Dozens of Penn State alumni work at ESPN in a variety of positions, with some joining the company and others there nearly two decades. Their work shapes how millions of sports fans get their information every day, and they all appreciate that challenge -- as well as how the University prepared them to succeed in their respective roles.
Christie Dockman, ESPN
Christie Dockman ('93) applied for a job at ESPN on a Tuesday and was working there a week later. That was 18 years ago.
Mark Ashenfelter, ESPN
Mark Ashenfelter ('87) travels the country as an editor covering NASCAR for ESPN.
Amanda Gifford, ESPN
Amanda Gifford ('04) leads weekday radio program for ESPN.
Hallie Grossman, ESPN
Hallie Grossman ('07) works as a writer/reporter for ESPN the Magazine.
Dan Kocse, ESPN
Dan Kocse ('99) loves his job as a content editor at ESPN.
Jennifer McKenzie, ESPN
Jennifer McKenzie ('09), works in affiliate sales for ESPN.
Matt Rissmiller, ESPN
Matt Rissmiller ('03) works as a feature producer for shows such as "E:60."
David Williams, ESPN
David Williams ('97) is a multimedia manager and works with internal communications for ESPN.
Christine Newby, ESPN
Christine Newby ('12), a production assistant, already has experience in both radio and TV with ESPN.
Tatum Coffee, ESPN
Senior Tatum Coffee, a member of the women's lacrosse team, completed a summer internship at ESPN.
