Cecil Walters, director for the Office of Multicultural Student Access and Retention, has been described by his coworkers as both “welcoming” and “professional.”

This week at Ohio University I've been photographing primarily portraits as well as sporting events. Shooting portraits has taught me about new lighting techniques and also helped me to get comfortable posing subjects. Here's some of my favorite shots I've taken recently.

Jack Skillman drives up field while Anthony Kisiday runs to two-hand tap him out during club rugby practice Tuesday, September 24, 2013 held at a field on South Green.

Scott Robinson drives around Jack Skillman during club rugby practice Tuesday, September 24, 2013.

Ohio University wide reciever freshman Skylar Schwarzel poses for a portrait in Peden Stadium on Tuesday, October 1, 2013. Schwarzel is an Athens native and played football at Athens high school, his father is also a referee in the Big Ten conference.

Ohio University offensive lineman red shirt sophomore Mike McQueen sits for a portrait on the bleachers of Peden Stadium on Tuesday, October 1, 2013. McQueen is a starter at Ohio University, but didn't start playing football until late in his high school career.

Central Michigan University forward junior Laura Gosse heads the ball while guarded by Ohio University midfielder sophomore Leah Sandercock during the game held at Chessa Field on Sunday, September 29, 2013. Central Michigan University defeated Ohio University 2 - 1. 

Ohio University forward sophomore Holly Harris battles for control of the ball against Central Michigan University defender senior Estee Outcalt. 

Ohio University defender junior Gabby Hausfeld guards Central Michigan University forward senior Nicole Samuel.

Ohio University midfielder junior Annie Beard heads the ball while she competes against Central Michigan University forward senior Nicole Samuel.