Name: Danny Young

Occupation: School Counselor/Head Basketball Coach

Employer:  Shaker Heights City Schools

Name of High School: John R. Buchtel High School 1988 Graduate

Location (City/State): Akron Ohio

Name of College (1):  Hiram College

Location (City/State):  Hiram, Ohio

Name of College (2): Kent State University 

Location (City/State): Kent, Ohio

Name of College (3): Cleveland State University

Location (City/State): Cleveland, Ohio

Please state the reason(s) you are supporting Project GRAD Akron and raising funds for the scholarship fund. I grew up in Akron and Akron made me into the man I am today. There were a lot of great male role models that inspired me to be great. Its my job to give back to the Akron community.

Name of your favorite teacher and what made the person special to you:  Kathy Feather, Hiram College-she taught me how to manage and navigate my freshman year of college. She taught me the mechanics for college writing. She also taught me the discipline it takes for managing college reading.

What were some of your most enjoyable times in school?   Earning a spot in the HIram College Hall of Fame, Athletics.

Looking back over the years, what advice would you give to your high school self or college self? Surround yourself with good people, work extremely hard, and treat others how you want to be treated. Always keep God first in our life.

Favorite quote:  “You can’t be great without the greatness of others.” Nick Sirianni, the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles.

Anything else you would like to share or highlight:  Be strong! We are not here to play, dream or drift. We have hard work to do and  heavy loads to lift. Shout out to struggle for it is God’s gift. Be strong, Be Strong, Be Strong!