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Abdullahi Mada '25
"I appreciate the mechanical engineering faculty's commitment to meeting students where they are academically and providing guidance and resources to help bring each student up to the University's academic standards."
Pictured is Abdullahi Mada. Photo by Ethan Stoner '25.
International Students Explore Internship Possibilities
Monday, November 25, 2024 “We’re a University that celebrates and wants to make sure as many students as possible can gain experiential learning opportunities prior to graduation. International students who get connected to the idea of career readiness and prepare for it can have that experience.” Dean Jolin, director of Professional Career Readiness Center
A student and a counselor in the PCRC talk at a table.
Alumni Profile
Brendan McNamara '24
"The B.A. in journalism prepared me for my career by providing hands-on experience through the student-run television station. That experience has all tied into my current position at WTRF-TV."
Pictured is alumnus Brendan McNamara.
Alumni Profile
Erin Yudt '24
Alumnus Erin Yudt '24 details her experience in Fulbright Germany's Berlin Capital Program.
Student Profile
Devyn Amigh '26
"It all came together that I made the right decision to major in broadcasting when I sat behind the U-View desk my freshman year. Feeling the studio lights on my face and testing my mic before starting the show hit me, and I knew I was in the right place."
Pictured is Devyn Amigh.
Student Profile
Sisan Tuedor '25
"My internship definitely related to what I’ve been learning at Point Park. There were some tools and concepts that were completely new to me, but that happens with any new role. The foundation that I got at Point Park helped me master those things."
Pictured is Sisan Tuedor. Photo by Ethan Stoner.
New Professional Career-Readiness Center Offers Students and Alumni Career Development Support
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 "It’s been a goal of ours to put professional and career support staff and services in one location on campus. We’re thrilled to finally be able to welcome the Point Park community to this beautiful new facility.” — Keith Paylo, Dean of Student Affairs
People walk and sit in the new Professional Career-Readiness Center.
Alumni Profile
Women Who Rock Concert Provides Alumna, Students with Meaningful Live Entertainment Experience
"Working with women who do not apologize for taking up space and who have a commitment to making a change in our society is something that the younger me would have never imagined I could achieve."
Pictured is Bailee Gazdag. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Jilian Musser '27
"The journalism faculty at Point Park have impacted how I see and apply myself as a reporter."
Pictured is Jilian Musser.
Alumni Profile
Lydia Grimenstein '20
"The meaningful connections you make at Point Park have a real impact on your life. You'll find no better place than Pittsburgh to start your journey, whatever that may look like."
Pictured is Lydia Grimenstein. Photo by Natalie Caine.
Student Profile
Hannah Buzza '25
"If I hadn't been at Point Park, I may not have even had the opportunity to be on camera until my junior or senior year at another school. Point Park gives you hands-on experience your first year."
Pictured is Hannah Buzza on set of Talk Pittsburgh at KDKA-TV.
Student Profile
Alina Bigec '25
"Point Park is an extremely welcoming environment for international students. Our school may be small in size, but you will find that Point Park hosts students from countries all over the world, and they're here to support you."
Pictured is Alina Bigec. Photo by Natalie Caine.
Student Profile
Chanell Britten '24
"I recommend Point Park because of its atmosphere and community. Immediately when you step on campus, it feels like home."
Pictured is Chanell Britten. Photo by Ethan Stoner.
Student Profile
Evan Carter '26
"What I enjoy about the engineering program are the professors and the effort that they put into helping us achieve success. They are kind, incredibly helpful and committed to inspiring us to become better people in and out of the classroom."
Pictured is Evan Carter. Photo by Ethan Stoner.
Student Profile
Harmony Sheftall '26
"Point Park's PR, advertising and social media program met all of my criteria and more. It was important to me to find a university that had designated resources for my major, got me out of my hometown and had the integrity as an institution to open doors to connections and opportunities."
Pictured is Harmony Sheftall. Photo | Ethan Stoner
Student Profile
Gregory Hillman '24
"I chose to major in sports communication because I knew of the excellent connections Point Park has with the Pittsburgh sports teams and organizations around the country. There are so many resources and activities for students to get involved with on day one."
Student Profile
Brandon Cunningham '23
"Point Park is like no other university. There is a city vibe on the college campus. Being in a centralized location where there is live entertainment allows students to fully immerse themselves in the vibrant attractions in Pittsburgh."
Pictured is Brandon Cunningham. Photo by Ethan Stoner.
Student Profile
Adam Snook '24
"I chose the B.A. cinema arts program because cinema students are on set their first semester. This hands-on experience helps you discover so much about your future career path."
Pictured is Adam Snook. Photo | Ethan Stoner
Student Profile
Nila Payne '26
"Point Park is really a special place, and you’ll get opportunities here that you won’t get anywhere else. In less than two years, Point Park has helped me grow into a better and more confident person, especially from a career perspective."
Pictured is Nila Payne. Photo by Ethan Stoner
Criminal Justice, Intelligence & National Security and Behavioral Sciences Majors Intern, Work for Alumnus-Led Legal Consulting Nonprofit
Friday, October 13, 2023 "Contributing to The JASON Project's mission helps to give me a sense of satisfaction because I get to help truly make a difference in someone's life."
Pictured from left to right are students Cerissa Page, Alyssa Thomas, Alexis Benhart and Emily Dhanvada.
Student Profile
Tyler Hertwig '23
"The class sizes for most of my business courses rarely ever exceeded 20 students, and our discussions were structured around constructive/critical thinking where we would workshop business ideas and real-world problems and solutions."
Pictured is Tyler Hertwig. Photo by Nadia Jones.
Student Profile
Hannah Lanham '24
"The education I have received at Point Park so far has prepared me tremendously for working in the field. I was able to connect my classroom knowledge to real-life tasks and cases."
Pictured is Hannah Lanham. Photo by Nadia Jones.
Student Profile
Miguel Torrenegra '24
"Having Downtown Pittsburgh as my home is an awesome experience. The city's lively atmosphere means there's always something fun to do. Plus, being close to businesses and opportunities for internships is a big plus for my future."
Pictured is Miguel Torrenegra. Photo by Ethan Stoner.
Student Profile
David Keyser '23
"Point Park is an overall amazing school, from the classes and faculty to the beautiful city campus. It feels like a family here, and I couldn’t imagine my life anywhere else."
Pictured is David Keyser. Photo by Nadia Jones.
Student Profile
Giulia Follador '24
"Point Park's Downtown Pittsburgh location and the people here really make the difference! It’s a small community where everyone knows each other, and everyone is always ready to help and advise you in the best way."
Pictured is Giulia Follador. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Lindsey Watson '13
"Attending college in Downtown Pittsburgh is such an exhilarating experience. The entire city is your campus. The vibrant energy, rich cultural diversity and an abundance of opportunities create a dynamic learning environment that is both inspiring and unforgettable."
Pictured is Lindsey Watson.
Student Q&A: Inaugural SAEM Pittsburgh Penguins Events Team Reflects on Semester of Hands-On Experience
Friday, May 12, 2023 The Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management program's new Pens Events Team paired students with staff at the Pittsburgh Penguins and PPG Paints Arena to give them experience working real-world events, including special game nights and corporate events.
Pictured are Austin Alkire, Olivia Stawovy and Delaney Metikosh. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Lauryn Nania '21
"The faculty have real-life newsroom experience to help guide aspiring journalists. My assignments immersed me into the experience of being a reporter outside of an academic environment."
Pictured is Lauryn Nania.
Chandler Krelow '20
Tuesday, May 2, 2023 "For young intelligence professionals, many eyes are locked in on three-letter agencies for their first job. While this is a fantastic career choice, intelligence is everywhere. There are career opportunities at banks, universities, corporations and so much more."
Pictured is Chandler Krelow. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
Student Profile
Hudson Hartley '23
"Jenna Lo Castro and Camille Downing are my favorite professors. They help students with internship opportunities, resume building and how to create an online portfolio. They have impacted not just my education, but my outlook on life."
Pictured is Hudson Hartley. Photo | Tia Ellison
Student Profile
Mara Van Thiel '23
"Because of Point Park's HR management program, I really felt like I was ready when I started my internship. I had a lot of the technical knowledge I needed, but I also knew about the ways HR can serve as a business partner to other departments in an organization."
Pictured is Mara Van Thiel. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Student Profile
Alexandra Bell '24
"Point Park is the perfect place to experiment with fun projects and career-building. For anyone looking to be seen and heard in an environment where creativity is cultivated, Point Park is for you."
Pictured is Alexandra Bell. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Student Profile
Justin Stewart '23
"I had the chance to attend Point Park's High School Journalism Workshop and I really liked the campus and how intimate it felt. Plus, it’s in a good spot in Downtown Pittsburgh to easily walk to different locations."
Pictured is Justin Stewart. Photo | Natalie Caine
Student Profile
Miguel Salvador '23
"There is a great sense of community at Point Park. It is a fairly small university, but the advantage of that is you are not just a number here on campus. You can make valuable connections with the faculty and staff throughout your time at Point Park. The resources here, such as the professors, networking opportunities and the ability to gain hands-on experience, will help you become successful in your career."
Pictured is Miguel Salvador. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Student Profile
Tia Ellison '23
"I chose the public relations, advertising and social media program because I knew that it would provide me well-rounded communication skills and the chance to engage in real-world opportunities."
Pictured is Tia Ellison. Photo | Natalie Caine
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Natalia Zucco '23
"There’s a great opportunity to learn at Point Park, and not just in the classroom. Beyond learning about your major, you learn about people, relationships, society and yourself. There are so many students representative of different communities, cultures and countries. Point Park's environment fosters opportunities for students to develop new ideas and realize how much there is to explore and experience in this world."
Pictured is Natalia Zucco. Photo by Natalie Caine.
Student Profile
Dontay Moore '23
"Point Park's civil engineering program has instilled in me a sense of professionalism in my work that I will carry far into my career. For example, my senior capstone course has pushed me to develop proposals and projects at a high level of quality. The coursework provides a solid foundational knowledge and background on how things work and how things are calculated in an engineering project."
Pictured is Dontay Moore. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Student Profile
Shivansh Waleacha '23
"Point Park is one of the most welcoming environments I've ever experienced. You can be from anywhere, from any background, and feel like you are a part of something bigger than yourself at this school."
Pictured is Shivansh Waleacha. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Student Profile
Kyle Arnold '23
"Point Park was my first college tour, and the moment that I entered the city and campus, I knew it was the right place for me."
Pictured is Kyle Arnold. Photo by Madi Fisher.
Student Profile
Genesis Harshell '22
"Take advantage of the facilities on campus. There are computer labs, art and photography studios and reservable study spaces equipped to help you. Plus, the Pioneer Pantry, Counseling and Student Health Centers are always available."
Pictured is Genesis Harshell. Submitted photo.
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Lacey Muto '24
"I would absolutely recommend Point Park to anyone thinking of entering the sports, arts and entertainment management field. There is no other place where you can learn every aspect of the industry, live downtown in a large city and be surrounded by concert venues, theaters, sports arenas, stadiums and more."
Student Profile
Fredrick Schoenefeldt '23
"All of my professors have helped shape my path for success, and I've enjoyed all of their classes."
Pictured is Fredrick Schoenefeldt. Photo by Natalie Caine.
Student Profile
Nate Kelly '23
"Having transferred, I can say from experience few colleges have programs that ensure students are prepared for their field quite like Point Park. Professors go the extra mile to connect students with companies and try to set every student up for a successful career after college."
Pictured is Nate Kelly. Photo | Natalie Caine
Student Profile
Nick Konopka '23
"The size of Point Park makes it easy to get experience right out of the gate. We are not so big that professors and organizations feel too out of reach. So, you can not only form valuable relationships with professors, but also dive head first into whatever you are interested in."
Student Profile
Ana Bellamy '23
"Point Park's faculty and staff always look out for you and make sure that you are on the right track. The professors I have had are incredibly kind and understanding. The degree programs offer a wide range of classes. I feel safe and comfortable here, and the atmosphere is inviting and fun."
Pictured is Ana Bellamy. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Ashley Daugherty '23
"I knew I wanted to do something in the art industry, and after doing my research, I found that Point Park had one of the most well-rounded and best graphic design programs in Pennsylvania. The fact that it was so close to home also helped validate my decision to transfer to Point Park."
Pictured is Ashley Daugherty. Photo | Natalie Caine
Faculty Spotlight: Josie Brown, Ph.D., Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences
Thursday, September 8, 2022 "My first goal for the School of Arts and Sciences is to develop a strong campus presence. Our school offers students a robust liberal arts education, which translates into transferable skill sets that employers are looking for. I also want the School of Arts and Sciences to contribute to our broader community."
Pictured is Josie Brown. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Steven Fisher '21
"The experienced professionals in the accounting program taught me all the skills I needed to succeed at being an auditor today."
Pictured is Steven Fisher. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
Student Profile
Erin Yudt '24
"What makes Point Park's journalism program distinctive from other universities is a focus on real-world experiences, personable faculty and staff and diverse class options."
Pictured is Erin Yudt. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Alejandro Sthory '22
"Point Park offers an excellent engineering program. Since the classes are not as big as other schools, this will allow you to take advantage of each class and connect with professors, both of which will greatly contribute to your success."
Pictured is Alejandro Sthory. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
Student Profile
Tyler Clayton '22
"My Point Park education has definitely helped prepare me for the real world. I am especially thankful for the senior capstone course that is built into the mechanical engineering degree requirements. Every part of that course is relevant to the tasks I am doing in the real world. Point Park also prepared me to successfully pass my state Fundamentals of Engineering exam on my first attempt."
Pictured is Tyler Clayton. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
Alumni Profile
Arian Clay-Sirop '09
"My broadcasting classes prepared me for the industry I work in today. I endured the hustle of racing around Pittsburgh with a camera in my hand trying to capture a story, then spent hours in the edit suites editing the footage."
Pictured is Arian Clay-Sirop. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Zoey Angelucci '22
"Point Park has provided me with valuable internships. Because of the location and connections in Downtown Pittsburgh, I've gained real-world experience working for Koppers, Allegheny Conference on Community Development, The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Incline."
Pictured is Zoey Angelucci. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Amanda Wiest '23
Civil engineering technology student Amanda Wiest '23 is gaining valuable hands-on experience through PennDOT's Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Internship program.
Pictured is Amanda Wiest. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Christine Schell '15
"The SAEM program prepared me for success by incorporating internships into the curriculum my junior and senior year."
Pictured is Christine Schell. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Sara Mackulin '18 '20
"For someone who wants a career in sports, Pittsburgh is the place to be. Few cities are home to three professional sports teams like Pittsburgh, and the opportunities and connections for internships and jobs are endless."
Pictured is Sara Mackulin. Submitted photo
Alumni Profile
Matthew Uzar '20
"Point Park’s nontraditional campus atmosphere in Downtown Pittsburgh is truly its greatest strength. The urban location places students within walking distance of nearly every major entertainment venue in the city."
Pictured is Matthew Uzar. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Katt Kersting '22
"When you leave Point Park, you take with you a resume/portfolio filled with projects and experiences, a network of industry connections and knowledge on all aspects of filmmaking."
Student Profile
Regina Sanchez Gonzalez '23
"As an immigrant, it's easy to feel out of place in a new country, but Point Park not only has given me the tools and support to become a better artist and animator, but also a place to call home."
Pictured is Regina Sanchez Gonzalez. Submitted photo.
Former Walt Disney Executives Share Industry Experiences with Point Park University Students
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 "It is not every day that you have the opportunity to speak with a person who was the president for three different Walt Disney World parks or ran a hotel with more than 10,000 rooms. These types of events at Point Park give students motivation and inspiration as we work toward earning our degrees."
Pictured are Rowland School of Business students and faculty with Dan Cockerell, the former vice president of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Submitted photo.
Oyster Creative Co. is Home to Point Park Alumni and a Professor
Thursday, March 17, 2022 "I am proud of the work we've been doing at Oyster and the tremendous relationship we've been able to cultivate with Point Park," said Jenna Lo Castro, Ph.D., assistant professor and director of communications and strategy at Oyster. 
Alumni Profile
Royce Jones '20
"Point Park supplied me with the tools I needed to achieve success. The small class sizes really opened the door for a lot of one-on-one critique and feedback from professors, many of whom are absolutely outstanding in their respective crafts with expansive resumes and career experience."
Pictured is Royce Jones. Photo provided by KDKA.
Student Profile
Grace Balzer '22
"The journalism program is one of the top programs around. Students gain hands-on experience outside of the classroom, which is much more beneficial than sitting in a classroom for four years."
Pictured is Grace Balzer. Submitted photo.
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Julius Thomas '22
"My advice to any student considering Point Park is that they should just go for it. Point Park feels like a close-knit community that presents its students with a variety of different opportunities."
Pictured is Julius Thomas. Photo | Nathaniel Holzer
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Gianna DiPaolo '22
"They don’t treat this like a typical college, but rather encourage you to think outside of the box and learn from real-world situations and experiences. My professors pushed me to do my best and encouraged me to learn more about the industry in a way that makes sense to me."
Pictured is Gianna DiPaolo.
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Brianna Kamauf ’22
"Working with M Chancey Management has helped me narrow down my goals and focus on building concrete skills. I have learned to take chances on myself and to be confident in my skills and adaptability to new environments. The music industry is constantly growing and changing, and I have learned how to grow with it from the hands-on experience I have gained."
Pictured is Brianna Kamauf. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Greg Fedor '21
"I would recommend Point Park because having Downtown Pittsburgh as your campus is unlike any other college experience. The location allows the University to foster great connections with businesses and organizations that hold significant value for students starting their careers."
Pictured is Greg Fedor. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Maranda Douthett '22
"I would recommend Point Park to a prospective student because of the opportunities that are readily available in Downtown Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. The University offers great connections to different kinds of internships and jobs that are helpful to anyone's future."
Pictured is Maranda Douthett. Photo by Nathaniel Holzer.
Alumni Profile
Prim Green '19 '21
"My broadcasting and MBA classes were very informative. Everything I learned in class, I can tie back to my position. Roll-out schedules, digital and social media calendars, marketing toolkits and entertainment law material are all subjects I learned in the classroom."
Pictured is Prim Green. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Vicie Simpson '21
Last summer, Vicie Simpson '21, a Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management major, landed the Big IDEA internship, a program launched by Pittsburgh agencies Garrison Hughes, Oyster Creative Co. and Covalent. Read more about her experience in this Q&A. 
Pictured is Vicie Simpson. Submitted photo.
Ocean City Police Officers Share Summer Opportunities with Criminal Justice and Forensic Science Students
Friday, November 5, 2021 Students in several criminal justice and forensic science classes learned about summer internship and job opportunities available at the Ocean City Police Department as officers visited Point Park University's campus. 
Pictured are Officers Justin Koser and Yovanny Ramirez. Photo by Nicole Chynoweth.
SAEM Students Gain Hands-On Event Experience at Women Who Rock Benefit Concert
Tuesday, October 26, 2021 "SAEM faculty encourage us to go out and do the job. I’ve experienced so many great opportunities because they have motivated me to put myself out there in the industry, no matter what the position."
Pictured is Lauren Monroe and Rick Allen performing at the Women Who Rock 2021 Benefit Concert. Photo by Kelli Daerr.
Rowland School of Business Virtual Career Fair
Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Amazon, UPMC, Schneider Downs and First National Bank are among more than 30 employers ready to connect with students and alumni at the Professional Career-Readiness Center's Rowland School of Business Virtual Career Fair, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. via Handshake. 
Pictured is the Pittsburgh skyline reflecting off of a cell phone. Photo by Nathaniel Holzer.
Alumni Profile
Nicole Paladin '12
"I really appreciated the push from faculty to gain real-world experience while in school. The classes frequently set up events, even outside of the campus, where the class had to create and pitch products along with an advertising plan."
Pictured is Nicole Paladin.
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Jennifer Taormina-Lawson '13
"The classes and faculty at Point Park still impact my work to this day. I interned at Sony Music Entertainment and SAG-AFTRA while in law school, and I know that I was awarded those opportunities because of my undergraduate education and experience. There is no doubt about that."
Professional Career-Readiness Center 2020-21 Annual Report
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 Boosting student professional skills, connecting to meaningful employment and collaborating to implement workforce solutions are just a few achievements reported in the 2020-21 Annual Report for of Point Park University’s Professional Career-Readiness Center.
Jack Dougherty, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, talks to Emily Breen, a senior marketing major at Grove City College, at a 2017 internship and career fair. Photo by Gracey Evans.
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Robert Trinkle '12
"My education was the catalyst that enabled me to transition seamlessly into the post-graduate world. Having an established relationship through networking made the transition to PNC seamless for me."
Pictured is Robert Trinkle.
Student Profile
Kyle Anderson '22
"I would recommend Point Park to any student who is looking for opportunity. Being in a large city creates more opportunities for the career path that I have chosen. I have visited and worked in all the venues in Pittsburgh either from my experiences in class or through other networking events. I can truly thank Point Park for that as the faculty have given me the knowledge, connections and desire to want to dive into the SAEM industry."
Pictured is Kyle Anderson. Submitted photo.
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Edwin De La Rosa '22
"I would recommend Point Park to a prospective student because this is a University where you will have a positive relationship with your professors. You are not just a statistic here."
Pictured is President Chris W. Brussalis and Edwin De La Rosa. Photo by John Altdorfer.
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Bess Saunders '22
"Going to school in Downtown Pittsburgh has opened so many opportunities for me. Between all the businesses that are here and the many different events that happen, there is always something to volunteer for or a job opportunity."
Pictured is Bess Saunders. Photo by Natalie Lacek, photography major..
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Jenna Tarson '22
"Based on my conversations with friends at other universities, Point Park's dedication to providing contacts and networking through volunteer opportunities, internships or co-op opportunities is unrivaled. If your education and career goals are your priorities, Point Park cannot be beaten."
Pictured is Jenna Tarson. Submitted photo.
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John Blattenberger '19
"Say yes to any and every opportunity. You never know where it may lead you. Make connections with as many people in your desired industry as you possibly can. This starts by connecting with your professors. Sit in the front of your classes and always ask questions. You or your parents are investing a lot in you. Get your, or their, money’s worth."
Pictured is John Blattenberger. Submitted photo.
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Erin Skiff '22
"I enjoy gaining valuable perspectives in business from multiple angles. The SAEM program provides a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the business world so that you can begin to unfold what interests you most about business and management within SAEM."
Pictured is Erin Skiff. Submitted photo.
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Alysse Baer '21
"I wanted to go to school in the Pittsburgh area, and after looking at surrounding schools, I decided that Point Park would be the university for me. It was one of the only schools in the area with a program solely focused on graphic design."
Pictured is Alysse Baer.
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Marissa Ross '17
"Point Park put me in the position I am in today with landing my dream job. The small class sizes made learning and getting hands-on experiences an easy thing to do. The professors have been in the industry for decades and had personal experiences that they shared with us."
Pictured is Marissa Ross.
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Kim Roberts '15
"The coursework and faculty did an incredible job of preparing me for my career. The classes taught me all of the essential skills, from AP Style to Photoshop, which prepared me for the internships that led to my first full-time job."
Pictured is Kim Roberts. Submitted photo.
Faculty Q&A: Michael Botta, D.S.S. and Sean Martin, Ph.D.
Friday, June 25, 2021 Professors Michael Botta and Sean Martin discuss what students can expect from working in intelligence compared to Hollywood's interpretation of it.
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Mary Grace Uy '21
"I saw that COVID-19 was running rampant, and I wanted to be helpful in some way. I saw that the health care field was in dire need of assistance, and I decided to take initiative."
Pictured is Mary Grace Uy. Submitted photo.
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Kristin (Snapp) Andreassi '17
"I knew the professors still worked in the industry at the area's top publications, leading to relevant course material and meaningful connections. Point Park's location in the city also sets students up for seemingly endless internship and post-grad job opportunities."
Pictured is Kristin (Snapp) Andreassi.
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Kelsee McHugh '21
"I’d recommend Point Park’s multimedia program because of the countless opportunities accessible to you, the professionalism of the program and the caring faculty that ensures you are on the pathway to success."
Pictured is Kelsee McHugh '21.
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Kaitlyn Regulbuto '21
"I have learned a lot about who I am as a person and learner through Point Park. Being here has taught me so much about how to be a good member of the communities I live in and love, as well as how to grow into my own independence. I have become my most authentic self because of the people I have met through Point Park and Pittsburgh."
Pictured is Kaitlyn Regulbuto. Submitted photo.
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Sophia Duff '19
SAEM alumna Sophia Duff works at OMG23, an advertising agency contracted by Disney to handle their in-house media planning.
Pictured is Sophia Duff. Submitted photo.
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Dana Jo DeSantis '21
"I believe the SAEM program is such an outstanding major because of the diverse courses it offers. I’ve had the chance to test out every interest of mine, from creative writing to digital marketing to business law. All of these opportunities have helped me find out what I am most passionate about."
Pictured is Dana Jo DeSantis. Submitted photo.
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Kimberly Keagy '19
"With the hands-on experience in the classroom from day one, I was prepared for internships my sophomore year of college. Do as many internships as possible, the more real-world experience you have will help you excel."
Pictured is Kimberly Keagy.
Pittsburgh Center for Sports Media and Marketing Hosts How to Amplify Your Personal Brand to Land a Job
Tuesday, March 30, 2021 Industry professionals will discuss how students can develop and use their personal brands to help land jobs and internships.
The flier for How to Amplify Your Personal Brand event.
Alumni Profile
Emily VanderMey '20
"Point Park is at the center of everything. There's never a shortage of internships, volunteering or career events. Every professor was kind and generous, whether they were meeting with me, referring me to potential clients or giving support as I was applying to grad programs."
Student Profile
Camryn Drabenstadt '21
"I’ve met so many talented, creative people in my time here, and the relationships I’ve made at my internships and in my program have helped me gain so many new skills, refine my work and projects and reach my goals. I am forever grateful."
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Lauren Clouser '20
"At Point Park, many professors are still working in their fields and are able to provide up-to-date information about the industry and help us make important connections. I was also so excited to get to study in a city where so many opportunities are just a bus ride away."
Pictured is Lauren Clouser. Submitted photo.
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Nathaniel Holzer '22
"The program is so welcoming of everybody no matter what walk of life you are from. It is a breeding ground for creativity and the honing of the craft with a philosophy that everyone should implore: there are no bad ideas."
Alumni Profile
Keera Frye '20
"Being a part of U-View played a huge role in my success. Beyond U-View, the professors do a great job of preparing us for jobs in the media industry."
Pictured is Keera Frye. Submitted photo.
PRSA Pittsburgh Honors Point Park Student and Alumna at 2021 Renaissance Awards
Tuesday, March 2, 2021 Morgan McCoy '19 received the PR Disruptor of the Year Award, and Emily Sjoberg '22 was awarded a $2,000 Bob O'Gara Student Scholarship. 
Candid Career Conversations Foster Learning Amid Pandemic
Friday, February 19, 2021 Point Park University's Professional Career-Readiness Center is engaging with students through Candid Career Conversations, a monthly webinar series hosted on Zoom through which guest speakers and students dive into key career topics together.
Pictured is Village Park. Photo by Megan Gloeckler.
School of Communication Offering B.A. in Sports Communication
Monday, February 15, 2021 The program is aimed at preparing students for careers in sports communication, emphasizing flexibility and skill-building that can encompass any content-creation or other broad-based communication needs of an organization including broadcasting, social media and fan engagement, journalism, public relations and advertising.
Pictured is Nicole Paxinos. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Kara Sayers '20
"Point Park gave me resources to succeed in whatever career path I chose, such as networking events, career fairs and a variety of class options. I felt prepared to dive into life after college."
Pictured is Kara Sayers. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Minnie Jones '23
"By the time I leave Point Park, I plan to have obtained my honors associate’s degree in civil engineering technology from CCAC and my bachelor’s in mechanical engineering with a minor in civil engineering technology from Point Park. I also plan to do the 4+1 program to obtain my master’s in engineering management. If I am able to accomplish this, then I will be able to obtain my career goal of having a variety of careers to pursue. As long as my career incorporates versatility, design and problem-solving, life will be grand."
Pictured is Minnie Jones. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Grace Offerdahl '20
"Point Park and the SAEM program are so hands-on. It really is experiential learning, which makes learning so much more interesting. From internships to the shadowing program in SAEM 101, they really try to get you as much actual experience as possible, so you feel more prepared when you graduate. Also, the location is great, being right in the middle of the city. I liked that I wasn’t separated from the city by a traditional campus, where every building around you is part of the school. I liked that I could walk outside of my dorm in Lawrence Hall and be right in the middle of it all."
Pictured is Grace Offerdahl. Submitted photo.
Point Park Alumni and Student are Building Their Careers at IMS Systems
Monday, January 11, 2021 Point Park University alumni Edberg Dominguez, Angel Melendez and current student Joshua Jackson work for IMS Systems, a manufacturer of measurement solutions for steel and aluminum mills.
Pictured is Edberg Dominguez. Submitted photo.
SAEM Virtual Sports Internship
Thursday, December 17, 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic altered the internship landscape for Sports, Arts & Entertainment Management students seeking sports industry experience this fall. Through leveraging connections within the industry, Assistant Professor Robert Derda, M.S., launched the Virtual Sports Internship program.
Pictured is the Fall 2020 Virtual Sports Internship class. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Kayla Snyder '20
"From my first day at Point Park, we were learning real-world knowledge about the industry. The emphasis of experiential learning allowed me to complete five internships. The professors taught us everything according to industry standards, which prepared me greatly for my first job."
Student Profile
Emoni Jones '21
Emoni Jones, a student in Point Park University's 4+1 B.A./M.A. psychology program, is helping Pittsburgh's street population through a practicum at Bridge Outreach.
Pictured is Emoni Jones. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Hannah Felix '21 '22
Hannah Felix, a student in Point Park University's 4+1 B.A./M.A. psychology program, is facilitating conversations in the community about mental health as an intern at Inside Our Minds.
Pictured is Hannah Felix. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Amanda (King) Finkenbinder '12
"My hands-on courses and internships allowed me to gain skills that the communications industry covets. Also, being able to walk downtown from my internships at KDKA-TV and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette to my courses at Point Park was so convenient. The city was our playground for learning."
Student Profile
Travis Platt '22
Career-Ready: Meet Travis Platt '22, a cinema production major who is interning for the Pittsburgh Film Office.
Pictured is Travis Platt. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Steven Fisher '22
"Knowing Point Park is in the center of Downtown Pittsburgh surrounded by the Big Four accounting firms and so much more, I felt it was the right match knowing that the professors have once worked for the biggest companies in the world. No other school can try to reach Point Park’s level when it comes to experiential learning opportunities," said accounting major Steven Fisher.
Pictured is accounting major Steven Fisher. Submitted photo.
Accounting Majors Intern at Big Four Firm PwC
Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Accounting majors Anjinee Carlisle, Lexie Balkovec and Riley Norman highlight their internship experiences with PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Student Profile
Serena Daywalt '20
Psychology major and Honors Program student Serena Daywalt will present "Targeting Teacher Burnout: Caring for Teachers Can Bring Compassion to the Classroom" at the National Collegiate Honors Council virtual conference this fall.
Pictured is Serena Daywalt. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Marlee Pinchok '20
"The atmosphere that surrounds Point Park in Downtown Pittsburgh is filled with opportunities for real-world experience at my fingertips. Because of freelance opportunities working directly within the broadcasting business, I’ve been able to improve my skills early on."
Pictured is Marlee Pinchok. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Walter Britton II, '20
Meet Walter Britton II, a business management major focused in marketing and sales, and a business development representative intern for Cloud Adoption Solutions.
Pictured is business management student Walter Britton.
Alumni Profile
Taylor Fareri '13
Alumna Taylor Fareri '13 was nominated for her second Emmy award as a television news producer.
Pictured is Taylor Fareri. Submitted photo
School of Communication Program Spotlight: B.A. in Broadcast Production and Media Management
Monday, August 10, 2020 "New students can be active in their major and get involved with student media from day one. They can join U-View — Point Park's student broadcasting network — and crew a show, host an on-air segment or even produce their own content. Additionally, with minimal training, they can produce their own show on WPPJ, our student-run radio station," said Robin Cecala, Ph.D., associate professor of broadcast production.
Alumni Profile
Robelin Bautista '19
Meet Robelin Bautista, a sports, arts and entertainment management December 2019 graduate from El Seibo, Dominican Republic, and Gulf Coast League player development intern for the Toronto Blue Jays Major League Baseball team.
Pictured is SAEM alumnus and Toronto Blue Jays intern Robelin Bautista. Photo submitted by Bautista.
Student Profile
Meghan Macioce '22
"I can’t stress enough how great Point Park’s location is to companies around Pittsburgh. As an undergraduate student, I had the ability to go to my internships in the morning and then walk to class in the afternoon."
Pictured is Meghan Macioce. Submitted photo
Jessica Hobson's Viewpoint: Providing Career Training to Those Who Need It
Monday, July 27, 2020 Jessica Hobson, M.A., director of career-readiness at Point Park University, wrote an op-ed for the Pittsburgh Business Times about the University's commitment to providing career resources and training to students and alumni through the Professional Career-Readiness Center. 
Pictured is Jessica Hobson, director of career-readiness at Point Park University. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Louis Schoen '21
Meet Louis Schoen, a political science major and social justice studies minor, who is interning this summer for "The People's Office," represented by Jake Wheatley Jr., through the Partner4Work organization.
Pictured is political science major Louis Schoen.
A Q&A with School of Communication Faculty
Thursday, June 25, 2020 "Multimedia is a perfect major for students who are curious, motivated and excited by new things. It really is a jack-of-all-trades major. It allows students the opportunity to learn writing, web design, photography, video production and more. Students in the program are well-rounded, have diverse skills and interests and love playing with new technology. Multimedia students are perfectly suited to work at small businesses and nonprofits that appreciate someone who can do it all," said Heather Starr Fiedler, Ph.D.
An aerial image of Village Park. Photo | Chase Barron
Student Profile
Stacey Federoff '21
"At Point Park, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of new industries and built relationships with fellow students, faculty and industry leaders. It was a big decision for me to go back to school full-time, but I am so glad that I did," said Federoff.
A Q&A With Rick Hawkins, Senior Teaching Artist and Emmy-Winning Screenwriter
Friday, June 19, 2020 "As an Emmy-winning screenwriter with three decades of writing and executive producing successful TV series, I helped to create a screenwriting program at Point Park that included all the practical and artistic opportunities that I wish had been available to me when I was a student. I consider it a joy and a privilege to be able to mentor and share with young writers their artistic journeys toward professionalism."
Student Profile
Taylor Spirito '21
"My internship was all about handling the media to ensure they had the proper resources to do their jobs ... It feels like I had a networking opportunity everywhere I turned! My job led to me constantly being surrounded by professionals not just in the Penguins organization, but media from all over the country and beyond," said Spirito.
Pictured is Taylor Spirito. Submitted photo
Faculty Emphasize the Essential Career Field of Business Management
Thursday, June 4, 2020 Rowland School of Business faculty discuss what makes the business management major at Point Park University stand apart from other universities with similar programs.
Pictured are Rowland School of Business students at a Women In Industry Speaker Series event. Photo by Alexander Grubbs
Spotlight on the Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major: A Q&A with SAEM Faculty
Wednesday, June 3, 2020 Sports, arts and entertainment management faculty Kendra Ross, Paige Beal, Teresa Gregory and Robert Derda discuss what makes the SAEM major at Point Park University special.
Pictured are SAEM students and faculty at the 2019 Pollstar Live! conference in Beverly Hills, Calif.
A Q&A with Public Relations and Advertising Faculty
Wednesday, June 3, 2020 "What differentiates us from other programs is how exhaustive the experience is. Not only do students learn the theoretical and practical underpinnings of the work they are executing, but they also develop critical thinking skills that turn them into real assets for companies. Our students don’t just simply know how to write a press release; they are critical thinkers, problem solvers and strategists," said Jenna Lo Castro, Ph.D., assistant professor.
Tom Loftus, chief marketing officer at VisitPITTSBURGH, presented "How Being Crazy Creative Can Make Your Campaign a Winner" to Point Park students. Photo | Hannah Johnston
Alumni Profile
Samiar Nefzi '19
Meet School of Communication alumnus Samiar Nefzi '19, a reporter/fill-in anchor at WJET/WFXP in Erie, Pa.
Pictured is Samiar Nefzi. Submitted photo.
Student Profile
Mallory Neil '23
"I chose Point Park when I found out about all of the opportunities students were getting, and not just juniors and seniors, but freshmen and sophomores, too! When I toured, they told me if I wanted the opportunities to go after them."
Student Profile
Tiffany Walker '21
Cinema production Major Tiffany Walker is gaining hands-on experience as a Dream Big Studio Intern at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Pictured is Tiffany Walker. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Kayla Snyder '20
Public relations and advertising major Kayla Snyder is a new business marketing intern with Beyond Spots & Dots Ad Agency.
Pictured is Kayla Snyder. Photo | Nick Koehler
Student Profile
Mara Meyer '20
Learn about transfer SAEM major Mara Meyer's social media internship with Misra Records.
Pictured is SAEM student Mara Meyer. Photo submitted by Meyer.
Student Profile
Nicole Fuschino '20
"My internship at the TODAY Show was a dream come true ... Without taking advantage of the opportunities Pittsburgh and Point Park had to offer, I am confident that I would have never been able to intern at TODAY."
Pictured is Nicole Fuschino. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Marlee Pinchok '21
"I chose Point Park because from the moment I started looking at this school, I knew it would provide me with exceptional hands-on experience both inside and outside of the classroom," said School of Communication student Marlee Pinchok.
Pictured is Marlee Pinchok. Photo | Rhianna Davis
Co-op and Internship Panel Prepares Career Paths for Literary Arts and Social Justice Studies Students
Thursday, November 7, 2019 Through a co-op and internship panel event hosted by the Department of Literary Arts and Social Justice, Point Park University students learned how their English, creative writing and social justice studies programs are preparing them for career opportunities in editing, publishing, event planning, teaching, nonprofit work and many other areas.
Ocean City Police Officers Discuss Summer Career Opportunities with Criminal Justice and Forensic Science Students
Thursday, October 24, 2019 Officers Connor Finch and Yovanny Ramirez from the Ocean City Police Department recently met with several criminal justice and forensic science classes at Point Park University to discuss the various career-related summer opportunities with OCPD available to students. 
Point Blank Comedy Club Hosts “Yinz'prov: College Comedy N'at”
Wednesday, October 16, 2019 Point Blank Comedy Club at Point Park University recently hosted “Yinz'prov: A Steel City Celebration of Comedy N’At,” in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University, University of Pittsburgh and Mosaic Media Group, at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. 
Student Profile
Malle Winters '20
"Studying directing at Point Park has had a huge influence on me, and I was lucky to be able to test myself in a professional setting. I feel totally prepared as both a director and performer because of my training at Point Park."
Pictured is Malle Winters. Photo | Emma Federkeil
Student Profile
Nate Grossi '20
Meet Nate Grossi, a senior sports, arts and entertainment management major from Tuscarawas Valley High School in Bolivar, Ohio.
Pictured is Nate Grossi, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major
Student Profile
Dara Collins '20
"The faculty do an amazing job of allowing students to become well-rounded young professionals. I owe much of my success to the activities completed in-and-out of the classroom, but more importantly, the connections I've made in this city through the faculty at Point Park."
Pictured is Dara Collins. Photo | Hannah Johnston
Point Park University Launches Professional Career Readiness Center
Monday, August 19, 2019 Responding to the demand for a professional, qualified workforce to address the needs of the region’s growing economy, Point Park University has established the Professional Career Readiness Center to provide students with unique opportunities for experiential learning, career readiness and success in the professional world.   
Pictured is Point Park alumna Amber Mole.
Student Profile
Mya Pici '21
Meet Mya Pici, a junior sports, arts and entertainment management major from Spring Hill, Fla.
Pictured is Mya Pici, sports, arts and entertainment management major
Alumni Profile
Calyx Deroche '19
Calyx Deroche earned a B.A. in cinema production in three years at Point Park. Before graduating, she interned at WQED and was recently hired as a Next Generation Fellow, an intensive training program for aspiring content creators.
Pictured is alumna Calyx Deroche at WQED. Photo | Hannah Johnston
Student Profile
Allison Schubert '20
Meet Allison Schubert, a broadcast reporting major from Butler Area High School in Butler, Pa.
Pictured is Allison Schubert, broadcast reporting major
Student Profile
Dev Darshan Rajpuriya '19
Meet Dev Darshan Rajpuriya, an M.S. in engineering management graduate student and intern for Connect Wolf.
Pictured is M.S. engineering management student Dev Darshan Rajpuriya. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Point Park Faculty Member Connects Engineering Students to Internships With Her Tech Company
Friday, July 12, 2019 Electrical engineering technology majors Talal Alrasheed and Khalid Alzahrani; electrical engineering major Joshua Jackson and M.S. in engineering management graduate student Dev Darshan Rajpuriya, are interning this summer for Connect Wolf, a tech start-up connection company founded by CEO Jennifer Sydeski Hurd, a part-time professor for Point Park University.
Pictured left to right are Talal Alrasheed, Joshua Jackson, Khalid Alzahrani and Dev Darshan Rajpuriya. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Student Profile
Talal Alrasheed '19
Meet Talal Alrasheed, an electrical engineering technology student interning for Connect Wolf.
Pictured is electrical engineering technology student Talal Alrasheed. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Student Profile
Khalid Alzahrani '19
Meet Khalid Alzahrani, an electrical engineering technology student interning for Connect Wolf.
Pictured is electrical engineering technology student Khalid Alzahrani.
Student Profile
Joshua Jackson '20
Meet Joshua Jackson, an electrical engineering student interning for Connect Wolf.
Pictured is electrical engineering student Joshua Jackson. Photo by Hannah Johnston
Alumni Profile
Brittany Hoke '10
"I think Point Park is one of the most well-connected schools in the area. Our professors worked in the industry in Pittsburgh, which is huge. Learning from them and being able to go to them for advice long after graduation day has been invaluable." - Brittany Hoke, anchor/reporter, WTAE-TV
Pictured is Brittany Hoke. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Kelly Tran '20
"I’ve gotten a taste of how hard it is out there and how many people want the same things I want. I thought I was hardworking and passionate before, but now I’m aggressively hardworking and passionate," said Kelly Tran, cinema production major.
Pictured is Kelly Tran. Submitted photo
Alumni Profile
Miranda Van Bramer '17
Meet School of Communication alumna Miranda Van Bramer, on-air talent and promotions assistant for BIG 104.7 FM/iHeartMedia Pittsburgh.
Pictured is Miranda Van Bramer. Photo | Brandy Richey
Student Profile
Bryana Appley '21
Meet Bryana Appley, a junior sports, arts and entertainment management student and winner of $20,000 in scholarships from the Taco Bell Foundation.
Pictured is SAEM student Bryana Appley. Photo by Lauren Killian
Student Profile
Sydney Patton '19
Meet Sydney Patton, SAEM senior and marketing coordinator for Flying Cork.
Pictured is Sydney Patton, sports, arts and entertainment management major
Student Profile
Meghan Macioce '19
Meghan Macioce is a broadcast reporting major from Murrysville, Pa.
Pictured is Megahan Macioce, Broadcast Reporting Major
Student Profile
Claire Costello '19
School of Communication student Claire Costello discusses her internship at WPXI and her experience at Point Park.
Pictured is Claire Costello. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Screenwriting Major Gaining Professional Experience as Artistic Intern for Production with Pittsburgh CLO
"Point Park was the only undergraduate film program I applied to that focused solely on narrative filmmaking and storytelling. Being in a narrative program gives me the space to really flex my creativity, learn from my mistakes and grow as an artist."
Pictured is Rania Draklellis. Photo | Grace Ruiz
Student Profile
Olga Herrera '19
Meet Olga Herrera, a senior HR management major and human resources intern for MARC USA.
Pictured is HR management major Olga Herrera. Photo by Emma Federkeil
Alumni Profile
Miranda Peel '18
Meet Miranda Peel, a 2018 sports, arts and entertainment management alumna and guest experience services professional intern for Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts.
Pictured is SAEM alumna Miranda Peel. Photo submitted by Peel.
Alumni Profile
Jessica Joseph '17
"Get an internship as soon as possible. You can sit in a classroom and learn all about how to use certain tools to help you create something meaningful, but nothing compares to experience. Internships give you an inside look into your desired field without working full time."
Pictured is alumna Jessica Joseph at Apple Box Studios. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Beth Turnbull '18
Meet Beth Turnbull, mass communication major.
Pictured is Beth Turnbull, mass communication major.
Student Profile
Maxwell Namey '19
Meet Maxwell Namey, a senior forensic science major interning for the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office.
Pictured is forensic science student Maxwell Namey. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Student Profile
Anna Wolf '20
Meet Anna Wolf, junior public relations and advertising major from Butler, Pa.
Pictured is Anna Wolf, public relations and advertising major.
Student Profile
Alyssa Waldron '19
Meet Alyssa Waldron, a senior history major and gallery intern for Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood.
Pictured is history major Alyssa Waldron. Photo by Nick Koehler.
Ocean City Police Department Officers Meet with Criminal Justice Classes to Discuss Summer Opportunities
Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Members of the Ocean City Police Department traveled more than six hours to meet with students in criminal justice classes, taught by Edward Strimlan, M.D., and Richard Linzer, J.D., and discuss opportunities to gain hands-on career experience in the field with their department this summer. 
Pictured is an Ocean City Police Department officer presenting to criminal justice students. Photo by Gina Puppo
Student Profile
Keely Sapienza '19
Meet Keely Sapienza, a sports, arts and entertainment management major and marketing intern for Stage AE.
Pictured is Keely Sapienza, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major. Photo by Grace Ruiz
Student Profile
Sabrina Bodon '19
"I always knew I wanted to study journalism, but not many schools have a journalism major that focuses on experiential learning versus theory ... Being able to learn from professors who have first-hand experience and connections within the city helped me every day."
Pictured is Sabrina Bodon at The New York Times. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Jevin Fluegel '20
Junior sports, arts and entertainment management major Jevin Fluegel worked for Major League Baseball in Washington, D.C., this summer.
Pictured is SAEM student Jevin Fluegel. Photo submitted by Fluegel.
Student Profile
Charlotte Primrose '19
Meet co-op student Charlotte Primrose, business management major and management intern for Eat’n Park Hospitality Group.
Pictured is Point Park student Charlotte Primrose. Photo by Nick Koehler.
Student Profile
Courtney List '19
Meet Courtney List, a senior public relations and advertising major who is a community relations intern with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pictured is Courtney List. Photo | Brandy Richey
Alumni Profile
Brittany Lauffer is Deputy Director of Communications for Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Since graduating from Point Park in 2016, Brittany Lauffer has worked as a multimedia journalist for Erie News Now, and is currently the deputy director of communications for the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.
Pictured is Brittany Lauffer. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Conor Mendelson '19
Meet Conor Mendelson, a senior accounting major who landed a summer internship in the biotech industry.
Pictured is accounting major Conor Mendelson. Photo by Kelleigh Kennedy.
Student Profile
Julie Bowser '19
Among thousands of applicants, Julie Bowser was one of only 50 students selected nationwide for the Television Academy Foundation’s 2018 Internship Program.
Pictured is SAEM student Julie Bowser. Photo by Margaret Pfeffer
Student Profile
Paula Ambrose '20
Meet Paula Ambrose, a biological sciences major concentrating in cellular/molecular biology, and a conservation biology intern for Allegheny Land Trust.
Pictured is biological sciences student and Allegheny Land Trust intern Paula Ambrose. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Student Profile
Kimberly Keagy Studies at the Institute of Political Journalism During Internship with Al-Arabiya News Channel
Broadcast reporting major Kimberly Keagy is studying at the Institute of Political Journalism during her internship with Al-Arabiya News Channel in Washington, D.C.
Pictured is Kimberly Keagy. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Mitchum Donatelli '20
Meet Mitchum Donatelli, a sports, arts and entertainment management student and entertainment operations intern for Heinz Field/PSSI Stadium, LLC., this summer.
Pictured is SAEM major Mitchum Donatelli outside of Heinz Field. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Student Profile
Meet Keera Frye, Communications Intern, The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County
"As the communications intern, I’m managing social media accounts, writing press releases and content for the website, as well as photographing and promoting events," Frye said.
Pictured is Keera Frye. Photo | Rachel Garstecki
Student Profile
Morgan McCoy '19
Public relations and advertising major Morgan McCoy is an event planning intern at Grant Street Group.
Pictured is Morgan McCoy. Photo | Brandy Richey
Forensic Science Majors Gaining Experience Working for Ocean City Police Department this Summer
Wednesday, June 27, 2018 Forensic science students Jordan Cook-Henry, Gillian Stinson and Mindy Vivio are interning as public safety aides this summer for the Ocean City Police Department in Maryland.
Pictured left to right are Gillian Stinson, Jordan Cook-Henry, Mindy Vivio.
Student Profile
Jordan Cook-Henry '19
"My career goals include one day either working as a criminal investigator or a forensic pathologist both of which my degree in forensic science can help me reach. The courses offered at Point Park, along with guidance of my advisor, Dr. Edward Strimlan, has helped me set a path for various career choices."
Pictured is forensic science student Jordan Cook-Henry.
Student Profile
Gillian Stinson '19
"What made Point Park stand out to me was the location in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh. The forensic science program offers hands-on experience in the crime scene house. Also, the knowledge and experiences of Dr. Edward Strimlan were too great to pass up."
Pictured is forensic science student Gillian Stinson.
Student Profile
Mindy Vivio '19
"The summer before my senior year of high school I attended the CSI Summer Camp that Point Park offers and realized that I really loved the things that I learned there and the hands-on experience I had gained just from the few days at the camp. From that point on, I knew I had to be accepted to Point Park and major in forensic science."
Pictured is forensic science student Mindy Vivio.
Student Profile
Animation Major Noah Ondik Works Alongside Creatives at Animal Production Studio
"Without the knowledge I acquired in my animation classes on various programs, I would not be able to understand what Animal staff are referring to when discussing projects in meetings or when new design techniques are being taught to me."
Pictured is Noah Ondik at Animal in Downtown Pittsburgh. Photo | Jared Murphy
Journalism Majors Awarded Scholarships at Golden Quill Awards
Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Francesca Dabecco won the Bob Fryer Memorial Scholarship and Victoria Bails was awarded the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania Scholarship.
Pictured are Francesca Dabecco and Victoria Bails. Photo | Jared Murphy
Student Profile
Cristy Crawshaw '20
Meet Cristy Crawshaw, a junior sports, arts and entertainment management major interning for the Pittsburgh CLO this summer.
Pictured is SAEM student Cristy Crawshaw. Photo by Brandy Richey
Student Profile
Autumn Barszczowski, '19
"The opportunities I have had here are endless. On top of the guest speakers that all of my professors bring in to talk and network with, I have had the chance to hold numerous leadership positions, attend conferences and take on six different internships."
Pictured is Autumn Barszczowski, Public Relations and Advertising Major
Alumni Profile
Taren Lumley '18
Learn how Taren Lumley landed her internship with The Pittsburgh Foundation.
Pictured is SAEM 2018 graduate Taren Lumley. Photo by Jared Murphy.
Alumni Profile
Alumni Profile: Meet Kariann Mano, Assistant Account Executive, Havas PR Pittsburgh
"As an assistant account executive, I am responsible for creating content for social media, blog posts and newsletters, reviewing content for educational resources, media outreach to key trades and occasionally national media, and coordinate with vendors for trade show participation," she said.
Pictured is alumna Kariann Mano. Photo | Nick Koehler
Student Profile
Brandy Richey '19
"My biggest advice to incoming students is to get involved with something that can open you up to opportunities and network like crazy!"
Pictured is Brandy Richey, Multimedia Major
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Nick Koehler, Photojournalism Major
"When I decided to transfer, Point Park was an easy decision for the Downtown opportunities, the campus and the talented students," Koehler said.
Pictured is Nick Koehler, Photojournalism major
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Kooper Sheeley, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major
Pictured is Kooper Sheeley, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major
Student Profile
Michael Williams '18
Meet senior accounting major Michael Williams and learn about his tax internship with Herbein + Company in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Pictured is accounting student Michael Williams. Photo by Randall Coleman.
Student Profile
Jennifer Murtha '19
Meet commuter student Jennifer Murtha, a graduate of Keystone Oaks High School.
Pictured is HR management student Jennifer Murtha. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Ashley Williams, Theatre Arts: Performance and Practices Major
Pictured is Ashley Williams, Theatre Arts: Performances and Practices Major
Student Profile
John Blattenberger '19
Meet SAEM student John Blattenberger, partnership marketing support intern for the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Pictured is SAEM student John Blattenberger on the ice at PPG Paints Arena. Photo by Brandy Richey.
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Allissa Logsdon, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major
Pictured is Allissa Logsdon, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Baylee Zimmerman, SAEM Major and Pittsburgh Steelers Intern
”Visiting campus and talking to professors about the opportunities available to students sealed the deal for me. From the moment I set foot on campus, I knew that Point Park was the right school for me."
Pictured is Baylee Zimmerman, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management major
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Jess Paterchak, Broadcast Production Major
Pictured is Jess Paterchak, broadcast production and media management major
Alumni Profile
Alumni Profile: David Flora, Senior Producer/Editor, Detroit Pistons
"I believe I landed my current job because of my education and experiences in the field. I also made sure to have a clean and concise resume as well as a solid demo reel."
Pictured is alumnus David Flora.
Accounting Majors Win 2018 Outstanding Student Achievement Awards
Friday, February 2, 2018 Chereese Langley and Andre Bennett both won 2018 Outstanding Accounting Student Achievement Awards from the Pittsburgh Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors.
Pictured are accounting students Chereese Langley and Andre Bennett. | Photo by Brandy Richey
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Josh Croup, Broadcast Reporting Major
Pictured is Josh Croup, broadcast reporting major.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Josh Croup
Friday, January 12, 2018
Point Park Partners With Institute of World Politics
Wednesday, January 10, 2018 The IWP signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Point Park University, offering many benefits to CJIS students and alumni.
Pictured left to right are Michael Botta, Tim Stebbins and Gregory Rogers. | Photo by The Institute of World Politics.
Interning at CONAN: SAEM Student Discusses Her Experience as a Talent Intern in Los Angeles
Thursday, September 7, 2017 Learn about Cassandra Crisp's talent internship with CONAN.
Alumnae Ali Geroche and Anaya Bobst Land Prestigious Dance Internship with The Yard
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Gaining Experience in the Arts: SAEM Major Interns for Gamut Theatre Group in Harrisburg
Wednesday, August 16, 2017 Meet SAEM major Sydney Patton.
Behind the Scenes at WQED Multimedia with Point Park Alumni Alisyn Blackwell and Zak Boyle
Friday, August 4, 2017
From Point Park to Pittsburgh CLO: Summer Season Casts Students, Alumni On-and-Off Stage
Thursday, August 3, 2017
Student Spotlight: Lauren Gerlowski, Dance and Global Cultural Studies Double Major
Thursday, July 27, 2017
Broadcast Major Sara Mackulin is a Media Relations Intern for the Pittsburgh Pirates
Monday, July 17, 2017
Francesca Fronzaglio Receives Media Association of Pittsburgh Scholarship
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
HR Management Major Lands Summer Internship With Great Lakes Behavioral Research Institute
Tuesday, June 20, 2017 Meet Lauren Androstic, human resources intern for Great Lakes Behavioral Research Institute.
Alumni Profile
Kelly Sasso
"The classes I took required that I go out and shoot and write stories on tight deadlines - sometimes solo, sometimes in a team - which is the exact skill you need when you take your first job," said Sasso.
Pictured is alumna Kelly Sasso.
Brandon Camic '16, '18
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 Meet Brandon Camic, staff accountant with Federated Investors, Inc., and a current MBA student at Point Park.
Student Profile
A Social Summer: SAEM Student Interning for Love Social Media in Pittsburgh
Meet Megan Thorpe, sports, arts and entertainment management major and social media intern for Love Social Media.
Pictured is SAEM major Megan Thorpe. Photo submitted by Thorpe
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Maggie McCauley, Broadcast Reporting and Public Relations / Advertising Major
Pictured is Maggie McCauley, Broadcast Reporting and Public Relations / Advertising Major
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#PittsburghMe: Meet Jessica Joseph, Multimedia Major
Pictured is Jessica Joseph, Multimedia Major
Pioneer Records and COPA Collaborate for Concert at Playhouse to Raise Awareness About Sexual Assault
Friday, April 14, 2017
Students Enjoy Learning Dining Etiquette With a Side of Professional Networking
Friday, April 7, 2017 Point Park University's Annual Etiquette Dinner allowed more than 50 students across all majors to network with employers while practicing their dining etiquette over appetizers and a gourmet meal.
Pittsburgh Center for Sports Media and Marketing Welcomes Alumnus Miles Ritenour
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Finance Internship Puts Business Double Major on Solid Path to a Public Accounting Career
Wednesday, March 15, 2017 Meet Bradley Calleja, accounting finance intern for Flagship Business Plans and Consulting.
SAEM Alumna Marketing True Runner, Chelsea Collective Brands for Dick's Sporting Goods
Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Meet Rebecca Shore, marketing planning specialist and 2015 alumna.
2015 Alumna Caroline Collins is an Anchor and Reporter for WFMJ in Youngstown, Ohio
Tuesday, February 28, 2017 "Thanks to my knowledgeable professors and hands-on classes at Point Park University, I am living my dream! I am currently a television news anchor and reporter in my hometown viewing area, a station I grew up watching."
Pictured is Caroline Collins.
Students Meet Recruiters and Industry Professionals at Career Fair and Panel Discussions
Thursday, February 16, 2017 From PNC Financial Services to Live Nation Entertainment, Point Park University students and alumni networked with more than 70 recruiters at the Spring Internship and Job Fair, held Feb. 9 in the Student Center.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Amber Mole, Business Management and Accounting Major
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Forensic Science Majors Intern at Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office
Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Senior forensic science majors Leanna Brooks and Alex Pochiba spent their fall semesters interning for the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office.
Alex Pochiba, Drug Chemistry Intern for Allegheny County Medical Examiner
Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Pochiba is a forensic science major with minors in intelligence and national security, biological sciences and chemistry.
Leanna Brooks, Autopsy/Investigations Intern for Allegheny County Medical Examiner
Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Brooks double majored in forensic science and biological sciences.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Lauren Joseph, Public Relations and Advertising Major
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
Making Magical Memories: SAEM Students Spend Semester Interning at Disney World
Friday, December 2, 2016 Junior sports, arts and entertainment management majors Ryan McMahon, Miranda Peel and Olivia Siemer are spending their semester in Florida interning for one of the world's most-admired entertainment companies — Walt Disney World.
Internship Profile: Trever Sheets, KDKA-TV
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Classes, UPMC Internship Prepare Accounting, Business Double Major for the Real World
Monday, October 10, 2016
Internship Leads to Position with NBC's American Ninja Warrior for M.F.A. Alumna
Thursday, October 6, 2016 "The M.F.A. program helped open doors for me ... I got my job through my internship, and I wouldn't have gotten my internship without being in the M.F.A. program.”
Point Park's Fall Internship and Job Fair Brings 110 Employers to Campus
Tuesday, October 4, 2016 Recruiters from 110 business and organizations throughout the Pittsburgh area came to Point Park Sept. 27 looking to hire full-and part-time employees, as well as interns, for a variety of positions.
Security Internship Leads to Full-Time Position for Intelligence and National Security Alumnus
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 Meet Ryan Howley, facility security officer for the Software Engineering Institute of Carnegie Mellon University.
Screenwriting Major Learns the Craft of Writing a Script and Storytelling at Point Park
Tuesday, September 27, 2016 "The screenwriting program at Point Park has taught me so many important, intricate details on not only the craft of writing a script, but the craft of storytelling as a whole, as well as how the cinema industry works."
Pictured is Paige Staudt.
Madison Square Garden's VIP Services Coordinator is a 2014 SAEM Alumna
Thursday, September 1, 2016 Meet 2014 SAEM alumna Meredith Savage.
Founder of 'Eat That, Read This' Blog Visits Point Park
Friday, August 12, 2016
SAEM Major Gains Experience Working in Live Entertainment Management this Summer
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
SAEM Student Transfers Passion for Running Into Special Events Summer Internship
Monday, August 1, 2016 Meet transfer student Emily Maxwell, special events intern for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Alex Grubbs Covers Stories on Capitol Hill During Internship with Media Research Center
Thursday, July 21, 2016 "Point Park is one of the best schools to get an education if you're ready to work ... Not only will you have professors who are qualified in their respective fields, but also you will meet people who are as dedicated as you. I've learned so much in my two years so far, and I wouldn't be the person I am today without this school," he said.
Transfer Student Neil Strebig is an Editorial Intern for Pittsburgh Magazine
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Veteran, Human Resource Management Student Interning for PNC this Summer
Tuesday, July 5, 2016 Meet Denton Poe, HR talent acquisition intern for PNC.
SAEM Student Interviews Musicians at CMA Week, Country Music Festival in Nashville
Friday, July 1, 2016 Meet Angela Thomas, SAEM major and journalist for Stage Right Secrets.
Rebecca Painter Gains Hands-On Experience Interning for PJR Photography and Studio, LLC
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 "The thing I love the most about Point Park's photography program is that we are free to be as creative as we want. ... This is the best program I could have chosen for my education."
Pictured is Rebecca Painter.
Criminal Justice Major Interning for Pittsburgh Department of City Planning this Summer
Monday, June 27, 2016 Meet Michael Hansom, American Disabilities Act Compliance Intern for the Pittsburgh Department of City Planning.
Alumni, Students Share Experiences Working and Interning During the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 As the Pittsburgh Penguins clinched the Stanley Cup June 12, several Point Park University alumni and students had a lot to celebrate — including the experience of working or interning for a championship professional sports team.
Broadcast Major Josh Croup Gains Real-World Experience Interning with Pittsburgh Pirates
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Meet M.A. Student Candice McDermott, Marketing Intern, Edgar Snyder & Associates
Friday, June 10, 2016 "I found that the M.A. in Media Communication was a great fit for my interests and career goals. I like the flexibility in the programs, like on ground, hybrid and online courses," she said.
SAEM Alumna Working in Monaco for a Leading Producer of Film Finance Conferences
Monday, June 6, 2016 Meet Lucy Osinski, business development consultant for Winston Baker.
SAEM Students and Alumni Work at Beyoncé Concert
Friday, June 3, 2016 Seven sports, arts and entertainment management students and alumni had the opportunity to work in VIP services, production running and floor seating at Beyoncé's The Formation World Tour May 31 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.
SAEM Student Profile: Sean Dillon, Media Relations Intern for the Penguins
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
2015 Alumna Landed Associate Position With Top Pittsburgh Accounting Firm Before Graduating
Monday, April 25, 2016 Meet Mariah Jensen, audit associate for HBK CPAs & Consultants.
Journalism Major Jessica Federkeil Wins Women's Press Club Scholarship
Thursday, April 21, 2016
Screenwriting Major Lands Internship at Pittsburgh CLO with Help from Professor
Thursday, April 21, 2016 "My professors have come through for me time and time again. They helped me land my internships and are constantly invested in my development as a writer. Their input is invaluable and I am so thankful for their support."
Pictured is Jocelyn Rick.
Student Spotlight: Meet Maggie McCauley, Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon Intern
Monday, April 11, 2016
#PittsburghMe: Meet Don Noel Ranasinghe, Broadcast Production Major and U-View Programming Director
Monday, April 11, 2016
Classes, Internships and Job with Pens-TV Set Up Stone Swiess for Professional Success
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
#PittsburghMe: Meet Isabella Levy, Public Relations and Advertising Major
Monday, March 14, 2016
SAEM Student Profile: Evan Pearson, Promotions Intern for Pioneer Records
Thursday, March 3, 2016 Read about Pearson's experiences as a promotions intern for Pioneer Records.
2014 Broadcasting Alumna Kelsie Metzgar is the Johnstown Bureau Reporter for WTAJ-TV
Tuesday, February 16, 2016 "I received my job offer a week after graduating in December 2014. I credit my success in landing a job to some of the wonderful faculty at Point Park who supported me," she said.
2015 Communication Alumnus James Hill is Special Assistant to Mayor William Peduto
Tuesday, February 9, 2016 "My Point Park experience is truly memorable. The people I've met, the friends I've made and the teachers who had to put up with me made my experience. Learning from professors who truly care about you is the best experience any student could ask for," he said.
Public Relations and Advertising Major Abbey Newhouse Interns at Pittsburgh Film Office
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
#PittsburghMe: Meet Kyle Anthony, Broadcast Reporting Major
Monday, January 25, 2016
Students Connect with Employers for Internships, Jobs at Baseball Winter Meetings
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Internship Leads to Full-Time Job at Post-Gazette for 2014 Alumnus Andrew Goldstein
Tuesday, January 12, 2016 "The professors at Point Park took me from being a novice writer to someone who could jump into the Post-Gazette and get up to speed quickly in a fast-paced newsroom environment," he said.
2014 Broadcasting Alumna Elena LaQuatra is WTAE's 4 the 412 Host and Miss Pennsylvania USA
Friday, January 8, 2016 "I chose Point Park for several reasons - I really liked the location in Downtown Pittsburgh, class sizes are small and I wanted the one-on-one experience with my professors, the broadcast program is top notch and I was lucky enough to receive scholarships. It made sense for me to choose Point Park and I'm so glad I did," she said.
Internship and hard work advance alumna's career to promotions manager for CBS Radio
Friday, December 18, 2015 Meet Kayla Seybert.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Ryan Bitzer, Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management Major
Monday, December 14, 2015
Internship Profile: Kariann Mano, Marketing and Community Affairs, Carnegie Science Center
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Public Relations and Advertising Students Attend PRSSA Conference in Atlanta
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Accounting Students Earn Second and Third Place at Case Study Competition
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Pittsburgh Pirates Execs Offer SAEM Students Advice on Internships, Networking, Careers
Thursday, November 12, 2015
2014 Accounting Alumna Investigates IRS Fraud as Auditor for U.S. Treasury Inspector General
Tuesday, November 10, 2015 Meet Paige Krivda, auditor for the U.S. Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.
Cinema Major Expands Professional Network, Gains Experience at International Film Festival
Monday, November 2, 2015
Pittsburgh Marketing Professionals Give Business Students Career Insight and Advice
Thursday, October 29, 2015 Five Pittsburgh marketing management professionals working in a variety of industries — from banking and fashion to higher education and retail — led a panel discussion about careers and networking at Instructor Chris Lovett's Advanced Marketing Management class Oct. 2.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Madison Krupp, Journalism Major
Monday, October 19, 2015
Career fair lets students connect with employers for internships, jobs
Friday, October 16, 2015
#PittsburghMe: Meet Christine Manganas, Journalism Major
Monday, October 12, 2015
2013 Alumna Celina Pompeani Wins Emmy
Tuesday, October 6, 2015 Less than two years after graduating from Point Park, alumna Celina Pompeani is an Emmy Award-winning host of Pens Trends, an online show that highlights what's trending with the Pittsburgh Penguins on social media.
Less than two years after graduating from Point Park, alumna Celina Pompeani is an Emmy Award-winning host of Pens Trends, an online show that highlights what's trending with the Pittsburgh Penguins on social media.
Internship Leads to Full-Time Job at Blender, Inc. for Alumna Katy Albert
Wednesday, September 30, 2015 "Point Park is a dynamic and creative place that is bursting with opportunity and excitement. Considering the city environment, industry-seasoned professors and dedication to hands-on learning, Point Park was the ideal fit for me," she said.
Students Gain Workplace Experience, Make Industry Connections During Summer Internships
Friday, September 25, 2015
Alumni Profile: Meet Rebecca Kuzar, Friends of Flight 93 National Memorial
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Psychology Transfer Student Gains Various Data, Contracts Experience Interning for GNC
Wednesday, September 2, 2015 Meet Brian Smith and learn about his internship with GNC.
Transfer Student Gains Writing, Editing Experience During Internship at Tribune-Review
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
#PittsburghMe: Meet Public Relations and Advertising Major Emmiley Stern
Monday, August 31, 2015
SAEM Majors Gain Event Management Experience Interning for Live Nation
Friday, August 28, 2015
SAEM 2015 Grad, Transfer Student Working for the Warhol Museum and Peony Entertainment
Monday, August 24, 2015 Meet Christine Schell, special events associate and social media associate.
Career Development Center Helps Business Transfer Student Land Prudential Internship
Wednesday, August 19, 2015 Meet Ben Katz, financial professional associate for Prudential.
Point Park Experience Prepares Broadcast Student to Succeed at WQED Internship
Monday, August 17, 2015
Internship Leads to Full-Time Accounting Position at Schneider Downs for 2014 Alumna
Friday, August 14, 2015 Meet Jessica Calzi, staff accountant for Schneider Downs.
Brittany Lauffer Gains Interviewing and Reporting Experience as KDKA-TV News Intern
Friday, July 31, 2015
Accounting Major Scores Summer Internship With Big Four Audit Firm Ernst & Young
Wednesday, July 22, 2015 "Point Park professors really care about their students because they get to know them on an individual level, which in turn helps students succeed in their chosen career path."
Pictured is Destiny Medina. File photo.
Photography Major Liz Berie Lands Internship at Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Thursday, July 16, 2015 "It's really nice to have professors who will help you to become a better photographer. Whenever I need help with school or even my photography business, the professors are willing to help. I also love that they are working professionals; that's the reason why I chose to study photography at Point Park."
Pictured is Liz Berie.
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Journalism Major Jon Andreassi
Pictured is Jon Andreassi, journalism major
Broadcast Majors Gain Real-World Experience During Internship at Washington Wild Things
Friday, July 10, 2015
SAEM Student Lands Special Events Internship with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership
Thursday, July 9, 2015 Meet Colten Gill, Marketing and Special Events Intern, Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Journalism Major Kristin Snapp
Thursday, July 2, 2015
Marketing Internship Leads to Full-Time Position at PNC for Veteran, Business Grad
Monday, June 8, 2015 Meet Brandon Marsico, ACCEL Retail Bank Development Program Associate for PNC.
2015 Cinema Production Grad Interns at Cannes Film Festival, Makes Industry Connections
Friday, June 5, 2015
Student Emily Brak Awarded Women's Press Club Scholarship
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
SAEM Alumna, West Africa Native is a Manager for Marriott International in Chicago
Monday, May 4, 2015 Meet Louise Diallo, performance development manager for Marriott International.
Accounting Major Helps Others With Taxes, Gains Field Experience as VITA Intern
Thursday, April 23, 2015
SAEM Senior Discusses Internship with Attack Theatre, Studying Abroad
Thursday, March 26, 2015 Meet Tove Johnson, administrative/production intern for Attack Theatre.
Mary Beth Cartier '16
Thursday, February 26, 2015 Meet SAEM major Mary Beth Cartier, special events intern for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
Pittsburgh CLO Chooses SAEM Students as Gene Kelly Awards Interns
Thursday, February 19, 2015 Junior sports, arts and entertainment management majors Amber Flevaris, from Fair Oaks, Pa., and Logan Farren, from Monroeville, Pa., are interning for the Pittsburgh CLO as Gene Kelly Awards coordinators.
Broadcasting Alumna Mary Ours is a Weather Anchor/Reporter at WTOV-TV
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Internship at WJAC-TV Leads to Full-Time Job for Alumnus Hunter Tresnicky
Monday, February 16, 2015
Alumna Lands Job as Content Marketing Manager at Insight Marketing Solutions
Friday, January 30, 2015 "Point Park offers a smorgasbord of opportunities for students to make an impact in the community. You'll grow, learn and leave Point Park with so much more than a degree. I know I did," said Richelle Szypulski.
Alumni Profile: Meet Ashley Murray, Multimedia Editor, Pittsburgh City Paper
Thursday, January 29, 2015
School of Communication Alumnae Land Jobs at The Beaver County Times
Monday, January 19, 2015
2013 Alumna Celina Pompeani is the TV Host for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Thursday, December 18, 2014 "My sister and my dad both attended Point Park because of the excellent broadcast journalism program, which is what sparked my interest in going to Point Park," she said.
Pictured is Celina Pompeani.
Chinese M.B.A. Student Interning for Pittsburgh Department of City Planning
Friday, December 5, 2014 Meet Bo Ai, international M.B.A. student and social media intern for the Pittsburgh Department of City Planning.
2013 Alumna Heidi Schlegel Worked as a Unit Production Manager on "The Chair"
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Pictured is Heidi Schlegel
Alumni Profile: Meet Sarafina Brooks, Multimedia Journalist at WTOV-TV
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
Psychology Student Gains Valuable Insight Volunteering for Rape Crisis Center
Wednesday, November 12, 2014 Meet Calla Kainaroi, a psychology student from Bethel Park High School.
Alumnus is Assistant Director of Athletic Video Productions at Baylor University
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
Students Network with More than 100 Employers at Annual Internship and Job Fair
Friday, October 31, 2014
Business Management Major Gains Experience Interning for Save Your Home Program
Monday, October 27, 2014
Intelligence Graduate Student Lands Global Security Internship With Mylan, Inc.
Thursday, September 18, 2014 Meet Natasha Williams, global security intern for Mylan, Inc.
Alumni Profile: Meet Missy Haught, Intern Coordinator, "The Chair" Series
Friday, September 12, 2014 "Point Park was my home and safe haven for four years. I developed a lot of my skills and strengths there, and I think it's really great getting to exercise those creative muscles with my college family."
Cinema students intern with "The Chair," receive valuable professional experience
Friday, September 12, 2014
Kelli Murphy Receives Pittsburgh Women in Communication Scholarship
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
2013 Alumna Nicole Chynoweth is a Reporter at Trib Total Media
Wednesday, September 10, 2014 "Appreciate every bit of advice your professors give you, and don't be afraid to reach out to them when you're feeling unsure about where you are headed or what you are doing," she said.
University-Produced Series 'The Chair' Airs Sept. 6 on Starz
Monday, August 25, 2014
SAEM Major, Dance Minor Gaining Arts Marketing Experience at Andy Warhol Museum
Friday, August 1, 2014 Read about Brooke Perkins' marketing internship.
GAI Consultants Awards Internship to Electrical Engineering Technology Student
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Job Shadowing Leads to Events Internship at Heinz Field for SAEM Student
Monday, July 28, 2014 Meet Troy Johnston, event operations intern.
M.A./M.B.A. Student Emily Kolek Interns at Westinghouse Electric Company
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
SAEM Student Gaining Events Management Experience at Phipps Conservatory
Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Meet Alexandria Delancey and learn about her work as a part-time event assistant for Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
Global Cultural Studies Major Interning for Allegheny County's Save Your Home Program
Monday, June 9, 2014 Carlene Morgan interned for Allegheny County Department of Economic Development's Save Your Home program.
SAEM and Cinema Production Graduates Intern at New Perspective Communications
Friday, May 23, 2014 Sports, arts and entertainment management alumni Craig Woolridge and Evan Schall, along with cinema production graduate Jayme Jennings, interned at New Perspective Communications Agency spring 2014.
SAEM Student Gaining Variety of Real-World Experience in the Entertainment Industry
Monday, May 19, 2014 Karley Ferlic completed internships with The Jim Rome Show, "The Real" talk show pilot and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. She also assisted with Cher and Bon Jovi's concerts in Pittsburgh.
Accounting Student Gains Field Experience as Tax Season Intern for Schneider Downs
Friday, May 9, 2014
Public Relations and Advertising Major Interns at the Heinz History Center
Friday, April 25, 2014
Documentary Series Provides Communication Students with Professional Experience
Friday, March 28, 2014
Journalism Major Emily Bastaroli Interns at Whirl Magazine
Monday, March 10, 2014
Graduate Student Nicole Martin is an Intern at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Public Relations and Advertising Alumna Gina Pennline Works for Girl Scouts
Monday, February 17, 2014
International Accounting Student Interns for C.P.A. Firm Maher Duessel
Wednesday, December 18, 2013 Meet Nabat Mammedova, external audit intern for Maher Duessel.
Internship Profile: Meet Animation Major Kaitlyn Colhouer, Animal Inc.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013 "I have had many opportunities in the program to sharpen my art skills as well as my social skills, and have learned to present my work and myself professionally. I am much more confident in my artistic abilities and in my presentation of ideas and concepts."
Pictured is Kaitlyn Colhouer.
Mechanical Engineering Technology Senior Interning for Trinculo's Attic
Thursday, November 14, 2013 Learn about Jacob Rumski's mechanical engineering internship.
Degree in Broadcasting Lands Alumna Nikki Porter On-Air Job at WDTV/WVFX
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Broadcasting Alumna Sarah Pisciuneri is an Evening Anchor at WVNS-TV
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Meet Robert Novia, Psychology Student and Intern at Allegheny General Hospital
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Global Studies Student Interns at Downtown Community Development Corporation
Monday, August 19, 2013
Internship Profile: School of Communication Student Kathryn Jones, Toonseum
Friday, August 16, 2013
Marketing Intern at Mario Lemieux Foundation is a Point Park SAEM Major
Thursday, August 15, 2013 Meet Stephanie Driscoll, 2015 graduate.
Journalism and Multimedia Double Major Lands Internship at Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Thursday, July 25, 2013
Junior SAEM Major Lands Two Summer Internships in Live Entertainment
Tuesday, July 16, 2013 Meet Adam Valen, Marketing Intern, Street Team Leader and Production Manager for Drusky Entertainment and Social Media Marketing Intern for Altar TV.
Photojournalism Major an Intern at Pittsburgh Pirates Baseball Club
Monday, July 8, 2013
Point Park Students Take on Variety of Internships this Summer
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Internationally Acclaimed Summer Dance Festival Selects SAEM Major for Internship
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 Rachel Winkler was a Ticket Services and Marketing Intern for Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival.
Sport, Arts and Entertainment Management Junior Interning for Altoona Curve
Friday, June 14, 2013 Meet Samantha Lynn, Associate Intern in Marketing for the Altoona Curve.
Communication Grad and International Student Credits Point Park for Success
Friday, June 7, 2013
Mass Communication Alumna is Strategic Enrollment Consultant at TWG Plus
Monday, June 3, 2013
Recent Alumna Interning for Global Music Foundation in California
Friday, May 3, 2013
Student Profile: SAEM Major Interning for the Pittsburgh Pirates this Summer
Wednesday, May 1, 2013 Evan Schall completed a media relations internship for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Engineering Management Student Interning for Innovative 3D Tech Company
Thursday, November 15, 2012 Fenil Patel interned for Allpoint Systems.
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Technology Student Interns for Lechtzer
Monday, November 12, 2012 Learn about Ryan Alm's internship.
Accounting Senior Spends Summer Interning for Schneider Downs
Monday, August 27, 2012
Education Major Works as a Camp Counselor for the Summer
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Internship gives student an opportunity to prepare for career in engineering
Friday, July 27, 2012 Meet Greg Harbison, electrical engineering technology and mechanical engineering technology double major.
SAEM and Dance Double Major Interning at Walking Thumbs
Thursday, July 19, 2012 Learn about Hannah Finch's internship.
English/Creative Writing Student Working as a Copywriting Intern for the Post-Gazette
Friday, July 6, 2012 Read about Jesse Padjune's internship with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Sport, Arts and Entertainment Management Major Interning at Disney World
Thursday, July 5, 2012 Meet Ashley Dobransky, Attractions Hostess in the Magic Kingdom.
Forensic Science Major Interning at Medical Examiner's Office
Monday, July 2, 2012 Meet Matthew Coleman, forensic investigator intern.
SAEM Major Uses Skills from Marketing and Promotions Class at Her Internship with The Pittsburgh Steelers
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Learn about Megan Hoffman's internship with the Steelers.
Summer Internship at Top Talent Agency Leads to Job for SAEM Graduate
Monday, April 2, 2012
Information Technology Student Selected for Internship at Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Internship Leads to Position at Westinghouse for Veteran and Electrical Engineering Technology Alum
Friday, March 2, 2012 Meet Vasilii Savtchouk, electrical engineer for Westinghouse.
At Intern in the 'Burgh Week, students get tips on resumes, interview attire
Sunday, November 8, 2009
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