Though going back to college has offered Rohn a new set of challenges, he says he feels at home here at Penn State, thanks to Ability Athletics and other University resources that have helped him each step of the way.
"At every turn, I get support from the University," he said. "I don't think I could get a better opportunity anywhere else."
The drive to succeed
Over the past few years, Rohn has had success in national and international competitions, particularly in throwing events like shot put and discus. From the Invictus Games, held in London last summer, he brought home gold medals in shot put and discus and a silver medal in sitting volleyball.
But Rohn had to work through a number of challenges to get to where he is today. When he first started competing in the Warrior Games after his amputation, he wanted to be a runner.
He eventually found his niche elsewhere, however: in throwing.
"It's simple but complex at the same time," said Rohn. "Unless you do it, you don't have an appreciation for how technical and difficult it is."