Amanda Pierron almost didn’t make it to college.

After struggling in high school and questioning whether she was capable of succeeding in school, the Menasha native arrived at UWO unsure of what her future could look like. She started as an art education major before a political science class helped her discover a new direction.

That direction became the center of her Titan experience. Pierron found mentorship in the political science department, built close relationships with faculty and became involved in the Political Science Student Association, Pi Sigma Alpha, Tri Alpha and the McNair Scholars Program.

Now graduating and continuing at UWO in the master’s program in Educational Leadership and Policy, Pierron hopes to help other students find the same confidence, support and sense of possibility she found here.

Cameron Cullen came to UWO as a runner with a future in health and movement.

A rehabilitation science major from Beaver Dam, Cullen chose UWO after being recruited for cross country and track. The campus, coaches, team and academic path all made Oshkosh feel like the right fit.

In the classroom, his interest in physical therapy grew from his own experience with injuries. On the track, he continued to compete while learning leadership from upperclassmen, teammates and coaches. Over four years, Cullen balanced academics, athletics and the pressure of finishing strong as a student athlete.

After graduation, Cullen will attend UW-Stevens Point to continue his physical therapy education. He plans to build a career helping others recover, move forward and keep going.

Lily Scott’s UW–Oshkosh story is one of returning, rebuilding and choosing education on their own terms.

A music industry and composition double major from Marinette, Scott returned to school at 30 during the COVID pandemic after taking a nontraditional path to college.

Scott helped launch Titan Gold Records, served as president and created opportunities for students to explore recording, promotion, artist support and the music industry beyond the classroom.

Now graduating, Scott leaves UWO with confidence, purpose and proof that it is never too late to build a future that once felt out of reach.

Jacob Link built his college career through student media.

The Madison native came to UWO with a family connection to the journalism department and quickly immersed himself in campus media. He joined the Advance-Titan during his first semester and became sports editor as a first-year student.

Link later served as editor in chief of the Advance-Titan and operations manager at WRST, building experience across news, radio and broadcasting while helping connect students across media programs.

Now graduating with a public relations minor and social media certificate, Link leaves UWO with a strong portfolio and a lasting impact on the student media community he helped shape.

Jesse Ramsey has been interested in public service since childhood.

A political science major and economics minor from Westfield, Ramsey came to UWO from a small town and found a campus where leadership could become more than an idea.

Oshkosh Student Government became one of the defining parts of Ramsey’s college career. Ramsey served as an at-large senator, vice president pro tempore and eventually vice president, dedicating significant time to representing students and strengthening leadership skills.

After graduation, Ramsey is preparing for a congressional internship in Washington, D.C. before law school. Ramsey leaves UWO with confidence, direction and a clearer sense of the leader he is becoming.

Sandy Yanez Velasquez built her college career by showing up.

A political science major with a psychology minor, French certificate and global scholars certificate, Yanez Velasquez spent her time at UWO getting involved, taking on leadership roles and discovering how much she was capable of accomplishing.

Through Oshkosh Student Government and Gamma Alpha Omega International Sorority, she found spaces to lead, connect and grow in confidence while balancing school, work and campus involvement.

After graduation, Yanez Velasquez plans to gain experience in the legal field before law school. She leaves UWO with a stronger voice, a clear sense of purpose and the confidence to keep moving toward her goals.

Tyler Roscoe came to UWO to study big questions.

A geology major from Green Bay with minors in physics and astronomy, Roscoe built his academic path around curiosity, research and persistence. After visiting campus for Titan Preview, he found a department where students could engage in hands-on research early.

Roscoe began working with Professor Eric Hiatt the summer after high school graduation, contributing to research on the search for life beyond Earth supported by the NASA Wisconsin Space Grant. After a medical withdrawal, he returned to campus and completed his degree in four years.

Now graduating, Roscoe leaves UWO with the mindset of a scientist and a future shaped by persistence.

Zafeer Rahim came to UWO from Karachi, Pakistan to pursue education beyond the world he knew.

As a computer science and economics major, he arrived during COVID and had to adjust to a new country, a new campus and a very different college experience than the one he imagined. Through his classes, professors and campus connections, he built a sense of belonging at UWO.

He became involved with the Computer Science Club, explored interests beyond his majors and used college as a place to build skills, confidence and perspective.

Now graduating and planning for graduate school, Rahim leaves UWO with a broader worldview, a stronger voice and the belief that this degree is only the first step.

Kennedy Koehler built her UWO career by saying yes to opportunities that helped her grow.

A rehabilitation science major from Kimberly, Koehler focused her studies on movement, healing and performance, with undergraduate research becoming a defining part of her Titan experience.

She took on leadership roles across campus in student organizations, club volleyball and Greek life, earning recognition for her involvement and service. Through the Honors College, she also studied abroad in Paris, expanding her global perspective.

Now graduating and continuing in UWO’s master’s program in athletic training, Koehler is building toward a future in sports medicine, research and teaching with a clear sense of purpose and momentum.