Hi, I'm Andrew. As an Ohio native and graduate of THE Ohio State University, I understand the traditions, the passion, and the pride that comes with being a Buckeye. By attending the Knowlton School of Architecture, I learned the complexities of design and the possibilities of inspiration. Like many students I made the occasional walk to High Street for eats, sacrificed time for stress relief at RPAC, paused to soak in the Oval, and pulled many all-nighters. But, I must say, seeing the Shoe rising behind Knowlton during my daily walk to class always thrilled me. It served as a reminder of the transformation that takes place as the seasons pass. The stillness of winter snow, the thaw of spring air, and that intoxicating fall breeze rustling through the trees, scraping the first leaf down the sidewalk.

     Fall. The time of year when you reach into your closet to pull out that special shirt, waiting patiently to unleash its pride. The one that exclaims I am Ohio, I am a Buckeye, and I am one of many. Once you ceremoniously slide it over your head to bear it upon your chest, your uniform, you are ready to join your weekend family on that eventful day where anything is possible; gameday. This is for those who have plunged into the lake. Who stroll the grove. Who parade the bridge, shuffle High Street, and see an oval as sacred ground. It has been said home is where you make it...nah, home made me.

By the way, I will not design nor sell any merchandise for that ENTIRE state up north. You're welcome.