Alumnus at Penn State Behrend
Class of 2023
Current: Erie, PA
Hometown: Coudersport, PA
Major: Finance
Secondary Major: International Business
I chose Behrend because it has a great business program, and it is the only PSU campus where you can get an International Business degree. Also, in the Black School of Business, you can easily double major with any two business degrees due to the convertibility of business classes across multiple majors. Behrend is also a really beautiful campus and is very spread out compared to campuses with similar populations.
My most memorable Behrend experience is giving potential high school students tours every week and during open houses. Honestly it is my favorite thing about Behrend and my favorite extracurricular activity on campus!
Incoming students should get involved as soon as they can. Join clubs, organizations, and take every opportunity you get. Go to career fairs, get that internship early, and apply for every scholarship you can. Also, never be afraid to talk to professors, upperclassmen, or industry professionals. Everybody at Behrend wants to see you succeed!
My favorite location on campus is the Burke Center because most of my classes are in there and it is a really beautiful building. It also feels really modern, and reminds me of a company's corporate headquarters.