By: Andrew Jackson
Pompeo Mazzella, a first-generation college student from Connecticut, reminisced with us about his three years here at Ohio State with a touching re-telling of his story. He originally applied to the top 10 business schools in the nation but immediately realized that Ohio State was the place for him when he got to campus. “I could feel the pride of every other student in being a Buckeye,” Pompeo recalled.
Throughout his three years he has definitely made an impact on campus, from membership in the Mount Leadership Society to being a Fisher Ambassador. He even has a three-step plan to give back to Ohio State during his fourth and final year in order to leave a legacy. First, Pompeo is serving as Marketing Co-Chair for the Major Campus Events Committee (MCEC), marketing for impactful events such as Homecoming and the Student Involvement Fair. Secondly, he wants to ensure that the Fisher College of Business is able to recruit great new students, not only because it is a top business school, but because Ohio State is capable of producing the best authentic, genuine business minds. Lastly, Pompeo wants to give back to his scholarship program: the Morrill Scholars.
It was clear that Pompeo had reflected on his journey at Ohio State as he answered our deeper questions about his passions and drive. So what was the one question that stumped him? Naming a favorite spot on campus. With iconic locations like the Ohio Union, the RPAC and Browning amphitheater, it’s hard to pick just one. But Pompeo finally narrowed it down and shared that he loves the Oval. “Watching people throw a Frisbee, run or sit on a blanket with friends shows everyone another side to Ohio State that reaches beyond the astounding academics for which we are known.”
Pompeo interned this summer with Grant Thorton in Chicago, helping advise companies in difficult circumstances. The experience was right up his alley, as he is a double major in both accounting and economics. When asked the three words that best describe him, Pompeo selected strategic, analytical and futuristic. With those descriptors, it’s no wonder that he snagged an internship at the 6th largest accounting firm in America.
Remember Pompeo Mazzella – it might just be the name of a CEO of a Fortune 500 company someday.