Alumni Spotlight - Ryan Tyler '23/M'25

The Bobcat Bulletin Alumni Spotlight highlights alumni who give back to Frostburg in some way – time, talent, treasure or any combination. This edition of Bobcat Bulletin features Ryan Tyler '23/M'25. 

Current City: Frostburg, Md. 

Current Occupation: Assistant Athletic Trainer, Frostburg State University

Why did you choose to attend FSU?

I chose the school because of the Combined 5 Year Exercise Science Bachelor’s plus Athletic Training Master’s Program.  

What is your favorite memory as a student?

Being able to begin working with various athletic teams as a student in the program.  

Which faculty and/or staff member influenced you as a student?

Dr. Jackie Durst ‘06 

What advice would you give to a student currently studying your major?

You will not know everything right away. Do not stress out about knowing everything immediately.  

Why do you give back (time, talent and/or treasure) to FSU?

Because it gave so much to me and I feel its right to give back to a place that gave me so much.  

Tell us about a class or activity at FSU that has had a surprising effect on your life?                 

Playing on the Men’s Lacrosse team – working as a team and it is okay to make mistakes! 

What is a cause dear to your heart?

Be the Match  

What do you do for fun?

Hike, workout  

What three words can you use to describe FSU?

Exciting, Memorable, and Home  

List any professional or personal accomplishments we can celebrate with you.

Participation in the Combined 5-year Exercise Science Bachelor’s plus Athletic Training Master’s Program while playing on the Men’s Lacrosse team.