Meet the Executive Board
Nolan McCluskey, President
Hi, I'm Nolan. I am a senior majoring in Industrial Engineering. This is my third year with Habitat. I love working with my hands and helping the community, and this is something that brings those two things together. I'm really enjoying my time in this club, and I am looking forward to making it even better. There are a lot of great people involved here, which makes this work even more enjoyable. I highly encourage others to be active members and to make the most out of it.
Alyssa Montalvo, Vice President
Hi, I’m Alyssa! I’m a senior studying biology and minoring in Spanish. This is my fourth year with Habitat and I am so excited to be a part of this amazing club! I can’t wait to serve the State College area and volunteer while making new friends. I’m also looking forward to planning an exciting spring break trip for everyone! I can’t wait to see what’s in store for this year!
Lexi Donovan, Secretary
Hello! My name is Lexi and I am a senior studying criminology. As soon as I heard that Penn State offered a Habitat for Humanity club, I knew I had to join. Service is so important to me and Habitat does amazing work for people in need. On top of being able to partake in service, I am meeting so many amazing new friends as well. I feel so lucky to be a part of this organization and I am very excited for everything we will accomplish this year
Jack Pikiewicz, Social Chair
Hi, I'm John "Jack" Pikiewicz. I am a junior currently studying Civil Engineering. I enjoy the aspect of helping the community with a hands on approach. The Build projects are gratifying and the people you meet are incredible. It's a great club to be a part of that makes a direct and lasting impact. I hope to further my leadership roles in this club and I hope to make many more lasting memories
Ryan Kurtz, Spring Break Coordinator
Hello! My name is Ryan Kurtz and I am a fourth- year Architectural Engineering student from New Jersey. I have been involved with Habitat for Humanity since my freshman year of high school. I have been apart of lots of builds over the years and have enjoyed every unique experience. I am super excited to be on the executive board this year and can't wait to help give back to the community!
John Goldthwait, Treasurer
Hey everyone! I’m John Goldthwait and I am a third-year management student from Maryland. My favorite experience as a member of this club was the spring break trip where we got to explore a new community and be a part of the construction of new homes for people in need. I can’t wait for another year as a part of this amazing club!
Jada Goonewardene, Fundraising Chair
Hi! My name is Jada Goonewardene and I am a senior from Lower Merion, PA. This is my second year with Habitat for Humanity and I am so happy to be a part of a club that connects me to the local community beyond Penn State. I have met great people through Habitat for Humanity and I am so excited for all we have planned for the club this year!
Anastasia Sharipova, PR Chair
Hi everyone! My name is Anastasia Sharipova, and I am second -year architectural engineering student from King of Prussia, PA. This is my second year with the club and first year on exec board. I joined this club my very first semester here because I did it in high school and really enjoyed it. It is always so fulfilling to help build homes for those in need while learning new skills. My favorite memory with the club is the spring break trip last year. I had a great time getting to go to Florida while volunteering and meeting new people! I am so excited to be on exec this year and help grow the club even more!