Kennedy Aikey, BA '24

College
Law
Photo of Kennedy in her cap and gown

Next step: Law School, University of Cincinnati

Law school bound: Kennedy is off to law school at the University of Cincinnati in the fall. She engaged in multiple law internships in different practice areas while an ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ undergraduate, including at the ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ Law Legal Clinic, two private law firms, and the City of Lima’s Prosecutor’s office. “Through these internships I learned just how influential attorneys could be in people’s lives.â€

Photo of Kennedy on the stage in a dance pose

Excelling on all fronts: Additionally, Kennedy danced in theatre productions, welcomed students as an Orientation Leader, and led student organizations. “I squeezed in so many amazing experiences in my four short years at ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ. In my life, I hope I never stop learning. I think being curious is so important to finding happiness in life.â€

un-CAPP it!: As a fellow for ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ’s Institute for Civics and Public Policy (ICAPP), Kennedy co-hosted a political podcast called un-CAPP it! She researched interesting topics and connected with influential people across the country. “This podcast changed my life.â€

Behind every rising star: Two ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ mentors shaped the course of Kennedy’s ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ journey: Dr. Rob Alexander, professor of political science and ICAPP director, and Elizabeth Cozard-Howard, assistant professor of dance. “Dr. A was not just my professor; I really look up to him and he inspired me to do great things with my life. Liz was more than a dance teacher for me, she was extremely supportive in my academic endeavors.â€

Lasting friendships: Kennedy also treasures her ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ friendships. “I’ve never had a group of friends support each other as much as my ¿ì²¥ÊÓƵ friends do. These friendships have truly shaped my college experience, and I can say with certainty that I’ve found my lifelong friends in college.â€