Graduate Testimonials
Janette I. Hunt / Click for Testimonial
"The online LER program at Penn State World Campus has been an amazing experience which has both enriched and educated me. The content is extremely relevant an immediately applicable. The resources both online and through staff and faculty truly embrace and collaborate with the World Campus students making this program both robust and agile. Kudos to Penn State for their continual efforts to innovate and meet the academic needs of their students."
Program: Integrated B.S. in LER and M.P.S. in HRER Program (World Campus)
Graduation Year: B.S. LER 2018 & M.P.S. HRER 2020
Hometown: Severna Park, Maryland
Shun “Shaun” Yiu / Click for Testimonial
"The thing I love the most about this program is the support you get from the faculty and the sense of camaraderie among the students. You only get these in a small and selective program like Penn State's."
Program: MS in HRER
Graduation Year: 2019
Hometown: Hong Kong, China
Miriam Pallard / Click for Testimonial
"Being in this program has allowed me to continue my full-time job as a program specialist and as a mother. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the profession I love and meet great people as well."
Program: MPS HRER (World Campus)
Graduation Year: 2021
Hometown: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
Janini DeFranco / Click for Testimonial
"The flexibility and convenience offered by the Penn State World Campus program has given me the opportunity to continue pursuing my academic goals without having to relocate my family or abandon my career. My professors have not only contributed to the field of human resources but have been an excellent resource in my development as an HR professional. They have been knowledgeable, accessible, approachable, and have taken a personal interest in my academic success. This program has exceeded all my expectations! I highly recommend this program to anyone trying to maintain a work-life balance while simultaneously pursuing an advanced degree in human resources."
Program: MPS in HRER (World Campus)
Graduation Year: 2020
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Amarachi Nlemigbo / Click for Testimonial
“Getting the MS HRER degree from Penn State was truly an enriching experience. The esteemed faculty and staff of the program showed genuine curiosity in both my academic and professional goals, providing guidance and support where needed. The dynamic learning environment and engaging interactions with my cohort enabled me to gain varied perspectives on the topics covered in class. In addition, my learning was extended beyond the classroom with opportunities to participate in case competitions, visit companies and engage with industry professionals. I am currently an HR Manager at Microsoft overseeing the Employee Relations service model globally. My MS HRER degree gave me an understanding of the cultural, contextual and organizational factors that contribute to the success of an organization. As a result, I am able to scale the Employee Relations model globally by considering HR capability, Manager Capability and optimal Employee Experience. I truly am grateful for my time here; the knowledge I gained and the life long friends I have made. We Are... Penn State!”
Program: MS in HRER
Graduation Year: 2018
Hometown: Ikeja Lagos, Nigeria
Tylar Smith / Click for Testimonial
I first chose this program solely on the fact I could get my master's in a shorter period of time which meant saving on tuition and allowing me to get out in the workplace a year sooner. After being at Penn State, I realized there are so many more reasons why one should choose this program: the opportunities within this program are endless and easily accessible!
This program has not only taught me about Labor and Employment Relations, but it has also taught me how to network, the proper etiquette in the workplace and during interviews, and most importantly self-confidence. The connections this program allows students to make is remarkable and has exceeded far beyond any of my expectations. The program is made up of a group of students who are not here just to get a Penn State degree, but are dedicated and truly excited to succeed in this field.
The HRER master’s program at Penn State is above and beyond any other. I feel the program has not only allowed me to join a Penn State Family, but also a member of the PSU HRER family. Every one you encounter during this program from advisors, professors, classmates and mentors go above and beyond to help you grow as a young professional. Once a part of this family, you want to help each other become as successful as possible.
Program: Integrated BS in LER and MS in HRER
Graduation Year: BS LER 2019 & MPS HRER 2020
Hometown: Needmore, PA
Tatiana Rotger / Click for Testimonial
I chose the IUG HRER program primarily because I could earn my bachelor’s and master’s in a total of 5 years. Also, this program is highly recognized in the nation and has remarkable faculty that prepares me succeed in my future career.
The program has helped me improve my critical thinking skills, learn the academic principles of HRER, and apply concepts to real life examples.
This program has small to medium class sizes to promote in-class discussion, provides great amount of academic and career related resources to students, and gives opportunities for students to engage with successful alumni in the field.
Program: IUG HRER
Graduation Year: Spring 2020
Hometown: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Andrea Frank / Click for Testimonial
Graduation Year: May 2019
Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Natasha Roberts / Click for Testimonial
I choose the program because I felt that it was a great opportunity to receive a quality education. Penn State is full of resources and opportunities and the faculty and staff are very hands on with the students and support us in our academic career.
This program has opened my eyes to various facets of Human Resources and Employment Relations that I was not exposed to during undergrad. Additionally, this program has pushed me academically and has challenged my thought processes and be more curious on the subject matter.
The faculty and staff are very hands on and willing to help which is what I believe makes this program exceptional. All the support and guidance I have received from them has positively impacted my experience and performance in this program
Program: Integrated BS in LER and MS in HRER
Graduation Year: May 2019
Hometown: Ardsley, New York