Our Chapter President 

Jamie Breuninger - President

I am honored to be the Centre County PSU Alumni Chapter President for the next two years. Five years ago, my wife Julie and I arrived in State College to enjoy the wonderful benefits of retiring here. I was overjoyed to return to Penn State after being a PSU student in the early 80’s. One of our first events was attending the Centre County Chapter’s annual meeting at the Hawbaker Pavilion at the Penn State Blue Golf Course.  Like many of you who attend chapter events, we were greeted by people who accepted us as part of the Penn State family and instantly treated us as lifelong friends.  I joined the Chapter board 3 years ago and as I learned more, I have been amazed at all we do in service for and with our members, community, and Penn State. It is a real blessing to all, and I look forward to meeting, greeting, and working with you as we move forward.
This month we are partnering with Arts Fest to bring an Alumni connection back to the festival.  Thank you to so many who have signed up to be there. Our hospitality tent will be at the Municipal Plaza, and we will also be at the Hintz Family Alumni Center. Even if you are not able to volunteer for this event, I hope you will stop by to say “hello.” It is great to participate and make our presence known at this fantastic summer event. 
 As a chapter we really need to thank and recognize Kathy Hume for her leadership as our president for the past three years. She has been an amazing leader that has allowed the chapter to flourish. Kathy’s leadership has led to even more student engagement opportunities and educational programs.  Monthly happy hours give us the time for fellowship and a chance to meet new people.  I hope you will participate in these many wonderful opportunities working, meeting, and enjoying members and students. On July 9, we will be touring Accuweather, and you will not want to miss the tour and wine tasting at Centre Furnace Mansion on July 14.
In closing, I would like to thank our new and existing officers and board members for their commitment to our chapter. Together we will ensure that the chapter continues to thrive and achieves the highest level of distinction of Elm Status with the Penn State Alumni Association.

For the Glory,
Jamie Breuninger - President