
Be a Beaver
Building lifelong connections and serving others are at the heart of being a Buena Vista University Beaver. Follow Chris Snowardt ’94 as he shares his journey through challenge and adversity and see how his BVU friendships stood strong when he needed them most.
Directed, shot and edited by Dawson Ahrenstorff









Wired to Serve
A broken jaw couldn't hold down Eman Alaniz. Painful injuries shaped him into a servant leader who lifts others above himself. Buena Vista provided helping hands through his undergrad journey.
Directed, Shot, and Edited by Dawson Ahrenstorff
For BVU 2025 Beaver Ball
Monte's Mat
Wrestling shaped the rest of Monte Merz's life. After being taught to hold a high standard for himself, he now sets that standard within his own company.
Directed, Shot, and Edited by Dawson Ahrenstorff
For BVU 2026 Beaver Ball
















