Recognition - Penn State World Campus Alumni

World Campus alumni are recognized for their talents and impact by Penn State, by employers, by professional bodies, and by their communities.

University Awards - World Campus alumni are recognized for their service and dedication to the University in a number of ways.

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Honors Beyond Penn State - Get inspired by your fellow alumni’s achievements and honors. And share your own!

He built two degrees around a military career and then tackled an MBA

October 14, 2026October 15, 2026 • by Mike Dawson

Mac McCullen built a career on the idea that you get ahead by conforming. A professor’s question, “What if I’m wrong?” gave him room to challenge that idea.

She didn’t think it was possible. She’s proof that it is.

October 14, 2026October 15, 2026 • by Penn State staff

Adalice Burgos was a working mom of twin boys on the night shift when a missed job opportunity pushed her to enroll at Penn State World Campus.

Hamza Kahan walking across stage at graduation on jumbotron

From burnout to breakthrough: Hamza Khan’s Penn State story

September 9, 2026October 15, 2026 • by Mike Dawson

Hamza Khan was already a bestselling author and global keynote speaker when he enrolled at Penn State World Campus. He wasn’t looking for a credential. He was looking for proof.

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