Jerry Berkebile, president of Augustin Exploration LLC, in Midland, Texas, is the 2023 recipient of the Colleen Swetland Alumni Achievement Award given by EMS Graduates of EMS (GEMS) Board of Directors.
Berkebile, a 1977 Penn State graduate in petroleum and natural gas engineering, was chosen for his commitment to improving the careers of alumni, his dedication to serving the University, and his efforts to improve the education of current students.
“I am honored to receive this award, especially because it is named after Colleen Swetland, who served the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences so well for so many years,” Berkebile said. “It has been rewarding to work with many outstanding individuals from the faculty, staff, and fellow alumni. The highlight to me, though, has been my opportunity to meet and talk with so many bright and talented Penn State students who have decided to pursue energy careers.”
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