51ÂÒÂ× Eastern looks forward to welcoming all our new students to campus in August. Whether you've already registered for fall classes, or are still getting ready for advising and registration, we hope you are excited about meeting new people and embarking on this next chapter!
We know that your college experience is more than what happens in the classroom. That's why we want to help you connect with other incoming students who will be your classmates and friends.
Read through these student spotlights and get to know some of your incoming first-year peers. You'll find classmates who share your academic and career interests and those who share your zip code, plus you'll build the lifelong friendships that become part of your Forever OHIO story.
Cadiz, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I wanted to stay home and commute to school. I also heard really good things about 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Graduating high school, securing a coaching position, and buying my first car.
How did you spend your summer?
Working and coaching.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Becoming accustomed to the college life.
What is your dream job?
Becoming a teacher!
Cadiz, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
To stay close to family and friends.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Graduating high school.
How did you spend your summer?
Hanging out with friends and traveling.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Furthering my education and taking classes that I’m interested in.
What is your dream job?
To become an elementary teacher!
Mingo Junction, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
It’s convenient and close to home, but also because it offers a variety of programs and resources.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
I graduated from high school as a CTE Engineering Pathway Completer and a National Honor Society member.
How did you spend your summer?
By spending time with my niece and nephew, also my friends.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Exploring my strengths and weaknesses, along with making new friendships in and outside of the classroom!
What is your dream job?
To be a civil engineer.
Las Vegas, Nevada
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I chose 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern because it fit exactly what i was looking for as far as the curriculum.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
My biggest accomplishment this year was being able to watch my lessons students grow into great riders. I also started training my bonus daughter who now is participating in shows and winning ribbons.
How are you spending your summer?
I spent most of my summer working and training my horses.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
The cool weather and starting school.
What's your dream job?
My dream job is to own a business in training, rehabilitation, and rescuing horses.
Rayland, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I chose OHIO Eastern since it is a good environment and close to home.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Maintaining a good GPA and growing as a person.
How are you spending your summer?
Working, playing basketball, a lot of golf, and spending time with family and friends.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Learning the ins and outs about what I wanna do.
What's your dream job?
College basketball coach
Woodsfield, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
How did you spend your summer?
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
What is your dream job?
Barnesville, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
To stay close to my family.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Graduating high school.
How did you spend your summer?
Taking multiple vacations and hanging out with my friends before we all separated.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Meeting new people on campus.
What is your dream job?
Being a 1st grade teacher.
Newark, Ohio
Why did you choose 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern?
I chose OHIO Eastern because I get to complete college while still being able to live at home and be near my family! Staying home for college means I get to keep my job and stay connected with friends.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
I graduated with an honors diploma and bought myself a car in cash.
How are you spending your summer?
Working, spending time with family, and spending time with friends.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Starting a new chapter in my life with new people. Starting college is something I’ve been looking forward to for a long time.
What is your dream job?
My dream job is to become Crime Scene Investigator.
Bellaire, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I love my hometown and the local university option was an immediate candidate for me. Plus, a lot of my friends were also planning to continue their education at the Eastern branch!
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Graduating from Bellaire High School with an honors degree.
How did you spend your summer?
At the beginning of summer, my family and I went to the beach. When I got home, I served ice cream at Bellaire Dairy Queen. When I’m off work, I hung out with my friends, babysat my nephew, and played board games with my family and my boyfriend.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Furthering my education and making new friends.
What is your dream job?
Becoming a social worker in a hospital settling.
Bellaire, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
To stay close to family and friends!
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Ranking 3rd in my class. Becoming captain of the volleyball team and class president.
How did you spend your summer?
Going on vacations and spending time with friends and family.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Making new friends and learning new things.
What is your dream job?
To become a labor and delivery nurse.
Belmont, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
Because every course I need for my first year is offered here.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Graduating as Valedictorian of my high school class, coming into my first year of college as a sophomore, and attending the 51ÂÒÂ× Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine summer Medical Academy in Dublin Ohio.
How did you spend your summer?
Hanging out with my friends and family. I also did some traveling. I went to Hawaii and Punta Cana. While in Hawaii I took a Medical Diagnosis and Treatment class at the John A. Burns School of Medicine.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Taking classes I am actually interested in, and meeting new people.
What is your dream job?
Working in the medical field.
Bridgeport, Ohio
Why did you choose 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern
I choose OHIO Eastern because it was close to home and for the smaller class sizes.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Making 1st team all OVAC for softball and volleyball.
How are you spending your summer?
Working and preparing for college.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Making new friends in my classes.
What is your dream job?
To become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
Bridgeport, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I chose 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern because I can get an 51ÂÒÂ× education close to home for a fraction of the cost. I’m excited because I can complete my entire program at OHIO Eastern.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
I’m proud of myself for earning my 4-year letter in academics as well as my 4-year varsity tri-athlete awards (track, cross country, bowling). I am most proud that I challenged myself both academically and athletically, and along the way had a lot of great experiences that I’ll never forget.
How are you spending your summer?
I have been spending most of my summer working at Chick Fil A. During my free time I like to run, swim, or hang out with friends, family, and my two dogs, Chewie and Teddy.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
I’m excited to see what’s in store for me at 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern, starting my classes and getting to know new people.
What's your dream job?
My dream job is to be a kindergarten teacher. I’m passionate about creating a positive and nurturing learning environment.
Shadyside, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I always hear good things about 51ÂÒÂ× Eastern.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Signing up for school to better myself.
How did you spend your summer?
Working
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
A new beginning.
What is your dream job?
To teach.
Bellaire, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I chose Ohio Eastern because it provides a nice environment to get away, but still come home.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
I was 2025 Co-Valedictorian of Bellaire High School and it has been a dream come true. I am so proud of the dedication I have spent to get to where I am today.
How are you spending your summer?
Hiking, fishing, and enjoying nature.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
I’m super excited to start a new chapter of my life and try new things!
What’s your dream job?
My dream job is to become Taylor Swift’s personal makeup artist.
Smithfield, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
I chose OHIO Eastern because it is a small campus with a great environment and it's in the perfect location.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
I'm proud that I finished my last two year of high school after losing my dad.
How are you spending your summer?
i went on a cruise to the Bahamas and was surrounded by my friends and family
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
I'm looking forward to meeting new people.
What's your dream job?
Working as a registered nurse.
Rayland, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
To be close to home and family. To start my career locally and support my community.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
Graduating as valedictorian and playing with the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra.
How did you spend your summer?
Working at our community pool. Traveling to Disney World, California and the beach.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Cooler weather and starting my college career.
What is your dream job?
Artist or animator but settling for pediatric nurse.
New Athens, Ohio
Why did you choose OHIO Eastern?
It’s an easy commute.
What accomplishments are you most proud of from the past year?
I graduated with honors and was a member of the national honor society.
How did you spend your summer?
I worked this summer.
What are you most looking forward to this fall?
Meeting new people.
What is your dream job?
Radiation Therapy!
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