Professional Networking Symposium
Friday, September 26, 2025
About the Professional Networking Symposium (PNS)
The Professional Networking Symposium was founded by Dr. Daniel Fischmar, professor of economics emeritus at Westminster College, and alumni Dr. Christie Nelson '06, assistant research professor at Rutgers University and research with the Department of Homeland Security Center of Excellence (CCICADA.org) at Rutgers University, and Benjamin Nelson '06, vice president and senior credit officer at Moody's Investors Services.
The success of the PNS is founded on Westminster alumni and friends returning to the College to network with current Titans and connect them with opportunities for internships and careers. We appreciate their generous support of Westminster and our students, reminding us that it is always "a great day to be a Titan!"
Registration for Alumni & Friends
Alumni, friends, and community members are welcome to attend the PNS. Click the registration button above to register. Please note that not all fields may apply to all attendees. There is no cost to attend the PNS, as we greatly appreciate the participation of alumni, friends, and guests of Westminster College. Your participation enables us to offer a differentiated experience to students and young alumni, and it allows you to connect with students who can be a part of your internship, project, or career pipeline.
Important Registration Note: The nature of this networking event lends itself to being transparent about those who plan to attend. By registering, you acknowledge that you are granting permission for your name to appear on the PNS website as an attendee.
Career & Networking Fair
An in-person career and networking fair is an important feature of the PNS. Recruiters and corporations can contact the Office of Professional Development & Community Engagement to request to participate in the fair.
Career Fair Participants
Aflac
Apple Blossom Midwifery
Arise
Armstrong Group
Baker Tilly
BDO
BNY
Cray Youth and Family Services
D.R. Horton
Duquesne University School of Pharmacy
Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA
Fastenal
FNB
Forward Lawrence
HBK CPAs & Consultants
Holsinger P.C.
IRS, Criminal Investigation
Kelly Education
Lifetime Financial Group
Matthews International Corp.
New Castle Public Library
PA Career Link/West Central Job Partnership
Paper Products Company
Penn-Northwest Development Corp.
Pennsylvania National Guard
PGT Services
Pittsburgh Riverhounds
Primary Health Network
PNC
Ryan Homes, NVR Inc.
Schneider Downs
Shenango on the Green
SMS Group
Touchstone Capital
UPMC Children’s Advocacy Ctr.
UPMC Corporate Services
UPMC Horizon
UPMC Jameson
UPMC Magee Women’s Hospital School of Cytology
U.S. Army
U.S. Office of Personnel Mtg.
Wesley Woods
Widener Univ. Commonwealth Law School
Schedule of Events
Friday, September 26
Check-In & Breakfast
Career Fair
Presentations
11:00 a.m. – 11:40 a.m. ESTAI in the Communication Field
Delivering Excellence in Healthcare and Employee Experience
Drinko Summer Fellowship Humanities Scholars
Navigating Environmental Internships
TRIO- Building your Networking Toolbox: Developing the Small Talk Skills for Social Networking Situations
Career Panels
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Accounting
Communications
Community Engagement
Criminal Justice & Sociology
Drinko Summer Fellowship STEM Scholar
Education
Engineering
Finance
Government
Graduate School
Healthcare
Law School
Marketing
Music
Non-Profit
Peace Corps (virtual)
Psychology/Neuroscience
Lunch
Thank You Reception
Stop by during the lunchtime break for complimentary desserts and an iced coffee bar. Additionally, take advantage of custom Titan-branded backdrops for the perfect promotional photos for your LinkedIn profile. We’ll have scenes set up for panelists, career fair moments, and attendees, all captured by our professional photographer. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your professional growth and make the most of your event experience while staging the image that captures all your best angles! Students welcome too. Compliments of the Westminster College Alumni Association.
Presentations/Workshops
1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.A Conversation About Resumes
Crafting Meaningful AI Tools: AI = Humans + Math
How to Pivot When Life Throws You a Curveball
Leadership in Innovation
Leveraging Your Degree
From New Wilmington to NASA: How to Craft your Story on LinkedIn
Networking and Career Success
What to Expect from Your First Job
Optional Campus Tours