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Housing and Residence Life
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EXPERT IN RESIDENCE FROM APRIL 13-18
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Seth earned a degree in Management Information Systems from Ohio University in 2014. During his junior year, he launched Rapchat, a social music platform that has since empowered over 15 million creators worldwide to make and share their own music. As founder and CEO, Seth has worn every hat—from writing code and designing the product to raising over $7M in venture funding and leading the team.
Today, he's focused on growing the community, launching new products, and exploring how AI will reshape the way startups operate.
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| From Dorm Room to Startup |
APRIL 13 | 7-8:30 P.M. | ALDEN LIBRARY CO-LAB
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Rapchat began as a dorm room idea here on OHIO's campus before growing into what it is today. Spend an evening with CEO and founder Seth Miller as he shares his passion for entrepreneurship, tech insights, and tips for turning an idea into a successful business.
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| Hackathon: What Will You Build? |
APRIL 14 | 2-5 P.M. | BOYD 160 (THE DEN)
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A groundbreaking new business model? A better way to learn? Something that helps your community? Bring your ideas to the Hackathon to work with Seth and other student entrepreneurs in developing your ideas into something great. No Experience Needed.
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Seth will be holding office hours in The Den (Boyd Hall 160). Students can sign up for one on one conversations to ask questions, seek advice, or learn more about careers options and routes.
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If you’re a student interested in entrepreneurship, technology or startups, don’t miss the chance to connect with Seth. He launched Rapchat while at OHIO, which is now used by over 15 million creators. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn from his experience.
Email Jacob Hesse (hesse@ohio.edu) by 12 p.m. on April 14 to coordinate details.
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THE EXPERT IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM |
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The Expert in Residence program connects Ohio University students with accomplished alumni, executives, and industry leaders from a wide range of fields.
Launched by Housing and Residence Life in partnership with the Honors Tutorial College, the program brings real world expertise directly into the residential and academic experience.
Experts in Residence engage with students through hands on experiences that complement classroom learning and support professional growth, offering direct access to insights, mentorship, and career pathways.
Learn more about the program or nominate someone to be an Expert in Residence via the Expert in Residence website.
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