| Alumna Name | Degree Received | Current Position/Employer | Career Statement |
| Angel Audia | |||
| Jennifer Baldwin | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration- Human Resource Management, Youngstown State University | Operations Manager in Training, Circuit City, Boardman, OH | Jennifer's job deals with many aspects of business such as: hiring, training, inventory control, and motivating employees to meet daily and monthly budgets. Jennifer can provide advice to any student who is interested in pursuing business. |
| Britney Patterson-Baumhauer | Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications, Youngstown State University 1997 | Britney welcomes questions about majoring in communications. | |
| Molly Sullivan Bilchak |
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration- Marketing & Public Relations,
Youngstown State University 2000 |
Store Operations,
Express, The Limited Brand, Inc. Headquarters, Columbus, OH |
Molly would
be of assistance to a Zeta who is studying Public Relations. |
| Carla Pecchio Bowen | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration- Marketing Management, Youngstown State University 1997 | Veterinary Tech, Pets
Mart, Poland, OH and Warren, OH |
Carla can give advice to any Zeta who plans to pursue a business career. |
| Kristy Koletich Boyles | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Youngstown State University 1998; Master of Education in Counseling, University of Pennsylvania 2000 | Homeless Management Information Systems Coordinator, Center for Human Services Development, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, OH | Current and past employment positions would enable Kristy to help students studying or preparing for a career in higher education administration, counseling, education, or social services. |
| Kimberly Caputo | Bachelor of Arts in English/Journalism, Youngstown State University 2003 | Owner, CheerTime Athletics Corporation, Youngstown, OH and Dance Instructor, Teri's Dance Center, Austintown, OH | Kim is the advisor for the Zeta Gamma Chapter's Pink Ribbon Cheer Classic. Kim facilitates cheerleading camps and try-outs for Youngstown area cheerleading teams. |
| Susan Caputo | |||
| Lori Kolenich Ciminero | Bachelor of Science in Applied Science- Hospitality and Event Management, Youngstown State University | Supervisor Dietary Services,
Forum Health, Youngstown, OH |
Lori welcomes questions about majoring in hospitality and event management. |
| Gina Grapevine Crilley |
Bachelor of
Science in Secondary Education, Integrated Language Arts grades 7-12, Youngstown
State University |
English Teacher,
Boardman High School, Boardman, OH |
Gina welcomes
questions about the field of teaching or English |
| Christine Cyphert | Bachelor of Science in Middle Childhood Education, Youngstown State University; currently pursuing Master of Science in Elementary Curriculum and Instruction, YSU | Graduate Assistant for Housing and Residence Life, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, OH | Christine helps run a residence hall. She is available to help residents and resident assistants with any academic questions or problems they may encounter while living away from home. She is knowledgeable about the YSU campus and its housing facilities. |
| Joanna Alton Dascenzo | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration- Finance, Youngstown State University 1987; Master of Business Administration, YSU 1995; currently pursuing Early Childhood Education, YSU | Joanna is currently a stay-at-home mom of two children and a student. Her last job was as a financial analyst for Humility of Mary Health Partners (HMHP is the parent company for St. Elizabeth & St. Joseph Hospitals). | Joanna worked at HMHP for approximately 12 years in the accounting department and business development. She will help any Zeta seeking a career in financial services. Even though she hasn't worked for about 4 years, she has many contacts in the health care field and in public accounting. |
| Michelle Arnaut Dellorco | |||
| Marla D'Andrea Dull | Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Youngstown State University 1992; Master of Education (middle school experience specializations focusing on grades 5-9), YSU 1998 | 7th grade Science Teacher, W.S. Guy Middle School, Liberty, OH | Marla is willing to aid any education major, especially middle grades and science. Education majors are welcome to visit and observe her classroom. |
| Jennifer Leigh Eidt | Attended Youngstown State University 2001-03 then transferred to Ohio Institute of Photography & Technology in Dayton, OH; Bachelor in Professional Photography Candidate | ||
| Megan Ellashek | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration- Organizational Communication & Marketing, Youngstown State University | Corporate Marketing Manager, Armstrong, Butler, PA | Megan welcomes questions about majoring or pursuing a career in Marketing. |
| Dawn Gagliano |
Bachelor
of Arts in English
Literature and Composition, Youngstown State University |
Senior Banker,
US Bank, Canfield, OH |
Dawn has
experience in grant writing. She welcomes questions about majors and careers
in English, Marketing, banking or sales. |
| Joy Kermani Harkins | Bachelor of Science in Biology, Youngstown State University 1998; Master of Physiology, North Carolina State University 2000; Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University 2004 | Veterinarian at Gahanna Animal Hospital, Gahanna, OH (Columbus, OH area) | Joy welcomes questions about majoring in the sciences, applying to graduate/professional programs, and/or pursuing Veterinary Medicine. |
| Jamie Hornick |
Bachelor of Science
in Biology, Youngstown State University 2006 |
Graduate student,
Physical Therapy, Youngstown State University |
Jamie welcomes
questions about majoring in the sciences and/or pursuing a Physical
Therapy career. |
| Melissa Johnson | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration- Marketing Management, Youngstown State University 2002; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Business Management minor, YSU 2003; Master of Business Administration, Capella University 2005 | Burdman Group Inc., Youngstown, OH; Substitute Teacher K-8 for Canfield Local Schools, Canfield, OH. | Melissa welcomes questions about pursuing business or psychology majors. |
| Michele Johnson | Bachelor of Science in Combined Sciences (Biology/Chemistry) and Bachelor of Science in Psychology (dual major), Youngstown State University 1997; Master of Business Administration, YSU 1998; Doctor of Pharmacy, The Ohio State University 2005 | Pharmacotherapy Specialist, Aetna, New Albany, OH; Instructor, The Ohio State University College of Pharmacy | Michele welcomes questions about pursuing a degree in the sciences or business, preparing for and applying to graduate/professional degree programs, and/or pursuing a pharmacy career. |
| Leslie Larson Joseph |
Bachelor of Science
in Secondary Education, Earth Science, Youngstown State University |
Manager, Chili's
Bar and Grill |
Leslie welcomes
questions about pursuing a secondary education major. |
| Jessie Kinsley |
Bachelor of
Science in Business Administration- Accounting, Youngstown State University
2005; Master of Business Administration, YSU 2006 |
Staff Accountant,
Cohen & Company Certified Public Accountants, Youngstown, OH |
Jessie welcomes
questions about the field of accounting as well as any student questions
about the field and job opportunities after graduation. |
| Jayme Considine Kmetko | Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Ohio Northern University 1997; Master of Business Administration, Youngstown State University 2002 | General Manager Pharmacist, Institutional Care Pharmacy, Inc., Hermitage, PA | Jayme is a registered pharmacist in both Ohio and Pennsylvania. Her job requires her to not only be a pharmacist but to oversee the entire site including operations, delivery, customer service, medical records, and billing. Jayme runs a staff of 12 people, manages a $5 mil/year budget, and her site fills an average of 600 perscriptions per day. |
| Misty Koletich | Bachelor of Science in Biology, Youngstown State University 1998 | Registered Sanitarian, District Board of Health Mahoning County, Austintown, OH | Misty works in the public health field and enforces laws and regulations, conducts public health inspections, and provides consultation in various environmental programs including solid and infectious waste management, lead risk assessments, food safety, home sewage systems, and nuisance control. Misty can answer questions about careers in environmental consulting. |
| Michelle Vivo Ladner | Associate in Applied Science-Dental Hygiene, Youngstown State University | Michelle is currently working part-time decorating cakes while raising her children. | Michelle welcomes any questions students may have about pursuing a dental hygiene career. |
| Michele Krause Lefoer |
Bachelor
of Science in Chemistry and Associate in Medical Technology, Youngstown
State University 1997 |
Vice President
of Grace Medical, Westerville, OH |
Michele
is an orthotics sales medical supplies manager for Mahoning county, Trumbull
county, and other Northeast Ohio territories. Michele is also involved
in the company's training and hiring. Michele welcomes questions
about pursuing a Chemistry or Medical Technology major as well as answering
questions about pursuing a career in training, hiring, and managing a sales
team. |
| Joleen Cortell Lewis | Bachelor of Science in Combined Sciences, Youngstown State University 1987; 1 year Medical Technology Internship | Registered Medical Technologist, Forum Health Northside Hospital, Youngstown, OH | Joleen is willing to help anyone interested in laboratory medicine. |
| Mary Louise Friend McKinney | Associate in Science and Bachelor of Science in Applied Science, Computer Technology, Youngstown State University | Relationship Associate, National City Bank, Youngstown, OH | Mary can assist students in obtaining internship information. Most National City Bank internships are at the Cleveland, OH company headquarters. |
| Traci Miller | |||
| Nicole Cunningham Muckridge |
Bachelor of Arts
in Mathematics, Youngstown State University 2006 |
Graduate (Teaching)
Assistant in Mathematics at Youngstown State University |
Nicole is open
to any questions regarding a mathematics major and/or career. |
| Lisa Taylor Muehlenbein | Associate Degree in Early
Childhood Education, Youngstown State University; NETA and AFAA Group Fitness
Certifications; ACE Certified Personal Trainer; YogaFit Yoga Instructor.
|
Group Fitness Instructor,
Personal Trainer, and Yoga Instructor at Bodyworks Fitness Center in Austintown,
OH |
Lisa looks forward to traveling
around the country as a representative for YogaFit training others how
to teach yoga. She enjoys working with others inspiring and motivating
them to achieve their fitness goals. Lisa welcomes all questions
students may have about pursuing this career area. |
| Tiffany Pirigyi Nicholl |
Bachelor of Engineering
in Mechanical Engineering; Mathematics minor, Youngstown State University
2004 |
Mechanical
Engineer/Analyst for the Office of Naval Intelligence, Washington, DC |
Tiffany completed
a four year internship at Delphi Packard in Warren, OH while in college
and welcomes questions about pursuing an engineering degree and how internships
can benefit them. Tiffany then took a position with the Department
of Defense in July 2005 and recently began a rotational assignment at the
Pentagon in Washington, DC. |
| Natalie Bowen Pappagallo | Bachelor of Science in Special Education, Youngstown State University | Intervention Specialist Tallmadge Middle School, Tallmadge, OH | Natalie has taught cognitively delayed students at the middle school level for two years ranging from students with Cerebral Palsy, Downs Syndrome, Blind, and some Severe Emotionally Disabled students. Natalie is currently teaching students with learning disabilities in inclusionary settings. She is responsible for writing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEP's) and making modifications for students in the regular education setting. |
| Barbie Granger Peart | Attended Youngstown State University as a music major | Licensed Optician, Dr. Garritano's Office, Cornersburg, OH | Barbie welcomes questions about majoring in Music (vocal). |
| Nancy Pelini | |||
| Lori Peters | Bachelor of Science in Business Administration-Marketing, Youngstown State University; Master of Science in Counseling and Higher Education, YSU | Training Manager, Lorain County Community College, Elyria, OH (20 miles west of downtown Cleveland) | Lori creates, coordinates, and manages non-credit programs and employer customized training, such as continuing education and Business and Industry training. She previously spent 8 years in college student services including advising, career planning, and admissions. Lori can provide information to students who would like to learn more about working in higher education, esp. in a community college setting, in the area of business and starting your own business. |
| Jennifer Powell-Campbell | |||
| Amanda Parrock Roby | Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy, Youngstown State University 2000 | Respiratory Therapist, Salem Community Hospital, Salem, OH | Amanda welcomes questions about the YSU Respiratory Therapy program and questions about pursuing a respiratory therapy career. |
| Pauline Schech Saternow | Bachelor of Science in Health and Physical Education, Slippery Rock University 1968; Masters of Education, University of Pittsburgh 1975 | Associate Director of Admission, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, OH | Pauline welcomes contact with any prospective student who would like to attend YSU as an incoming freshman or transfer student. |
| Joelle Sahyoun Steinhoff | Bachelor of Science in Health Education, Youngstown State University 1999; Master of Education Administration, Kent State Univeristy 2001 | Advisor, College of Nursing, The Ohio State University- Marion Campus | Joelle can assist anyone who is interested in health or higher education careers. |
| Lisa Tarcy | Bachelor of Science in Biology, Youngstown State University 2003; currently pursuing Master of Science in Biology, YSU | Teaching and Graduate Assistant, Biology Department, YSU | Lisa welcomes questions from anyone interested in YSU graduate school. |
| Annette Niddel Toke | Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Youngstown State University 2003 | Middle School Substitute, Howland Local Schools, Howland, OH | Annette welcomes questions from students majoring in Education. |
| Christine Vesely | Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education, Youngstown State University 2002 | Second Grade Teacher, St. Rose School, Girard, OH | Christine taught kindergarten for two years prior to teaching second grade. Christine would be able to answer questions about the teaching field. Christine says there is a lot she has learned in the past two years that she wasn't taught in college. |
| Juliana Ginocchi Williams | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Youngstown State University 2002; Master of Arts in Teaching- Secondary Education, Kent State University 2005, Kent, OH | Science Teacher, Austintown Fitch High School, Austintown, OH | Juliana welcomes any Zeta, who is interested in an education career, to observe her classroom. |
| Kendra Bailey Wirtz |