Alumni and College News - Spring/Summer 2006

Introduction

A message from Dr. Fred Vondracek, interim dean of the College

Features

Far From Home

HHD Alumni use their experiences to make a difference throughout the world. Christine Taylor, Robert Szewczyk, and Gregory Brock and Jeanette Coufal share some of their global experiences from very different international settings.

Paving the Way

Being a graduate student in HHD leads to significant experiences and opportunities. Yetty Shobo-Nzombola, Lacy Holowatz, and recent graduate Andrew Strasser discuss how their research and experiences in the College have given them a head start on their careers.

Alumni News

Alumni Fellows Named

Franco Harris '72 FS HA and Kenneth Newell '76 HPA were named 2005 Alumni Fellows by the Penn State Alumni Association.

APG Report

The College's ten Affiliate Program Groups (APGs) report on recent and upcoming activities and provide information about how alumni can get involved.

Class Notes

Births, marriages, new jobs and more from HHD alumni

College News

Prestigious Honors

HHD faculty members Collins O. Airhihenbuwa (BBH) and Ann C. Crouter (HDFS) were recognized by Penn State for outstanding achievement and contributions to the university community.

Mentoring Program Update

The award-winning program engages more students and alumni than ever before.

New College Research Innovation Grant Program

New Collaboration with Johnson & Johnson Consumer and Personal Products Worldwide funds research projects that are in their early stages of development.

Women's Leadership Initiative Welcomes New Director

Marja Verbeeten is named as new Director.

New Faces

New faculty bring a variety of interests and talents to the College.

In Recognition

The Health and Human Development Alumni Society recognized students, faculty and staff for outstanding achievements and community service at a spring awards ceremony.

HHD Calendar

Events of interest to HHD alumni and friends.