Stephanie Velegol is deeply committed to nurturing student success, steadfast in her belief that no matter the present circumstances, one's future holds limitless potential. As an award-winning educator and advisor, she's been a guiding light for students at Penn State since 2008, now serving as the Associate Department Head in Chemical Engineering. Beyond her professional role, Stephanie finds great joy in being a loving mother to two daughters, both currently navigating their college journeys. Her own academic path, marked by a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Drexel University and a Doctorate from Carnegie Mellon University, serves as a testament to her passion for engineering and dedication to lifelong learning.

Random Fact: I have been to Africa twice to work on clean drinking water.