To give back to the community, several MBAs volunteered at The Second Mile Fall Harvest Festival. The Second Mile is a non-profit organization for children who need additional support and positive adult role models. The Second Mile was founded right here in State College by Jerry Sandusky, a former Penn State Football Defensive Coordinator.
At the Fall Harvest Festival, the MBAA held two booths – pumpkin cookie decorating and bean bag toss. More than 60 kids showed up in Halloween costumes and smiles on their faces! I had tons of fun helping the kids decorate cookies with icing, sprinkles, and candy corn. Actually, I think I had as much fun at the event as the kids did. It truly was a rewarding experience to help provide the kids with such a wonderful time. Our Holiday Party with The Second Mile will be here soon and I can’t wait for the event.
-Melissa Matson
Originally from Greensburg, Pennsylvania, Melissa is in Penn State’s integrated five-year Science BS/MBA program. Here at Smeal, Melissa is focusing on Corporate Financial Analysis and Planning.