Penn College News

Ryan P. Becker Chosen as 'Student of the Month'

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Ryan P. BeckerRyan P. Becker, a construction management major from Johnstown, has been chosen as the Student Government Association's "Student of the Month" for November.

As president of the Construction Management Association, Becker organized this year's "Hog Bash" pig roast a popular annual event held on the Bush Campus Center lawn and is secretary of the Sigma Lambda Chi international construction honor society. He regularly volunteers to talk with industry representatives and potential students, his faculty nominator added.

"Ryan is the model student and young leader," the nominator said. "He constantly performs tasks above outstanding levels, is always willing to counsel or tutor younger students, represents the program and college well on- and off-campus, and is committed to excellence."

SGA selectsits "Student of the Month" based on commitment, service, role-model behavior, academics, leadership and campus involvement. Nominations from faculty/staff and other students are strongly encouraged.

Becker's selection is the lastfor the Fall 2007 semester; watch PCToday in January for the next round of nominations.