Every summer Otterbein welcomes its newest students and their families to campus for orientation programs. The Office of Alumni and Family Engagement hosts an open house and meets new Otterbein parents from across the country.
As parents support their children through their respective Otterbein journeys, the Office of Alumni and Family Engagement is especially grateful for the parents and family members who donate to the University to support areas that impact their students. Giving above and beyond the cost of tuition can be a lot, and their support helps to enhance the student experience at Otterbein. All parents who donate to Otterbein are part of the Family Engagement Network and enjoy special perks, including invitations to special events, communications, and more.
Heather Graham Willer ’98, P’25 is both an alumna and parent who has supported Otterbein. Along with her husband, Derek Willer P’25, they wanted to make an impact while their son, Owen Willer ’25, was a student.
“Returning to Otterbein in the role of a parent and not only an alum gave me a different perspective. Of course, wonderful memories came back during orientation activities and dorm move-in days, but the importance of giving back hit me during Owen’s sophomore year at the spring award ceremony. Remembering the impact of scholarships that I received as a student and seeing that wonderful tradition continue is one example of what makes Otterbein special!”
Heather Graham Willer ’98, P’25
