Program Manager
Email: bao20@psu.edu
Phone: 814-865-9202
After more than ten years in student affairs, Bridget is excited to bring her relationship-building and program development experience to Conferences and Institutes, where she looks forward to exploring a new corner of the higher education landscape. With a bachelor’s degree in anthropology and an M.Ed. in higher education administration, she has cultivated a deep interest in how people learn, engage, and create meaningful communities.
Bridget previously served as director of the Center for Student Engagement and Leadership at Cabrini University and held multiple student affairs positions at the Penn State Brandywine and University Park campuses. Throughout her career, she has been energized by experiential learning, creative programming, and collaborative partnerships.
Outside of work, Bridget enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking and camping, or relaxing indoors with a good book and her dog, Wendy.