Richard and his Nittany Lion shrine. Academic support resource coordinator Richard Brungard’s desk has a special area for his Nittany Lion pride. The corner has a photo of the Nittany Lion shrine taken by former academic adviser Jane Ireland, a wood carving of the words “Nittany Lions,” and a festive pom pom. We all know…
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Patty’s aquarium. Instructional production specialist Patty Gruneberg’s special item is a light up aquarium that used to be in her boys’ room before they “outgrew” it. She finds it soothing to watch since live fish are not allowed, and it fills the void. It also holds special memories of her life outside of the workplace.…
A small portion of Georgelle’s Sharpies. Academic adviser Georgelle Bilak-Crist has a love for Sharpie markers. She keeps hundreds on her desk to add some color and flare to her notes. As she says, “You never know when you’ll need a Sharpie!” We all know how important a workspace can be. In the “On My Desk”…
What is your role as Director of Academic Affairs for Graduate Programs for Penn State World Campus? I provide leadership and oversight to the rapidly growing portfolio of professional graduate degrees and certificates available to the global community through Penn State’s innovative online campus. Professional graduate degrees are the most rapidly growing sector of higher…
Meet John Haley, a member of the Student Enrollment Services team at Penn State World Campus since January 2011. Originally from southern Ohio, John has lived and worked in such places as Australia and Hong Kong. We are lucky to have him at World Campus! John’s Role Here at World Campus In Student Enrollment Services,…
National adult learner honor society Alpha Sigma Lambda (ASL) recently inducted Karen Pollack as chapter councilor for Pi Delta Chi, which is the University Park chapter of ASL. Pete Rubba, the past councilor, retired in June. Here are some of Karen’s thoughts on her hopes for Pi Delta Chi in the coming years and why…
Recently, we had a chance to sit down with Anita Colyer Graham, Penn State alumna and Manager of Access for Penn State World Campus to talk about accessibility at Penn State World Campus. Anita works to ensure Penn State World Campus is accessible to students with disabilities and has worked in distance education at Penn…