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Welcome!

Penn State DC is committed to creating a State College experience right here in the nation’s capital. Join us for our social gatherings, annual fundraisers and networking events.

Please see a list of our Board of Directors below. All Chapter members are welcome to attend any of our board meetings and all Chapter members can apply to our board as well.

Interested in joining the board? Check out our Open Positions page!

Chapter Committees

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Student Affairs
Liasons with current Penn State students. Hosts annual Student Sendoff, as well as organize Student Break Bus Trips.
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Sports
Coordinates schedule of athletic activities throughout the year for Chapter members.
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Social
Coordinates scholastic and cultural events throughout the year - including seasonal watch parties!
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Scholarship
Manages the events and activities that culninate in annual scholarships for local students going to Penn State
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Professional Development
Facilitates continuing education and networking opportunities for Chapter members.
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Membership
Maintains a record of and engagement with all PSU alumni in the DMV
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DC Diamonds (THON)
Year-round fundraising effort dedicated to supporting children & families affected by childhood cancer.
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Community Service
Create opportunities for Chapter members to engage in activities that impact the local community.

Board of Directors

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President
Emily Matyas
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Vice President
Laura Daly
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Treasurer
(vacant)
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Secretary
Selena Duvivier
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Communciations Chair
Delia Carr
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Community Service Chair
Brady McCall
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Membership Chair
(vacant)
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Professional Development Chair
Jordan Dunbar
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Rules and Regulations Chair
Fadia Galindo
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Scholarship Chair
Brandon Shoup
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Social Chair
Bailey Rumford
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Sports Chair
Andrew Cleek
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Student Affairs Chair
David Kronthal
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Student Affairs Chair
Rachel Sorensen
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THON Chair
Julia Walsh

PSAA Group of Distinction

Affiliate groups named as a “Group of Distinction” have served in several different programmatic categories, including career networking, social interaction and fellowship, supporting students, and leading THON-related activities. The Alumni Association implemented a three-tiered structure to recognize these outstanding groups: Elm, Laurel and Lion (in order from highest to lowest). Find The Metro Washington Chapter’s group distinction below.

2024 Distinction