DUS Alumni Profile: Beverly Sobel-Redler - Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS)

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Beverly Sobel-Redler

When did you enter DUS?: Freshman year.
How many semesters did you spend in DUS?: Two and a half.
Why did you choose DUS?: I wasn't sure what to major in.
What resources did you use in your exploratory and decision-making process?: My basic economics course, macroeconomics, and Bernie Bronstein. Bernie was a real superman - he has an unbelievable level of caring for students. He asked insightful, delving questions which helped me to come to my own decisions. Great adviser!
Did DUS benefit you? If so, how?: Yes, it gave me time to be "major-less" rather than getting forced into a wrong major, spending time fulfilling the requirements, then switching and doing the same thing over again.

What major(s) (and minor(s), if applicable) did you end up choosing?: Economics
What year did you graduate?: 1985
What extracurricular activities made a difference in your college experience?: Being a part of The Collegian probably had as much to do with my career preparation as academics and the degree.
Looking back, would you have done anything differently during your time at Penn State?: Partied more. No, really I would have liked to have seen better career counseling (specifically in the interview/resume writing areas). I was raw, rough-edged, naive, and really could have used some coaching and support. My limited contact with students right now indicates not much has changed.

What jobs have you held since graduation?

What is your current occupation?

Extended sabbatical, but active in organizations related to my career such as the American Marketing Association

Profile Last Updated: February 28, 2003