Alison and Joe first met in 2014 through a high school STEM club where they instantly clicked and bonded over their interests in engineering related challenges through healthy, school sponsored competition. Outside of club meetings and the one class they shared together, they tried to meet up every chance they could in between periods.

After high school, both Alison and Joe pursued engineering programs, Alison at the University of Cincinnati and Joe at Penn State University, where they navigated the challenges of a long distance relationship for 5 years until they moved back to Pittsburgh to start full-time careers.

The years after graduation allowed Joe and Alison to grow even closer by sharing in each other’s interests and supporting each other’s passions. Joe proposed the summer of 2023 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, the same location where the STEM club’s state competition would be held every year.

We cannot wait to celebrate with you at our wedding ceremony and reception in November, marking over 10 years together!