2025 NWPA SPE Student Chapter Scholarships have been awarded to Brianna Downing and CJ Mascarello.
Brianna Downing: I am graduating from Penn State Behrend today in plastics engineering technology. I am a part of the plastics club on campus and have been secretary for the past 2 years. I will be working at Adams Manufacturing as Quality Engineer Starting in January.
My name is C.J. Mascarello and I am currently a 5th year student at Penn State Behrend studying Plastics Engineering and Technology! I am also pursuing a minor in Sustainability Leadership, alongside a certificate in Medical Plastics. I am on track to graduate next semester, and am excited to see what the greater industry holds for me!
2025 NWPA SPE MEMBER’S SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS ANNOUNCED
My name is Ely Cooney and I am a senior at Cathedral Preparatory School. I am currently interested in attending Penn State University Park to major in Biomedical Engineering and I am currently in the process of applying. This scholarship will help support me financially in achieving my academic goals. I am particularly drawn to the fields of mathematics and chemistry, especially at the point where they intersect. Outside of the classroom I am deeply involved in NHS, Student Council, Class Leadership, and varsity water polo. I am very excited to study engineering and focus on the medical sector.
My name is AJ Evans and I’m a freshman at Clarion University, studying Elementary Education. In my free time I enjoy golfing while also working a part time job, and raising animals to show at the fair.
Jacob Lenhardt is a Senior in the Project and Supply Chain Analytics Program at Penn State Behrend. This program involves a major in Project and Supply Chain Management, a minor in MIS, and several certifications including SAP. Jacob is an Erie area native and lives in the city where he enjoys engaging in civic activities. Jacob spends his time outside of class working as a Retail Manager for Games Workshop, weight training, and enjoying exploring the outdoors.
The NWPA SPE provides a scholarship for our member’s qualified family. In order to make the scholarship more accessible and increase the number of applicants, it is now available to current college/trade school students as well as high school seniors that are children or grandchildren of our members. The application is available for download from our website in June.
Also visit the SPE National site for Foundation Scholarships