Schuylkill Speaks! graduating student profiles shine the spotlight on our newest Penn State Schuylkill alumni. These exceptional students include athletes, scholars, givers of time, and campus leaders. All of these students have distinguished themselves during their time on campus, and they embody the proud tradition of Penn State graduates making a difference in the world – locally and globally. We expect amazing things from this cohort, and we wish them great success as they continue on to their next endeavors!
Nursing student finds purpose through perseverance and service
John Perkins, a fourth-year nursing student at Penn State Schuylkill, is graduating with a strong passion for helping others and a wide range of campus experiences. Actively involved in numerous student organizations, he developed valuable skills in leadership, time management and community building. Inspired by his own experience with Crohn’s disease, Perkins pursued nursing and gained hands-on clinical experience across multiple specialties, including intensive care. As he looks ahead to his career, he encourages students to take advantage of opportunities and “just go for it.”
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Psychology major finds purpose through leadership, research and service
Sierra Wishnefsky, a fourth-year psychology major from Ringtown, is graduating from Penn State Schuylkill with a bachelor’s degree, an associate degree in human development and family studies, and a certificate in behavioral health and counseling. Highly involved on campus, she held leadership roles, competed as a student-athlete and gained hands-on experience through research and internships focused on mental health and trauma-informed care.
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Corporate communications student finds his voice at Penn State Schuylkill
As graduation approaches, corporate communication major Maxwell Smith of Delaware County is preparing to leave Penn State Schuylkill with leadership experience, professional confidence and a strong sense of community. Smith said the relationships he built with friends, faculty and staff made his experience especially meaningful and will be what he misses most after graduation.