Hometown: Olympia Fields, IL
PSU Connection: Graduate
PSU Graduation Year: 2023
Degree Type: Bachelors
Major of Study:
Memorable moment in your Penn State career: My favorite Penn State moment was getting to walk across the stage at graduation and knowing that my dad and several close friends were in attendance watching me.
Active Duty or Veteran: Veteran
Branch: Air Force
Rank: SSgt
Rate/MOS: 2T251
Where/when did you serve: 2015-2021: 27th Special Operations Wing, Cannon AFB, Clovis, NM; 2021-2023: 911th Airlift Wing, Pittsburgh IAP Air Reserve Station, Coraopolis, PA
Awards: Air Force Achievement Medal
What was your favorite military assignment/duty station and why? My favorite assignment was when I was in the reserves with the 911th Airlift Wing. It allowed me to continue serving my country part time, while being able to finish my degree at Penn State.
MacArthur Engstrand, Air Force, is an enthusiastic, passionate, and dedicated person. He is proud of his military service and accomplishments both in the Air Force and at Penn State. Now, as an Alumni, he hopes to continue to stay involved in the community through the Alumni Association and other volunteer opportunities.
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