Meet the 2019 Board of Directors!
President Joshua Lewin- jcl5508@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Josh Lewin, and I am the current president of Smeal Student Mentors. I am a junior from the Philadelphia area, and I am studying Finance and International Business. I joined Smeal Student Mentors to make sure that incoming first-year students do not make the same mistake that I made my first year. I take pride in mentoring and helping my mentees succeed! Besides Smeal Student Mentors, I am a Lion Ambassador, and I am THON Chair of my business fraternity. Whenever I have free time, I enjoy keeping up to date with Philadelphia Sports team and going snowboarding with friends.
Hi! My name is Josh Lewin, and I am the current president of Smeal Student Mentors. I am a junior from the Philadelphia area, and I am studying Finance and International Business. I joined Smeal Student Mentors to make sure that incoming first-year students do not make the same mistake that I made my first year. I take pride in mentoring and helping my mentees succeed! Besides Smeal Student Mentors, I am a Lion Ambassador, and I am THON Chair of my business fraternity. Whenever I have free time, I enjoy keeping up to date with Philadelphia Sports team and going snowboarding with friends.
Vice President Elise Sheehy- ems6076@psu.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Elise Sheehy. I am a junior from Mars, PA in the Master of Accounting Program (MAcc). This will be my third year as a Smeal Student Mentor. Last year I was the Marketing and Communications Director and this year, I am the Vice President. That means that I am in charge of keeping track of all member points, organizing specific events and helping our president, Josh, with whatever he may need. Aside from mentors, I am involved in a THON organization called Atlas and I am on the THON Communications committee. My involvement on campus stems from my passion to help others, which is why I love being a mentor. I am looking forward to this year, as I will get to help first-year students with their transition into Penn State college life. That being said, please never hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to help!
Hi everyone! My name is Elise Sheehy. I am a junior from Mars, PA in the Master of Accounting Program (MAcc). This will be my third year as a Smeal Student Mentor. Last year I was the Marketing and Communications Director and this year, I am the Vice President. That means that I am in charge of keeping track of all member points, organizing specific events and helping our president, Josh, with whatever he may need. Aside from mentors, I am involved in a THON organization called Atlas and I am on the THON Communications committee. My involvement on campus stems from my passion to help others, which is why I love being a mentor. I am looking forward to this year, as I will get to help first-year students with their transition into Penn State college life. That being said, please never hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to help!
Events Coordinator Harrison Baker- hmb5339@psu.edu
Hey everyone, my name is Harrison Baker and I'm a sophomore accounting major from Phoenixville, PA. I've been involved with SSM for about a year now as just a mentor, but have more recently taken on the role of Events Coordinator where I will plan numerous events from Accepted Students Programs to the Fall College Picnic. I work part time on campus in the Competitive Sports Department as a Program Assistant and enjoy playing IM sports with my friends. I am also a big Philadelphia sports fan and particularly enjoy watching the flyers.
Hey everyone, my name is Harrison Baker and I'm a sophomore accounting major from Phoenixville, PA. I've been involved with SSM for about a year now as just a mentor, but have more recently taken on the role of Events Coordinator where I will plan numerous events from Accepted Students Programs to the Fall College Picnic. I work part time on campus in the Competitive Sports Department as a Program Assistant and enjoy playing IM sports with my friends. I am also a big Philadelphia sports fan and particularly enjoy watching the flyers.
Training/Recruitment Director & Treasurer Judy Kahn- jbk5410@psu.edu
Hi guys! My name is Judy Kahn and I am from Pittsburgh. I'm a junior studying Actuarial Science. This is my third year in Smeal Student Mentors, but my first year on BOD. I am the Treasurer/Recruitment director. I am responsible for collecting dues and maintaining our budget. I am also responsible for all the applications and interviews for new positions in Smeal Student Mentors. If you ever have any questions about applications or interviews please reach out to me! Outside of Smeal Student Mentors I am in the THON organization Atlas and a member of the Actuarial Science Club. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends, traveling, and watching movies.
Hi guys! My name is Judy Kahn and I am from Pittsburgh. I'm a junior studying Actuarial Science. This is my third year in Smeal Student Mentors, but my first year on BOD. I am the Treasurer/Recruitment director. I am responsible for collecting dues and maintaining our budget. I am also responsible for all the applications and interviews for new positions in Smeal Student Mentors. If you ever have any questions about applications or interviews please reach out to me! Outside of Smeal Student Mentors I am in the THON organization Atlas and a member of the Actuarial Science Club. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends, traveling, and watching movies.
Marketing/Communications Raquel Cohen- rac5800@psu.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Raquel Cohen. I am a sophomore from Manalapan, NJ pursuing a degree in Finance. This year, I am the marketing and communications Director for Smeal Student Mentors. That means that I am in charge of promoting any and all events for the organization, and publishing the Monthly Mentor. Aside from mentors, I am the secretary on Outcast, a hip-hop dance team and a Microeconomics Teaching Assistant. I am looking forward to this year, as I will get to aid first-year students with their transition into Penn State college life. That being said, please never hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to help!
Hi everyone! My name is Raquel Cohen. I am a sophomore from Manalapan, NJ pursuing a degree in Finance. This year, I am the marketing and communications Director for Smeal Student Mentors. That means that I am in charge of promoting any and all events for the organization, and publishing the Monthly Mentor. Aside from mentors, I am the secretary on Outcast, a hip-hop dance team and a Microeconomics Teaching Assistant. I am looking forward to this year, as I will get to aid first-year students with their transition into Penn State college life. That being said, please never hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I am here to help!
Technology Director Ryan Blonski- rib5246@psu.edu
Hey guys, my name is Ryan Blonski and I am a junior from State College, PA pursuing a degree in Supply Chain & Information Systems and a minor in Information Systems Management. This currently is my 3rd year in Smeal Student Mentors. This is my first position on BOD but I had held the position of Team Leader for 2018. As Technology Director, I help run everything technology related, including this website! Outside of Smeal Student Mentors, I am the VP of Treasury for The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, heavily involved in the Philanthropic Pillar with my business fraternity Alpha Kappa Psi, and I am also on a Committee for THON OPPerations.
Hey guys, my name is Ryan Blonski and I am a junior from State College, PA pursuing a degree in Supply Chain & Information Systems and a minor in Information Systems Management. This currently is my 3rd year in Smeal Student Mentors. This is my first position on BOD but I had held the position of Team Leader for 2018. As Technology Director, I help run everything technology related, including this website! Outside of Smeal Student Mentors, I am the VP of Treasury for The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, heavily involved in the Philanthropic Pillar with my business fraternity Alpha Kappa Psi, and I am also on a Committee for THON OPPerations.
THON/Alumni Relations Chair Cassandra Castoro- crc6603@psu.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Cassandra Castoro and I am from Long Island, NY. I am currently a Senior pursuing a degree in Marketing and a minor in International Business. This is my second year involved with Smeal Student Mentors. I started as a Sophomore and became a Mentor during my Junior year. I am currently the THON & Alumni Relations Director. In this position I act as a liaison between the THON community and the organization. I help to manage and plan all THON related activities and donations. Additionally, I work with Smeal Student Mentor Alumni throughout the year getting Alumni to speak at meetings and engage with Mentors. This past summer I interned as a buyer for Ross Stores in New York City. Outside of school I enjoy traveling, going to the gym and being with family. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out.
Hi everyone! My name is Cassandra Castoro and I am from Long Island, NY. I am currently a Senior pursuing a degree in Marketing and a minor in International Business. This is my second year involved with Smeal Student Mentors. I started as a Sophomore and became a Mentor during my Junior year. I am currently the THON & Alumni Relations Director. In this position I act as a liaison between the THON community and the organization. I help to manage and plan all THON related activities and donations. Additionally, I work with Smeal Student Mentor Alumni throughout the year getting Alumni to speak at meetings and engage with Mentors. This past summer I interned as a buyer for Ross Stores in New York City. Outside of school I enjoy traveling, going to the gym and being with family. If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to reach out.
Faculty Advisor Alla Hatfield- anh130@psu.edu
My name is Alla Hatfield and I am the Faculty Adviser to the Smeal Student Mentors. I have been working with this exceptional student group since 2014 and it has been the most rewarding and enjoyable part of my job in Smeal! With each new cohort, Mentors continue to impress me with their high standards of professionalism, integrity and commitment to Penn State community. In 2018, I was honored to receive a Penn State Outstanding Adviser of the Year Award for my work with the organization.
I earned my B.S. in Psychology and my M.Ed. degree in Counselor Education at Penn State. I’ve lived in the area since I graduated, so I certainly bleed blue and white! When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two kids. I also love long distance running and taking my miniature labradoodle on walks. My advising philosophy is that students should consider all possible options when making decisions regarding their education and careers and not be afraid to challenge themselves.
My name is Alla Hatfield and I am the Faculty Adviser to the Smeal Student Mentors. I have been working with this exceptional student group since 2014 and it has been the most rewarding and enjoyable part of my job in Smeal! With each new cohort, Mentors continue to impress me with their high standards of professionalism, integrity and commitment to Penn State community. In 2018, I was honored to receive a Penn State Outstanding Adviser of the Year Award for my work with the organization.
I earned my B.S. in Psychology and my M.Ed. degree in Counselor Education at Penn State. I’ve lived in the area since I graduated, so I certainly bleed blue and white! When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two kids. I also love long distance running and taking my miniature labradoodle on walks. My advising philosophy is that students should consider all possible options when making decisions regarding their education and careers and not be afraid to challenge themselves.
