His American Dream

From a homeless trouble maker to respected military veteran, Welbin Prudencio explains how he achieved his American dream.

Welbin Prudencio cuts an impressive figure in his military uniform. As he strides around campus, he walks tall, emitting confidence. He is unfailingly polite and always ready with a smile.

His back-story sounds like the stuff of television drama: at times sad and uncomfortable, but equally inspiring. How did this man, once a homeless thief, end up teaching military science here at Penn State Altoona, living his American dream?  Read the full story online

Welbin Prudencio