Meet Our Chapter Leadership Team
Sarah Kiessling, '11
Chapter President
Sarah grew up traveling back and forth between Rochester and Williamsport to visit family, but had never imagined herself at Penn State until her dad suggested a visit after Easter dinner at grandma's. As soon as she stepped foot on campus she knew she found a home away from home.
At Penn State, Sarah competed with the PSU Figure Skating team, became President of the Amnesty International Student Chapter PSU, studied abroad in Argentina and was avidly involved in THON. Sarah is now a Human Resources Benefits Consultant residing in Rochester. She still figure skates and is a foster mom for rescue dogs. |
Stacey Smith, '09
Vice President |
Patty Reinhold, '83
Secretary & Membership ChairPatty was brought up in a Penn State family - both her father and brother are alumni - watching Penn State football since she was a young child. When it was time to apply for college, Dad recommended considering alternatives like Navy, Maryland, and Miami just in case it didn't work out. Thankfully, she was accepted at Penn State!
At Penn State, Patty participated in Women's Intercollegiate Soccer, Symphonic Blue Band, Concert White Band, and Intramural sports. With her degree in Civil Engineering, she worked for NYSDOT for 34 years in the Syracuse and Rochester regions. After retiring from NYSDOT, she worked for a local engineering firm. Patty and her husband Paul enjoy their season football tickets, boating at their home on Canandaigua Lake, skiing at their condo in Telluride, as well as hiking, camping, and traveling. |
Chris Chiang, '14
TreasurerExploring colleges, Chris had not considered Penn State until his cousin (an alum) suggested applying. After touring the campus in the middle of winter through the cold and snow, he knew Penn State was the one and has never looked back.
At Penn State, Chris was a Resident Assistant, brother of Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, and Penn State Lion Scouts tour guide. He studied abroad in Florence, Italy, and danced in THON. He double majored in Advertising and Marketing, minoring in Sociology. Chris is a Program Manager and currently resides in Henrietta. He enjoys traveling, exploring new food spots, and running. |
Brian Stanes, '97
Activities & Events ChairBrian is a 1997 graduate of Penn State. He holds a degree in Marketing with a minor in Business Logistics. While at Penn State, he was Vice President of the Penn State Marketing Association.
Brian currently works as an account executive for Saia LTL Freight covering Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse. When he is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Debi, and his two kids, Tommy and Emily. Brian enjoys bike riding, golfing, hiking, and barbecue. |
Kathleen Borbee, '85
Community Service Co-Chair
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Tyler Marsh, '16
Member-at-largeTyler grew up in a Penn State household with his uncle attending Penn State Behrend in Erie. His grandparents and Mom and Dad love watching games on Saturday afternoons. When Tyler graduated from high school he knew the choice was easy to go to Penn State Behrend so he could stay close to home. He graduated in 2016 with a degree in Supply Chain and Project Management- following graduation he move to Pottsville PA to work for Wegmans Food Market as a Distribution Team Leader. He has now moved to Rochester NY with his girlfriend (who is also a PSU student attending World Campus), and both of them wanted to join the chapter to remain close with other PSU strong alumni and friends.
Outside of work Tyler loves going to as many PSU football and hockey games as possible, and he is also a huge Buffalo Bills fan. He likes staying involved within the community and hopes his connection through the Rochester Chapter will allow him to do so. |
Katherine Craig, '17
Member-at-large |
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