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Health Science Major I chose Heidelberg because the small, close-knit community with welcoming students, coaches, and professors made the campus feel like home. I majored in Health Science because I hope to improve the lives of others in a healthcare career. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was balancing sports, academics, and

Psychology and Music Major I chose Heidelberg because Campus felt like home and I fell immediately in love with the environment! I majored in Psychology and Music because I want to become a clinical counselor and music therapist. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was being kind of far away and I handled it but I handled it by

English and Communication Major I chose Heidelberg because it was the place that felt like home. Choosing Heidelberg meant choosing the place where I knew not only could I be myself, but I would be encouraged to grow and expand beyond my current understanding of myself. I majored in English and Communication; both fields of study offer an

Music Education Major I chose Heidelberg because of the welcoming environment created by the students and staff. Before I even committed, I already felt like I was a part of Heidelberg. I majored in music education because I wanted to teach at a college level and continue to perform/write music. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg

Sport Management Major I chose Heidelberg because it felt like a place I wanted to be. When I originally came to school here, I was a computer science major and Heidelberg stands out amongst everyone else in that department. The technology we have here rivals the largest schools in America and from my time in that department I felt the advantage I

Theatre Major I chose Heidelberg because It offered me opportunities that I couldn't find anywhere else. I majored in Theater because creating and sharing art is my passion. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was dealing with drastic changes and I handled it by leaning on the support of my friends and trusting in myself. Above all

English Major I chose Heidelberg because that is just the direction that life took me in that moment. I majored in English with a concentration in Writing and Philosophy because I am always arguing with people and I desired to be better at it—I don’t like losing. This is a partial joke. I minored in Literature and Art because I am introverted and

Biochemistry and Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because the small size and great professors. The Biochemistry and Chemistry Department is fantastic. I majored in Biochemistry and Biology, because of my love for science, and I had a great time in high school with chemistry. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was Organic Chemistry

Music Performance I chose Heidelberg because I originally wanted to major in music education and be a music teacher. I majored in Music Performance because I found out through my time here that teaching music in the public schools was not what I wanted to do. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was my change in major and I handled

Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because of the high level of education all while being able to have one-to-one conversation with professors. I majored in Biology because I want to be a Doctor. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was getting over being homesick, and I handled it by engaging with the community which supported my

Biochemistry and Biology Major I chose Heidelberg because I liked the small school atmosphere and the opportunities the science department had with the animal lab and cadaver lab. I majored in biochemistry and biology because I want to go into veterinary medicine. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was holding multiple executive

Psychology Major I chose Heidelberg because of the Volleyball & Psychology program. I majored in psychology because I've just always known I wanted to study psychology in college and eventually become a therapist or counselor. I added a major in criminology my sophomore year because there is a lack of (mental health) recourses within the criminal

English Literature Major I chose Heidelberg because of the feeling I got stepping onto campus four years ago. I knew immediately after coming to Heidelberg for a visit that this was the school for me. After years of searching for the right school, Heidelberg proved to me that it could provide the experience I was seeking. Its alluring campus, small

Music Education Major I chose Heidelberg because of the family atmosphere created between the students and the staff and because of all the opportunities and activities in which Heidelberg allows the students to be involved. I majored in Music Education because I believe that music is one of the best ways to teach students life lessons through the

Mathematics Major I chose Heidelberg because of the 3+2 program with Case Western Reserve University. I majored in Mathematics because it is the basis of many fields of study and thus it allows me to get an understanding in those fields. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was being far from home and I handled it by focusing on my

Education Major I chose Heidelberg because I loved the small, tight-knit community and the opportunities I would have. I wanted to also run and be a part of the cross country team and study early childhood education at Heidelberg because I heard how amazing the education program is. I majored in primary education because I have wanted to be a

Accounting and Economics Major I chose Heidelberg because it was the only school to really give me a chance athletically and I loved the campus. It felt old yet new. I majored in Accounting & Economics because I took an accounting class my senior year of high school and enjoyed it so figured it would be a good route to go. A major challenge I

Political Science, International Studies and English Writing Major I chose Heidelberg because it gave me so many different opportunities. When I came on my visit, everyone was incredibly friendly. And when I told them that I wanted to participate in sports, study abroad, and triple major, no one ever told me no; instead, it was "we can make that

Accounting Major I chose Heidelberg because I wanted to have more individual attention that a smaller school provided, continue my athletic career, and stay closer to home. I majored in Accounting because I was interested in learning how businesses work. I knew I wanted to work with numbers and the process of how transactions and events are

Health Science I chose Heidelberg because I loved the small college aspect and our beautiful campus! I majored in Health Science because I knew it would prepare me for a job in healthcare. A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was trying to apply for graduate school and I handled it by getting help from my professors and advisor