As Seen On TV

C'26 | Biochemistry

I have had such a positive experience at Saint Vincent thus far that I wanted to audition for The College Tour to share my love for the school with others. Through my participation, I have grown to appreciate the unique opportunities Saint Vincent has provided me with even more. SVC’s episode showed me how different and wonderful other fellow students’ college experiences have been. I hope prospective students see the caring community at Saint Vincent when they watch the episode. Without my professors providing solid academics, encouraging me to pursue my career goals, and directing me to campus resources, I would not be in the position I am today. I am grateful for those who continue to support me, and I assure students planning to attend Saint Vincent that they, too, will experience a caring, committed, and accessible community.

C'22 | Communication

What motivated me to audition for The College Tour is the encouragement I received from my family, friends, and professors. When I first submitted the audition video, I was scared to tell my story because of how hard the journey was. But when I was informed that I would be one of the cast for the show, I saw it as a way to help the future students connect with my background. From the first moment I stepped on campus at Saint Vincent College, I was welcomed with open arms. Being a student athlete from Texas and traversing north helped me open my eyes to a whole new way of living. When I lived in Texas, there was a lot of adversity with not having a stable place to live. Hopefully, with me telling my story, future students know that they don’t have to feel alone and that there are always people there to help you at Saint Vincent College.

C'24 | Mathematics

I decided to audition for The College Tour for a couple reasons. I’ve loved my journey at Saint Vincent, and I thought it would be such a privilege to share that in a public way. Additionally, I have some experience performing on a stage, so I was interested in pushing myself out of my comfort zone by going in front of a camera instead. In doing so, I learned new skills, was introduced to great people, and engaged in enlightening self-reflection. I hope prospective students can see a fuller picture of what it is like to be a member of our community—something that can enhance their understanding of the reality of student life. When writing my segment, I aspired to capture my honest experiences and opinions, as I know the other participants did as well. From academics to student life and everything in between, I think that prospective students can get an authentic view of Saint Vincent by watching SVC’s episode of The College Tour. I hope that they will see the passion, motivation, and sense of community that the students on campus cultivate and understand that there is a place for them to thrive at Saint Vincent.

C'25 | International Business

Being involved as a servant-leader for my fellow peers has truly become who I am and what I take pride in doing. Having the opportunity to show potential Bearcats what it is like to be both a student-leader and student-athlete was vital. Looking back, my favorite part about being one of the selected student participants was the wait and anticipation of the big reveal of the entire production. I knew what many of the other participants’ topics were, but I didn’t quite know exactly what they would say. I think that is what made it special—we all wrote our own scripts for the world to hear. It was us students and alumni giving a glimpse of what it truly is to be a part of the Saint Vincent Community. With that, I hope that prospective students will see how beautiful the Saint Vincent Community is from the inside out. I hope that families will see that not only will their children get a phenomenal education but also have a lasting and impactful experience throughout their time here.

C'24 | English & Communication

What I thought was especially neat about The College Tour experience and the product we ended up creating was just how much carte blanche we were given regarding the script. After being paired with our most suitable subtopic like research or ministry, or mine, opportunity, we had complete freedom to erect our own individual scripts, catered to our own individual backgrounds and experiences. That nothing had to be filtered, fabricated, or forced shows, I think, that the college speaks for itself; we just happened to be the vessels through which our school’s story was told. I feel very fortunate to have been involved and am confident the authenticity will be palpable and attractive to prospective students.

C '23 | Communication

I auditioned for The College Tour driven by a belief that sharing my experience would inspire others. In my segment, I discuss taking a leap of faith in attending SVC and how it turned out to be one of the most transformative decisions of my life. This story in particular is meant to inspire prospective students who may have the same concerns or doubts that I had when deciding which college to attend. By sharing my journey, I hope to encourage and motivate prospective and current students at SVC to pursue their aspirations with no regrets.

C '24 | English

The College Tour was a big opportunity for me because I wanted to represent Saint Vincent College. I wanted to share why it feels like a second home. The best part about filming was hanging out with the crew. They were all so friendly and funny, and they helped calm my nerves about remembering lines. This experience helped me get better in front of the camera, and I hope more opportunities like this come my way. Being part of this was not just about filming; it was a journey that contributed significantly to my personal growth. It gave me valuable experience in front of the camera, and I’m looking forward to more chances to build on this skill. When future students watch our episode, I want them to feel the strong sense of community we have at Saint Vincent. Our episode truly emphasizes that community vibe—a big theme at our school. I want prospective students to understand that our stories and experiences are genuine. The smiles, being part of different groups, and making lifelong friends—that’s the authentic Saint Vincent College experience. I hope our episode gives them a real glimpse into the vibrant community waiting for them here.

C '26 | Marketing

First time being in front of a camera, first time looking right in the camera and telling my story, and first time seeing myself on a big screen. Getting out of my comfort zone was not an easy thing; overcoming anxiety and looking for support in other people— those are only some of the experiences that helped me to grow both internally and externally. Seeing that I can do all the things even if scared or uncomfortable made me realize that I can reach my goals if I put my mind to it. Being a part of The College Tour serves as a reminder for me to get out of my comfort zone more often. Making mistakes does not look scary anymore. On the contrary, I am proud of myself for self-improving so I can look back and see how much I grew. The College Tour gave so many valuable insights and lessons that I am excited to use in my everyday life.

C '24 | Theology

Being a part of The College Tour was great, but it almost didn’t happen for me. When I was at Fort Knox, Kentucky, conducting Cadet Summer Training for the military, it was nearly two weeks before I could check my phone. When I turned it on, I saw I’d received a ton of Outlook notifications about The College Tour. Our producers urgently needed me to send them a script of my own creation that same day. If not, I would have been re-casted for the show. I sent them the best I could offer in thirty minutes, and thankfully, I was able to be on the show.
If there is anything prospective students should think about when selecting Saint Vincent College, think about the tradition—understand it and soak it all in—be a sponge for what we are. Think of the community and the home that is Saint Vincent. This college is truly a community that runs deep in its Benedictine, Catholic roots, and it has shaped me into a man of God who is set on fire to pursue great and imaginative paths in life. My journey started with Saint Vincent, and the path has just begun.

C '25 | Marketing and Digital Arts & Media

When I was applying for college, I was choosing between a University of California school and one of the twenty schools I applied to for volleyball. The decision process was very difficult, and I chose Saint Vincent because of the Zoom calls with Coach Hozak and the virtual tours I attended from my room in California. I hope that with The College Tour, more students from out of state, especially athletes, can gain more insight and choose Saint Vincent just like I did. I would have loved to have had this resource available when I was trying to find out more information about each school I was applying to. SVC’s episode really delves into what prospective students would be looking for, from admissions to campus life. I think my section on athletics will help prospective students get the sense of community that Saint Vincent strives for in the Athletic Department. Above all, I hope that prospective students will be able to make the best decision for themselves and that The College Tour’s episode on Saint Vincent can guide them.