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Posted on May 22, 2025
When Jen Skelly was debating whether to enhance her credentials with a general studies master’s degree or focus on a curriculum that would benefit her work at Penn-Mar as Director of PA Operations, she chose the latter. That decision led to a two-year journey with…
Posted on March 16, 2022
As a community hub and resource for learning and literacy Carroll County Public Library (CCPL) is ahead of the curve. On December 17th of last year, CCPL officially opened the cutting-edge makerspace, Exploration Commons at 50 East, the first in Carroll County, and one of…
Posted on March 15, 2022
When building a resume and preparing for job interviews, there are many different factors to consider. Your education level is important. So is your previous work experience. References are crucial; not to mention the interview itself.
Posted on March 15, 2022
There are many different things that factor into getting a job. First, you build a resume and send it to a company as part of your application for a job. If the company thinks you could be a good fit for the position, they’ll schedule…
Posted on March 2, 2022
When Tina Chan Sweenie started working for Penn-Mar in January 2020 as Manager of Volunteer and Donor Engagement, she could never have imagined that only two months later the COVID pandemic would bring her outreach efforts to a screeching halt. With people and programs moving…
Posted on February 22, 2022
Each month, we’re highlighting a “behind-the-scenes” team member whose work supports our mission, but whose face you might not often see on our social media pages. We’re excited to help you get to know our innovative team and the complex work we do. So, tune…
Posted on February 18, 2022
As a full-time Dean’s List student and an extremely dedicated employee, Jessica Patchel has her hands full. Penn-Mar was very fortunate to have Jessica join our team three and a half years ago as a Residential Assistant. Since then, she has been promoted twice and…
Posted on February 18, 2022
Once you’re grown up, you’re expected to work to make money so you can provide for yourself and your family. This allows you to do things like buy a house, pay your bills, travel, and save for anything else you want. However, the type of…
Posted on February 18, 2022
When it comes to jobs and careers, the majority of people are most worried about the wages they will earn for the work they perform. Whether that comes in the form of an hourly rate, a one-time contract with a lump sum, or a salary,…
Posted on February 6, 2022
On November 18th, 2021, Dave Peak donned his Giant uniform for the last time. His final shift at the supermarket in Westminster, Maryland, was bittersweet for the 46-year-old Carroll County native. On one hand he was excited to be retiring after 25 years, and on…
Posted on February 1, 2022
The Penn-Mar HEART Award program recognizes team members whose passion and performance leave the mark of their own legacy through exceptional demonstrations of Honesty, Excellence, Advocacy, Respect, and Teamwork.