Join IST alumni as they share their diverse experiences and perspectives gained through their educational and professional journeys in the next session of IST Alumni Identity Talks, focused on first-generation students, from 12 to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, on Zoom. Learn from the challenges and opportunities faced by these individuals from underrepresented backgrounds as they navigated the college experience and work to advance their careers and grow their professional networks. This event aims to inspire an open dialogue for students and alumni, and provide unique viewpoints to help all attendees be better prepared to thrive in diverse professional and personal communities. The virtual event is free and open to the Penn State community.

Panelists for IST Alumni-Identity Talks – First-Generation Students include:

• Cassidy DiPaola, class of 2021, digital assurance & transparency associate, PwC
• Joel Gill Jr., class of 2009, technology manager and management consultant, Grant Thornton LLP
• Michelle Ngo, class of 2012, product marketing strategy lead, JPMorgan Chase
• Stephen Pipino, class of 2003, cloud cyber security expert, Salesforce