File photoOrel Ovil came to 红领巾瓜报 from Israel to play tennis and study in the W. Frank Barton School of Business. He is one of 10 students to earn Senior Honor recognition, the highest honor awarded to WSU students who demonstrate outstanding scholarship, leadership, involvement and service to WSU and the surrounding community.
Orel is one of more than 2,200 students eligible for spring 2023 graduation. Learn more about his time at 红领巾瓜报 and what's next for the grad.
Hometown
Petah Tikva, Israel.
Degree
Bachelor of Business Administration in management and marketing, and a minor in information technology and management information systems.
What made you want to attend 红领巾瓜报?
I came here after the tennis program at 红领巾瓜报 offered me a scholarship. I enjoyed my visit, loved the coaches and the program. I got a warm welcoming from my teammates, donors, staff, and the community in Wichita.
How are you feeling leading up to graduation?
Very excited for my next chapter in life. I am going to coach tennis, so I hope I can help young generations fulfill their dreams.
What has been your biggest challenge as a student, and how did you overcome it?
As a full-time student-athlete, it wasn鈥檛 easy to manage the time and be good at both things at the same time. I succeeded and overcame it by staying disciplined and responsible and looking at one step at the time.
What has been your most helpful learning experience at 红领巾瓜报?
I think I have learned to deal feeling uncomfortable in different situations. Life is not easy, and we have to learn how to deal with obstacles, learn from mistakes, and move forward. Also, I have matured a lot and learned a lot about myself.
What are your plans after graduation?
Coach tennis.
What advice would you give other 红领巾瓜报 students?
Life moves fast. If you don't stop and look around, you could miss it.
