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Smeal Advisers
Below is a listing of advisers located in Smeal's Undergraduate Programs Office in 202 Business Building.
If you are a first-year student or a sophomore student at a campus other that University Park, you should refer to LionPATH to find out who your assigned adviser is on your campus.
Vision
To be a world leader in undergraduate business education by engaging, encouraging and empowering students
Mission
Develop innovative approaches to facilitate student growth, engagement, and academic success in a united, principled, and inclusive environment
Empower our team with equitable opportunity, life-long learning, and open communication in an adaptable and synergistic infrastructure
Questions
All Smeal-related questions should be sent to smealadvising@smeal.psu.edu.
Smeal Advisers
Anna Belpedio
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
M.S. Sports Administration, St. Cloud State University
B.S. Recreation and Tourism, Winona State University
Denise Campbell
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Coordinates and advises The Smeal Student Mentors
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program and New Student Orientation (NSO)
Jamie Campbell
Associate Dean for Diversity Enhancement
Responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of programs and policies affecting the recruitment and retention of diversity students
Adviser to the Council Of Multicultural Organizations (Black Male Leadership Symposium, Multicultural Business Society, National Association of Black Accountants, National Hispanic Business Association, Women In Business)
Advises undergraduate students regarding course schedules, study abroad, Academic Review, and inquiries into Smeal's major and minor requirements
PhD Workforce Education, Penn State University
M.A. Education, Central Michigan University
B.A. Sociology, Morehouse College
Julia Cutler
Director of Leadership and Professional Development
Advises undergraduate Sapphire Leadership Academic Program students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities and internships
Focus on professional, leadership, and skill development of Sapphire Students
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO) and Spend a Summer Day (SASD)
M.A. Counseling Psychology, Towson University
B.A. Psychology, The Pennsylvania State University
Donna Davison
Senior Supervisor
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program and New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.S. College Student Personnel Administration - Canisius University, Buffalo NY
B.A. Spanish & Sociology - SUNY Cortland, Cortland NY
Dina Druzbik
Director of Academic Affairs, Sapphire Leadership Academic Program
Directs and oversees advising for the Sapphire Leadership Program in Smeal Undergraduate Education
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day program, Accepted Students Program, and NSO
M.S. Counselor Education, St. John’s University
B.S. Pre-Law, St. John’s University
Lisa Edwards
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program and New Student Orientation (NSO)
Campus College Outreach Ambassador
M.Ed. Advanced Studies of Teaching and Learning, George Mason University
School Library Media Education Certificate, George Mason University
B.S. Secondary Education Social Studies, The Pennsylvania State University
Florencia 'Flo' Gercar Pepper
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program
Coordinates New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.P.S. in Human Resources and Employment Relations
B.A., Business, Universidad de Montevideo, Uruguay
Tom Hall
Academic Adviser
jth5660@psu.edu
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO) and Spend a Summer Day (SASD)
MBA, St. Mary’s College of California
B. A., Journalism, San Francisco State University
Alla Hatfield
Director of Engagement and Outreach
Directs and oversees advising and advising-related programs in Smeal Undergraduate Education
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extracurricular activities, and internships
Directs programming and implementation of Smeal Ethical Leadership Challenge (SELC), the Smeal Student Mentors, and Campus College Outreach activities, including the Ambassador Program, Link UP, and Change of College Meeting
Meets with prospective students and their families in addition to assisting with other recruitment activities.
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO).
M.Ed. Counselor Education, The Pennsylvania State University
B.S. Psychology, The Pennsylvania State University
Olivia Lewis
Student Advocacy Specialist, Diversity Enhancement
Advises Diversity Scholars and the undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities, and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities in conjunction with Undergraduate Education and the Multicultural Outreach Office in Admissions
Works closely with student support offices such as the Multicultural Resource Center, the Paul Robeson Cultural Center, Student Disability Resources, the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity and the Office of Scholars Programs to connect students with the appropriate resources
Collaborates with the members of the Administrative Council on Multicultural Affairs (ACMA) and the Council of College Multicultural Leadership (CCML) to develop and implement programs and curricula for the recruitment and retention of traditionally underrepresented students
Member of the Safer People, Safer Places Network for the LGBTQ+ community at Penn State completing the Foundations, Advanced and, Transgender and Gender Inclusion 101 workshops
M.A. Higher Education Administration, University of Nebraska -- Lincoln
B.S. Organizational Leadership, minors in Labor and Employment Relations and Sociology, The Pennsylvania State University
Dawn Maguire
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Coordinates the Campus College Outreach Programs
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
M.Ed. Counselor Education, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Cultural Anthropology, The Pennsylvania State University
Sherri Metcalfe
Academic Adviser
Advises Integrated Master of Accounting (iMAcc) students regarding course scheduling, curriculum planning, study abroad opportunities, and program-related events
M.Ed. College Student Affairs, Leadership & Administration, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. French Language and Culture, International Studies Minor, The Pennsylvania State University
Celeste Newcomb
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Coordinates Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.B.A., The Johns Hopkins University
B.A., History, St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Melissa Paloskey
Senior Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
M. Ed. Counselor Education, The Pennsylvania State University
B.S. Psychology, Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Sarah Raybuck
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program and New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.A.T. Secondary Science Education, American University
M.S. Forensic Medicine, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
B.S. Biobehavioral Health, The Pennsylvania State University
Paula Rubley
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
M.Ed. Higher Education Administration - Educational Leadership - University of Nevada Las Vegas
B.S. Exercise and Sport Science - Athletic Training - The Pennsylvania State University
MaryNell Smith
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
M. Ed. Educational Leadership, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Public Relations, The Pennsylvania State University
Jennifer Stover
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program and New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.Ed., Education, Lock Haven University
B.S., Administration of Justice, The Pennsylvania State University
Kirsten Swales
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Participates in the Spend A Summer Day (SASD) program and New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.A. Higher Education Administration, West Virginia University
B.A. English, West Virginia University
Jonathan Swart
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
Coordinates marketing and communication efforts for Smeal Undergraduate Education
M.Ed. Higher Education, Institutional Research Certificate, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Journalism, The Pennsylvania State University
Kelly Swigert
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Coordinates New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.A. Counseling Psychology, Towson University
B.A. Psychology, Elizabethtown College
Jill Teel
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
M.S. Ed. Special Education, State University of New York (SUNY), College at Cortland
M.S. Ed. Counselor Education, Alfred University
B.S. Physical Education Teaching K-12, Ithaca College
Amanda Tuscan
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Coordinates Spend a Summer Day (SASD)
Assists with New Students Orientation (NSO)
MBA, Fairmont State University
B.A. Journalism, The Pennsylvania State University
Juan A. Veruete
Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Affairs
Direct and oversee advising and advising related programs in Smeal undergraduate education
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
PSU 006 First-Year Business Seminar instructor
Conducts various presentations across campus for First-Year Smeal Students, Upper division Smeal Students, and Prospective Students
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.Ed. Higher Education, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Psychology, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
Jacob Walker
Academic Adviser
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO)
M.Ed. Counselor Education, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Psychology, The Pennsylvania State University
Errol Wizda
Director of Student Success
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra curricular activities, and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Responsible for supporting and guiding retention efforts addressing first generation students, wellness initiatives, and major exploration experiences
Responsible for supporting the distribution of several undergraduate scholarships
Assists in the onboarding efforts of Smeal undergraduates
M.Ed. Higher Education, Student Affairs Concentration, University of Massachusetts Amherst
B.A. Letters, Arts, & Sciences, Social Sciences Concentration, The Pennsylvania State University
Kate Woodman
Senior Supervisor
Advises undergraduate students regarding course scheduling, curriculum, major selection, study abroad, extra-curricular activities and internships
Meets with prospective students and their families and assists with other recruitment activities
Assists with New Student Orientation (NSO) and Spend a Summer Day (SASD)
M.Ed. Higher Education, The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Business Administration, University of the West of England