Ohio University announces Homecoming Court 2019

Homecoming 2019 has arrived, and Bobcats have been gearing up to welcome it in full splendor. Amid all the preparations, Ohio University is excited to announce the Homecoming Court of 2019.

Serving on Homecoming Court is an honor and privilege that select members of the graduating class enjoy. This year, the members were chosen through a rigorous selection process. The selection committee interviewed only 32 students from over 100 nominations they received before announcing the Homecoming Court. The committee believes the members of the 2019 Homecoming Court promote the values of Ohio University, take pride in the University, represent the student body and enhance OHIO as a whole. The 10 chosen seniors will represent their class at several events throughout Homecoming Week, which takes place from Oct. 7-12 on OHIO’s Athens campus. The events calendar has further details about the week’s schedule.

Upholding the longstanding annual tradition of celebrating past, present and future students, Homecoming 2019 will let members of the OHIO and Athens communities showcase their Bobcat pride. Among the activities planned for the week are the Homecoming Parade, Alumni Association’s Annual Awards Gala, Historical Hayrides, All Sports Reunion and Game Night.

Online voting for the 2019 Homecoming king and queen is open! Homecoming King and Queen will be announced during the Homecoming football game on Saturday, Oct. 12. Members of the 2019 Homecoming Court are:

Stephanie Fike

Major: Early Childhood Education

College: Patton College of Education

Hometown: Wheeling, West Virginia

Fun fact: I have been to five countries: Canada, France, Spain, Mexico and the Bahamas. I will be going to Italy this summer.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: I love being surrounded by a community of leaders who stand up for what they believe in as well as always knowing that I have a Bobcat family wherever I go. OU Oh Yeah!

Evan Frank

Major: Mechanical Engineering

College: Russ College of Engineering and Technology

Hometown: Westerville, Ohio

Fun fact: I have been playing rugby for nine years and have competed in two national tournaments.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: The camaraderie all students share on campus. I have felt a part of it since I first stepped on campus as a freshman. Everyone is always so kind to each other and welcoming. We really all are a Bobcat family.

Bryanna Jewel Henderson

Major: Sport Management

College: College of Business

Hometown: Worthington, Ohio

Fun fact: I played violin for eight years.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: My favorite thing about being a Bobcat is knowing that wherever I go, there will always be a network of alumni who can relate to me, advise me and support me.

John Iskander

Major: Nursing

College: Health Science and Professions

Hometown: Marion, Ohio

Fun fact: I have been a part of 12 clubs and organizations since becoming a student at Ohio University. I’m still active in six of them, including multi-cultural.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: All the opportunities I have been given through numerous clubs, organizations and varsity athletics to meet the many wonderful people throughout my time here. I love meeting different cultures across the campus as well, especially those of my descent. All in all, being a student at Ohio University and walking the campus as an athlete, tour guide and myself as a person makes it feel like this place is home.

Ashlee Jackson

Major: Human and Consumer Sciences

College: Patton College of Education

Hometown: Akron, Ohio

Fun fact: I love to sing and dance.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: Bobcats fearlessly support one another and are not afraid to pursue their dreams. It is this compassionate bravery that makes me proud to be a Bobcat.

Jayden McAdams

Major: Integrated Media

College: Scripps College of Communication

Hometown: Windsor, Connecticut

Fun fact: I hold a dual citizenship: USA and Jamaica.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: My Bobcat family is my favorite thing about being a Bobcat.

Lydia Ramlo

Major: Environmental Studies and Civil Engineering

College: Honors Tutorial College and Russ College of Engineering and Technology

Hometown: Hudson, Ohio

Fun fact: I have a talent of making cheesecakes and chocolate chip cookies.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: The friendships, mentorships and overall supportive network not only in Athens but also around the world are my favorite thing about being a Bobcat.

Jessica Rutkowski

Major: Journalism - Strategic Communication

College: Scripps College of Communication

Hometown: Toledo, OH

Fun fact: I once passed out roses to people walking through College Green just so they knew they were loved.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: Being surrounded by people who genuinely care. Students, faculty, alumni and community members are all so welcoming to everyone, which creates an inclusive atmosphere unlike any other.

O’Neal Saunders

Major: MIS and Analytics

College: College of Business

Hometown: Hilliard, OH

Fun fact: I have travelled to five countries since becoming a Bobcat.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: Seeing friends every time I leave home.

Simphiwe Shongwe

Major: French Education

College: Patton College of Education

Hometown: Athens, OH

Fun fact: I am a self-taught swimmer.

Favorite thing about being a Bobcat: Bobcats tend to be extremely encouraging of each other’s creative endeavors. There are so many organizations that provide creative outlets for myself and many others.

Visit the Homecoming 2019 website for details about the week’s theme, events and more.

Published

October 7, 2019

Author

Deepa Ashar Bhagat