SAC Events
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Previous Events
Halloween Luncheon–October 31, 2022
Smeal staff gathered for a Halloween celebration complete with ghosts, goblins, sport teams, ferocious reptiles, and favorite movie cast members.
Ice Cream Surprise–September 14, 2022
Who doesn’t like a surprise visit from Dean Whiteman with ice cream in tow? Smeal Staff was treated to world-famous Berkey Creamery ice cream as we transitioned into fall semester.
Meet and Greet, Axemann Brewery–July 27, 2022
Members of SAC met about 30 staff and faculty members as well as their families at Axemann Brewery for an informal gathering. Connect Four and Corn Hole were enjoyed by many.
Travel Spotlights
Smeal staff were able to take a few awesome “trips” through their coworkers. To date, we’ve been to:
France Wine Country with Rebecca Cianci
U.S. Civil Rights Movement Sites, Southern U.S. with Renee Ford
Sierra Mountains with Juan Veruete
If you would like to share stories of your own excursions, please contact a member of SAC.
Craft Session with Board and Brush of State College
Valentines Day Bake Sale
Raising money for United Way while enjoying some sweet treats.
Soup-er Bowl 2020
The winner of the 2020 Soup-er Bowl was Ian Ousley with Green Chicken Enchilada Soup
2019 United Way Basket Raffle
Snowed in
by SCIS (Basket 1)
Norm Aggon
Snowed in
by SCIS (Basket 2)
Lisa Ford
Homemade Holiday Treats
By the Center for Supply Chain Research
Chris McKeon
Movie Night
by Risk Management
Rick from the Band
International
By the Office of International Programs
Val Struble
You’ve Got to Be In It to Win It!
Undergraduate Education
Carol Lockard
Warm & Cozy Chocolates (Basket 1)
by Professional Graduate Programs
Jacqueline Beshoory – UG FIN
Warm & Cozy Chocolates (Basket 2)
by Professional Graduate Programs
Beth Phillips
Snuggle Up
by Management & Organization and the Farrell Center
Jeanette Miller
Holly Jolly Holiday Cash
by Development and Alumni Relations
Debbie Lissenden
Good Cheery!
By the Deans Office
Tracie Shannon
Giving Thanks to United Way Thanksgiving Celebration: Monday, November 18th
Smeal raised $490 for United Way with this fundraiser
Smeal’s 2019 Halloween Party!
Funniest Group: Pac Man/ People by Alumni & Development
Funniest Individual: Brian Cameron Living in the 80’s
Scariest Group: The Devil Wears Prada by The Deans Office
Scariest Individual: Polla C By Kathleen Rickley in the Financial Office
Most Creative Group: The Spotted Lantern Flies by The Business Career Center
Most Creative Individual: Camp Fire by Felisa Higgins of Undergraduate Education
Best Group: Smores by the Undergraduate Education Office
Welcome Back Lunch: Friday September 6th at Noon.
The 2019-2020 SAC Committee welcomes staff to a new school year with lunch and introductions to their new committee.
Thank You to Staff Lunch: June 19th, 2019.
SAC would like to thank the staff for all they have done year-round with BBQ style food.
The 2019 Staff Recognition Luncheon – April 23rd 2019 at the Penn Stater
Dining Etiquette Workshop – March 21st
Soup-er Bowl: February 1, 2019
Help us celebrate the Superbowl this weekend with some soup and raise money for United Way.
This Years Winners:
First Place: Spicy Sweet Potato
Second Place: Cheeseburger
Third Place: Tie between Broccoli Cheddar & Italian Sausage and White Bean
Cooking Demo: December 12, 2018.
Impress your friends with new appetizers this holiday season. Learn from the professionals some of their most popular recipes. Samples will be provided. For more information contact Ellie Labrin elf103@psu.edu.
United Way Basket Raffle 2018
The Staff Advisory Committee is sponsoring a Themed Basket Raffle. Baskets are due by Friday, November 30th by 5 PM. BE CREATIVE AND HAVE FUN! Basket values are not to exceed $25. Final selections and drawings will be made at the Smeal Holiday Party. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to SAC.
We have raised $620
SAC Bake Sale
Help raise money for United way while spreading the holiday cheer with delicious baked goods. Sign up to bake something and all proceeds will be donated to United Way. For more information contact Ellie Labrin elf103@psu.edu.
SAC was able to raise $145.
Paint and Snack November 20th, 2018
The Smeal Staff Advisory Committee would like to kick off the winter holiday season with a Snowman themed Paint and Snack. Free for the first 15 people who sign up. Will be hosted from 12 PM-1 PM Tuesday, November 20th in room 214.
Check Out More Learn-to-Paint Events from Beth.
Clothing Swap November 13th, 2018
A great opportunity to get rid of unwanted clothes, find new ones, and help the community. All unclaimed items will be donated to local charities.
Extra clothing was donated to The Curtin United Methodist Church and The Purple Heart Foundation.
Smeal Halloween Party 2018
Winners of the Halloween Costume Contest 2018
Funniest – Office of International Programs
The Spice Girls
Scariest – Alumni and Development
State College Construction
Most Creative – Deans Office
Social Media
Team Effort – Undergraduate Education
Chess Pieces
Tech Talk with Jessie Sorensen
Collaboration in an Online World – Features of Office 365, OneDrive, Teams, and more.
Welcome Back to Smeal 2018-2019!
Bring the staff together to celebrate a new school year.
Smeal Ice Cream Social 2018
Basket Raffle Christmas Party 2017
Departments can donate a themed basket to be raffled at the Smeal Holiday Reception held in the atrium on December 7. Raffle open to all staff, faculty, and students.
Total raised for United Way $895.00!
Bake Sale
Smeal’s bake sale on November 13, 2017, was able to raise $312.00 for United Way.
Soup-er Bowl
WINNER: Cassandra Ghinos – Chicken Tortilla Soup
Total Amount Raised: $91.00
Giving Back with Gingerbread
WINNER: “Smealville” by Alumni Relations & Development
Total Amount Raised for United Way: $371.11
Halloween Potluck 2017
Best Costume – The Penguins, Career & Corporate Connections Office
Favorite Main Dish – Chili made by Denise Rill
Favorite Dessert – Browner Goody Bars made by Debbie Weaver
