Donald Strano

DUS Experience

When did you enter DUS?
As a second-semster freshman.
How many semesters did you spend in DUS?
Four.
Why did you choose DUS?
My poor performance in my first term and confusion regarding my major and career interests.
What resources did you use in your exploratory and decision-making process?
My counselor and other students.
Did DUS benefit you? If so, how?
Yes, it is my strong belief that if it were not for the opportunity to move into the Division for a short period of time, I would not have survived my first year of undergraduate school, let alone gone on to accomplish what I have in my life.

Penn State Experience

What major(s) (and minor(s), if applicable) did you end up choosing?
Individual and Family Studies (now Human Development and Family Studies)
What year did you graduate?
1976
What extracurricular activities made a difference in your college experience?
None.
Looking back, would you have done anything differently during your time at Penn State?
Nothing.

Professional Experience

What jobs have you held since graduation?
  • Mental Health Counselor
  • College Counselor
  • Assistant Dean of Students
  • Counseling Psychologist
  • Clinical Director
  • College Professor
What is your current occupation?
Associate Professor/Graduate Coordinator Counseling and Educational Psychology, Slippery Rock University

Profile Last Updated: August 17, 2004