Meet the WBL team

SUSAN BOWSER

Susan Bowser is the Assistant Director of Early College Work-Based Learning. She is very excited to work with students as they discover the world of work and their future career path. Sue has been at SRU for almost 3 years, first working for the Institute for Nonprofit Leadership. Prior to coming to SRU, she was the Site Administrator of the PA CareerLink Butler County as well as a Career Advisor for Career TRACK working with displaced workers as they discovered new employment paths. Sue also has experience in supported employment, sheltered workshops and teaching art. Sue has a BFA in Fine Arts from Edinboro University – now Penn West and is certified in Art Education. She gets to continue to teach creativity but now focusing on careers and the world of work. Sue likes helping individuals discover their passion, translate their skills and find joy in their chosen careers. Sue resides in Grove City, PA with her husband, 3 Labradors and cats. She loves quilting, calligraphy and creating stuffed dolls and sock monkeys.

RACHEL PATTERSON

Rachel Patterson is the Office Manager for Center for Career and Academic Progress and keeps the office running smoothly, so everyone can spend more time directly supporting students in their career preparation and advancement. Rachel resides in Volant with her husband, their two children, and beloved pets, Lacey the dog and Luna the cat. She finds joy in watching her kids excel in sports and indulges in her passions for reading and swimming. An enthusiastic planner, Rachel loves organizing parties and bringing together friends and family to celebrate special occasions. She is currently working on her bachelor's degree in Leadership Studies at SRU.