PGN at Penn State
PGN is a professional development organization for all majors.
We are one of the largest co-ed professional development organizations in the U.S. We pride ourselves on our three pillars: Professional, Social, and Philanthropy. With over 150 members in our chapter, you are sure to find a family at Penn State.
Fall 2025 Recruitment Dates
BFC Mixer
Thursday, September 11th
6:00-10:00 pm
Business Building
Brother Mingle
Wednesday, September 17th
7:45-9:00 pm
Westgate 201
Speed Dating
Monday, September 15th
7:15-8:30 pm
Freeman Auditorium
Resume Review
Thursday, September 18th
7:30-9:00 pm
TBD
What We Offer
Real-World Experience
PGN members have the opportunity to apply the skills they learn in the classroom to real-world projects, running an organization, managing people, and navigating situations that will better prepare them for transitioning to the workplace
Community of Mentors
At PGN, we are devoted to each other and driven to success, meaning you have mentors for life - ready to help you throughout your career
Industry Diversity
PGN accepts all majors to ensure that we are reflective of the demographics and skill sets of today’s businesses. Most importantly, this allows us to prepare future leaders across verticals with the skills needed to succeed.
Where We Work
Diverse majors translate into diverse career paths. Check out where our alumni are located
#1 General Organization
THON Fundraisers 7 Years In A Row!
This year we raised nearly $270,000 for THON, a student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Thank you to everyone that donated!
Meet Our Leaders
Connor Kaczmarek
Chapter President
MAJOR: Risk Management
Matteo Vitale
External Vice President
MAJOR: Management
Rachel Burton
Internal Vice President
MAJOR: Biology
Bryn Cravener
Vice President of Communications
MAJOR: Business
John Sipling
Vice President of Finance
MAJOR: Finance
Gary Saitta
Vice President of Risk Management
MAJOR: Finance and Accounting
Dan Scoffone
Vice President of Membership
MAJOR: Finance
Assistant Vice Presidents of Membership - Kaitlyn Taylor and Connor Casten
General Standards - Patty Hennessey and Ava Krakower
Professional Development Chair - Ava Watson
Inclusivity Chair - Chris Suh
Philanthropy Chair - Nate Eskinder
Chapter Relations - Brielle Mark and Michael Casey
Public Relations - Paige Crunkleton
Wellness Chair - Andrea Hamilton
NIB Educator - Finn Cooney
Alumni Relations - Odessa Dando
Recruitment Team - Abi Schlosberg, Stella Ruane, Dean Gunning, Bria Bair
Primary THON Chair - Liam Gallagher
THON Morale Chairs - Ryan Smith and Julia Cornish
THON Finance Chairs - Alyssa Seavey and AJ Helveston
THON Outreach Chair - Mia Muro
THON Corporate Outreach Chair - Julia Susann
Social Team - Andrew Aguila, Alexis James, Carter Murray, Abi Schlosberg
Parents Weekend Chairs - Paige Crunkleton and Andrea Hamilton
Homecoming Chairs - Lilly Patterson and Carter Murray
Merchandise Chair - Aaron Soriano
Athletic Director - Jake Zippler
Meet Our Sponsors:
We recently added corporate sponsors to gain funding towards our professional development, philanthropic, and brotherhood events. Contact us if you’re interested in being a sponsor at pgncorpsponsor@gmail.com