Born in Virginia, Terry Gasper was raised in the west African country of Ghana. His path to graduation with a sports management degree and minor in economics
As the rain gently fell on Marietta College’s picturesque campus, Terry Gasper (Woodbridge, Virginia) looked out over the sea of decorated caps and gowns with a mixture of pride, relief, and deep gratitude.His journey to Marietta College’s 187th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 4, had been an uphill battle strewn with obstacles. Still, through grit, determination, and an incredible support network, he earned his Sport Management degree with an Economics minor.
When Colin Campagne ’27 (Chillicothe, Ohio) talks about Marietta College to his friends and family, a smile immediately comes to his face.He describes Marietta's beautiful campus and surrounding community, the advantages of smaller class sizes, and being a part of a community that values him as an individual.
Marietta College held an event Thursday evening to educate the community on West African drumming and how it influenced America. The Marietta College Office