"[Darayus] created innovative podcasts, interactive maps and stories for other projects that expanded beyond traditional sports reporting to integrate new media and social storytelling. This sets him apart from other student journalists I've worked with and even from others in the field.

The other element that sets him apart is his work ethic. He finished his final thesis project, an archival website that featured some of Ohio University's top teams and athletes, a month early. He worked consistently and feverishly to ensure the project was the best it could be ... He's generous and personable. He puts others first and is always polite, engaging, and considerate. He'll be an ideal teammate and collaborator."

"It was refreshing to see someone care as deeply as he did for the development of his team. I would love to have more coaches like Darayus for all of my teams. The way he connected with the players was really exceptional ... He will be a great coach someday."

"In my 15 years of teaching across four universities, I can say without hesitation that Darayus is one of the most impressive students I have ever had the honor of mentoring—undergraduate or graduate ... He is consistently ahead of deadlines, deeply researched, and extraordinarily polished in his work. His intellectual curiosity is matched by his professionalism, humility, and kindness—he is genuinely one of the most courteous students I have ever encountered. Every semester, without fail, he would reach out to thank me for my support and wish me well on the first day of class. He completed assignments early so he could apply feedback and elevate his already-strong work to an even higher level."

"I have seen Darayus coach sessions and presentations with incredible organization, as well as excellent communication skills that were clear and concise. His attitude towards engaging to perform well in everything he does is surrounded by his drive to perform to the expected standards given to him—which is something that bodes well for his future, as he is persistent in achieving success."

"Darayus quickly distinguished himself as one of the most outstanding hires of the year (2025), consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and a strong work ethic. From the outset, Darayus showed an impressive ability to to learn and adapt. He quickly became proficient with the MLB Guest Pass system, a critical component of our game day operations. His reliability and attention to detail made him a staple in our daily workflow, and his presence was consistently felt across key areas of our operation.

He handled a wide range of scenarios with composure and flexibility, always maintaining the highest standards of customer service. Whether assisting media personnel, batting practice guests, or player families, Darayus approached every interaction with courtesy, attentiveness, and respect." 

"Throughout his time with us, Sethna distinguished himself as a diligent and resourceful reporter, bringing with him a wide-reaching skill set and an eagerness to learn and grow. Sethna quickly became adept at working with sound, mastering the technical aspects of audio production to turn cut and copies, readers, voicers and wraps quickly on complex topics ... His interview skills are exceptional, and he consistently demonstrated a level of maturity and composure that is unusual even among more experienced reporters."

"Before I joined Scripps College of Communication as a full-time administrator, I served as a professor in the College of Business and Department of Sports Administration. It was during my time as a professor that I first met Darayus. He was a standout student in my Introduction to Sport Management class and would go on to be a standout student in other classes ... You can always count on Darayus to be humble and a team player. 

In addition, you can always count on Darayus to genuinely invest in relationships. For example, he made it a point to check in with me each semester during his college career. This included when we didn’t have class together. Darayus would often send an email asking me how I am doing and filling me in on what is happening in his life. Very few people his age do this. Even less act in a genuine nature like Darayus does."

"Darayus is a smart thinker, multitasker, problem solver as well as many other things. He is accountable to deadlines and skilled at working independently. At the same time, he is proactive about contributing to the team and collaborating with his colleagues.

I do not doubt that Darayus will excel in a full-time position. I can attest that he is an impressive, dedicated, consistent, and creative employee who supports his colleagues takes initiative and is an absolute pleasure to work with."

"Darayus is an extremely hard worker and always completes tasks quickly. He's always on-time and very communicative. When he doesn't know how to do something [or] needs help, he isn't scared to ask."