Class of 2026: Ready to Launch!
Jake Dean, Furman University
Jake Dean graduated from Olentangy Liberty High School. He will be attending Furman University in South Carolina while majoring in government. Jake started pursuing the field because of his intrigue with what occurs in Washington, D.C.
His future ambitions are to attend law school and become a lawyer while raising a family and giving his kids a good life. Jake advises future graduates to seize every moment of your senior year.
William VanZwieten graduated from Olentangy Liberty High School. He will be attending Miami University while majoring in finance. Will has always been fascinated with how some ideas build empires while others fizzle out overnight.
Will stressed how the difference isn’t creativity and that the problem lies within finance. "Some of the most creative minds form amazing ideas just for them to never become a successful reality" Will said.
He has always aspired to be someone who can transform an idea into a thriving and continuously growing company. While trying to identify who makes a difference in this realm, Will discovered his passion for finance.
He wants to achieve success enough to do philanthropic activities. Will advises future graduates to pursue everything and go to bed fully spent everyday knowing that you put everything out there.