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Adam Herson

BA ’03, English

I chose my major because:
My parents always told me that "If you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life." I have always enjoyed reading and writing, so naturally, I chose English as my major!

My favorite memory of Ohio State:
Rushing the field with my roommates after Will Allen intercepted John Navarre's pass at the goal line as time expired to beat "The Team up North" 14-9, capping off a Big Ten Title. It eventually brought an undefeated season and the National Championship! (I can envision that moment like it was yesterday!)

The best part of my job:
There is a new challenge everyday! On a daily basis I get to negotiate contracts with our dealers, calculate risk, and analyze and implement ways to mitigate losses.

One word that best describes me:
Extravert!

The last good book I read:
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling. (I have read other books more recently, but this would be the most recent book that I would consider "good")

My favorite musical artist or band:
Kenny Chesney, Aerosmith, Green Day, Dierks Bentley

When I’m not working, I like to...
Golf, play basketball, bowl, play guitar

One person who influenced me:
My dad

The accomplishment I’m most proud of:
Being a graduate of The Ohio State University

Why I decided to attend Ohio State:
Ever since I can remember I wanted to be a Buckeye. No other university can offer the same resources and opportunity to their students! When you think back to your time at Ohio State you will realize you learned more about yourself then any subject you major in.

My favorite quote:
"You win with people." —Woody Hayes.

My advice/words of wisdom to current Humanities students...
Study and do the things that you love...if you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life!