Amanda Brodecki

Alumni
Dental Hygiene

After being admitted into the dental hygiene program at Penn College, Amanda decided to give up her seat to join the Air Force National Guard. Knowing that her service would offset her college investment made it all worthwhile. When Amanda returned to campus, she was fully invested in her future. Amanda continued to move up in military rank while completing her coursework. She also served as a resident assistant and mentor to her peers. Today she’s working as a registered dental hygienist in Bensalem, PA and as a dental technician for the Air Force National Guard.

TAKING THE LEAD

Q&A with Amanda

WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE AT PENN COLLEGE?

I think my most memorable experience was when I was a resident assistant for 2-3 years. I learned so much about myself and met amazing people along the way.

WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT THUS FAR?

I moved up in my military rank while being a student and working and became a registered dental hygienist!

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE PENN COLLEGE?

I truly wanted to get away from my home town and Penn College had/has amazing statistics on their dental hygiene program.

DID PENN COLLEGE ASSIST WITH HELPING YOU TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR VETERAN'S BENEFITS?

Yes! Chet Beaver is amazing at his career and makes it incredibly easy for military students to seamlessly get the benefits they have worked so hard for.

DID YOU FEEL SUPPORTED AS A VETERAN AT PENN COLLEGE?

I did. The Penn College community is always centered on our veterans and there was never a day on campus I didn’t feel appreciated for my service.

WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR VETERANS WHO ARE CONSIDERING A PENN COLLEGE EDUCATION?

Make sure you listen to Chet. Get your paperwork in before the deadlines and you are golden! There are many veterans on campus and there are more like-minded people surrounding you then you think.

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THRIVING CAREER

Amanda is currently working as a registered dental hygienist at two dental offices in Bensalem, PA and as a dental technician for the Air Force National Guard. She loves what she does and has such a passion for helping others. Meanwhile, she's pursuing her bachelor's degree in hopes of one day teaching in a dental clinic setting as well.

Student Experience

Penn College is proud to be named a 2021-22 Military Friendly School for true commitment to military students by dedicating resources and services to ensure classroom and postgraduation success, including: