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Let's go Bowling!
Fri, Jan 10
Asheville
Jan 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Asheville, 1477 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
Jan 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Asheville, 1477 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
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Thirsty Thursday
Thu, Jan 30
Arden
Jan 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Arden, 5 Andrew Way Suite A, Arden, NC 28704, USA
Jan 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Arden, 5 Andrew Way Suite A, Arden, NC 28704, USA
January resumes our monthly Thirsty Thursday gatherings
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Penn State Alumni Asheville, NC

Gratitude Sponsor Discount Now Through 12/1

Are you a local business owner interested in supporting our regional association? Your contribution will not only help us thrive as an...

Penn State Alumni Asheville, NC

PSU AVL Helene Recovery Efforts / Sponsorships

The Asheville Chapter has been overwhelmed with all the support our community and fellow alumni have shown from across the nation since...

Penn State Alumni Asheville, NC

PSU AVL Old Main Annual Sponsor

The Andrew Lanteri Group Old Main Annual Sponsor Building relationships across the WNC real estate industry since 2017! If you or someone...

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PSUalumniAVL is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering connections and opportunities for alumni of Pen State. Our mission is to create a local network of PSU graduates, family an friends providing support, mentorship, and resources to help them thrive in their personal and professional lives. Join us in building a community that values collaboration, growth, lifelong learning, and creating family away from home.

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Our Initiatives

Driving Positive Change

Networking

Connect with fellow Penn State alumni in the Asheville area. You never know when you will need a professional in the community and want a solid reference, be it a housekeeper, a contractor, CPA or realtor.

Mentorship

Foster a collaborative environment that encourages learning and development for everyone involved.

Community Building

Creating a community among PSU alumni through local events, online forums, and collaborative projects. To make a one time donation to support the chapter's operation expenses during Helene recovery efforts, click the donate button below.

Lions, we are happy to announce the PSU AVL Alumni Chapter has been designated as a chapter of distinction for it’s first year as a chartered chapter. This is an amazing accomplishment for a first year chapter. Thank you to everyone who has supported us either from a far, attending events, participating in raffles, and participating in our social media. Lion Level is the first level of distinction and I think these next two years we can do even better!

Okay Lions, important question…. What’s the best Christmas cookie? 🎄🍪

Let us know in comments.
Then be sure to bring some to our cookie exchange on December 7 at Highland Brewing!

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT:
Meet Madison Powers. She's even cooler in person. You should come to an event and hang with us!

Name: Madison Powers
What year did you graduate from PSU and what was your degree(s)?
· 2018 – Chemistry

When did you move to Asheville and what brought you to the area?
· 2019. First job/Paul

What is, or has been, your career? How did your Penn State degree help you in your career?
· Started in analytical chem lab at Baxter Healthcare and now work as a quality associate in investigation and audits.

What are some of your current hobbies and interests?
· Play tennis, hike, ski, travel and take Lola to breweries

What is one of your favorite memories, classes, professors, or activities while attending Penn State as a student?
· Penn State football games/rushing the field after beating OSU and I really enjoyed my organic chemistry lab.

Favorite memories: I have a foursome of girls and we still talk and take a trip each year.

What was your favorite local hangout spot in State College?
· The Saloon and Pickles

Were you involved in any clubs, organizations or sports teams? Any special memories from them you would like to share?
· Student Red Cross Club
· Bribing Paul with Wings Over for his blood

What is your favorite Penn State Berkey Creamery ice cream flavor?
· Bittersweet Mint

#pennstatealumni #PSUAsheville

Throw on your favorite (or ugliest) Christmas sweater and join us for a cookie exchange December 7! A guaranteed PSU victory!

Did you know that the Penn State Alumni Association has a reach of 750+ members across Western North Carolina? These are just the people we know about who are currently paid association members or were onetime paid members. I am constantly running into folks with Penn State gear on around town who have yet to learn about our local community of Penn Staters. If you have been wondering how you can get involved and support our local cause here are a few great ideas:

1. Spread the word! WE ARE... Make sure fellow Penn Staters are on our communications list and join/follow our Facebook/Instagram pages for live updates on events and so much more.

2. Attend one of our events. Get to know us. Make some new friends.

3. Join the Penn State Alumni Association as an annual or lifetime member. For every paid member in our geographic region our local chapter gets additional financial support from the university. (https://www.alumni.psu.edu/s/1218/16/interior.aspx?sid=1218&gid=4&pgid=6367)

4. Tap into our network of 750+ local alumni to advertise your business or share with a business you work for or know intimately that would appreciate this opportunity. There are several different levels of sponsorships available. Feel free to reach out to Mandi Renee or Andrew Lanteri with any questions. (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1B0zRYNCoPtkKv0jEClhyO3H5ooLSfDHTQvaozxWWvgY/edit?usp=sharing)

It’s Friday in Asheville and Michigan Still Sucks! Will you see us at noon tomorrow @eatatdaddymacsavl ?

Michigan hate week starts today! Are you coming to @eatatdaddymacsavl next Saturday?

We cannot wait to see you @eatatdaddymacsavl today for PSU vs Maryland! Also today, the FRANKLIN SIGNED FOOTBALL RAFFLE starts! 🏈🔵⚪️ The drawing will be at halftime during PSU vs Michigan on 11/11. You do not need to be present to win.

Here’s the raffle link: https://www.eventbee.com/v/franklin-signed-football-raffle/event?eid=283619382#/tickets

Ohio State Hate Week starts now! Are you coming to Daddy Mac’s 10/21? 💙🏈😬

Sundays are for our furry friends! And we know Asheville is pet friendly! Let’s see your PSU pets!

See you in the garden later today at Sierra Nevada there will be a few of us there as early a 4.

Join us for our first event in Asheville, NC
http://evite.me/8v7FE3cfvM
#psualumniavl #weare #pennstate

Penn State in the Smokies!! #psualumniavl #weare #pennstate

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