Value of an Education

Before attending Kent State, von Tacky went to a private school in Evansville, Ind., where he played for the golf team.

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It was hard being so far from home, and he flew home all the time. It was nice to be able to fly home when he wanted, he says, but it was ridiculous for his parents to pay that expense.

Von Tacky says he never cared about his grades in high school because he always knew he had the family money to cushion him, and when he applied for the architecture program at Kent State, his application was denied — now, he says he wishes his parents pushed him harder to get good grades before college.

After spending time at college, he saw the importance of money and success. He looks at education as a fundamental part of his life now and works hard to stay focused.

“I was originally looking at majors that would make a lot of money,” von Tacky says, smiling. “But I’m artistic and musical, and I decided to do what I’m good at rather than what would make me the most money.”

“I was originally looking at majors that would make a lot of money.”

Richard von Tacky says he tried to make his son humble when it came to money and wanted to give him the same desire and drive as any other student.

“I always tell him he needs to get a job, and the rest will help him live comfortably,” Richard von Tacky adds. “I always say that the money he has is for retirement, and he needs to get a decent job to support himself.”

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