DCS Pathways

Emerson graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2019. After high school, she double majored in Cinema and Educational Studies at Denison University. Next fall she is ready to attend Harvard where she will earn a Master's degree in Education in their Learning, Design, & Innovation Program. This episodes features the following topics: How seeking early opportunities to gain experience in less desi...

John graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2022 and is a local entrepreneur who founded Aziz Properties, LLC which specializes in managing short-term rental properties. John knew after two weeks of traditional college classes that he needed to pursue an alternative form of education that was more aligned with the goals he had set for himself. He redirected his focus, took advantage of online mento...

Dhaarini graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2021 and is in her third year at The Ohio State University where she is majoring in Biomedical Engineering and minoring in Computer Information Sciences. This episodes features the following topics: Dhaarini's experience as an OSU student who lives at home and commutes and how this allows her to save money and be more intentional when she is on campus...

Holly graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2022 and is in her second year at the University of Cincinnati where she is studying communication design in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP). This episodes features the following topics: How Holly was drawn to UC after learning about the university's co-op program from her older brother. The benefit of pairing the traditiona...

Ally graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2014 and went on to earn a degree in Kinesiology from Indiana University before entering Physician Assistant school at Ohio Dominican University. She is currently working as a hospital Emergency Room Physician Assistant in Chicago, Illinois. This episodes features the following topics: The roles and responsibilities of a Physician Assistant and the differ...

Zariyah graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2018 and went on to earn a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. She is currently working for Eli Lilly & Company as a Test Method Engineer. Tune in to hear how Zariyah's journey in the field of engineering landed her in an unexpected role with a leader in the pharmaceutical industry. This episodes features the...

Luiza graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2014 and is currently working for OSU Wexner Medical Center as a Senior Project Manager. She earned a degree at The Ohio State University in Public Health. Tune in to hear about how Luiza went from entering college as an undecided major to someone who loves what she's doing today! This episodes features the following topics: How Luiza felt about going to...

Kaushi graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2015 and is currently working for GE Aerospace as a Welding Engineer. She earned a degree at The Ohio State University in Welding Engineering. Tune in to hear about Kaushi's journey to landing in this unexpected and rewarding career field! This episodes features the following topics: The non-linear path that led Kaushi to where she is today and the impo...

Tyler graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2021 and is currently living in New York as a flight instructor. He spent two semesters at Miami University majoring in Business but then decided to switch paths. Tune in to hear about Tyler's journey to becoming a pilot! This episodes features the following topics: Tyler's journey and how he went from pursuing Biomedical Engineering, to Business, to Avi...

Noah graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2020 and is in his fourth year at Miami University, majoring in Biological Anthropology. This episodes features the following topics: The magic that can happen when students take advantage of office hours. Noah’s field experience in the Amazon Rain Forest where he studied primates in their natural environment. Some of the many career opportunities in the...

Himani graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2021 and is in her third year at Yale University, majoring in History of Science and Molecular Biology. This episodes features the following topics: The reality of the admissions process for highly selective colleges (hint: it's similar to the lottery system). Focusing on who you want to be as a person, feeling good when your actions align with your val...

Reid graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2019 and after graduating from OSU in 2023, he ventured out to Austin, TX to start a business. He is now the founder and CEO of a start-up business called Linkt AI. This episodes features the following topics: How Reid found his way to the Tech industry after originally selecting a major in Finance. Seeking free learning opportunities in areas of interest...

Corinne graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2021 and is in her third year at Brigham Young University, majoring in Microbiology. This episodes features the following topics: The early challenges of going far from home right after high school. Important factors to consider in the college decision process. Knowing when to ask for help and lessons learned from failing in the research lab. High scho...

Artemii graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2021 and is in his third year at Penn State University, majoring in Computer Science, Statistics, & Mathematics. This episodes features the following topics: Artemii's experience with the differences between educational systems in Europe vs. North America. Switching from majoring in Finance to Computer Science and Mathematics when he discovered it...

Ria Singhal graduated from Dublin City Schools in 2021 and is in her third year at Purdue University, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. This episodes features the following topics: A roadmap to landing desirable internships (spoiler alert: you have to be more open-minded in the beginning of this process) Going to an out-of-state college where you don't know anyone How she unexpectedly landed a l...

Amalia Rodriguez-Giusti is in her third year at The Ohio State University, majoring in Human Development and Family Science. She plans to pursue a Master's degree in Social Work and is excited to explore the many avenues related to that field. This episodes features the following topics: Time management and how it equates to less stress How Amalia switched from majoring in Psychology to Human Deve...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, Mount Carmel Health System. Tune in to hear from Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, Melissa Vazquez, as she shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand the many career options in the healthcare industry.

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, OhioHealth. Tune in to hear from Senior Advisor for Workforce Development, Mindy Sanford, as she shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand the many career options in the healthcare industry.

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, S&T Bank. Tune in to hear from Assistant VP of Employee Service Administrator, Melinda Gachette Freeman, as she shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand the many career options in the banking industry. Melinda shares how she went from studying justice studies in college, to workin...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, NetSteady, a local technology company specializing in technology integration solutions for companies all over the world. Tune in to hear from Founder & CEO, Chris Hutchison, as he shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand career options through getting their start in tech, regardle...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, MedFlight/MedCare Ambulance, an organization that specializes in emergency medical transportation. Tune in to hear from Recruitment Onboarding Coordinator, Aly Day Kiracofe, as she shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand career options in healthcare as she highlights the different ro...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, Eco Plumbers, a well known company in the area that specializes in heating, cooling, and plumbing services. Tune in to hear from Service Manager, Del Morgan, as he shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand career options in the professional trades industry. Particularly interesting, De...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, EASE Logistics, a well known company in the area that specializes in supply chain management. Tune in to hear from Senior Recruiter, Ashley Comstock, as she shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand career options in the field of supply chain management, a stable industry that other bu...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, Atlas Butler, a well known company in the area that specializes in heating, cooling, and plumbing services. Tune in to hear from Talent Acquisition Specialist, Jay Osborn, as he shares helpful information about how high school students and soon-to-be graduates can better understand career options in the professional trades industry. In particular,...

This episode features DCS Bright Futures employer, Dawson, a local staffing agency that specializes in helping people with job placement services. Tune in to hear from Workforce Development Manager, Chelsea Hinton, as she shares how Dawson can help students who are still looking for a plan after high school or who may be looking for an internship in event planning. As someone who has successfully...