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May 5, 2023

Jeanna Fullom

Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because of the people. Everyone I have interacted with at Heidelberg has been so kind and welcoming. I majored in Biology because I love science, and I felt as if I was going to be challenged here. I loved the program and felt like it was the perfect fit for me. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg
May 5, 2023

Blake Depinet

Music Education Major I chose Heidelberg because of the family culture that was engrained into the Heidelberg School of Music & Theatre. I majored in Music Education because my grandfather had success in music education for over 30 years and is loved by so many. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was definitely Covid-19 and I
May 5, 2023

Abby Birchenough

Health Science Major I chose Heidelberg because I liked the small school environment and loved the campus. I majored in Health Science because my end goal is to become a nurse. I want to be able to help people and I enjoyed the challenge of the health science major. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was completing a few courses
May 5, 2023

Cole Stoots

English Major I chose Heidelberg because it felt like the best fit for me and I loved the campus. I majored in English because I love reading and digging into books to find things. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was finding what I wanted to do and I handled it by switching majors and trying new things. Above all, Heidelberg
May 5, 2023

Melissa Risser

English Literature Major I chose Heidelberg because it was close to home and family. The gorgeous campus definitely didn't hurt, though. However, once I made it to campus, I found a new family in the friends I made here. It took a while, but it is what made me realize that I made the right choice in colleges. I majored in English Literature because
May 4, 2023

Kelsey Wells

Health Science Major I chose Heidelberg because it felt like an environment where I could make amazing friends and even better memories, while also having smaller class sizes which helped me build a relationship with all my professors. I majored in Health science because I have always been interested in being a healthcare provider, and this allowed
May 4, 2023

Ben Pollizi

Theatre Major I chose Heidelberg because the second I stepped on campus I felt an amazing sense of community. I majored in Theatre because I knew that was what I wanted to do with my life and Heidelberg gave me the best opportunities to seek professional training in that area. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was balancing 21
May 4, 2023

Solana Petrone

Theatre Major I chose Heidelberg because of the amazingly diverse Theatre Department. I loved the ability to work both as a performer and on tech elements and Heidelberg offered that! I majored in Theatre because performing has always been a part of my life. My dad is a career musician and my mom loved theatre in high school and college and the
May 4, 2023

Celia DeTray

Music Education Major I chose Heidelberg because my first step on campus immediately spoke “family” to me. I have made lifelong relationships on Heidelberg’s campus that have impacted my life and I am beyond thankful. I majored in Music Education because I want to help guide my future students in their direction of success as my music teachers
May 4, 2023

Rilee Kotewicz

Health Science I chose Heidelberg because Heidelberg felt like home. I saw how much the faculty and staff cared about their students and how much they wanted their students to succeed. The connections that I have made with my classmates and professors at Heidelberg are something that will last a lifetime. I majored in Health Science because I saw
May 3, 2023

Noah Kennard

Education Major I chose Heidelberg because it felt like a close-knit community. I majored in Education because I wanted to make an impact on future leaders of the world. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was finding out who I was as an individual and I handled it by trying any and everything I could. Above all, Heidelberg prepared
May 3, 2023

Travis Fletcher

AYA and English Education Major I chose Heidelberg because it was the perfect local small-town fit. I was able to affordably commute from home and get the individual attention I needed from professors. I majored in AYA English Education and English Education because Heidelberg enabled me to do both, and having an education background as I continue
May 3, 2023

Dreona Hughes

Business Administration Major I chose Heidelberg because the campus is beautiful and it felt like home. I majored in Business Administration because I want to gain enough business credits to pass the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was managing work with school and I handled it by trying
May 3, 2023

Courtney Temple

Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because on my initial visit, it truly felt like home. As corny as that sounds, it is true! Everyone was so friendly, and campus was gorgeous. In addition to the great feel, the science program embodied everything I could have dreamed of. The cadaver lab, animal lab, and many research opportunities really made the
May 3, 2023

Megan Vesely

Business (Marketing) Major I chose Heidelberg because of its many opportunities to be involved and deeply connected to your peers, faculty and community. An added bonus was how beautiful the campus is! I majored in Business (Marketing) because I enjoy using my creative side to create marketing concepts that people can appreciate. A major challenge
May 2, 2023

Chloe Yuhasz

Health Science Major I chose Heidelberg because of the small campus and having the opportunity to receive one-on-one engagement with professors & faculty. I majored in Health Science because growing up I always knew that I wanted to make a difference in other people’s lives and work in healthcare. Both of my parents have always worked in business
May 2, 2023

Kaiden Hammer

Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because I really liked the science buildings, especially the cadaver lab. I majored in Biology because I wanted to pursue a career in dentistry. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was transitioning to online classes during COVID and I handled it by becoming more willing to ask for help from
May 2, 2023

Lily Roth

Integrated Media Major I chose Heidelberg because it would be silly not to! Heidelberg has so many pros (and very few cons, if any at all) that it would be crazy to not take advantage of enrolling. I majored in Integrated Media because its content is what I surround myself with. I'm a huge media nerd. I'm totally enthralled by film, television
May 2, 2023

Lillian Whitcomb

Economics Major I chose Heidelberg because it felt like somewhere I could make my home. I majored in economics because I want to show the world of politics just how monetarily feasible saving the environment can be. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was beginning my time on campus during COVID, and I handled it by getting involved
May 2, 2023

Katelyn Gluck

Psychology Major I chose Heidelberg because all of the opportunities available and the immediate feeling of home when I stepped on campus. I majored in Psychology because I strive to understand and make new discoveries about the mind in order to help others and improve humanity for the better. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was