Admissions Staff

Shari R. Routch

Director of Enrollment Management
E108 Smith Building
[email protected]
814-949-5057

"I believe in the value of higher education to transform lives, better our world, and empower our students to succeed in their personal and professional goals."

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Sheri A. Harper

Associate Director of Admissions
E108 Smith Building
[email protected]
814-949-5467

"One of the things I enjoy most about my job is the time I get to spend assisting students and families from the application process through the admission process and watching those students become Penn Staters!"

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Adam Horell

Admissions Counselor
E108 Smith Building
[email protected]
814-949-5193

"I believe that the college decision is as important as it is exciting. I love my job because I can introduce students and families to that decision process while showcasing the University that I hold so closely."

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Jenna Rankinen

Admissions Counselor
E108 Smith Building
[email protected]
814-949-5560

"I have found many of the qualities I love from a small, private college on Penn State Altoona’s campus—from the natural beauty and wildlife (yes, the ducks are always around to greet you!) to the kindness of staff and faculty."

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