This is “Who We Are: Penn State” — brought to you by the Penn State Alumni Association. A show where distinguished graduates return to share their stories. Where we dig into the moments that shaped them. And where you discover that wearing these colors never really ends. In part one of this two-episode series of WHO WE ARE hosted by LaVar Arrington, Penn State alumnus from 2004, Amanda Gifford Lockwood shares her inspiring journey from Penn State student to Emmy-winning ESPN executive, highlighting the importance of community, mentorship, and differentiation in a competitive media landscape.

 -Mentorship and early support from Steve Jones

-Experience in sports journalism and radio -Internship at ESPN and summer in sports media

-Balancing teaching and career aspirations

Takeaways:

-Leverage mentorship opportunities early in your career.

-Utilize university resources and networks for growth.

-Stay connected to your college community for opportunities.

 

 

 

This is &ldquo;Who We Are: Penn State&rdquo; &mdash; brought to you by the Penn State Alumni Association. A show where distinguished graduates return to share their stories. Where we dig into the moments that shaped them. And where you discover that wearing these colors never really ends. In part one of this two-episode series of WHO WE ARE hosted by LaVar Arrington, Penn State alumnus from 2004, Amanda Gifford Lockwood shares her inspiring journey from Penn State student to Emmy-winning ESPN executive, highlighting the importance of community, mentorship, and differentiation in a competitive media landscape.
&nbsp;-Mentorship and early support from Steve Jones
-Experience in sports journalism and radio -Internship at ESPN and summer in sports media
-Balancing teaching and career aspirations
Takeaways:
-Leverage mentorship opportunities early in your career.
-Utilize university resources and networks for growth.
-Stay connected to your college community for opportunities.
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Who We Are: Penn State Hosted By LaVar Arrington With Guest Amanda Gifford. I'm Living A Dream Pt. 1

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The Penn State story extends far beyond Happy Valley. Who We Are Penn State, hosted by College Football Hall of Famer LaVar Arrington and presented by the Penn State Alumni Association, brings distinguished graduates back to share the experiences, turning points, and connections that shaped their lives beyond campus.

Hear the stories behind the people carrying Penn State’s legacy forward, and discover what it means to remain part of a community that spans generations.

Follow Who We Are Penn State now and be the first to hear each new conversation.

The Penn State story extends far beyond Happy Valley. Who We Are Penn State, hosted by College Football Hall of Famer LaVar Arrington and presented by the Penn State Alumni Association, brings distinguished graduates back to share the experiences, turning points, and connections that shaped their lives beyond campus.
Hear the stories behind the people carrying Penn State&rsquo;s legacy forward, and discover what it means to remain part of a community that spans generations.
Follow Who We Are Penn State&nbsp;now and be the first to hear each new conversation.

Introducing "Who We Are" with LaVar Arrington

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Who We Are brings remarkable alumni back to where their stories began. Hosted by LaVar Arrington, each two-part conversation goes beyond résumés and accomplishments to explore the experiences, relationships, turning points, and lessons that shaped who they became.

Through candid conversations with distinguished graduates, Who We Are celebrates the people behind a university’s legacy and the connections that continue long after graduation. It’s about where they started, where life took them, and what it means to remain part of a community that spans generations.

Follow Who We Are and discover the stories that show a university is more than a place. It’s the people who carry it forward.

Who We Are&nbsp;brings remarkable alumni back to where their stories began. Hosted by LaVar Arrington, each two-part conversation goes beyond r&eacute;sum&eacute;s and accomplishments to explore the experiences, relationships, turning points, and lessons that shaped who they became.
Through candid conversations with distinguished graduates, Who We Are&nbsp;celebrates the people behind a university&rsquo;s legacy and the connections that continue long after graduation. It&rsquo;s about where they started, where life took them, and what it means to remain part of a community that spans generations.
Follow Who We Are&nbsp;and discover the stories that show a university is more than a place. It&rsquo;s the people who carry it forward.

Who We Are

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