Stories Archive
Every year, Weber State students work hard to achieve their goals. Many go on to become inspirational alumni who continue to strive for excellence. These stories highlight just how brilliant our community is.
Patrick Luo
Athletic Therapy

A WSU grad/high-achieving student who learned to prioritize his mental health, not just academic success.
Read Patrick's StoryTawna Halbert
Dance Education

Weber State alum uses dance to heal and unite.
Read Tawna's StoryTawnie Moore
Communication

Olympic dreams inspire area track coach.
Read Tawnie's StoryJC Sessions
Business

Attending WSU is a family tradition for the Sessions.
Read JC's StoryDaniel Wright Jr.
Communication

Family inspires graduate on and off the field.
Watch Daniel's VideoYuqi Liu
Business Administration

WSU grad turned recruiter receives Crystal Crest award for painting.
Read Yuqi's StoryCory Britton
Computer Science

First-generation college student goes from shy to successful.
Read Cory's StoryJennifer Morales
Engineering

A first-generation junior exemplifies International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Read Jennifer's story...Brian Maynard
Nursing

Family ties inspire nursing student’s journey to success.
Read Brian's StoryJanae Thomas
Construction Management

WSU graduate makes a name for herself in construction.
Read Janae's StoryPete Sands

Time Magazine honors WSU alumnus for volunteer work with the Navajo Nation.
Read Pete's StoryTimber Erickson
Geography

WSU senior takes his skills outside of the classroom to make Utah wildlife safer.
Read Timber's StoryKaren Valdez
Communication

Communication graduate goes above and beyond for local charity and receives award.
Read Karen's StoryMindy Robert
Nursing

WSU nursing student recognized nationally for developing an adaptive yoga course. Namaste for all!
Read Mindy's StoryRaul Torres
Criminal Justice | ROTC

From tragedy to triumph, death of a loved one compels student to complete education.
Read Raul's StoryAnna Robbins
Communication

Student returns to WSU over and over to further their education.
Read Anna's StoryShiyenne Yazzi
Radiologic Sciences

The WSU Radiologic Sciences Outreach Program is more than just an education for this student.
Read Shiyenne's StoryArmand Berry
Physical Education

Survivor inspired to pursue their dreams at WSU.
Read Armand's StoryTammy McCray
Communication

’CATapult Scholarship gets student to graduation day.
Read Tammy's StoryRodrigue Kissou
MBA

Student leaves Africa to find open arms and unexpected success at WSU.
Read Rodrigue's StoryYu-Jane Yang
Arts & Humanities

Keyboard studies professor honored by the Music Teachers National Association.
Read Yu-Jane's StoryGabi Butler
Spirit Squad

WSU's Spirit Squad sees a famous face.
Read Gabi's StoryGabriela Rosas Calderon
Education

Dreams of being a teacher become a reality thanks to Utah Jazz scholarship.
Read Gabriela's StoryShawn McGrath
Geology & Anthropology

Former Apache pilot majors in reinvention.
Read Shawn's StoryRomy Ingram
Community Education Center

WSU’s English as a Second Language program helps entrepreneur kickstart sewing business.
Read Romy's StoryAerial Martinez
Early Childhood/Elem Ed

WSU student puts it all into inspiring children.
Read Aeriel's StoryTori Schaffer
Science

Chemistry and forensic science make a perfect pair for this master’s student.
Watch Tori's VideoCamille Taylor
Communication

A WSU graduate is the top promoter of her home.
Read Camille's StoryDonna Dinette
Dental Hygiene

She pursued a life-long dream at age 51.
Read Donna's StoryJake Wadsworth & Ryan Holmes
Business

They had the confidence to launch a multimillion dollar company.
Read Their StoryAndy Truong
Communication

A budding makeup artist with Hollywood dreams.
Read Andy's StoryWilliam Ward
Art & History

A retiree reignites his passion for learning.
Read William's StoryMatthew Nicholaou
Medical Lab Sciences

This professor played an essential role in WSU’s COVID response.
Read Matt's StoryShardae Jones
Integrated Studies

WSU grad has a passion for helping others.
Read Shardae's StoryGiovanni Frias
Professional Sales

Weber State programs helps this student on "rollercoaster" to graduation.
Read Gio's StoryElaine Cope
Manufacturing Engineering Tech

This STEM advocate combined welding and sewing into a career.
Read Elaine's StoryPaige Stevens
Social Science Teaching

"All my professors... were happy to either help me get there or show me the way I could get it myself."
Read Paige's StoryXitlalli Villanueva
Microbiology & Sociology

Weber State student sees success on the Utah Board of Higher Education.
Read Xitalli's StoryGarrett Potokar
Professional Sales

A determined advocate and Weber State's first LGBTQ+ student senator.
Read Garrett's StoryArtem Koval
Computer Science

College not just a dream for Ukrainian immigrant at WSU.
Read Artem's StoryMadeleine Sorbonne
Zoology

This award-winning WSU student discovered her passion through hardship.
Read Madeleine's StoryDerek Jensen
Mechanical Engineering/p>

After active duty and deployment, a veterans program helped this student succeed and connect.
Read Derek's StoryRaqueal Andreasen
Criminal Justice

"College is an opportunity to do exactly what you want with your life despite the cards you’ve been dealt."
Read Raqueal's StoryLea Flinders
Elementary Ed

TAPT program helps nontraditional student reach her dreams of becoming a teacher.
Read Lea's StoryMatthew Castiana
Rehab Sciences

Weber State gave him the tools needed to become a successful athletic trainer.
Read Matthew's StoryZadoth Vazquez
Med Lab Sciences

A microscope changed her world.
Read Zadoth's StoryTyler Rupe
Athletic Training

This health professions student found himself and took chances.
Read Tyler's StoryTess Wunderlich
Med Lab Sciences

"Whatever you end up doing, even if you change your mind a million times, make sure it's something you love."
Read Tess's StoryReece Richardson
Radiologic Sciences

"My professors knew what I could do before I did, and they pushed me to do it."
Read Reece's StoryYuritzi Rosas Hernandez
Marketing & Economics

"I always knew I wanted to get my degree, I knew it would open doors, but I couldn't always see the path to get there."
Read Yuritzi's StorySharon Barner
General Education

This nontraditional student hit her stride and found success...on TikTok!
Read Sharon's StoryJericho Robbins
Elementary Education

"My family was always encouraging me on the path to teaching."
Read Jericho's StoryPatrick Ramsey
Creative Writing

Weber State taught him the importance of aligning his literary passions and community.
Read Patrick's StoryShelby Watchman
Computer Science

"I felt that I was very cared for and that I wasn’t left behind."
Read Shelby's StoryNorlito Ranchez Jr.
Chemistry

He hopes to be a forensic scientist, assisting with crime scene investigations and contributing to a safer society.
Read Norlito's StoryJasmyne Litanski
Master of Social Work

She hopes to use her talents to further serve organizations in the local community.
Read Jasmyne's StoryMandy Pellew
Nursing

"I can see that I’m making a difference in people’s lives."
Read Mandy's StoryTyler Brown
Automotive Technology

He aims to use the skills he’s gaining at WSU to pursue a career in the automotive field.
Read Tyler's StoryRuby Vejar
Political Science

Having experienced financial hardships, she’s passionate about helping students pay for college.
Read Ruby's StoryTrent Beutler
Respiratory Therapy

"I couldn’t pass up Weber State’s affordability and flexibility."
Read Trent's StoryLoryn Merrill
Health Sciences

"It has definitely stretched my abilities and I feel like I’m learning a lot."
Read Loryn's Story