During fall semester students nominate academic advisers for the annual Penn State Excellence in Academic Advising Award. Sponsored by the University Advising Council and the Office for Undergraduate Education, the award honors one faculty and one staff adviser who students feel have been especially helpful in teaching them how to navigate the University’s academic system, plan a fulfilling program of study, and learn to manage their own educational journey.
During fall semester students nominate academic advisers for the annual Penn State Excellence in Academic Advising Award. Sponsored by the University Advising Council and the Office for Undergraduate Education, the award honors one faculty and one staff adviser who students feel have especially helped them navigate the University’s academic system, planned a fulfilling program of study, considered co-curricular experiences and learned to manage their own educational journey at Penn State.
Shawnna Meyers (pictured) was hired before her May graduation largely due to the e-portfolio she created during her time in the shared Corporate Communication program.
Shawnna (center) and other members of Penn State Worthington Scranton's Blue & White Society, the student contingent of the Penn State Alumni Association, took a trip to Penn State University Park for All Hoops Day last November.
During her internship with the Penn State Community Relations Office, Meyers wrote a lot of articles for publication on the Penn State Worthington Scranton website.
Meyers (second from left) at a Penn State Worthington Scranton Toastmasters Club fundraiser event. The Toastmasters Club was created to help students conquer their fear of public speaking and prepare them for their future careers.
Paul Bucciarelli. vice president, senior sourcing manager for The PNC Financial Services Group in Pittsburgh and a member of the Penn State Shenango Advisory Board, spoke during commencement at Penn State Shenango.
