Hannah Osborn '25 leaves her mark on campus
Majors: Inclusive Early Childhood/Childhood Education and Psychology
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| Nazareth President Beth Paul is excited as we get ready to speak to the incoming Class of 2028 at Convocation! |
Best experiences in college?
My time at Nazareth has shaped who I am today by giving me the opportunity to take on leadership roles and make a tangible impact on campus. As president of the Undergraduate Association, I was able to implement initiatives like naming Phil’s Pizza Parlor, securing five food delivery drop-off boxes outside residential halls that will be put up at the end of this semester, and introducing street signs to promote safety. But the most rewarding part of my experience was connecting with students from various clubs and organizations, learning about the incredible work they’ve done, and being part of a community that truly values collaboration and positive change.
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To address a problem of deliveries to wrong locations, I worked with partners across campus to make it easier for students to receive food orders. |
What’s next?
I’m pursuing my inclusive education specialty master’s degree at Nazareth with an annotation in students with severe and multiple disabilities. Alongside my coursework, my goal is to secure a clinical assistantship, where I can gain hands-on experience while conducting research in school districts about how they support students with disabilities, while continuing to teach.
What are you most looking forward to in your life’s work?
I’m most excited about getting into my own classroom and applying the essential pedagogical techniques I’ve learned at Nazareth to support and teach students with severe and multiple disabilities. Nazareth has equipped me with both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.
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| Figure skating at the Colonial Classics synchronized skating competition, while a full-time student. |
Lessons learned?
The biggest lesson I’ll take with me from my time at Nazareth is that you can do hard things. Pushing myself out of my comfort zone and embracing challenges transformed my experience here, making it more meaningful. Whether it’s joining a club you’re nervous about or trying out for a team you think you might not make, taking on those difficult opportunities will always lead to growth and success. For me that was joining the Undergraduate Association as a junior and eventually becoming the president of the Undergraduate Association.
Who’s had a great impact on you?
The Student Engagement and Leadership staff have had a tremendous impact on me during my time at Nazareth. From the very beginning, they welcomed me with open arms and provided consistent support through one-on-one guidance, leadership development workshops, and collaborative planning meetings. They helped me grow both personally and professionally by challenging me to step outside of my comfort zone, take on new responsibilities, and embrace my voice as a leader. I was able to develop essential leadership skills and forge lifelong friendships with the incredible people I met while working in this area.
