By Cassandra Modica
Upon arriving at college, some students have the innate ability to pack with their books and blankets an itemized list of endeavors and ambition. Others—probably most students —face a wave of insecurities. Leah Triola, Penn State Alumni Class of 2009, encountered such uncertainty, but she managed to overcome it in inspiring ways.
Though she looks fondly on her Penn State experience, Triola admits that her sophomore self had a change of heart that resulted in a change in major. Originally an Elementary Education major, Triola realized almost two years into her college career that education was not the most fitting career choice for her. Thanks to guidance from her Penn State career counselor, Triola spent the remainder of her academic career at Penn State preparing for law school.
Now an attorney for the Management Council Legal Department at the NFL, Triola happily recalls the Penn State community that helped to shape her as a professional. “Penn State is more than just a school,” Triola insists. “It’s a culture that becomes a part of you.”
Indeed, Penn State does have a unique culture that those who are familiar with it know distinguishes it from other institutions.
Upon arriving at college, some students have the innate ability to pack with their books and blankets an itemized list of endeavors and ambition. Others—probably most students —face a wave of insecurities. Leah Triola, Penn State Alumni Class of 2009, encountered such uncertainty, but she managed to overcome it in inspiring ways.
Though she looks fondly on her Penn State experience, Triola admits that her sophomore self had a change of heart that resulted in a change in major. Originally an Elementary Education major, Triola realized almost two years into her college career that education was not the most fitting career choice for her. Thanks to guidance from her Penn State career counselor, Triola spent the remainder of her academic career at Penn State preparing for law school.
Now an attorney for the Management Council Legal Department at the NFL, Triola happily recalls the Penn State community that helped to shape her as a professional. “Penn State is more than just a school,” Triola insists. “It’s a culture that becomes a part of you.”
Indeed, Penn State does have a unique culture that those who are familiar with it know distinguishes it from other institutions.