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Online Master's Ambassadors offer valuable insights for navigating class, studying, and excelling in an online learning environment, while balancing professional and personal commitments.
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Alumni Ambassador: Vanessa I. Sancho
Location: Huntingdon Valley, PA
Employment: Regional Sales Manager, JAFRA Cosmetics (Direct Sales & Leadership Development)
Undergraduate degree and University: Business Administration, Penn State University
Hobbies: Reading leadership and personal growth books, hiking, and exploring new music.
Program(s): Master’s in Marketing Analytics and Insights, Master of Business Administration (MBA), graduate certificates in Marketing Analytics, Business-to-Business Marketing, Business Management Foundations
Status in programs: Graduated Spring 2025; currently enrolled in MBA program.
Favorite graduate course: MBADM814: Leadership Communications and Change Management
Why I chose Penn State: I chose Penn State for its world-class reputation, strong faculty, and commitment to developing business leaders who can think strategically and lead with impact.
What advice would you offer to new or prospective students? Your habits and daily decisions determine your trajectory. Small, consistent steps lead to big results, both in education and in life.



