Alumni and Friends
A powerful, global network.
Join us, and you join the ranks of Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology, College of Agricultural Sciences, and Penn State alumni—the largest and most active network of former students in the world. You will enjoy a life with peers motivated to help you succeed. We are on every continent, in the halls of government, on the boards of Fortune 500s, and leaders in every walk of life.
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Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology Alumni News
February 16, 2026
Brian Aynardi: Rooted in Turfgrass Excellence
"You don’t realize the value of a college degree until you’re in a job where that degree isn’t needed. You realize you have something that’s a lot more than a piece of paper and that can really change your life in a positive way, both economically and in personal fulfillment."
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August 19, 2022
Alumnus-founded startup Phospholutions announces $5.3M investment
Hunter Swisher launched the fertilizer tech company as a student at Penn State.
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