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CAREER DAY
Friday, March 6, 2026, 10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
SPONSORED BY: AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN AND PENN STATE GREATER ALLEGHENY
Ostermayer Room, Student Community Center
Penn State Greater Alegheny 4000 University Drive, McKeesport, PA 15132
Lunch will be served.
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Registration is open until Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00p.m. For questions, please email Dr. Kuei-NuanLin at linkn@psu.edu
Schedule:
Check in and social networking at 10:00AM.
Panel discussion and Q&A start at 10:30AM.
Career Exploration Exercises at 11:30AM.
Lunch and more discussions at 12 noon.
H E A R F R O M P A N E L IS T S
Haley Snyder is a proud graduate of the class of 2021 from Penn State Greater Allegheny where she was also a student athlete. She graduated magna cum laude with a combined cumulative GPA of 3.940. She went on to earn a master of arts in applied clinical psychology from Penn State Erie. Since then she has worked as a therapist in outpatient settings with clients ages 5 – 80 of diverse backgrounds and varying severity of mental illness. She currently works at Ellie Mental Health in Morgantown, WV. Haley enjoys spending her free time catching up with friends, binge-watching whatever show has caught her eye, and spending time with her pets.
Ebonie R. Slade, MPH, is a dedicated public health professional and researcher based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She earned her Master of Public Health in Behavioral and Community Health Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh in 2023, following a Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State and an Associate of Science in Biotechnology from the Community College of Allegheny County.
Her academic journey reflects resilience and determination—balancing education with raising two sons, while advancing from GED to graduate studies. At UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, Slade serves as a Research Program Coordinator, where she applies her expertise in structuring complex processes, site logistics, and community-focused health initiatives.
Her work includes contributions to The Pittsburgh Study and research on harm reduction approaches to support Black fathers and families. Slade’s passion lies in addressing health disparities, improving community outcomes, and ensuring operational efficiency in healthcare programs.
With a strong foundation in public health and a commitment to equity, Ebonie Slade continues to build bridges between research, practice, and community impact.
Rebecca McCallister is a PSUGA alumni who graduated in 2022 with a strong involvement in the campus’s THON committee as the president as well as being a member in the National Honor Society in Psychology. My experience includes supporting mental health professionals and clients through effective scheduling systems, ensuring seamless coordination of care and efficient clinic operations. I have consistently demonstrated the ability to solve complex problems under pressure, manage time-sensitive tasks, and communicate clearly with diverse teams and individuals. After interning with Wesley Family Services, I was employed there for 3 years connecting with clients on what services fit them best while also assisting in providing on-site crisis intervention services. During my time, I was nominated for The Whole Person Care Award which highlighted my efforts to ensure clients had the utmost support in their mental health. Currently, I am employed with Achieving True Self where I connect with families daily to help secure the staffing they need for autism support services. I have received the Mission Warrior Award twice which highlights my dedication to our mission, vision, and values.
Katie Ellis (formally known as Katie Chuahong) is a Penn State Greater Allegheny graduate of the class of 2020. Katie was also formally the campus’ Student Government Association President during the 2019-2020 academic year. Katie earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Corporate Communications and worked in various job positions since graduating in fields such as Human Resources, Higher Education, and Credit Administration. After being recently laid off from her most recent job at Ally Financial, Katie has been open to work but has also been working part time at her local coffee shop and making the best of her situation in the mean time. When one door closes, another opens.
Register now, https://greaterallegheny.psu.edu/women-in-stem
WOMEN IN STEM CAREER DAY
Friday, February 28, 2025, 10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
SPONSORED BY: AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN AND PENN STATE GREATER ALLEGHENY
Ostermayer Room, Student Community Center
Penn State Greater Alegheny 4000 University Drive, McKeesport, PA 15132
Lunch will be served.
Register Here
Registration is open until Friday, February 1, 2025 at 4:00p.m. For questions, please email Dr. Kuei-NuanLin at linkn@psu.edu
Schedule:
Check in and social networking at 10:00AM.
Panel discussion and Q&A start at 10:30AM.
Lunch and more discussions at 11:30AM.
H E A R F R O M P A N E L IS T S
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WOMEN IN STEM CAREER DAY
Friday, March22, 2024 10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
SPONSOREDBY:AMERICANASSOCIATIONOFUNIVERSITYWOMEN ANDPENNSTATEGREATERALLEGHENY
Ostermayer Room, Student Community Center
Penn State Greater Alegheny 4000 University Drive, McKeesport, PA 15132
Lunch will be served.
Register Here
Registration is open until Friday, March15, 2024 at 4:00p.m. For questions, please email Dr. Kuei-NuanLin at linkn@psu.edu
Schedule:
Check in and social networking at 10:00AM.
Panel discussion and Q&A start at 10:30AM.
Lunch and more discussions at 11:30AM.
H E A R F R O M P A N E L IS T S
Moha Desai is a Field Engineer Trainee at Welltec, a leading provider of robotic intervention services and completion products & solutions to the oil and gas industry since November 2023. Prior to that she served in AmeriCorps as a Maker Fellow, working at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania for one year to develop and enhance their STEM curriculum. She has a bachelor’s degree in Energy Engineering with minor in Environmental Engineering. She obtained her degree taking advantage of Penn State’s 2 + 1 + 1 Plan in Energy Engineering, completing the freshman and sophomore years at Penn State’s Behrend campus, and the junior year at Greater Allegheny campus before transitioning into the senior year at the University Park campus. Moha is the STEM Outreach for Schools coordinator at the Society of Women Engineers’ Pittsburgh section.
Sidney Przybylski participated in the 3 + 1 program at Penn State Greater Allegheny and graduated with an Engineering degree on the Alternative Energy and Power Generation track. She is currently working as an Electrical Engineer in training at Heidelberg Materials in Nazareth, PA. She encourages all students, especially women in stem, to be the change you want to see in the world.
Neila Raveen is a Clinical Research Assistant and Recruiter at the Center for Family Planning Research at Magee Women’s Hospital where she works in innovative contraceptive trials. She graduated from Penn State Greater Allegheny with a B.S in Biobehavioral Health in 2023. Neila’s journey in clinical research commenced as an intern, gaining valuable experience in Neurology at Penn State Hershey College of Medicine as well as in Women’s Health and in Oncology at Allegheny Health Network Research Institute. These roles involved patient interaction, neuropsychological testing, and direct involvement in clinical trials, laying a solid foundation for her current role. A prolific participant in academic conferences, Neila has presented on various topics ranging from Black Maternal Health outcomes to, most recently, genetic markers found in ALS and Muscular Dystrophy patients at the International Symposium on ALS/MND this December. Her work has earned her numerous accolades, including the Associate for Clinical and Translational Science Burroughs Wellcome Fund Trainee Travel Award and multiple undergraduate research awards at Penn State University. Neila is eager and always available to mentor undergraduate students aspiring to enter the same field.
Brittany Lesko earned a B.A. in Psychology at Penn State Greater Allegheny along with a certificate in Africana Studies. During college, she was extremely involved in clubs, organizations, and various committees on campus while working as a Resident Assistant. She even received the Eric A. and Josephine S. Walker Award, which is awarded to a student who provides leadership and enhances the reputation of the University through extracurricular activities. Brittany was also a research assistant coder for Dr. Mazur, Psychology department Program Coordinator, for her research on the online dating experience of adults with disabilities.
Currently Brittany is a graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Higher Education and a certificate in Institutional Research through Penn State University which she will complete in May 2024. Besides her educational efforts she is highly involved within the Penn State Alumni Association. She is a board member of the Penn State Greater Allegheny Alumni Society, a board member of the Penn State Alumni Association Greater Pittsburgh Chapter where she serves as the chair for the young alumni committee, and on the committee for the Blue White Ball which is a THON alumni group that raises money for the Four Diamonds Foundation.
