Hometown: Cloverdale, IN

Degree: Ball State University, BS in Biology; Ball State University, MA in Student Personnel in Higher Education; University of Indianapolis, MA in Teaching

Hobbies: Running and Travel. Ryan has completed three marathons and over a dozen half-marathons around the country.

A word or phrase that describes me: Introspective

Favorite Book and Movie: Movies-Hoosiers or Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

Attending a taping of The Price is Right during junior year spring break, though he's still jealous that his friend got selected to go on stage.

Avoid selecting your college list based upon what your friends think or what bumper sticker might look impressive on your car.

The Indianapolis 500. Ryan has been attending the race since 1992. During the years of 2004-2012, Ryan had the opportunity to work as a pit lane official.