Penn State Behrend’s Class of 2026 is ready to make its mark on the world. We’re proud of our students and all that they have learned and accomplished here at Behrend. Over the next several weeks, we will introduce you to a few of our remarkable seniors who have conducted valuable research, pioneered innovation, overcome challenges, and engaged in college life in a big way.

Today, we’d like you to meet Ethan Callaghan.

Major: Project and Supply Chain Management

Minor: Finance

Hometown: Elizabeth, Pennsylvania

Scholarship: Lawrence and Elizabeth Held Scholarship

Award: Thomas H. Turnbull Award

Why he chose Behrend: I chose Behrend because of its tight community, opportunities in extracurriculars, and the phenomenal education.

Why he chose his major: I love to work with people and feel that I have a natural gift for leading groups of people and managing projects. I have a love for other cultures and the current trend of globalization made supply chain a perfect complement to my passion for project management.

Proudest accomplishment at Behrend: I have two: starting the new Peer-2-Peer support group run through Behrend’s Personal Counseling office and building up the esports program by establishing a sponsorship program and, with the help of a peer, connecting with a professional esports team.

Campus involvement: esports (president), Peer-2-Peer (co-founder), Chi Alpha (discipleship team leader), athletics photographer, Student Wellness Ambassador (founding member).

His highest priority: Continue growing in my faith and serving others, paying off debts, and working hard in my new position while learning as much as possible.

What he’s passionate about: Learning new things and growing in my faith and with others.

Advice for first-year students: Enjoy every moment and make the most of it. I’m about to graduate and would love to go back and do everything over again.

After his graduation in May, Ethan will join Wesco, a Fortune 500 supply chain solutions company, as a member of the Supply Chain Leadership Development Program.