Small Honors College, Large University Why Schreyer?
The Schreyer Honors College is truly unique. Our position within Penn State means that we can give our students access to the amazing resources of a major research institution while providing the support and community of a small liberal arts college. It's really the best of both worlds.
Joining the Honors College means that you will join a group of students who define the best in academic achievement, but who are also committed to changing their communities, their workplaces, and the world for the better.
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What Sets Us Apart The Schreyer Advantage
The Schreyer Honors College is widely and consistently recognized as one of the top undergraduate programs in the United States. With access to distinguished faculty, smaller honors class sizes, and individualized support, the honors experience at Penn State is designed to position students for success.
Top Honors College
Penn State's Schreyer Honors College is one of seven public university honors programs that received a top rating from PublicUniversityHonors.com.
300+ Honors Courses
A vibrant learning experience led by captivating instructors. These small, enrollment-capped classes are driven by lively, challenging discussions and energetic debate.
IUG Programs
Earn a bachelor's and a master's degree within five years.
Our Community
Live among motivated students who are committed to making the most of their undergraduate experiences both inside and outside of the classroom.
Honors Thesis
As a Scholar you are required to complete an undergraduate honors thesis representing the culmination of your honors experience.
Priority Registration
Schreyer Scholars are able to schedule classes first — well before course registration begins for most Penn State students.
$7,900,000+ Awarded
Over 7.9 million dollars is awarded to Scholars in grants and scholarships on a yearly basis to support our mission.
Signature Study Abroad
We believe a well-developed and experience-based global perspective is critical to your success, wherever your path might lead after graduation.
Start Here, Go Anywhere Where Our Graduates Go
Recent Graduates (2023-24)
Graduating with honors from Penn State opens up a world of opportunity. Scholar alumni can be found working, serving, and learning on six of the seven continents and all around the United States at top-tier graduate schools, leadership positions in commerce and industry, and some of the most esteemed public service initiatives.
Wherever you want to go from here, the Schreyer Honors College will help you get there.
Employers Graduate SchoolsSharing Their Experiences Scholar Ambassadors
Scholar Ambassadors represent the college, especially as part of admissions events. Ambassadors provide tours of campus and honors housing, meet with visiting families, and share their experiences as Schreyer Scholars.
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Michael Carroll Co-Executive Director Finance (BS) Accounting (BS) mmc6678@psu.edu
Hi! I’m a third-year scholar from Yardley, PA double majoring in Finance and Accounting with a minor in Information Systems Management. I’m very involved in Smeal as a Teaching Assistant in the Accounting department for three semesters, a member of Smeal Student Mentors, and through completing the Smeal Ethical Leadership Challenge. I’m also part of the Corporate Finance Boot Camp and Phi Beta Lambda, a professional co-ed business fraternity. When I’m not busy with classes or those activities, I like to play drums, watch Phillies baseball, or binge watch with free trials of streaming services. Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Morgan Dawkins Co-Executive Director Architectural Engr (BAE) mqd5980@psu.edu
I'm from Raleigh, North Carolina, with an expected graduation year of 2027. Beyond my role as an Ambassador, I'm deeply involved in various campus organizations, including living on the GLOBE floor in Simmons, Multicultural Engineering Program (MEP), Women in Engineering Program (WEP), the National Society of Black Engineers(NSBE), the Student Society of Architectural Engineers (SSAE), Student Society of the Partnership for Achieving Construction Excellence (S:PACE), and State of State. Excitingly, I'll be a design assistant for MEPO this summer and a First Year in Science and Engineering Program Assistant in the upcoming school year. When I'm not busy with academics and extracurriculars, you can find me indulging in my hobbies of sleeping and painting.
Katherine Miller Communications Director Statistics (BS) Data Sciences (BS) kmm8841@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Kate, and I am a second-year from Pittsburgh, PA, double majoring in Data Science and Statistics. I also have minors in Bioethics and Medical Humanities, Psychology, and Math. Outside of being a Scholar Ambassador, I am a statistics tutor for Penn State student athletes and a student receptionist for the Eberly College of Science Advising Office. I am also a Research Assistant for a project involving shoulder surgery data analysis. I am involved in Nittany Data Labs and Schreyer Student Council, where I serve as a Public Relations Chair. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, playing tennis, and playing the piano. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have!
Ava Nociforo Engagement Director Comm Arts & Sciences (BA) Advt/Publ Relations (BA) agn5131@psu.edu
Hi everyone! My name is Ava Nociforo (Spring '26) and I am from Horsham, Pennsylvania. At Penn State, I serve as the Treasurer for my a cappella group Blue in the Face, serve as a Peer Leader on the logistics team of SHO Time, and serve as a captain for THON. In my free time, I love to watch Broadway musicals and sports, drink coffee, play videogames, watch documentaries, and hang out with my friends. I am so excited to meet you all!
Madeline Shanafelt Special Events Director Political Science (BS) Educ & Public Policy (BS) mms8193@psu.edu
I am a second-year scholar from Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania and hope to graduate in 2027. At Penn State, I am a member on the Executive Board for the College Democrats, work as a Peer Educator, am a Group Fitness Instructor, and am a student advisory board member for the McCourtney Institute for Democracy. Outside of my school commitments, I am really into running, hiking, and reading. I also love to travel when I get the chance!
Ambassadors
Anjoreoluwa Adegboyo Biology (BS) aoa5927@psu.edu
Hello everyone! My name is Jore Adegboyo and I am a third-year student majoring in biology and minoring in neuroscience. I am also a Millennium Scholar, I am part of a research lab, and I have participated in a study abroad opportunity at Penn State. After graduation, I plan on pursuing an MD/PhD and would love to answer any questions you may have about a similar track (or about any experiences I have had)! I am involved in the Minority Association of Pre-health/medical Students, Global Medical Brigades, Alpha Epsilon Delta, American Medical Student Association, and gymnastics clubs here at Penn State, and during my free time, I love listening to music, hanging out with friends, and playing sports/working out! Please feel free to reach out to me for anything!
Mya Handelman Biology (BS) mah7271@psu.edu
Hello! My name is Mya Handelman, and I am a second-year scholar from Melville, New York. I am majoring in biology with a neuroscience focus and minoring in psychological science and neuroscience. In addition to being a Scholar Ambassador, I am involved in an independent research study working toward my thesis and several other Schreyer clubs, such as Schreyer for Women and The Communicators Power Tools. When I am not busy with academics and extracurriculars, I enjoy watching movies and shows, listening to music, reading, the beach, and eating downtown! Please do not hesitate to contact me, as I would love the opportunity to share my experiences as a Schreyer Scholar!
Oluwaseni Johnson Humn-Cntrd Dsign & Devel (BS) opj5058@psu.edu
Hello! I'm a first year from Staten Island, New York majoring in Human Centered Design and Development in the College of IST. Outside of being a Scholar Ambassador, I'm a research assistant in the Human Computer Interaction Lab at Penn State, the National Society of Black Engineers and Blueprint, a mentorship organization for POC first years and transfer students. In my free time I enjoy reading, exploring campus and downtown, and traveling. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
Shannon Keane Science (PMAJ) sak6439@psu.edu
Hello! My name is Shannon, and I am a Forensic Science and Biochemistry double major, as well as a Spanish minor graduating with the class of 2028. On campus, I'm involved with Volé (dance company), THON, Alpha Omicron Pi, and undergraduate research in the Zarzar lab. I am also Vice President of the GLOBE LLC. Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
Dalima Lappia Comp Sci - Univ Park (BS) djl6365@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Dalima Lappia, and I am a second-year scholar from Bucks County, PA majoring in Computer Science. Outside of being a Scholar Ambassador, I am involved in undergraduate research at The Human in Computing and Cognition Lab. Some clubs I’m involved in include the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), the University Park Allocation Committee (UPAC), and Penn State ACM. In my free time, I enjoy going on nature walks, reading, and movie nights with friends. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at djl6365@psu.edu!
Maya Pagano Biochem & Molec Biol (BS) mlp6012@psu.edu
Hello there! My name is Maya, and I am a first-year Scholar from Hawley, PA, majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Other than being a Scholar Ambassador, I participate in Schreyer Student Council, and I am also a Soprano II in University Choir. When I'm not busy studying, I enjoy reading, playing my guitar, or crocheting stuffed animals! Please never hesitate to reach out and connect with me-- I'd be delighted to share my experiences as a Scholar!
George Papoutsis Economics (BA) English (BA) gjp5380@psu.edu
Hello! I am a second-year scholar from Mechanicsburg, PA double majoring in Economics and English. In addition to being a Scholar Ambassador, I am involved in Lion Ambassadors, Phi Beta Lambda professional business fraternity, THON Dancer Relations committee, the Hellenic Student Association, and I also work within the economics department as a grader. In my free time, I love playing and watching all sports and spending time with friends and family. Feel free to contact me with any questions!
Sathvika Rajkumar Biomedical Engneerng (BS) sbr5787@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Sathvika and I am a second year scholar from Allentown, PA, majoring in Biomedical Engineering. Outside of class, I am involved in the United Nations Association of USA, the Women in Engineering Program, Humanitarian Engineering and Social Entrepreneurship, as well as several Schreyer organizations. In my free time, I love to be outside, bake, and hang out with my friends! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Naeema Salau Mech Engr - Univ Park (BS) nzs5762@psu.edu
Hi everyone!! I'm Naeema, a second year from Allentown, Pennsylvania, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. At Penn State, I'm involved with the Nittany Lion Consulting Group, the National Society of Black Engineers, Phi Beta Lambda (a Co-Ed Professional Business Fraternity), and several Schreyer organizations. In my free time, I love going to the gym, hanging out with friends, making TikToks, and taking much-needed naps. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions—I'd love to chat!
Christopher Stauffer Political Science (BA) Economics (BA) cjs7913@psu.edu
Hey everyone, my name is Chris Stauffer and I am a Economics and Politcal Science student who plans to graduate in 2027. Outside of my role as a Scholar Ambassador I am involved in Schreyer Student Council, Peer Educating, DASH (THON Org), and German club! I have strong interests in politics, law, and foreign culture.
Rayna Varma Data Sciences (BS) rmv5300@psu.edu
Hi! My name is Rayna, and I am a junior at Penn State planning to graduate May of 2026. I am originally from Horsham, PA. At Penn State, I am involved in numerous clubs and organizations. For example, I am in a co-ed business fraternity called Alpha Kappa Psi, I am in the Schreyer Consulting group, I am in the Association of Women in Computing, and I am in the Engineering Consulting Collaborative Club. Outside of school, I enjoy playing and watching tennis, baking, traveling, and hanging out with my friends.
Kahlie Wray English (BA) Journalism (BA) kaw6568@psu.edu
Hi, I'm a first-year scholar double majoring in Digital Print Journalism and English; I'm also pursuing a minor in Spanish. I'm from Montego Bay, Jamaica and spend the majority of my free time crocheting and writing. I'm a news reporter for The Daily Collegian as well as a member of the Caribbean Students Association and Schreyer’s SDA Mentoring Program. I'm always up for a chat, so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Carissa Yu Data Sciences (BS) cby5187@psu.edu
Hello! My name is Carissa and I am a third year Scholar majoring in Applied Data Sciences with minors in Economics and Statistics. In addition to being a Scholar Ambassador, I also currently serve as the Assistant Director for IST Diplomats. In my free time, I like to go on picnics, watch esports and kdramas, and try new recipes. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions!
