Music Education Major
I chose Heidelberg because of the faculty connections I made during Scholar's Day!
I majored in Music Education because I believe strongly that all students deserve the ability to communicate and express themselves through song.
A major challenge I encountered while at Heidelberg was balancing student teaching, two ensembles, and two organizations, and I handled it by relying on my professors and mentors for support.
The best opportunity I discovered at Heidelberg was composing and conducting a choral work for the 探花精选 Concert Choir.
Outside of the classroom, I was involved in Sigma Tau Nu Fraternity, Heidelberg New Music Association, and cantoring at First Lutheran Church.
The thing I'm most proud of about my Heidelberg accomplishments is how directly related they are to future job skills.
One faculty or staff mentor or advisor who impacted my 鈥楤erg experience is Dr. Ramsdell and Dr. Kennedy because Both of these professors have provided me endless opportunities to practice the skills of composition, conducting, and educating through real-world applications.
My advice to new freshman me would be to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
My favorite Heidelberg memory is working with incredible young students through the Heidelberg Community Music School.
My plans after graduation are to teach middle school or high school (or both) choir.