The People of Penn State
Welcome to the People of Penn State Podcast — the podcast from the Penn State Alumni Association that brings you the incredible stories of Nittany Lions making their mark on the world!
Each episode, a rotating cast of hosts sit down with Penn State alumni who are changing the game in business, science, sports, the arts, and beyond. You never know who you'll hear from next — but you do know it'll be a conversation worth tuning in for!
Podcasting since 2021 • 143 episodes
The People of Penn State
Latest Episodes
Episode 104–Prepare with Cher with Cheryl Nelson
In this episode, we talk with Emmy-nominated meteorologist Cheryl Nelson, ’02 EMS, about her journey from Penn State to national broadcast news and beyond.Cheryl shares why she almost didn’t choose Penn State (but is grateful she did!),...
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Season 6
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Episode 104
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Episode 103–A Story for Every Voice with Kennedy White
On this episode, we’re joined by Kennedy White ’23 Com, who has always known she wanted to use her voice to make a difference. Now a gift officer at Penn State, Kennedy combines her passion for communication with purpose-driven work ever...
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Season 6
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Episode 103
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18:45
Episode 102–Where Creativity Meets Community with Kassie Hilgert '97
On this episode of The People of Penn State podcast, we’re joined by Kassie Hilgert ’97 Com, President and CEO of ArtsQuest, one of Pennsylvania’s largest nonprofit arts organizations. Kassie shares her unique journe...
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Season 6
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Episode 102
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25:59
Episode 101–Making a Social Impact with Mohan Sivaloganathan
Welcome to season 6 of The People of Penn State podcast!On this episode, we chat with Mohan Sivaloganathan, who earned a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 2005 and an MBA in 2007.Known as the “Batman of social impact,” Mohan is a leade...
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Season 6
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Episode 101
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34:08
Episode 100–The Symbol of Our Best with Mason Reber
It’s our 100th episode! For five seasons, Penn Staters have shared their stories, inspiring past, present, and future generations. We’ve heard from alumni making an impact across every industry, and as our network surpassed 800,000 living alumn...
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Season 5
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Episode 100
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30:06
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