Meet the Marshal: Business student marshal, Michael DeWolfe

Student wearing commencement regalia and smiling

Penn State Scranton's Business student marshal, Michael DeWolfe

Credit: Morgan Sewack

DUNMORE, Pa. — Penn State Scranton is highlighting the campus' student marshals who will lead their fellow graduates during the 57th commencement ceremony procession on May 10 at The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. In this series, we will feature students selected as marshals for their academic programs. Join us as we explore their academic journeys, insights and advice for future students.

Student Marshal: Michael DeWolfe

Major: Bachelor of Science in Business - Focus in Accounting

Q: What are your post-grad plans?

DeWolfe: Continue working at MMQ & Associates P.C. Working toward being a CPA (certified public accountant).

Q: What was your favorite memory at Penn State Scranton?

DeWolfe: Meeting lifelong friends and creating relationships with professors and peers.

Q: What was your favorite learning experience?

DeWolfe: Attending Adjunct Lecturer of Business Patrick Sheridan's Intermediate Accounting course.

Q: What experience prepared you the most for what is next?

DeWolfe: All of my courses prepared me for future plans. They helped to shape me into a better student, communicator and person.

Q: Who at Penn State Scranton has supported you and how?

DeWolfe: Adjunct Assistant Teaching Professor of Accounting Angela Bassani helped me to land an internship that turned into a full time position. She helped me every step of the way; especially by translating course material into work experience.

Q: Do you have any advice for incoming students beginning their Penn State journey?

DeWolfe: Focus on creating relationships with professors. Give everyone a chance and learn from them. Listen more than you speak. Finally, trust the process — taking things one day at a time. Everyone has a different path, and you should not feel stressed if you believe you are more "behind" than others. Trust yourself and everything will work out.

Meet the Marshal series

Stay tuned for as we continue to highlight our student marshals for their outstanding accomplishments. Each individual represents the dedication, talent and spirit of excellence that define the Penn State Scranton community.