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May 13, 2022

Bernae DySart

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home. Having gone to a Montessori high school for three years that was small and allowed me to have one-on-one connection with my teachers, was something that I was looking for. I wanted to make sure that my professors knew me. My parents were impressed by Dr. David Hogan’s honesty during our first meeting in
May 13, 2022

Em Swain

I chose Heidelberg because of the flexibility that they offered. When I was going through my college search, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to study – I had many interests, and wanted to do something that would help me explore all of them. Heidelberg’s several majors gave me the safety net of knowing that I could change my major without losing the
May 12, 2022

Spencer Tredwell

I chose Heidelberg because of the family atmosphere on campus along with the relationship that I formed with soccer coaches Pat Svihlik and Steven Smith. I majored in Accounting/Business Administration because I wanted to combine my analytical interests with my desire to learn successful practices of businesses. Above all, Heidelberg prepared me to
May 12, 2022

Kaitlyn Ferrario

I chose Heidelberg because of the friendly atmosphere and the connections the faculty make with their students. I majored in Accounting because I fell in love with the stories that numbers tell and I was excited for the opportunity to help others through the field of accounting. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was balancing work
May 12, 2022

Drew Arko

I chose Heidelberg because of their amazing cadaver program and I had family members who attended here. I majored in Biology because I love science and it is very important for my graduate schooling. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was getting adjusted to the complications of COVID. I handled it by doing as much as I could with
May 11, 2022

Brooke Franz

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like a community from the moment I stepped on campus. I majored in Psychology and Criminology because they are topics I have always felt passionate about. However, the department and professors always made me feel welcome and supported, even when I was at home for a full school year due to COVID. A major challenge
May 11, 2022

Paige Allen-Marsh

I chose Heidelberg because I wanted the opportunity to study in the cadaver lab. I also was drawn to the small student-to-professor ratio. I majored in Biology for undergrad and Business Administration for my graduate studies because I want to become a registered nurse and eventually have the ability to manage a whole staff of nurses. A major
May 11, 2022

Jasmine Ridler

I chose Heidelberg because I loved the welcoming environment, the thorough understanding of struggle with the means of help, the atmosphere of encouragement, and the culmination of different perspectives. I majored in Theatre Acting and History because I always wanted to study and further my knowledge in both areas. I wanted to explore the side of
May 11, 2022

Thomas Schnitker

Originally I chose to come to Heidelberg because I did not want to stop playing a sport. I majored in Psychology because it just seemed to click with me and was easier to understand. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was that I kept having to take a year off here and there because of my military commitment, and I handled it by
May 10, 2022

Cole Geiser

I chose Heidelberg because I had the opportunity to continue my sports career, as well as receive a well-rounded education. Another reason was because of the PlusOneAdvantage® MBA degree that Heidelberg offered. I majored in Health Science because my future career goal is to become a chiropractor. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg
May 10, 2022

Riley Gibson

Every admissions day session I have attended, they also have us talk about “Why I chose Heidelberg.” Honestly, I didn’t choose Heidelberg. I couldn’t say that to prospective students, of course, so I crafted some sentimental story using bits and pieces of truth. I didn’t choose Heidelberg at first. I was 17, and I didn’t know what I wanted. I only
May 10, 2022

David Haines

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home. I majored in Accounting and Psychology because I wanted to pursue all of my interests. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was the pandemic and I handled it by creating a better balance in my life and becoming more organized. Above all, Heidelberg prepared me to lead. Outside of the
May 10, 2022

Sarah Toppin

I chose Heidelberg because the moment I got onto campus it felt like home. Everyone we met said hi and made sure we were having a good time. People always told me that I would know which school I wanted to go to when I walked on campus. They were right; the second I walked on campus I knew this is where I was supposed to be. I majored in Health
May 9, 2022

Kayla Mullinax

I chose Heidelberg because of the welcoming atmosphere and the AJY Junior Year program. I really wanted to be able to study abroad for a whole year, as opposed to only a semester. I also liked the small campus atmosphere. I majored in English because reading and writing have always been my main academic interests, as well as recreational hobbies
May 9, 2022

Sarah Shoots

I chose Heidelberg because the smaller campus and smaller class sizes made me feel like a priority. Everyone feels like family here and the pride everyone has for the school made it feel like the right choice. I majored in Business Administration because I feel that it is important for female representation in a male-dominated major. I also enjoy
May 9, 2022

Jessica Martini

I chose Heidelberg because when I had my visit, everyone was extremely outgoing and treated my family and I like we belonged here. I majored in Health Science because I wanted to pursue a career in Physical Therapy, and am highly interested in the human body. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was overcoming social anxiety and
May 9, 2022

Gavin Buurma

I chose Heidelberg because I came to sit in on a theatre rehearsal late one night by myself and as I was walking down the main strip of campus to leave, I just knew it was the place I had to spend the next 4 years. I majored in Musical Theatre because it has been a passion of mine since I was 6 years old. When I started at Heidelberg as a theatre
May 6, 2022

Paige Leary

I chose Heidelberg because it felt like home. When I walked onto the campus the first time for my individual tour everyone was super friendly and they made sure I was welcomed. I majored in Primary Education with an endorsement of ISP because I wanted to help children understand that school is important and they will never feel like they can’t do
May 6, 2022

Mitchell Luken

I chose Heidelberg because I was extremely interested in the National Center for Water Quality Research and impressed by the environmental science program. I majored in Environmental Science and Biology because I want to preserve Earth's natural resources and wildlife for future generations. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was
May 6, 2022

Delaney Gill

I chose Heidelberg because the campus felt the most welcoming out of all of the places that I visited. I really liked the smaller class sizes and the PlusOneAdvantage® MBA was very attractive since I was going to be a Business Administration major. I majored in Business Administration - Finance because the business curriculum allowed me to take a