Patrick Houston ‘75: Finding His Noble Calling at Allegheny
The 1970s marked the end of the Vietnam War, the Watergate scandal, disco and bell bottom jeans. It also marked Patrick Houston’s years at Allegheny College.
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Dana D’Amico ’13: Science Writing Launched Her Career
Dana D’Amico has always liked science and writing. When she arrived at Allegheny College in 2009, she had no idea that the student-run newspaper, The Campus would give her the opportunity to excel at both, laying the foundation for a successful career in science marketing and communications.
Roman Hladio ‘23: The Pandemic Shaped His Perspective on Journalism
When Roman Hladio stepped onto the Allegheny College campus in 2019, he knew he wanted to study English and enjoyed writing, but he didn’t know what his path at Allegheny would be. That changed quickly.
Maximillian Potter ‘93: A Born Writer in Lifelong Pursuit of the Truth
When award-winning writer and author Maximillian Potter arrived at Allegheny College in 1989, he felt like he was born to be a writer but was trying to figure out what that meant. Majoring in English and minoring in creative writing gave him an opportunity to sharpen his skills and find his voice.
Allegheny Research Project Sparks a Global Career in Muscle Science
Anthony Hessel ’12 didn’t plan on becoming a world expert in how muscles move, he just wanted to get into medical school. But one research project at Allegheny College changed his trajectory entirely.
Allegheny College Launches New Podcast Spotlighting Alumni Journeys Shaped by Unusual Combinations
Allegheny College announces the launch of Gators on Purpose, a new podcast that explores the lives of alumni whose unexpected academic combinations and the support of the Allegheny community helped shape meaningful, purpose-driven lives and careers.
Gator Counsel: Joe Gette Leads with Confidence at PPG
When Joe Gette ’94 walks into PPG’s Pittsburgh headquarters, he carries with him a quiet confidence, the kind that was forged years ago in the classrooms and on the basketball and tennis courts of Allegheny College.
A Gift Of A Lifetime From The Larger-Than-Life Phil St. Moritz ’61
The late Phil St. Moritz ’61, for whom the Center for Innovation in the completely renovated, iconic building will be named, funded the majority of this massive project. His passion for innovation, his intuitive generosity, and his love of Allegheny made the project possible.
Allegheny College Graduate Finds Calling In Healthcare After Winning The Zingale Big Idea Competition
Liana Leja ’17 never imagined that her research skills and entrepreneurial drive at Allegheny College would culminate in a healthcare career — today she serves as a nurse practitioner at the Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute.
Allegheny Graduate Is On A Mission To Make Museums More Accessible, Engaging, & Inclusive At The San Diego History Center
Heather Amancio ’23 credits her unusual combinations for preparing her for a career in bringing historical sites to life.
