Bethany College Outcomes: Where Bethany Leads

WHERE BETHANY LEADS Real Paths.

Real Outcomes.

What does life look like after Bethany?

The graduates in these pages were sitting where you are not long ago. Same questions. Same ambitions. Same uncertainty about what comes next. They found that direction at Bethany, where a liberal arts education and the support of engaged faculty and a close-knit community helped them build the skills to adapt, think, and move forward with purpose. Now they are building careers, finding their footing, and doing work that matters to them.

These are real stories from graduates who turned their Bethany experience into something tangible. Not perfect paths. Not overnight success. Just momentum, direction, and opportunity shaped by the relationships and experiences you will see throughout these stories.

Start here. See where it can lead.

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RILEY FELTON ’23, M.ED. ’25

Leading from the Sidelines at 23 At just 23 years old, Riley Felton was named head coach of Bethany’s women’s volleyball program, becoming one of the youngest head coaches in the conference. A former team captain and championship-winning athlete, she transitioned quickly from player to leader. Riley credits Bethany’s close-knit community and faculty mentorship for shaping her confidence, leadership style, and ability to guide others. Today, she’s leading the next generation with the same passion that defined her time as a student-athlete.

“My time at Bethany was truly transformative.” - Riley

JOSEPH GRESCHNER ’13

From Bethany to the Operating Room Joseph Greschner built the foundation for his medical career at Bethany before going on to advanced training in podiatry, surgery, and orthopedics. Today, he is the owner of Greschner Foot & Ankle Specialists, providing care to patients across West Virginia.

He credits Bethany not only for preparing him academically, but for the relationships and experiences that shaped his discipline and long-term success. Even now, he stays closely connected to the Bethany community that helped launch his career.

“Bethany can take you anywhere in the world you would like to go.” - Joseph

JOSE IRAHETA ’21

From First-Generation Student to Senior Accountant Jose Iraheta arrived at Bethany as a first-generation college student navigating a new environment far from home.

Today, he is a senior accountant at Great Minds and a leader in nonprofit work. At Bethany, he found a community that supported him and pushed him to grow. Through his studies in accounting and finance, along with strong faculty support, he developed the confidence, communication skills, and critical thinking that continue to guide his career.

“Bethany was a foundation to who I am today.” - Jose

OLIVIA ZINN ’24

On Air Before Graduation

“That experience changed everything.” - Olivia

Just weeks after graduating, Olivia Zinn stepped into her role as a morning anchor and reporter at WTOV9, co-anchoring “News9 Sunrise.” Her career started before she even received her diploma, balancing nearly 30 hours a week in the newsroom while still a student at Bethany. As a communications and Spanish double major, she credits the College’s flexibility and close faculty relationships for helping her build the skills and confidence to succeed in a fast-paced industry. For Olivia, getting real-world experience early made all the difference.

NATE MARKO ’19

Turning Passion into a Coaching Career Nate Marko turned his passion for baseball into a career as a hitting coach at Youngstown State University. As a student-athlete at Bethany, he balanced academics, athletics, and leadership opportunities that prepared him for the demands of coaching. He credits hands-on experiences, mentorship, and the College’s close-knit environment for helping him develop the discipline and leadership skills he now brings to his players every day.

For Nate, Bethany was where his passion found direction.

“Coaching baseball is a blessing and a privilege.” - Nate

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