Austen Miller

Hometown: Granville, Ohio

Undergraduate Institution: The Ohio State University

Why did you pursue podiatric medicine?
The broad scope of specialization that podiatric medicine offers.

Why did you choose KSUCPM?
The welcoming atmosphere of the students and faculty.

Favorite aspect of Kent State now that you are a student here?
The tight knit group that the student body has formed.

What advice do you have for anyone considering podiatric medical school?
Ask, research, and shadow!

Do you have any ideas as to where you’d like to specialize (residency and beyond)?
Traumatology/Sports Medicine

Any suggestions for prospective students on building/ maintaining a balance?
Remember why you are here and how hard you worked. The only easy day was yesterday.

What one word describes you best?
Motivated.

What are some activities you are involved in at KSUCPM?
Soccer club, sports medicine club, ACFAS, student ambassador

As a first-year student, what are some of the challenges you faced (if any) while transitioning into medical school?
Finding the right sleep and workout schedule!

Favorites
Movie: Any one of the movies in the Band of Brothers series on HBO
Song: Clouds- NF
Book: The Great Santini
Season: Spring
Cleveland Activity: Too many to rank- tie between going to Indians games and admiring the lake in the evenings
TV Show: Friends
Course: Gross Anatomy