I am Hilbert because…

Over the past several months, statements were collected from current students and alumni to be integrated into the new “WeAreHilbert” initiative. They were asked to complete the statement “I am Hilbert because…”. 

We were amazed by the stories that some folks shared!

Below are just a few of the favorite comments we received. Thank you to all of the faculty and staff of Hilbert College for giving our students an amazing experience here at Hilbert!

“the small class sizes and great friendships.” – Timothy Jordon ‘07

“the teachers give undivided attention.” – Donna Heaton ‘93

“the friendship of the teachers that I had.” – Jamie Bigaj ‘12

“small and family oriented with a friendly atmosphere.” – Angela Zak ‘11

“many opportunities that I wouldn’t have anywhere else.” – Kelly Penepent ‘12

“they continue to drive me to excellence.” – Michael Nero ‘11

“the Franciscan and Catholic education.” – Mary Rose ‘85

“they made me the person I am today.” – Krystyl Wachowski ‘12

“of the many career opportunities that are now available to me.” – James Reinhardt ‘12

“they encouraged me to further my education.” – Catherine Moran ‘10

“I love the sense of being part of the community and feeling the connection with the staff.” – Matthew Comerford ‘09

“I enjoyed the small school atmosphere and the one on one relationships with professors.” – Ginger Smathers ‘94

“they made continuing my education possible.” – David Ludlow ‘79

“Hilbert allows me to succeed.” – Aaron Senseney ‘12

“they are concerned about students and directed towards success of students.” – Patricia Jenney ‘80

“of the closeness and the very, very close feeling with the professors.” – Charles Nicholls ‘75

“of the close interaction of those teaching and those learning.” – Anthony Peter Furnari ‘09

“it gives you the opportunity to chase your dreams and lays down the foundation for your future, both with academics and faith.” – Glen Busch ‘05

“precious gems never fade.” – Amy Meisner ‘01

“between everything I learned as a student in the classroom to the staff, to all the opportunities I was given, Hilbert will always be a part of my life.” – Kerrie Bloom ‘08

“I became more than I could’ve ever imagined.  I had the support of a small nation here and I am and will be always be Hilbert.” – Autumn Lee Jeffries ‘ 07

“Hilbert is me!  It is not just a school – it’s a feeling.” – Debra Tredo ‘10

“I love being a part of a community that cares for one another.” – Miranda Smith ‘16

“someday I want to change someone’s life, like Hilbert is changing mine.” – Amber DeGroat ‘16

“Hilbert has influenced me to better myself and the community.” – Rachel Collier ‘15