Where do I fit in in all of this?
The Apollo universe is made up of four amazing constellations: Andromeda, Draco, Lynx, and Phoenix. Constellations provide an opportunity for members to create lasting friendships through more in-depth connection and specific constellation events. Each constellation is led by two seasoned veterans of Apollo known as commanders. Commanders act as a source of innovation and inclusion that members can build off of in order to continually push Apollo to be a better organization than it already is. Constellations are one hundred percent inclusive and give way to friendly competition within Apollo, as the Constellation Cup is the most coveted achievement within the organization. Each constellation, and therefore every single member, plays a huge role in making Apollo THON's best organization.
How can I get involved?
To start, attend a meeting. You will be sorted into a constellation, like Harry Potter except instead of a hat you are sorted by a computer. Through constellation-specific events, you will get to know a mix of new and old Apollo members. Throughout the year, we will also hold a wide variety of events from our Food Truck Fiesta to canvassing trips, all leading up to THON weekend! Leading up to THON weekend, we will focus on fundraising, but you can get a head start by visiting our fundraising page. Remember, this is all for the kids!
Apollo 2019 Commanders
MEET OUR COMMANDERS!
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Rachel Lee
My name is Rachel Lee and I am a senior from Binghamton, NY. I am studying Science, the Biological Sciences and Health Professions option, and minoring in Biomedical Engineering. I am currently pursuing Medical school or Physical Therapy school. I like to play ice hockey and tennis and I also love to cook, bake, and travel. Fun fact; I have been to Australia where I was able to hold a koala, pet a kangaroo and even swim in the Great Barrier Reef! I THON for the dreamers; the future doctors, lawyers, astronauts, princes and princesses. I THON so that every child can discover tomorrow's wonder. |
Katie Hockenberry
Hi friends! My name’s Katie Hockenberry and I am so excited to be one of your commanders this year! I’m a junior majoring in Supply Chain Management, with minors in Economics and Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Some basic things about me: I’m from Lancaster, PA; I love trying new foods; I’ve been a diehard PSU football fan since birth; and I’m obsessed with my goldendoodle, Teddy. This will be my third year in Apollo and I cannot wait to see all that we accomplish this year. FTK & NGU!
Hi friends! My name’s Katie Hockenberry and I am so excited to be one of your commanders this year! I’m a junior majoring in Supply Chain Management, with minors in Economics and Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Some basic things about me: I’m from Lancaster, PA; I love trying new foods; I’ve been a diehard PSU football fan since birth; and I’m obsessed with my goldendoodle, Teddy. This will be my third year in Apollo and I cannot wait to see all that we accomplish this year. FTK & NGU!
Wilson Miller
I am from Bellefonte, Pennsylvania which is a little less than 15 minutes from State College, meaning that I am technically I am a Townie. I grew up being very active in both soccer and wrestling all throughout my schooling. I love being active outdoors, including both skiing and hiking. At Penn State I am currently a sophomore studying Architectural Engineering. Other than Apollo and THON, I still play soccer on a Penn State IM team, and an adult league team in Centre County.
I THON for my nephew Owen. Although he did not have cancer, he did have a very rare heart defect known as Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF). Luckily his treatment was paid in full with the help of several different organizations. This took a tremendous amount of stress off of my family, so that we could all focus on having him begin his life as a normal child. This made me realize how important these organizations are that provide money to the families of sick children so that these families can focus on the more important aspects of their child’s lives.
I am from Bellefonte, Pennsylvania which is a little less than 15 minutes from State College, meaning that I am technically I am a Townie. I grew up being very active in both soccer and wrestling all throughout my schooling. I love being active outdoors, including both skiing and hiking. At Penn State I am currently a sophomore studying Architectural Engineering. Other than Apollo and THON, I still play soccer on a Penn State IM team, and an adult league team in Centre County.
I THON for my nephew Owen. Although he did not have cancer, he did have a very rare heart defect known as Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF). Luckily his treatment was paid in full with the help of several different organizations. This took a tremendous amount of stress off of my family, so that we could all focus on having him begin his life as a normal child. This made me realize how important these organizations are that provide money to the families of sick children so that these families can focus on the more important aspects of their child’s lives.
Matt Hogan
I am from THE north hills of Pittsburgh and am single majoring in Material Sciences and Engineering. I am 2 for 2 in college as an Apollo member, and very much looking forward to my first leadership role in this organization. I'm a firefighter and love to 3D print useless objects, dance terribly, and apologetically love country music.
Contact Info: Muh407@psu.edu
@Matt_ho6an
Venmo: matt_ho6an
Snap: matt.hogan
I am from THE north hills of Pittsburgh and am single majoring in Material Sciences and Engineering. I am 2 for 2 in college as an Apollo member, and very much looking forward to my first leadership role in this organization. I'm a firefighter and love to 3D print useless objects, dance terribly, and apologetically love country music.
Contact Info: Muh407@psu.edu
@Matt_ho6an
Venmo: matt_ho6an
Snap: matt.hogan
Jenna Dzelzgalvis
My name is Jenna Dzelzgalvis and I’m a sophomore at Penn State studying Elementary Education. This is my first year being in Apollo and I’m one of the Family Relations Commanders. A fun fact about me is that I was Jack’s DRCM last year and I am also the world’s largest Dave Matthews Band fan ever! I cannot wait to become more and more apart of the Apollo family and I can’t wait to interact with our families, because after all, that is exactly why we THON.
Contact me at: 215-970-6678,
j.dzelzgalvis@gmail.com,
jrd5815@psu.edu
My name is Jenna Dzelzgalvis and I’m a sophomore at Penn State studying Elementary Education. This is my first year being in Apollo and I’m one of the Family Relations Commanders. A fun fact about me is that I was Jack’s DRCM last year and I am also the world’s largest Dave Matthews Band fan ever! I cannot wait to become more and more apart of the Apollo family and I can’t wait to interact with our families, because after all, that is exactly why we THON.
Contact me at: 215-970-6678,
j.dzelzgalvis@gmail.com,
jrd5815@psu.edu
Raiid Ahmed
Hello! My name’s Raiid and I’m currently a sophomore studying mechanical engineering. I hail from East Brunswick New Jersey, where I was also the winner of the annual East Brunswick Thanksgiving Fun Run in 2017 so I’m kinda a big deal now. I love to listen to music, work out, hike, play nerdy videogames and fold origami. I’m also getting into buying useless junk from thrift stores so if you have cool finds send them my way.
You can reach me at rta5088@psu.edu or raiidahmed@gmail.com if ya wanna get a little personal
Hello! My name’s Raiid and I’m currently a sophomore studying mechanical engineering. I hail from East Brunswick New Jersey, where I was also the winner of the annual East Brunswick Thanksgiving Fun Run in 2017 so I’m kinda a big deal now. I love to listen to music, work out, hike, play nerdy videogames and fold origami. I’m also getting into buying useless junk from thrift stores so if you have cool finds send them my way.
You can reach me at rta5088@psu.edu or raiidahmed@gmail.com if ya wanna get a little personal
Mary Enger
Hello everyone!! I am currently a sophomore studying Community, Environment, and Development in the College of Agriculture. I am also aiming for a GIS and Spanish minor. I love being a part of THON and am excited to be even more involved as time passes on. My one true love is my dog, the cutest black lab to ever exist, and if I could only eat one food for the rest of my life it would be belgian waffles. In my free time I like to golf and have dance parties with my friends.
I THON for the kids!!
You can reach me at mee28@psu.edu or maryenger24@gmail.com
Hello everyone!! I am currently a sophomore studying Community, Environment, and Development in the College of Agriculture. I am also aiming for a GIS and Spanish minor. I love being a part of THON and am excited to be even more involved as time passes on. My one true love is my dog, the cutest black lab to ever exist, and if I could only eat one food for the rest of my life it would be belgian waffles. In my free time I like to golf and have dance parties with my friends.
I THON for the kids!!
You can reach me at mee28@psu.edu or maryenger24@gmail.com
