Welcome to the Pittsburgh Smeal Business Club!

This is the official site of the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Smeal Business Club. Here you can find information about networking events for alumni of the Smeal College of Business.

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Click these links to view recent event summaries and pictures:

Dean’s Alumni Reception - Dr. James B. Thomas (11/11/09)

Discussion on Economics of Pittsburgh Sports with Steelers CFO, Mark Hart! (10/7/09)

Discussion on Investor Psychology - Smeal Prof., Dr. Randall Woolridge (10/1/09)

Upcoming Events:

City Lights: Famous African American Penn Staters
Sunday, Feb. 28, 2010
1:30 p.m.
August Wilson Center
980 Liberty Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

In celebration of African American history month, join fellow Penn Staters at Pittsburgh’s newest cultural landmark, the August Wilson Center for African American Culture, named for Pittsburgh’s native son and one of America’s foremost playwrights. Courtney Young, assistant professor and librarian at Penn State Beaver, will discuss African American history, highlighting Penn State alumni. A reception will follow.

$25 for Penn State Alumni Association members
$40 for non-members
$10 for children ages 12-18 (under 12 free).
Cost includes exclusive guided tour of the museum, faculty presentation and reception.

Register at: http://www.alumni.psu.edu/events/citylights

Penn State Career Services “Tips for Hiring and Getting Hired”
Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Location and time to be announced shortly

Discussion on hiring techniques for employers to pick the best candidate from a larger pool. Also, the best way for job seekers to differentiate themselves.

Joe Battista “The Margin of Excellence”
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010
5:30 p.m. - Drinks
6:00 p.m. - Joe Battista starts speaking
Allegheny HYP Club
619 William Penn Place
Pittsburgh 15219

Joe Battista has quite a history with Penn State. He spent over 18 years as Head Coach for the Penn State Icers and three years as Executive Director of the Nittany Lion Club. He is currently serving as the Director of Major Gifts with the Smeal College of Business. Given his great coaching successes, including capturing 6 ACHA National Titles and obtaining ACHA Division 1 Coach of the Year twice, Joe is an excellent candidate to discuss “The Margin of Excellence.” He will focus on ways to inspire individuals and teams to go “above and beyond.”

Please consider supporting our alumni association by sponsoring an event or the entire season. Sponsorships are available starting at $250 for an event or sponsorships for the season. Please contact AJ Jugan at ajugan@gmail.com.

Next Open Membership Meeting:

February 8, 2010
6:00 PM
Location: Sherrard German & Kelly, PC
Two PNC Plaza, 28th Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

March 8, 2010
6:00 PM
Conference Call

April 12, 2010
6:00 PM
Location: Sherrard German & Kelly, PC
Two PNC Plaza, 28th Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Internships or Employment Opportunities?

Do you have an opening for an intern or full-time placement? Please consider contacting the appropriate contact at Penn State career services.

• Robin Stevens - Internship program - rzs7@psu.edu
• Bob Orndorff - Permanent placement, MBNA Career Services Center - rmo104@psu.edu
• Paul Poissant - Executive Director, MBA Career Services - pgp104@psu.edu