzano

The perfect combination

Megan Nieszala

Gaining laboratory experience as an undergrad

Cheyanne Laux

Personal and professional discovery through research

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