As an arts administration major at Viterbo University I was given hands-on opportunities that formed the skill set I needed for professional internships. This program offered me the knowledge and experience that allowed me to secure a career in a field that I had always been passionate to work in. The education gained at Viterbo goes far beyond textbook learning and gives you the applicable experience the profession is looking for.”

I realized right away that my education was going to be very extensive and thorough. Viterbo offered music classes that many other universities didn’t and my piano instructor was impressive as both a performer and a teacher. He was a great fit for one-on-one instruction with me.”

I feel that my education at Viterbo has prepared me quite well for real-world experiences. When I attended my classes I always felt like I left with something valuable to put toward learning the next day or teaching in my clinical experiences. There are many schools out there who are willing to offer you a wonderful education, but Viterbo offers something more. Visit Viterbo, set up a tour and see for yourself—you will not be disappointed.”

Viterbo offered me a diverse variety of musical experiences that fostered the talent needed for my work with Chanticleer where I had to be proficient in all musical styles and genres. Some of these experiences at Viterbo included Concert Choir, opera productions, solo competitions such as NATS, and also through a cappella group and barbershop styles. I have always been very driven in my own career, and Viterbo's smaller campus, classroom sizes, and close, personal relationships I formed with professors fostered my work with my company Choral Tracks.”

Viterbo prepared me not only for my professional career as a theatre teacher, but it also opened up my eyes to other cultures and countries—whether it be from analyzing a character in a play, or from the variety of experiences the professors have to share. Viterbo helped foster my confidence, passion for teaching, and also the desire to challenge and improve myself.

Being able to work with professional faculty molded me and truly prepared me as a professional actor. I was also encouraged to be the actor/singer/dancer I am, not the mold I should fit in. Numerous producers and directors have asked where I went for my acting training. I'm proud to say I went to Viterbo University.

My experience at Viterbo was very special. My training was not only thorough, but wide in scope. Today, a career in opera requires not only excellent singing, but serious acting skills as well. I chose Viterbo based upon the strength of the theatre program as well as the small class sizes. Viterbo provided not only a great training program for actors and singers, but opened me to many learning experiences that have enriched me as an artist.

My favorite thing about being a psychology major at Viterbo was the abundance of opportunities for growth as an individual and as a learner. The professors encouraged individual exploration and related this to our learning within the classroom.”

What I liked best about Viterbo were the small class sizes and the close relationships I had with my advisor and the social work faculty. I was able to sit down with my advisor and develop an academic plan. That made me comfortable and confident in the direction I was going and in my ability to succeed.

At Viterbo, I learned that leadership does not just happen because of a title or appointment. The community respect for service and philosophy shaped my perspective on my purpose and on the value of quality work. I became an even stronger advocate for progressive values and social change.