Ryley Harlow
Ryley Harlow
Class Year
’17
Hometown
Chesterton, Indiana
Major(s)
Elementary and Special Education
Ryley Harlow came to Carthage to play football, but when he was injured his freshman year, he dove into the world of elementary and special education. “Student should consider my major because special education is fairly new to the education spectrum and needs more people geared toward it,” he said.
After graduation, Ryley hopes to teach special education in a high school, and coach football and wrestling.
“I chose Carthage to play football originally, but now after being here I’ve grown to love how diverse and free minded the people are here.”
Career goal
“I hope to teach special education in a high school and coach football and wrestling while furthering my education to one day become an administrator.”
How have Carthage faculty had an impact on your life or Carthage career?
“Witnessing Prof. Marilyn Ward’s love for literature led me to recognize that one’s love for print can create careers and opportunities.”
Favorite class
“My favorite classes at Carthage so far would be my Culturally Relevant Instruction (EDU 4282) course by Prof. Lara Christoun.”
Toughest class
“Western Heritage classes were my toughest so far, mainly because of the fact I did not enjoy the reading material.”
Opportunities at Carthage
“I have been to many different presentations and performances, but my favorite opportunity would be to take a class with more foreign students than American students.”
Scholarships
Favorite moments and memories at Carthage
“Favorite Carthage moments and memories would be hanging out with my friends doing everything or nothing.”
Favorite spot on campus
“My favorite spot on campus is the TARC. I enjoy being competitive in any way.”
Biggest surprise so far
“How much more you learn from being in the classroom than you do in the college class.”
What would your 8-year-old self think of you now?
“I think my 8-year-old self would be proud knowing that I continue to do everything in life with all my effort.”
Why should other students consider your major? What advice do you have for them?
“I would tell them to get as many experience/observation hours as they can. You learn the most in the classroom.”