FTG 0026 - Supporting the Supporters with Volunteer Manager Haley Staub Rappoldt &#x27;18, &#x27;21g

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Credits & Notes:

This show is hosted, produced, and edited by Sean Goheen ‘11 Lib (Schreyer).

The artwork was created by Tom Harrington, the College’s Web Developer.

The sound effect is “Chinese Gong,” accessed via SoundBible used under Creative Commons License.

The theme music is “Conquest” by Geovane Bruno, accessed via Pixabay and used under Creative Commons License.

Overview:

Guest Bio:

Episode Specifics:

· Choosing Penn State because of involvement with a high school Mini-THON and a passion for philanthropy

· Picking a “broad” major that fits your interests when you aren’t sure of your career path

· Taking advantage of leadership opportunities on campus including Schreyer Student Council and THON – including the difference between the Communications and Public Relations committees

· The benefits of travel embedded honors courses for a global perspective

· Finding new opportunities from connecting with faculty

· Using the thesis to explore something separate from other interests

· Intentionally looking for diverse internship and pre-professional experiences, from consumer products to tourism to development & alumni relations

· Taking an internship into a full-time role out of college

· What a manager of fundraising volunteers does day in, day out

· The skills future volunteer managers should develop – and how these are also helpful for other people-centric career paths

· Advice on fully remote internships and jobs

· Volunteering as an alum, both with the Honors College, Penn State, and in your community

· Thoughts on success, failure, and mentoring

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Schreyer Honors College Links:

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Credits & Notes:

This show is hosted, produced, and edited by Sean Goheen ‘11 Lib (Schreyer).

The artwork was created by Tom Harrington, the College’s Web Developer.

The sound effect is “Chinese Gong,” accessed via SoundBible used under Creative Commons License.

The theme music is “Conquest” by Geovane Bruno, accessed via Pixabay and used under Creative Commons License.

Previous Episode

FTG 0025 - From the Racetrack to the Honors Track with Catholic Tech Leader Ryan Morris '19

Overview:

This episode features a conversation with Ryan Morris, Class of 2019, who serves as both the Director of Media and Youth at Saint Peter Parish and as a technology teacher at Pope John Paul 2 RCES in the Archdioceses of Philadelphia. Our conversation touches on a lot of topics, from life as a racecar driver, being a Scholar at a commonwealth campus, the post-graduate fellowship process, and faith & service-based careers. You can read Ryan’s full bio and get a more detailed breakdown of the topics in the show notes below.

Guest Bio:

Ryan Morris is the Director of Media & Youth at Saint Peter Parish and a technology teacher in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia at Pope John Paul 2 RCES. Prior to working in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, he earned a BS in Business with Honors from Penn State Berks in 2019 and an MS in Global Affairs from Tsinghua University in Beijing, China as a Schwarzman Scholar in 2020. On the side, he enjoys working on startups and is also helping to start an orphanage in Isoka, Zambia. Ryan has a strong calling to serve others in his local community and abroad. Please feel free to connect with Ryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-morris96/

Episode Specifics:

· Going to college after a full go at another endeavor, and what it’s like driving a race car

· The benefits of fully attending a Commonwealth Campus as a Schreyer Scholar

· Approaching being a student like it’s a career and being open to new opportunities

· Making the most of building a global perspective as a Scholar

· Taking theory to practice with your thesis research and findings

· Utilizing Penn State’s economic development and start-up support ecosystem resources

· Pursuing post-graduate fellowships and tips on successfully approaching the process

· Getting into teaching without an education degree and pursing a faith or service-based career

· Putting your values into action in your life outside of work as an alum

· The importance of planning and creating alternate plans as you progress through life

· The value of finding authentic mentors

· Helpful thoughts on the thesis process

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Schreyer Honors College Links:

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Credits & Notes:

This show is hosted, produced, and edited by Sean Goheen ‘11 Lib (Schreyer).

The artwork was created by Tom Harrington, the College’s Web Developer.

The sound effect is “Chinese Gong,” accessed via SoundBible used under Creative Commons License.

The theme music is “Conquest” by Geovane Bruno, accessed via Pixabay and used under Creative Commons License.

Next Episode

FTG 0027 – Overcoming Adversity with Attorney & Former Student Athlete Chris Wilson '06

Overview:

Christopher Wilson ’06 Liberal Arts is a Senior Associate in the Washington, DC office of the international law firm Baker Botts. His practice there focuses on civil antitrust and other complex commercial litigation. He earned his BA in Political Science with Honors from Penn State’s College of the Liberal Arts and went on to earn his JD from Stanford in 2012. He played running back and full back for the Nittany Lions in his first and second years as a Scholar. This episode will be helpful to any Scholar who is facing obstacles, and particularly student athletes, as Chris talks about his experience of nearly dropping out before leveraging relationships to stay and succeed. You can read Chris’ bio and a more detailed breakdown of episode topics below.

Guest Bio:

Christopher Wilson is a Senior Associate in the Washington, DC office of the international law firm Baker Botts. His practice there focuses on civil antitrust and other complex commercial litigation; he represents Fortune 500 companies and other major corporations in litigation throughout the country. Before joining Baker Botts in 2018, Chris was a litigation associate at the international law firm of Winston & Strawn in Chicago, IL. He earned a BA in Political Science with Honors from Penn State in 2006, where he also played running back and fullback for the Nittany Lions, and earned a law degree from Stanford Law School in 2012. In his spare time, Chris enjoys reading science fiction and noir detective novels, as well as finding new and exciting things to do and see in the city. He is happy to talk about things as esoteric as antitrust law and as enjoyable as the best hotels and restaurants in cities around the world! Please feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-wilson-a4653748

Episode Specifics:

In this episode, Chris shares his insights on:

· Choosing Penn State and the Schreyer Honors College over top alternative options on and off the field

· Selecting liberal arts majors for their versatility and desired practical skill sets

· Planning your thesis and determining the skills you need to develop to complete it, like data analysis

· The importance of getting to know your faculty, honors advisor, and thesis advisor

· Dealing with adversity and making tough choices around prioritization to learn resilience as a response to setbacks and burnout

· Considering dropping out of the Honors College and engaging with staff to find ways to stay a Scholar

· Transitioning away from the regimentation of student athlete life

· Continuing research in industry rather than graduate programs

· Deciding to go to law school after working full time

· Advice on approaching law school motivation, relationships, and opportunities

· Paying it forward as an alumni donor to provide resources to current Scholars

· Learning the values of resilience and humility

· The power of relationships

· Enjoying University Park & State College – or your Commonwealth Campus & local town – while you’re in college

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