UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State Law in University Park held its ninth annual kickoff reception for the Minority Mentor Program (MMP) on Friday, Aug. 25. Students, faculty and staff gathered at the Graduate Hotel in downtown State College for an evening filled with food, speeches and conversation.
The reception included remarks from Victor Romero, interim dean of Penn State Law and the School of International Affairs, the Maureen B. Cavanaugh Distinguished Faculty Scholar, and professor of law; Wende' Ferguson, associate dean for diversity, equity and inclusion and assistant dean for student services; and Amanda DiPolvere, associate dean for enrollment, career development, planning and transition.
“Knowing first-hand what a difference excellent mentors can make, I was thrilled to see so many students at the kickoff reception for Penn State Law’s Minority Mentor Program,” Romero said. “Thanks to Dr. Ferguson’s terrific leadership, Friday’s dinner was a wonderful way to begin the new academic year, with faculty and staff mentors connecting with both new mentees and returning students in a relaxed and welcoming environment.”