Resume Details
- Rising fourth-year at The Pennsylvania State University (University Park) pursuing her degree in digital and print journalism with minors in human development and family studies and Italian.
- Journalist with The Daily Collegian since the fall of 2022 where she has gained experience on multiple editorial staffs and written 70+ pieces of published online content during her tenure! Currently, she is a general lifestyle reporter, graphic designer, and social media content creator for The Daily Collegian.
- Bookseller and cashier at The Penn State Bookstore for the past three and a half years.
Personal Life
- A Havertown, PA native, Rita Marie considers State College, PA her second home where she can often be found attending Penn State football games, doing homework at local coffee shops, and hanging out with friends.
- She also loves spending time with family, listening to music of many genres, and of course, reading and writing.
Fun Facts
- Psychology major in first year of college to become a clinical psychologist, but switched to journalism and found her true passion in writing
- Avid Philly sports fan
- Studied abroad in Italy
Favorites
- Book Genres: Fantasy, romance, and psychological thrillers
- TV-Show Binges: Derry Girls, Glee and Schitt’s Creek
- Hobbies/Interests: Reading, writing, traveling, listening to music, and watching TV and movies
- Food: Ravioli or prime rib
- Vacation Spot: There’s a few! Ocean City, New Jersey; Donegal, Ireland; and anywhere in Italy
- Last Book Read: Normal People by Sally Rooney
- Bucket List Wishes:
- Travel more! Dream destinations are Greece and Amsterdam and she would love to go back to Italy and see the Amalfi Coast.
- Writing a book one day!
