Meet the Bishops: Get to know a little about Ruthie Silberman of the Ohio Wesleyan women's tennis team.
Class Year: 2022
Major: Early Childhood Education
How/Why did you choose Ohio Wesleyan?
I chose Ohio Wesleyan because they get you working with kids in the classroom right away. I also wanted to play tennis.
How/Why did you choose your major?
I've had a variety of jobs working with kids in the past, such as a teacher's assistant in a preschool classroom and babysitting, and I love helping kids learn!
What is your number one goal, personal or team, for this season?
My number one goal for this season is to play the best I can and to know I put in my best effort.
Why did you choose to compete in sports at Ohio Wesleyan?
I chose to compete in sports in college because I competed in sports throughout high school and I wanted to continue that.
What are your strengths as an athlete?
My strengths as an athlete are my strategy and endurance.
If you could have a super power, what would it be and why?
If I could have a super power, I would want invisibility or the ability to fly.
What is your theme song?
My theme song would be Sit Next to Me by Foster the People because that song has good vibes and is super catchy!
What movie or TV show would you like to star in and why?
I would like to star in Drake and Josh because that show is a classic.
If you were to switch places with another athlete at OWU, which sport, besides your own, would you like to be playing?
If I could play another sport at OWU, I would play soccer!
by Erin Ross '20