On this episode of the People of Penn State podcast, we sit down with Brian Kappel ’98 A&A, whose creative career has taken him from Penn State to major brands like Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, ESPN, PlayStation, and more.  Brian reflects on his time as a student, how Penn State helped shape his creative journey, and why he decided to move back to Happy Valley after living in Oregon for more than 20 years.   He also shares the importance of staying connected to the University thr...

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Episode 107–Simplism: Finding Creativity in Chaos with Brian Kappel

MAY 14, 202625 MIN
The People of Penn State

Episode 107–Simplism: Finding Creativity in Chaos with Brian Kappel

MAY 14, 202625 MIN

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On this episode of the People of Penn State podcast, we sit down with Brian Kappel ’98 A&A, whose creative career has taken him from Penn State to major brands like Nike, Jordan, Under Armour, ESPN, PlayStation, and more. Brian reflects on his time as a student, how Penn State helped shape his creative journey, and why he decided to move back to Happy Valley after living in Oregon for more than 20 years. He also shares the importance of staying connected to the University through mentorship and giving back—and sticks around for a special announcement you won’t want to miss!Learn more about Hintzpiration: Artistry at the Alumni Center.For more alumni stories, visit pennstatermag.com