Meet the 2022 Board of Directors!
President: Joshua Rubin - jhr5211@psu.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Joshua Rubin and I am from West Chester, PA. I am a Junior majoring in Finance and minoring in Information Systems Management. This is my third year in Smeal Student Mentors. I started as a mentor and then served as the Treasurer/Recruitment Director last year. As President, I am very excited to continue helping first-year students transition to Penn State while also building a strong culture inside of the organization. Outside of Smeal Student Mentors, I am in the Nittany Lion Consulting Group and am very involved with Penn State Hillel. In my free time, I love watching and playing sports, working out, and listening to podcasts. If you ever have any questions, feel free to reach out!
Hi everyone! My name is Joshua Rubin and I am from West Chester, PA. I am a Junior majoring in Finance and minoring in Information Systems Management. This is my third year in Smeal Student Mentors. I started as a mentor and then served as the Treasurer/Recruitment Director last year. As President, I am very excited to continue helping first-year students transition to Penn State while also building a strong culture inside of the organization. Outside of Smeal Student Mentors, I am in the Nittany Lion Consulting Group and am very involved with Penn State Hillel. In my free time, I love watching and playing sports, working out, and listening to podcasts. If you ever have any questions, feel free to reach out!
Vice President: Jillian Wagner - jpw5858@psu.edu
My name is Jillian Wagner and I am the Vice President of Smeal Student Mentors. I am a junior Marketing student with minors in Digital Media Trends & Analytics and Information Systems Management. I was a Mentor and then a Team Leader in SSM before taking on my role as Vice President. Outside of Smeal Student Mentors, I am an Engagement Manager for the Nittany Lion Consulting Group (NLCG), former Vice President of Scholarship & Awards for my professional business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi, and frequently compete in case competitions on campus. I plan to intern at EY in Boston, MA this summer as a part of their Consultant Development Program.
Training/Recruitment Director & Treasurer: Arbaz Sufi - afs6208@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Arbaz Sufi, and I am the Training/Recruitment Director and Treasurer. This is my first year in SSM as well as my first year on the BOD. I’m a junior majoring in Finance and I’m from Edison NJ. I’m responsible for managing dues, budgets, and organizing applications and interviews for prospective mentors. I wanted to join SSM to make a difference and find an organization where I could fit in. In my free time, I like to play video games, spend time with my friends, and watch sitcoms.
Events Coordinator: Maddison Taylor - mlt5571@psu.edu
Hey everyone! My name is Maddie Taylor, and I will serve as the Events Coordinator this year. I look forward to planning many exciting events for our Smeal Student Mentors and first-year students. I am currently a sophomore studying management with a concentration on human capital. Furthermore, I am from a small town slightly northwest of State College known as Saint Marys, Pennsylvania. Likewise, I am also involved in THON and the Smeal Ethical Leadership Challenge. I joined Smeal Student Mentors because I enjoy helping first-year students in their transition to college and networking with people connected to the organization.
Hey everyone! My name is Maddie Taylor, and I will serve as the Events Coordinator this year. I look forward to planning many exciting events for our Smeal Student Mentors and first-year students. I am currently a sophomore studying management with a concentration on human capital. Furthermore, I am from a small town slightly northwest of State College known as Saint Marys, Pennsylvania. Likewise, I am also involved in THON and the Smeal Ethical Leadership Challenge. I joined Smeal Student Mentors because I enjoy helping first-year students in their transition to college and networking with people connected to the organization.
Marketing/Communications: Olivia Taylor- ojt5054@psu.edu
Hi my name is Olivia Taylor and I am this year’s Marketing and Communications Director. I am currently a sophomore majoring in Marketing. I am originally from Lancaster, PA. On campus I am also heavily involved in my sorority, Gamma Phi Beta, and am the VP of Marketing for The Women’s Network. I joined Smeal Student Mentors to help make the transition from high school to college much easier for first year students. I am very excited to be on the Executive Board this year!
Hi my name is Olivia Taylor and I am this year’s Marketing and Communications Director. I am currently a sophomore majoring in Marketing. I am originally from Lancaster, PA. On campus I am also heavily involved in my sorority, Gamma Phi Beta, and am the VP of Marketing for The Women’s Network. I joined Smeal Student Mentors to help make the transition from high school to college much easier for first year students. I am very excited to be on the Executive Board this year!
Technology Director: Nicholas Marcolongo- nrm5462@psu.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Nicholas Marcolongo and I am excited to serve as the Technology Director for SSM. I am currently a second-year student from North Wales, Pennsylvania. I am pursuing a major in Supply Chain and Information Systems with a minor in Information Systems Management and hope to study abroad next year. I am a member of The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) as well as an inductee in The Supply Chain National Honor Society, Sigma Chi Mu Tau. I am also involved with THON and a participant in the Smeal Ethical Leadership Challenge. I joined SSM to help first year students with their transition from highschool to college and see all of the opportunities Penn State and Smeal have to offer.
Professional Development/Alumni Relations Director: Audrey Shomper - abs6246@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Audrey and I’m from Mechanicsburg, PA. I am a junior studying management with a minor in legal environment of business. In 2021 I joined Smeal Student Mentors as a mentor with the goal to help other students navigate Smeal and the transition to Penn State. This year, I am the Professional Development and Alumni Relations Director. Outside of SSM I am on the executive board for The Women’s Network and a member of Penn State CrossFit club. The two things I am passionate about are networking and coffee. If you have any questions, don’t 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.
