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Lucy Breedlove | 2023 | Musical Theatre | James Madison High School | Vienna, VA | Greek life, theatre, cap and dagger, ALDPES | Host and tour, social media for otterbein theatre & dance, box office | No | No | No | Continue to live in NYC after our department-led internships and audition for professional theatre jobs | The kappa house! | Homecoming! All the surrounding events and festivities make the weekend so much fun | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Lucy-Breedlove.jpg | She/Her/Hers | ||
Bri Mitchell | 2023 | Music B.A. | Hilliard Bradley High School | Hilliard, OH | Concert Choir, Opus One (acapella group), Greek Life | Cardinal Caller Supervisor | N/A | N/A | N/A | Either grad school in higher education or student affairs, Start my own private voice studio | The basement of the Library, I love the ability to focus on my work while also still being able to talk to my friends, and access to The Bean | Collage Concert; The music department usually puts on a concert that has performances from all the departments in the Fall | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Bri-Mitchell.jpg | She/Her/Hers | ||
Abigail Wilkinson | 2024 | Zoo and Conservation Science, Biology | Downers Grove South High School | Downers Grove, IL | I am involved in Res Life, Otterbein Animal Conservation Club, PAL Lab, and Admissions. | I work on the admissions team as a tour guide as well as in Res life as an RA. | No | I am involved in Dr. Rich’s PAL Lab! PAL stands for Primates in Anthropogenic Landscapes. In this lab we do research on how humans effect nonhuman primates, specifically about how different things humans do like for example agriculture may effect female non-human primate reproduction. | No | My plans after graduation are to become a zookeeper. I just love animals and building those connections with them. My top 3 dream species to work with are rhinos, polar bears, and apes like gorillas and orangutans. | I love the science center! I love sitting in front of the huge windows studying. I love how much natural light there is an love to just look out at campus. | I really enjoy the clap-in and clap-out tradition. Although I personally did not get clapped in due to COVID, I got to experience it this year when I helped with first flight, and I could just feel how special it will be on graduation day! | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Abigail-Wilkinson.jpg | She/Her/Hers | ||
Katie Wagner | 2023 | BFA Musical Theatre | Olentangy Highschool | Lewis Center, OH | Tour Guide | No | No | No | Moving to NYC for internship | In front of towers at night | 1am Donut Runs | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Katie-Wagner.jpg | She/Her/Hers | |||
Madelyn Nelson | 2023 | Public Relations | Communication Studies | Coshocton High School | Coshocton, OH | Greek Life, Student Government, Public Relations Student Society of America, Student Alumni Board | Tour guide | No | No | No | Get a job in public relations or media relations! | Towers Hall | Homecoming & Family Weekend | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Madelyn-Nelson.jpg | She/Her/Hers | |
Brittany Harper | 2023 | Nursing | Chillicothe High School | Chillicothe, OH | Greek life, Representative of OUSNA, Former Intermural Sports Referee | Tour guide | No | No | No | My plan is to work at Riverside Methodist Hospital in the OR | Uptown Westerville | Homecoming | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Brittany-Harper-1.jpg | She/Her/Hers | ||
Adrian Murray | 2024 | History and Integrated Social Studies Teacher Licensure | Thomas Worthington Highschool/Linworth Experiential Program | Worthington, OH | Men of Vision, Otterbein Student Education Association, Vox Otterbein (choir) | Admissions Office Reception Worker | No | No | No | Try to find a job as a highschool history teacher | The library because it’s a good spot to meet up with friends and do school work | First flight week! I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it as both an incoming student and as an orientation leader | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Adrian-Murray.jpg | He/Him/His | ||
Kelsy Gibson | 2024 | Criminology & Justice Studies and Sociology | Chemistry | Reynoldsburg High School | Cincinnati, OH | Diversity Ambassadors, Vice President of Campus Group Sisters United | No | No | No | No | Forensics Scientist | Office of Social Justice and Activism / Library | First Friday | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Kelsy-Gibson.jpg | She/Her/Hers | |
Yasmeen Khafagy | 2025 | Biology, Biochemistry and Microbiology, and Public Health Education | Psychology and Chemistry | Hilliard Bradley High School | Hilliard, OH | Muslim Student Association Co-President, Otterbein’s Nurturing Educational Success & Transitions, African American Student Union, Van-Sant Fello | Diversity Ambassador | No | No | No | I plan on doing an MD/PhD program and specialize in either brain cancer or neurodegenerative diseases. | My favorite place on campus is the Philomathean Room (3rd Floor of Towers). | So far, attending NEST! | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Yasmeen-Khafagy.jpg | She/Her/Hers | |
Othni Obas | 2023 | Psychology | Public Health, Race & Ethnic Studies | Whetstone High School | Columbus, OH | Resident Assistant, Diversity Ambassador, Psychology Student Worker | No | Yes | No | Graduate School – Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Commuter Lounge | First Flight | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Othni-Obas.jpg | He/Him/His | ||
An Tran | 2025 | Nursing, and Computer Science Double Major | Tree of Life Christian School | Vietnam | Honors Program, Otterbein’s Nurturing Educational Success & Transitions, Otterbein Animal Coalition | Diversity Ambassador | Yes–I really enjoy being a part of the Honors program. I got to know some of the professors that teach in the program and other activities that are organized by students in the program | No | No | For now, my plan after graduation is to pursue a master degree in either nursing or information science related field. | The Point; I usually get coffee and food there in between my classes, hang out with friends in the game area, or study in study rooms. | My favorite event so far is Homecoming weekend. | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/An-Tran.jpg | She/Her/Hers | ||
Timmy Wotring | 2023 | Communications BA, Public Relations BA | Westland High School | Columbus, OH | Office of Admission- Student Recruitment Assistant, Otterbein University Student Government-Treasurer, Greek Life | Diversity Ambassador, Reception Team Member | No | No | No | I am not sure yet! | The Pointe | The tree lighting during Christmas time | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Timmy-Wotring.jpg | He/Him/His | ||
Wes Utsler | 2023 | Political Science | History and Music | Thomas Worthington High School | Columbus, OH | Greek Life, Otterbein University Student Government, Band, Choir | Cardinal Caller, Admissions Office | No | No | I traveled to Vienna and Budapest for a class and learned about the history and conflict in both cities in the 1900’s. It was the most memorable experience I have ever had. We got to visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Belvadere Gallery, the Military History Museum and many others great places. | I hope to be an admissions counselor and eventually go for a master’s degree in higher education. | Towers Hall | March to Convocation and March to Commencement | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Wes-Utsler.jpg | He/Him | |
Grace Robinson | 2025 | Zoo and Conservation Science | Maple Grove Senior High | Maple Grove, MN | Cardinal Caller | No | I worked with Dr. Callinger-Yoak over the summer dissecting animals to prepare their bones and pelts for later use. It was an amazing opportunity and great practice for my future. | No | State wildlife officer | Library lobby | Christmas tree lighting ceremony | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Grace-Robinson.jpg | She/Her | |||
Erica Bush | 2025 | Journalism and Media Communication, Health Communication, and Public Relations | Hamilton Township High School | Columbus, OH | Greek life, Public Relations Student Society of America, and ResLife | Resident assistant, Office of Admissions Cardinal Caller and Office of Admissions Reception Team | No | No | No | I want to go to law school! | The second floor of the library! | ThThe doughnut run! | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Erica-Bush.jpg | She/Her | ||
Kelvin Cleto | 2023 | Zoo and Conservation Science & Biology | Saunders Trades and Technical High School | Yonkers, NY | Plan-It Earth | Resident Assistant | No | No | No | Graduate school or working at a Zoo | My room or my hall's lounge | The Otterbein Spirit Rock | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Kelvin-Cleto.jpg | He/Him | ||
Connor Rosenberger | 2025 | Music Education | Jackson High School | Jackson, OH | Choir, Ohio Collegiate Music Education Association, and American Choral Directors Association | Cardinal Caller | No | No | No | Hopefully get a job, and I haven't decided yet of if I want to go straight into grad school or start a job and go back later. One thing for certain though I will go to grad school eventually. | Outside Battelle in the white chairs with a slight breeze blowing | Otterbein RISE program | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Connor-Rosenberger.jpg | He/Him | ||
Amanda Radke | 2024 | Public Relations | Journalism, Studio Art (Graphic Design), and Communication Studies | Plymouth High School | Plymouth, MI | Track, FYE peer mentor, kneading minds co-coordinator, Public Relations Student Society of America | Peer Mentor, ASC ASL Tutor | Yes, very positive I love the community and have been able to build strong relationships with all of my professors. | No | Yes | Work for a non-profit in event planning not community outreach. | Outdoor Track | Homecoming | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Amanda-Radke.jpg | She/Her | |
Cameron Jones | 2025 | Business Administration & Management | Mathematics | South broward high school | Fort Lauderdale, FL | African American Student Union, Track & Field, Greek Life | Diversity Ambassador | No | No | No | My plans after graduation is to continue to grow my business along with working as a mechanical engineering for a Fortune 500 company | The point | Homecoming parade | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Cameron-Jones.jpg | He/Him | |
Jayla Manley | 2023 | Educational Studies | Coventry High School | Akron, OH | African American Student Union (AASU), Residence Life (RA), and the Admissions Department | Admissions Receptionist | No | No | No | Begin my career working in the education field | The Point | Schniders Donut Run | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Jayla-Manley.jpg | She/Her | ||
Emma Andrews | 2026 | English/Education | Communication | Dover High School | Dover, OH | SEEDS, America Reads, Otterbein Student Education Assoc., Otterbein Animal Coalition | Tour Guide | Yes! As a freshman I have thoroughly been enjoying my FYSH class, The History of Rock and Roll, where we not only talk about the music but also how to smoothly transition into college life. In addition, I look forward to making bread this October for Kneading Minds. | No | No | I hope to teach high school level English somewhere in Ohio, and eventually one of the Carolinas. | Either the lawn in front of towers or the point. | The fall service plunge. | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Emma-Andrews.jpg | She/Her | |
Samantha Matese | 2023 | Allied Health | Nutrition and Psychology | Berea-Midpark Highschool | Brook Park, OH | Women’s Soccer team, Greek Life | Tour Guide | No | No | No | Graduate school for Occupational Therapy for Pediatrics | The Library | Homecoming | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Sam-Matese.jpg | She/Her | |
Anna Kate Scott | 2023 | BM Vocal Performance | Bellefonte Area High School | Dallas, TX | Greek Life, Concert Choir, Opera, Deaf Culture Club | Tour Guide | No | No | No | To continuing performing/teaching singing and try some composition! Either that or a music therapist that specializes in Deaf clients. | Battelle | First Friday | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2021/10/profile-fallback-image.png | She/Her | ||
Tera Allen | 2025 | Allied Health | Art Studio & Data Science | Richwoods Highschool | North Pole, Alaska | Representative of Disability Accessibility Force, Greek Life, Freezone, Promise House Volunteer | Seasonal Bookstore Associate | No | No | No | Travel either in the US or abroad for a year | Hanby House and Library | Anything at the CC | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Tera-Allen.jpg | She/Her | |
Cole Harris | 2023 | Double Major in Business Administration/Management and Sports Management | Nutrition | Dublin Jerome High School | Dublin, OH | Otterbein Baseball, Greek Life, Sports Management Club | Campus Tour Guide, Athletics Student Worker | No | No | No | I plan to potentially go to grad school and become a graduate assistant coaching baseball | The Health and Sports Science building or Fishbaugh Field | Snow Days | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Cole-Harris-scaled-e1665087223539.jpg | He/Him | |
Nathan Leko | 2024 | Sport Management (B.A.), and Public Relations (B.A.) Double Major | Communication Studies | Solon High School | Solon, OH | Wrestling | Sport Management tutor and tour guide | No | No | No | To work in the sports communication or marketing industry. | The Rike! | Homecoming weekend | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Nathan-Leko.jpg | He/Him | |
Hannah Gravelle | 2025 | Criminology and Justice Studies | Psychology | Hamilton and ButlerTech (graduated from both) | Hamilton, OH | Cheerleading, Reslife | Tour guide and RA | No | No | No | Something in the criminal justice field hopefully FBI in the long run. | I’m not sure | Donut Run | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/10/Hannah-Gravelle.jpg | She/Her | |
Giana Jenkins | 2026 | Psychology | Sociology | Tree of Life Christian School | Columbus, OH | Administration Front Desk | No | No | No | Don’t know yet | Haven’t had time to explore | Haven’t had time to go to any | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Giana-Jenkins.jpg | She/Her | ||
D'Andre Person | 2024 | Journalism and Media Communication | Gahanna-Lincoln | Gahanna, OH | Student Government, Speech and Debate | Receptionist at Admission | It has been fun connecting with students from different majors who are also a part of the Honors program | No | No | To write or anchor for a local news station | Commuter Lounge | Schniders Donut Run | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/DAndre-Person.jpg | He/Him | ||
Jenna Howard | 2023 | Biochemistry | Biology and Chemistry | Gahanna Lincoln High School | Blacklick, OH | Campus Activities Board, Equestrian Team, and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Chapter | Tour Guide and TA | No | Yes, it was a great learning experience helped me narrow down career paths. | No | Pharmaceutical or biotech sales | Equine Center | Donut Run or Late night breakfast | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Jenna-Howard.jpg | She/Her | |
Madison Holtkamp | 2024 | Communication, and Sustainability Studies Double Major | Hilliard Davidson | Dublin, OH | Debate Team, Cheerleading Team, Greek Life | Tour Guide | No | No | No | Move internationally to work on environmental sustainability | Battelle | Homecoming day | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Madison-Koltkamp.jpg | She/Her | ||
Kenzie Prickett | 2024 | Marketing and Global Studies | Buckeye Valley High School | Delaware, OH | I am a member of Greek Life and I’m on the Panhellenic Council. | Student Engagement Officer and a tutor | No | No | No | My plan is to work for a nonprofit in the Columbus area. | The Point. I love the study areas and the walk there. It’s very calming and quiet. | I enjoy Greek Week. It’s a great time to interact with the other sororities and fraternities on campus. You get to see all the hard work they have put into it each event. | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Kenzie-Prickett.jpg | She/Her | ||
Abby Yates | 2023 | Zoo and Conservation Science/Biology | Sustainability/Philosophy | Medina High School | Medina, OH | Campus Activities Board, Otterbein Animal Conservation Club | Tour Guide | Yes, it has been a very rewarding experience and I have enjoyed all the classes I have gotten to take while being in the honors program at Otterbein. | No | No | To work in a zoological facility, hopefully with big cats/carnivores. | The academic quad. | I really enjoy the food truck festival that we have at the end of every spring semester. | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Abby-Yates.jpg | She/Her | |
Hannah Stapp | 2023 | Business Analytics & Marketing | Data Science, Economics and Marketing Analytics | Willoughby South High School | Willoughby, OH | ALD/PES National Honors Society, Common Book Selection Committee, Honors Program, Manhattan College of Business Annual Analytics Competition | As a student in the Honors Program I partake in Honors integrative studies courses with other members of the program. I also chose to conduct an Honors Thesis project, where I chose the topic and course of my own research project, guided by an advisor. | I am involved in self-guided and group research. For my Honors Thesis Project, I conduct literature reviews using library databases, data cleaning and coding using excel, and analysis using software. The group project I am involved in is an Annual Analytics Competition, where we collect, code, analyze, and present data. In both research experiences, it is helpful to have Otterbein faculty available to assist me, and I have learned valuable communication and technical skills so far. | No | After graduation, I aspire to find a career where I can grow my analytical and communication skills, and improve the lives of others. | Roush Hall is my favorite spot on campus. Roush always has an open classroom for group collaboration or a comfy chair to do homework in. | My favorite Otterbein tradition is the annual Common Book Convocation. I love hearing each year's author speak, they have rich knowledge and evoke self-reflection and discussion amongst peers. | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Hannah-Stapp.jpg | She/Her | ||
Garrett Thomas | 2024 | Accounting, and Business Administration Double Major | Finance, and International Business Management | Upper Sandusky High School | Upper Sandusky, OH | Wrestling | Accounting Peer Tutor | No | No | No | Obtain my CPA and get a job in public accounting | Roush Hall is my favorite spot on campus. Roush always has an open classroom for group collaboration or a comfy chair to do homework in. | The First Friday festivals held in uptown | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Garrett-Thomas.jpg | He/Him/His | |
Ahjay Cody | 2025 | Psychology | Political Science | Euclid | Cleveland, OH | Track & Field ,Football, President of BASU ,Ambassador for AASU, Nest Mentor, Diversity Ambassador, & Tour guide. | Events and Conferences Employee | No | No | No | Grad School to become a psychiatrist | The point | Pop-up thrift shop | https://www.otterbein.edu/cardinal-chat/wp-content/uploads/sites/17/2022/09/Ahjay-Cody.jpg | He/Him/His |