For Michael Ruger, supporting Penn State’s Department of Political Science isn’t just an act of philanthropy — it’s personal.
A first-generation college student who graduated in 1985 with degrees in political science and psychology, Ruger has spent the past four decades building a career rooted in public service, policy and advocacy. His journey — from undergraduate intern on a political campaign to vice president of local government affairs for Comcast and recent mayor of Hopewell Township, New Jersey — reflects the lasting impact of a liberal arts education.
Now, as chair of the Political Science department’s board of visitors, Ruger is helping to shape its future, serving as a sounding board and connector between alumni and students.
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