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Lab-to-Lecture Time
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Learning Labs
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Years Dedicated to Hands-On Learning
Check out the legendary team who earned back-to-back finishes in two 2022 endurance competitions.
Meet two Penn College welding alumni who are putting their hands-on education to work as manufacturing engineers at Harley-Davidson®. See how they support each other in an often male-dominated field.
In this video you’ll follow a Penn College Landscape/Plant Production graduate who is living his dream job as a business owner and landscape designer for Xavier Landscaping.
Thanks to the hands-on foundation they're building now, career and technical education students naturally thrive at Penn College. Here are a few of the reasons why.
Just for graduating from a state-approved CTE program, students earn a $2,000 annual scholarship. The award renews for up to two years for an associate's and up to four for a bachelor's. (For Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Connecticut residents)
Graduates from any state-approved CTE program who enroll at Penn College can earn credits by testing out of any 100- or 200-level course.
Students also have the opportunity to earn additional credit by testing out of advanced courses, passing competency assessments, and through licensure or specific work or life situations.
If a student's school doesn’t already have a formal pathway with us, they’ll be awarded three credits just by meeting Career & Technical Education Student Scholarship requirements. They can apply them to a bachelor's degree right away or start with an associate's and use them if they advance into a bachelor's.
(For Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Connecticut residents)
Thank you for your interest in visiting Penn College. We are full for the spring semester, but look forward to hosting groups again beginning in fall 2026.
Penn College Dual Enrollment courses are an excellent way to build student confidence and introduce them to potential career pathways.
Summer Camps immerse students in the total college experience. From architecture and aviation to construction and culinary, there’s a program for every passion.
Pillar Society Members, John & Janice Urick share their passion for applied technology education.
Polymer Engineering
It wasn’t until after a few years of community college and a VIP plastics tour from a family friend that Alexa found something that genuinely sparked her interest.
Engineering Design Technology
This alum’s on the fast track to success. Just a few months after graduating, Dylan landed his dream job as a design engineer at The Garage Shop in Denver, North Carolina.
Polymer Engineering
After earning his associate’s from Penn College and bachelor’s and master’s degree at Penn State, Matt dove into an exciting career in the aerospace industry.
Building Construction
This veteran took advantage of his service benefits and earned a degree in Building Construction.
Baking & Culinary
The hands-on experience she received at Penn College is a recipe for success
Human Services & Restorative Justice
Engineering Design Technology
His eclectic coursework fused industrial design concepts with practical skills in 3D modeling, 3D printing, molding and casting, and traditional fabrication and finishing—all of which he uses today in his dream job with Monkey Boys Productions where he crafts props and puppets for the entertainment industry.
Engineering Design Technology
Christopher used his engineering design education at PCT to earn a master's degree and a leadership position at Amtrak.
Human Services & Restorative Justice
Her passion for helping older adults began with a part-time job in a nursing home and grew through hands-on experiences at Penn College—including an internship that led to her current role.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Get to know this grad who's working as a senior PCB design engineer at Google.
Pillar Society Member, David Stanley contributor to the William and Evelyn Scholarship.
Information Technology
This once shy freshman now shines bright as a learning experience designer at Amazon Robotics.
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Information Technology
Her goal was to use IT to help others. Today, she's following through on that dream.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Lester was told that he wasn't the college type. Boy did he prove them wrong.
Automotive
He’s Director of Technical Training at Subaru of America, leading a team of 50+ and helping technicians nationwide stay at the top of their game. Penn College gave James the perfect blend of technical skills and leadership experience to fuel the career he loves.
Radiography
Sisters follow unique paths only to reunite on one exciting journey.
Building Construction
Baking & Culinary
Baking & Culinary
Spite may have sparked her interest in baking and hospitality, but her R&D work at Sheetz is what keeps her hooked. Learn more about Rebecca’s journey.
Surgical Technology
She always pictured herself working in healthcare. After a few job shadowing experiences, Maddie knew the surgical unit was where she wanted to be.
Engineering Design Technology
His childhood engineering skills led Richard to a career at Newport News Shipbuilding.
Landscape/Plant Production
This alum is living his childhood dream. Check out his story.
Welding
Penn College Dual Enrollment courses gave Erin a head start on her welding career.
Electrical
This electrical grad scored a career in a growing field where's designing automation control solutions. He gets to travel, too!
Accounting & Business Administration
Sometimes the path to success takes twists and turns. But sometimes it's totally worth it.
Aviation
Ten scholarships, four internships, and a bachelor’s degree later, Alicia is now happily employed as a helicopter mechanic in Quebec.
Polymer Engineering
His interest in plastics and polymers began in high school while working with his father at Shop-Vac where he first explored injection molding.
Non-Destructive Testing
Her journey to Penn College was driven by a desire to learn a trade. Elizabeth’s parents didn’t have “desk jobs” and she never pictured herself doing that either. Despite coming from New Jersey, she quickly found a community. In fact, today she considers Penn College her second home.
Business & Hospitality
Ed provides holistic planning that aligns his clients business, personal finances and legacy for success. In his book “Exiting Your Business with Clarity” he provides insight for business owners on the importance of exit planning to prepare for the eventual transition and to protect their loved ones, employees and business legacy.
Construction Management
With 25 years of experience and a rewarding career as a superintendent for the pharmaceutical industry, construction management graduate Anthony Detweiler credits his Penn College education for where he is today.
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Physical Therapist Assistant
Healthcare Leadership & Administration
Love of travel pushed Daniella to use her degree to become a traveling PTA.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Information Technology
Andrew sets massive goals and works hard to achieve them. He's back for his second Penn College degree, uniting his passions for automotive and information technology. He's grateful for all who invest in tomorrow's workforce, with special thanks for the Charlotte W. Newcombe Foundation's scholarship support for mature students.
Landscape/Plant Production
Growing a business has always been Jessie’s goal. In pursuit of that future, she earned an associate’s degree in landscape and horticulture from Penn College. This hands-on training further cultivated her love for plants and ignited a creative flair for design. After graduation, she launched her own floral business.
Dental Hygiene
For someone who thrives in a classroom setting, Sarah wasn’t sure what to expect when she decided to pursue her bachelor’s degree fully online. It took some time to adjust, but she soon found her rhythm and appreciated the flexibility of living out of state and working in her field while earning her degree remotely. Completing her bachelor’s opened the door to opportunities beyond the clinical environment.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
His love of computers and video games turned into a career with Amazon Web Services.
Civil Engineering
Even being deployed twice couldn't stop Regina from getting her bachelor's in civil engineering.
Landscape/Plant Production
After considering a career in chemical engineering, he decided to pursue his passion for horticulture and earn a degree from Penn College.
Baking & Culinary
After her initial college experience left her feeling uninspired, Bridget stopped to think about what she really liked to do. And that's when her love of cooking led her to discover Penn College.
Baking & Culinary
This culinary grad starred in "Chopped" and is making a name for herself in Philly's culinary scene.
Physical Therapist Assistant
A love for athletics brought Janel to a career in physical therapy and recovery.
Building Construction
A high school visit to the concrete lab during PA Build My Future and a trip to the World of Concrete as a Penn College student sealed the foundation to a successful career for this alumnus.
Graphic Design & Art
After learning more about the graphic design program, Ali knew that was where she belonged.
Information Technology
As the Director of Safety & Security Technology at Amtrak, Patrick leads the team that keeps thousands of devices running smoothly across the country—from police dispatch systems to onboard train security. Among his accomplishments is his team's role in launching the NextGen Acela, the fastest train in North America.
Emergency Management & Homeland Security
Discipline learned as a reserve soldier helps Gaven stay calm under pressure.
Baking & Culinary
Her Penn College experience was nothing short of extraordinary. She trained in world-class labs, worked alongside world-renowned chefs to prepare menus for the iconic Kentucky Derby, and embarked on a transformative 16-day global experience to Italy.
Heavy Equipment Operations
A high-achiever across the board, Dylan excelled in athletics and academics.
Polymer Engineering
She loves her career and the thrill of solving challenges. “I'm never bored and always learning something new,” she says.
Polymer Engineering
As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt-certified process engineer, he is constantly raising the bar.
Accounting & Business Administration
Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
As data centers surge nationwide, Hunter Williams is at the forefront of a rapidly expanding on‑site power field. From a pivotal internship to leading complex, multi‑technician projects, he’s built great technical skills and embraced new career pathways.
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Immersive hands-on learning propels an average student to exceptional heights.
Dental Hygiene
Amanda is a real go-getter. Her passion for helping others led her to a career in dental hygiene and the Air Force National Guard.
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Her interest in precision machining began in middle school and swelled into a full-fledged career in advanced manufacturing for a world renowned aerospace company.
Brewing & Fermentation Science
Chris honed the skills to turn his hobby into a thriving career.
Polymer Engineering
When she graduated, Morgan left the college with a bachelor’s degree in plastics & polymer engineering technology, insights gained through three industry internships, three plastics conferences, two global experiences, a wealth of campus involvement, and a job waiting for her at TE Connectivity.
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
After completing three years in a mechanical engineering program at a large university, Jeff knew it was time for a change. He was missing out on what he loved. He craved the hands-on experience. And that's exactly what he found at Penn College. Today he's pursuing his passion as a mechanical engineer at Near Earth Autonomy in Pittsburgh, PA.
Civil Engineering
With graduation just around the corner, she's looking forward to starting full-time with the Bloomsburg, PA firm where she’s done two internships.
Welding
Engineering Design Technology
He landed a career that allows him to combine his technical skills and love for the performing arts.
Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
Construction Management
After graduating from Penn College with a bachelor’s in Construction Management, Tom began working for one of the country’s top builders. His hands-on skills and work ethic were immediately recognized and rewarded. Today he’s serving as assistant superintendent and thriving alongside a team he’s proud to call his own.
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
His decision to change course led to a successful HVAC career.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Physical therapy helped his mother's recovery. Now, Justin seeks healing for every client he serves.
Nursing
This nursing graduate overcame all odds and now works as a flight registered nurse.
Aviation
He graduated in 2015, but his commitment to his craft and his country remains strong. Diego now leads training operations and serves as a maintenance test pilot in the UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter.
Accounting & Business Administration
He's using his marketing skills to advocate for legislative change.
Polymer Engineering
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
After two Penn College degrees, making great products through sustainable use of polymers drives Jeremy daily.
Accounting & Business Administration
An instructor's advice led to a successful career in marketing for Anthony.
Graphic Design & Art
The immersive, true-to-life experiences she gained at Penn College prepared Erin for a dynamic design career, including her current role as lead designer for Rodeo Austin.
Physical Therapist Assistant
She traded working in a chemistry lab for a hands-on career.
Automotive
His childhood passion motivated him to study automotive and become a trainer for Honda.
Information Technology
Thanks to generous donors like Ryan, the next generation of tomorrow makers can take advantage of scholarships and focus more time on preparing for their futures.
Engineering Design Technology
This alum’s work points way for millions at iconic resorts.
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