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
Brennan Campbell
Vice President of Membership
MAJOR: Finance
Tom Vinansky Assistant VP of Membership
Ryan Meehan General Standards
Stella Ruane General Standards
Sierra Alamia Chapter Relations and Wellness
Sam Johnson Chapter Relations
Cody Steiert Inclusivity
Maddie Trimmer Public Relations and Recruitment
Kayla McCarte New Member Educator
Morgan Sadlowe Professional Development
Jake Zippler Athletic Director
Ava Watson Alumni Relations
Alyssa Seavey Philanthropy
Chris Suh Merchandise
Patrick Courtney, Ryan Garvey, Payton Buffone, Dan Scoffone Social Team
Maddie Trimmer, Ryan Garvey, Kaylee Paulick, Anastacia Antonucci Recruitment Team
Mia Muro Parents Weekend
Maddie Morgan Parents Weekend
Kieran Meehan THON Primary Chair
Abby Schenk THON Outreach
Kaitlyn Taylor THON Morale
Maddie Newman THON Morale
Emily Gaddis THON Finance
Annie Peyton THON Finance
Lilly Patterson Assistant VP of Membership
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