The Class of 2025 has 160 students.
A total of 51 students were members of the $250,000 Club, having received $250,000 or more in academic scholarship offers from colleges and universities. Those 51 students received $29.0 million in academic offers.
Top of Class
Annika Patel
Valedictorian
- Parents:
- Jayesh and Tejal Patel
- Plans to attend:
- University of Maryland: College Park
- Majoring in:
- Neuroscience, Pre-Med
- Grade school:
- Bethany School
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes; I plan on attending medical school after my 4 years of undergraduate education and a residency program after that.
- Career goals after college:
- I strive to become a neurologist.
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- Making new memories and laughing with friends both inside and outside of the classroom.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- AP Spanish
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Profe Oliver. I had the privilege of having her as a teacher my freshman year for H Spanish III and she has helped me so much throughout my 4 years at Badin. She supported my love of Spanish and always lifted my spirits on difficult days. Going to Europe this past summer was amazing and she definitely made the experience ten times better. Thanks to her, I hope to continue learning Spanish in the future.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Planning and executing my Senior Service Project. Seeing the kids and residents reading their letters and establishing social connections was truly impactful and amazing.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Co-leader of AME, NHS Service and Academics Coordinator, Girls Golf, Badin Theatre, Student Ambassador, Summer in Solidarity, Kettering Health Hamilton Volunteer, AP Scholar with Distinction (2024), National Community Service Awards Ambassador Award (2024/25), ServeOhio Community Impact Award (2024/25) World Languages Award (2023), Student of the Month (2022), Mercy Health Medical Explorers.
- Scholarships received:
- Presidential Scholarship (University of Alabama); Toledo Excellence Scholarship (University of Toledo); Cincinnatus Century Scholar (University of Cincinnati); Presidential Scholarship (University of Maryland); The Dean's Scholarship (Rutgers NB); Camden Commitment Grant (Rutgers University); Distinguished Achievement Scholarship (Rutgers University)
- Colleges applied to:
- Case Western Reserve University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Johns Hopkins University, Rutgers University, University of Alabama, University of Cincinnati, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania
- Other interesting information:
- I danced Bollywood starting at the age of three and continued until last year, due to a knee injury.
Bella Balster
- Parents:
- Greg and Noel Balster
- Plans to attend:
- Xavier University
- Majoring in:
- Genetics
- Grade school:
- Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes, I plan on going to graduate school to get certified for genetic counseling and then possibly pursue a Ph.D to specialize in a field genetics.
- Career goals after college:
- I would like to become a genetic counselor.
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite experience at Badin has been being blessed with the opportunity to lead Kairos and other retreats.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- I could never decide between APUSH (AP US History) and AP Bio being my favorite class!
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- My favorite teacher is Mrs. Breetz, my biology and physiology teacher at Badin, because she intensified my interest in genetics by introducing me to electrophoresis, CRISPR, and the ethical approach to DNA alteration. Also, she has been a role model and supporter since my first day at Badin. She continues to encourage me every day, not only in class but throughout all life experiences.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- My Summer in Solidarity trip made a huge impact on the projection of my life. Since that experience, I have known that I want to continue my service involvement throughout college and pursue a career that can positively impact the world.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Magnified Giving leader and volunteer, AME co-founder, DIG member, National Honor Society member, Ambassador Officer, Scholar Leader Academy (SLA) member, ReMix member, Varsity Tennis player, Employee at Walden Ponds Golf Club. Awards: Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award; 2022-23 National Community Service Merit Award; 2023-24 National Community Service Honor Award; 2024-25 National Community Service Merit Award
- Scholarships received:
- Duquesne Academic Scholarship (Duquesne University); Presidential Scholarship (Ohio Northern University); Trustees' Merit Scholarship (University of Dayton); Magis Scholarship (John Carroll University); XU Presidential Merit Scholarship (Xavier University); XU Catholic High School Scholarship (Xavier University); XU Legacy Scholarship (Xavier University)
- Colleges applied to:
- Duquesne University, Ohio Northern University, University of Dayton, John Carroll University, Xavier University
Molly Black
- Parents:
- Katie Griesser and Robert Black
- Plans to attend:
- The Ohio State University
- Majoring in:
- Mathematics Education
- Grade school:
- St. Peter in Chains
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- I would like to get my masters or further my education in some way, but I think I would prefer to do it while working as a full time teacher.
- Career goals after college:
- I want to be a high school math teacher
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of my Badin experience has been getting to know my teachers and classmates and being involved with retreats and campus ministry.
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- My favorite teachers at Badin were Mrs. Keating, Mrs. Oliver, and Mrs. Breetz. They made class interesting and were always so supportive. They challenged me and helped me reach my potential.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- I was involved in service activities, DIG, swim team, and retreat leadership. I also received two school math department awards my sophomore year.
- Scholarships received:
- Duquesne Academic Scholarship (Duquesne University); Presidential Scholarship (Ohio Northern University); Trustees' Merit Scholarship (University of Dayton); Magis Scholarship (John Carroll University); XU Presidential Merit Scholarship (Xavier University); XU Catholic High School Scholarship (Xavier University); XU Legacy Scholarship (Xavier University)
- Colleges applied to:
- The Ohio State University, University of Dayton, Xavier University, Otterbein University, Mount St Joseph University, and Miami University
Caroline Boyle
- Parents:
- Jeff and Jodi Boyle
- Plans to attend:
- University of Dayton
- Majoring in:
- Education
- Grade school:
- Queen of Peace
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes-Masters Degree in Counseling or Psychology
- Career goals after college:
- I plan become a teacher and possibly a high school guidance counselor. I would also like to become a tennis coach, either at the high school or college level.
- Are you playing a varsity sport in college?
- Women’s Tennis
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of my Badin experience was my service trips. I had the opportunity to go to both New Jersey and Alabama. I got to create many new relationships, work with a variety of different organizations, and grow closer to my classmates.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- Leadership in Action and AP Biology
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mrs. Enderle is my favorite Badin teacher because she always had a smile on her face and is always willing to help.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Kairos and Girl's Retreat
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Scholar Leader Academy and Board, Student Ambassador, National Honors Society, Badin Swim, Badin Tennis: 3x State Qualifier, 3x All State, 3x GCL Player of the Year
- Scholarships received:
- Trustees' Merit Scholarship (University of Dayton); Scarlet Scholarship (Bellarmine University); Presidential Merit Scholarship and the Dean's Award (Xavier University); Ohio Excellence Scholarship (Ohio University); RedHawk Excellence Scholarship (Miami University); Old Main Scholarship (Wofford College)
- Colleges applied to:
- University of Dayton, University of Cincinnati, Bellarmine University, Xavier University, Ohio University, Wofford College, Miami University
Jocelyn Brenot
- Parents:
- Jeffrey and Stephanie Brenot
- Plans to attend:
- Miami University Oxford
- Majoring in:
- Biology, Pre-Med
- Grade school:
- St. John XXIII
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes - I plan on attending medical school and hopefully getting a doctorate
- Career goals after college:
- I hope to become a neurologist
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- Getting to meet so many cool and interesting people, as well as the opportunities to participate in activities I never thought I would want to or have the ability to do.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- CCP Anatomy and Physiology
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mr. Ross and Mrs. Breetz for the same reasons - both are easy going and fun to have class with, but push their students to be their best and understand the importance of being focused on academics.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Summer in Solidarity trip to Bethlehem Farm between freshman and sophomore, and the Europe trip between junior and senior year.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Performing Arts Department Award, English Department Award, ServeOhio Community Impact Award (x2), Innerview National Community Service Award (Merit) (x2), Badin Rocks Band Leader
- Colleges applied to:
- Miami University Oxford, Yale University, Case Western University, University of St. Francis, The Ohio State University, Ohio University
Kathleen Burke
- Parents:
- Andrew and Christy Burke
- Plans to attend:
- University of Notre Dame
- Majoring in:
- Chemical Engineering
- Grade school:
- Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of my Badin experience has been the relationships I have made with both my teachers and my peers.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- Spanish IV
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- My favorite Badin teacher is Mr. Smith. He has taught six of my classes at Badin, and I have had him all four years. Because of this, he and our class have become closer than we have with any other teachers. He helps us with all kinds of things, whether it be a challenging topic in Calculus or a difficult text we have to discuss for English Literature. He teaches physics and engineering and though they can be complicated at times, he is very patient and helps us through it. He makes sure to emphasize that we are smarter than we think and that we can do things that we may think that we cannot. Overall, Mr. Smith has had a major positive impact on my Badin experience, and I am thankful that he works here.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Powel Crosley YMCA National Team Member; Badin Swim State Qualifier 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024; Badin Varsity Swim Team Captain 2024, 2025; National Merit Finalist
Rogue Carruthers
- Parent:
- Sara Carruthers
- Plans to attend:
- Miami University
- Majoring in:
- Biology
- Grade school:
- Bethany School
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes, PA program or research
- Career goals after college:
- Physician assistant or mycology researcher/professor
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- I really enjoyed the friends I made. I also enjoyed how informative and interesting every class was.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- Animation II
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mr Cole, the daily hackey sack circle hyped me up for the day and put a smile on my face. Mr. Cole and I also had a lot of fun conversations about interesting topics like mushroom cultivation, I loved hearing his opinions and stories.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Kairos, specifically June Kairos, was a lot of fun for me as it was a unique and rewarding experience.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Tabletop Gaming Club, Tennis, Theatre, Student Council, State Tested Nurse Aide with Community First
- Scholarships received:
- RedHawk Excellence Scholarship (Miami University)
Ava Glazier
- Parents:
- Neal and Amy Glazier
- Plans to attend:
- Miami University
- Majoring in:
- Zoology, Pre-Vet
- Grade school:
- John Paul II
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes, after getting my bachelor's degree at Miami, I am hoping to go to veterinarian school at The Ohio State University.
- Career goals after college:
- My biggest career goal is to be a veterinarian for domestic and exotic animals.
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of Badin was my experience with service. Badin allowed me the opportunity to learn about injustices in the world and a chance to help those wrongs. I loved the different avenues of service I was exposed to and the friends I connected with through service.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- Art III
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- My favorite teacher is Mrs. Daniels. She is truly amazing, and I love her personality. She clearly loves what she does and spreads that joy with everyone. She is also really funny and makes class enjoyable.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- The event that had the biggest impact on me was Kairos. This event was so amazing and helped me grow as a person so much.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Scholar Leader Academy, National Honor Society, DIG, Magnified Giving, Badin Studio, Student Ambassador, ReMix, volunteer for both the Super Saturday Program and Animal Friends Human Society, Ohio Serve Community Award (x3), National Community Service Award- Honor (x2), and National Community Service Award-Ambassador
- Scholarships received:
- RedHawk Excellence Scholarship (Miami University); Faculty Scholarship(Centre College); Trustee Scholarship (Allegheny College); Presidential Scholarship, & Test Score Bonus Award (Thomas More University); President's Scholarship (Baldwin Wallace University); Presidential Award & Priority Tiger Award (Wittenberg University)
- Colleges applied to:
- Miami University, Centre College, Wittenburg University, Allegheny College, Thomas More University, and Baldwin Wallace University
Josie Halverson
- Parents:
- Damon and Megan Halverson
- Plans to attend:
- Loyola University Chicago
- Majoring in:
- Women and Gender Studies
- Grade school:
- St. Peter in Chains
- Career goals after college:
- I'm not 100% sure yet, but I've thought about pre-law or doing non-profit work. I love the idea of continuing to make service and helping people a part of my life and career.
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My experiences with service have by far been my favorite part of Badin. Attending service trips to South Dakota, Ecuador, and Alabama taught me so much about myself and how we can work towards bettering our small corner of the world. I have met so many incredible people through service and am so grateful for the relationships and connections this has led to in my life. I can't imagine my four years at Badin without service.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- AP Biology and AP Lang
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mrs. Breetz is one of my favorite teachers at Badin because she cares just as much about each individual student as she does science. She is so passionate about all that she teaches, and every class I've taken with her has been incredible! I had never genuinely enjoyed a science class until I had Mrs. Breetz for the first time freshman year.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Service Leadership Board, Student Council (Executive President), Scholar Leader Academy, National Honor Society, Ambassador Program, Cross Country, Hamilton Community Foundation Youth Philanthropy Committee (Service Coordinator), Summer in Solidarity Service Trips, Big Brother Big Sister Volunteer, Magnified Giving, D.I.G., First Honors and Honor Roll, National Community Ambassador Service Award, ServeOhio Community Impact Award, Brown University Book Award
- Scholarships received:
- Presidential Scholarship (Loyola University), Merit Scholarship (University of Dayton); Vice President Scholarship, Catholic High School Award (Saint Louis University); Presidential Merit Scholarship, Dean's Award, Catholic High School Award, Legacy Scholarship (Xavier University), Dean’s Scholarship (Indiana University); Magis Scholarship, Discovery Grant (John Carroll University), Merit Scholarship (Regis University); Ohio Governor's Merit Scholarship
- Colleges applied to:
- Loyola University, University of Dayton, Saint Louis University, Xavier University, Indiana University, John Carroll University, New York University, Regis University
Andrew Keck
- Parents:
- Kenneth and Jill Keck
- Plans to attend:
- University of Dayton
- Majoring in:
- Biology
- Grade school:
- St. Ann Elementary
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes – going to work towards a Master's in biology
- Career goals after college:
- I want to do scientific research in a lab
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of my Badin experience has been getting to see people everyday. There's nothing that makes me happier at Badin than getting to see the people I love. Students, faculty, and staff have formed me into who I am, and I just absolutely enjoy getting to see and speak with them.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- AP Biology was my favorite class at Badin. I took it this year, and it's pushed me to grow as a lifetime learner.
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- For me, it's a three-way tie between Mrs. Breetz, Mrs. Long, and Mrs. Keating. Mrs. Breetz has taught me everything I know about biology and helped me find my future. Mrs. Long has taught me what it means to have a gentle soul and try to always be a better person. Mrs. Keating has taught me responsibility and helped me implement it into my life. There is no favorite between them, they're all my favorite.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Going on June Kairos has made the largest impact on me. I can't say much, but it's the place I think I've become the best version of myself, allowing me to grow exponentially in a short amount of time.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Remix President, Student Council Senior Class Secretary and Treasurer, NHS Member, Theater, Bowling, Student of the Month, Viri Cristi Member
- Scholarships received:
- Trustees' Merit Scholarship (University of Dayton); RedHawk Excellence Scholarship (Miami University); Merit Scholarship (Xavier University)
- Colleges applied to:
- University of Dayton, Miami University, Ohio University, University of Cincinnati, Xavier University, Northern Kentucky University
- Other interesting information:
- I really like Badin!
Gracie Luong
- Parents:
- Nga and Binh Nguyen
- Plans to attend:
- Cornell University
- Majoring in:
- Biological Sciences
- Grade school:
- Saint Gabriel Consolidated School
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- I plan on attending medical school and securing a residency in neurosurgery or gynecology/obstetrics.
- Career goals after college:
- Neurosurgeon or Gynecologist/Obstetrician
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- The people! I love all of the teachers and students I have encountered throughout my four years at Badin. Everyone possesses so much ambition, energy, and fun in everything that they do, from discussing how to solve a math equation to laughing about the most random things.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- Dr. O’s honors sophomore English class
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mrs. Heinrich (aka the Boss Lady)! Up until my sophomore year, science was my least favorite class because I found the content we learned as repetitive and honestly, quite boring. However, Mrs. Heinrich engendered a newfound appreciation and passion for science within me. She always created a fun atmosphere of learning and somehow managed to explain the most complex of chemistry topics with her random jokes and analogies about dating.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- My Summer in Solidarity trip to the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota!
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Asian Minority Empowerment, National Honor Society, Scholar Leader Academy, Student Council, Ambassador Program, Front Desk Volunteer at Kettering Health Hospital, I.K. Kim Taekwondo, Summer in Solidarity trips, Tennis, Badin Theatre, DIG, Magnified Giving, ReMix, Merit National Community Service Award (2022-2023), Ambassador National Community Service Award (2023-2025), AP Scholars with Honors, Moler-Pickens Beauty Academy
- Scholarships received:
- CU-Tradition Fellowship (Cornell University); Victors Award (University of Michigan); Rogel Award of Excellence (University of Michigan); William E. and Gloria P. Dean Scholarship (University of Michigan); Maximus Scholarship (The Ohio State University); Land Grant Opportunity Scholarship (The Ohio State University); Catharine Lealtad Scholarship (Macalester College); Ohio Scholarship (Denison University); Out-of-State Presidential Scholarship (University of Alabama); Cincinnatus University Scholarship (University of Cincinnati); Trustees’ Merit Scholarship (University of Dayton); Bluegrass Scholarship (University of Kentucky); President's Scholarship (University of Miami)
- Colleges applied to:
- Boston University, Bowdoin College, Cornell University, Denison University, Duke University, Emory University, Macalester College, The George Washington University, The Ohio State University, Tulane University, University of Alabama, University of Cincinnati
- Other interesting information:
- I have a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do!
Ella Pfirman
- Parents:
- Matt and Nicole Pfirman
- Plans to attend:
- University of Kentucky
- Majoring in:
- I plan to major in Biology on a pre-med track.
- Grade school:
- St. Peter in Chains
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- After undergrad, I plan to apply to medical school and get my doctorate degree.
- Career goals after college:
- Once my education is complete, I want to be a dermatologist who specializes in cosmetic dermatology.
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of my Badin experience was attending and leading Kairos. I attended Kairos in June of 2024 and led the January Kairos earlier this year. Kairos was such an amazing experience and I built so many friendships with people on both retreats. Those two retreats were probably the best eight days of my high school career and I’m so grateful for being apart of them.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- My favorite Badin class has been Physiology and Anatomy
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- My favorite Badin teacher is Mrs. Breetz. Mrs. Breetz has helped me find my love for science and health, leading me in the direction of hopefully becoming a doctor. She also has such positive and motivating energy in class that helps me stay determined to succeed. Not only is she an amazing teacher, but she has taught me so many important life lessons such as having gratitude, and my favorite quote from a ‘Motivational Monday,’ "nothing in life ever gets easier, you learn how to handle hard better."
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- A Badin experience that has had an impact on me was the two service trips I attended in Ecuador. These two trips really changed my perception of service and life as a whole. I learned how to live life more simply and gained immense gratitude for everyone around me.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Varsity Golf, Flag Football, Spirit club President, National Honor Society, 3rd-Team GCL in Golf, Student of the Month, Student Ambassador
- Scholarships received:
- Blue-Grass Spirit Scholarship (University of Kentucky); OHIO Excellence Scholarship Ohio University); Presidential Merit Scholarship, Catholic High School Scholarship, Legacy Scholarship (Xavier University); Choose Ohio First Scholarship
- Colleges applied to:
- Xavier University, Ohio University, and University of Kentucky
Maguire Smith
- Parents:
- Brett and Laura Smith
- Plans to attend:
- University of Dayton
- Majoring in:
- Sociology
- Grade school:
- Queen of Peace
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- The faith and service opportunities at Badin that helped me to grow a lot as a person.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- Leadership in Action
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Kairos
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Cross Country, Service Leadership Board, Student Council
- Colleges applied to:
- University of Dayton, Miami University, University of Notre Dame, Earlham College, Xavier University, Butler University
Ben Welch
- Parents:
- Jake and Emily Welch
- Plans to attend:
- The Ohio State University
- Majoring in:
- Aerospace Engineering
- Grade school:
- St. Ann
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes - I would like to do graduate school for at least a Master's in Aerospace Engineering, maybe a doctorate.
- Career goals after college:
- An Aerospace Engineer working in research and development for rocket engines.
- Are you playing a varsity sport in college?
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- Being able to connect with so many people who support me and ensure my high school experience to be the best it could.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- AP Physics C
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mr. Smith - He is always someone I can go to and talk with about ANYTHING. Literally. He's taught around a quarter of all the classes I've taken at Badin, and every single one has been a great experience.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Kairos - specifically, leading it. It allowed me to see so many of my peers in a different light, and give some of them their first Kairos experience.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Activities: ReMIX, Bowling, NHS, Badin Ambassador, Summer in Solidarity. Awards: Social Studies Department Award, Science Department Award, AP Scholar
- Scholarships received:
- UA Scholar (University of Alabama), Provost Scholarship (The Ohio State University), National Scholarship (University of Minnesota - Twin Cities), President's Scholarship (University of Maryland - College Park)
- Colleges applied to:
- University of Florida, Georgia Institute of Technology, Northeastern University, The Ohio State University, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, University of Washington, University of Alabama, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Minnesota, University of Notre Dame
Eli Wesner
- Parents:
- John and Kerry Wesner
- Plans to attend:
- The Ohio State University
- Majoring in:
- Biomolecular Engineering
- Grade school:
- Saint Gabriel Consolidated School
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes- I plan on attended med school following graduation.
- Career goals after college:
- I want to do medicine research, developing drugs and medications to make the world a better place.
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- The retreats and service trips
- Favorite class at Badin:
- AP Biology
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mrs. Long: She was a fantastic teacher freshman year, but since then she's been like a Badin mom. My friends and I have been hanging out in her classroom every morning before school. She's basically our best friend.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Kairos and Summer in Solidarity trips to Bethlehem Farm/Quito Ecuador. All of these events gave me the opportunity to grow really close with others and made a profound impact on my life. I'm very grateful to Badin for those opportunities.
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- National Honor Society, Scholar Leader Academy, Tennis, Magnified Giving, Remix, Chess Club, Tulane Book Award
- Scholarships received:
- Maximus Scholarship and Governors Merit Scholarship (The Ohio State University)
- Colleges applied to:
- The Ohio State University, University of Tennessee, Purdue University
- Other interesting information:
- I'm a drummer, love to play music.
Nick Wiseman
- Parents:
- Shane and Erin Wiseman
- Plans to attend:
- Mount St. Joseph University
- Majoring in:
- Pre-Law Program, majoring in Liberal Arts: History concentration and Social Computing
- Grade school:
- St. John the Baptist Dry Ridge
- Do you plan on continuing your education?
- Yes I plan to go to one of MSJ’s partner law schools
- Career goals after college:
- I plan to be a lawyer and maybe in the far far future have my own law firm
- Favorite part of your high school experience:
- My favorite part of Badin has been meeting my friends and joining clubs with them and having fun together.
- Favorite class at Badin:
- AP US Government
- Favorite Badin teacher:
- Mr. Seitz, he made learning the things in his class interesting and more engaging than simply sitting in a seat and listening to lectures. He helped to introduce me to one of my favorite hobbies, that being D&D. Finally, he helped me to know what I want to be when I grow up, though not directly, but by showing me that I love learning about history and the government, which the law is the perfect mixture of.
- Favorite event/experience at Badin:
- Kairos
- Extra-curricular Activities & Awards:
- Table Top Gaming Club, Esports, Badin Claybusters
- Scholarships received:
- Merit Scholarship, cITe Chose Ohio First, Ohio Governor’s Merit Scholarship, Dean’s Scholarship (Mount Saint Joseph University)
- Colleges applied to:
- Mount Saint Joseph University, Liberty University, Xavier University, University of South Carolina
8 members of the Class of 2025 are majoring in fine arts in college:
- Elizabeth Carruthers Denison University for Studio Art
- Ellie Cochran Miami University for Fashion Design
- Elizabeth Debbane University of Cincinnati for Communicative Design and Media
- Michelle Garcia Miami University for Fashion Design
- Ava Geiger Ohio University for Graphic Design
- Claire Mazes Broadway Dance Center in NYC
- Bud Miyahara University of Cincinnati DAAP for Interior Design
- Mia Siefert Miami University for Art Education
A total of 28 student-athletes from Badin’s Class of 2025 have signed to play sports in college:
Athletic Signings for the Class of 2025
Baseball
- Kyle Anderson Ohio Northern University
- Kade Bowling Southern Wesleyan (S.C.) University
- Evan Grammel Bluffton University
- Ryan Holderbach Ohio Northern University
- Chase Luebbe Lincoln Trail College
- Chase Maggard Thomas More (Ky.) University
Football
- Jake Baker Trine (Ind.) University
- Ethan Kent Centre (Ky.) College
- Royce Rachel Ohio Dominican University
- Maccah Samples Trine (Ind.) University
- Tristan Tincher Mount St. Joseph University
Men’s basketball
- Cooper Ollis Mount St. Joseph University
Men's soccer
- Rowan Brown Marietta College
- Noah Ellis Mount St. Joseph University
Men’s track and field
- Dylan Fleckenstein Thomas More (Ky.) University
Men’s volleyball
- Evan Strong Olivet Nazarene (Ill.) University
Rowing
- Becca Kraft University of Alabama
Softball
- Erica Kuhnash-Westerbeck Wittenberg University
Women’s basketball
- Gracie Cosgrov Ohio Dominican University
- Ashley Pate Anderson (Ind.) University
Women’s soccer
- Macey Blanton Northern Kentucky University
- Elizabeth Birri Oakland City (Ind.) University
- Abby Mathews Austin Peay (Tenn.) University
Women’s tennis
- Caroline Boyle University of Dayton
Women’s Track and Field
- Naomi Samples Wright State University
Women’s volleyball
- Luci Heid Northern Kentucky University
- Olivia Schmidt Wright State University
- Jazmine Starks Lincoln Memorial (Tenn.) University