Class Notes

William C. Frick 1955 (auto mechanics), is still active in his trade at the age of 75 and enjoys reading about new technology. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy. Upon discharge four years later, he worked in General Motors dealerships for 30 years, receiving in-depth training at GM Training Centers. He also operated his own auto shop part-time from 1960-1989. He recalls instructors Mr. Kast and Mr. Fouls. "Both were very good instructors," he says. "I have never forgotten the basics taught by my instructors at WTI. What a great foundation for my life's work."
Submitted on 7/17/2012 12:08:16 PM

Edward A. Lewis 1965 (office equipment repair), is self-employed as a master electrician. He resides in Wilmington, Del.
Submitted on 9/19/2012 7:43:32 PM

Ted E. Pennebaker 1965 (mechanical drafting), retired in 2000 from IBM in East Fishkill, N.Y., as a senior electronics designer. He designed printed circuit cards and boards. He resides in Bloomsburg.
Submitted on 9/4/2012 11:26:48 AM

Ernie L. Airgood 1978 (architectural technology), is a program manager for the U.S. Department of State, where he manages a program that performs upgrades and renovations at overseas Embassies and Consulates. He resides in Springfield, Va.
Submitted on 2/12/2013 7:06:41 AM

Jim Carpenter 1971 (journalism), is a senior night desk editor/religion editor at the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, where he edits copy, designs and paginates pages, and oversees the nighttime editorial operation for the daily paper. For the Saturday religion section he develops story and news content, and designs and paginates pages. Earlier during his career at the Sun-Gazette he was the assistant sports editor for 17 years, sports editor for 11 years and region news editor for 10 years. He resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 12:09:18 PM

William Davis 1971 (electrical construction), retired from City of Hayward, Calif. as an electrician II. He resides in Alameda, Calif.
Submitted on 4/11/2013 12:57:43 PM

Francine De Sanctis 1978 (arts), is retired. She resides in Tilghman, Md.
Submitted on 12/27/2012 4:31:34 PM

Richard S. Kneedler 1978 (building construction technology), is a mechanic leader for PPL Electric Utilities, where he repairs and maintains vehicles and equipment.
Submitted on 4/1/2013 5:32:37 PM

Kenneth J. Lyle 1974 (toolmaking technology), is a programming supervisor at Quality Machining Inc., where he does CNC programming and IT admin.
Submitted on 2/2/2013 9:07:43 AM

John P. Moscatello 1976 (technical illustration), is manager of publications, rope shovels, for Caterpillar Global Mining in Milwaukee.
Submitted on 6/19/2012 7:11:58 PM

Robert M. Rotz 1976 (electrical construction), is a segment commodity manager at JLG Industries where he sources and manages the procurement of heavy metal fabrications. He resides in McConnellsburg.
Submitted on 10/10/2012 3:55:37 PM

John M. Samick 1973 (architectural technology), is chief assessor for the Elk County Tax Assessment Office. He resides in St. Marys.
Submitted on 6/22/2012 2:54:10 PM

John M. Samick 1973 (architectural technology), works for Elk County as the chief assessor/tax claim supervisor. He resides in St. Marys.
Submitted on 3/27/2013 12:02:23 PM

Tim Sink 1974 (printing), is a self-employed publisher. Since 2007 he has been publishing Rutland Magazine, a quarterly publication in Central Vermont, with his wife and business partner. He is in charge of the advertising sales, marketing and ad design. He had a 15-year career in radio broadcast sales in Vermont. Previously he was employed for six years at Cornell University in the Media Services division. He resides in Woodstock, VT.
Submitted on 12/29/2012 3:28:06 PM

Lori E. Baier (Pepperman) 1987 (computer information systems), is a financial aid assistant at Pennsylvania College of Technology, where she is also pursuing a bachelor of science in technology management. She resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 2:40:33 PM

Greg Black 1989 (landscape/nursery technology), is owner/president of Black Landscape Contracting Inc. in Mechanicsburg. He holds the Pennsylvania Certified Horticulturist designation from the State Board of Landscape Architects and has been named "Simply the Best Landscaper" for 11 years running in Harrisburg Magazine's annual readers poll. He resides in Mechanicsburg.
Submitted on 6/7/2012 2:14:58 PM

Steven W. Douglas 1981 (aviation maintenance technician ), is a manager, aircraft maintenance division for the Federal Aviation Administration. He resides in Falls Church, Va.
Submitted on 8/11/2012 7:27:28 PM

Douglas D. Hagerman 1985 (business management), is a market manager at Susquehanna Bank. He resides in Milton.
Submitted on 10/1/2012 10:35:15 AM

Joella M. Harvey (Grimm) 1989 (individual studies), is a substitute in the Williamsport Area School District. She resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 7/18/2012 9:59:11 PM

Timothy S. Irvin 1983 (computer information systems), is a chief information officer for the state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. He resides in Pine Grove.
Submitted on 12/17/2012 9:29:13 AM

Barry L. Kepner Jr. 1987 (air conditioning - refrigeration), is a branch manager at Meier Supply Company Inc., where he manages the everyday business of a large wholesale distributor, including overseeing six to seven full- and part-time employees. He resides in Mifflintown.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 9:22:27 AM

Michael G. Long 1981 (electrical construction), went on to earn a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Penn State. He is the director of facilities at Penn State Altoona and a registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania. He resides in Altoona.
Submitted on 4/9/2013 9:16:36 AM

David F. McClure 1981 (engineering drafting technology), is a mechanical designer at System One. He resides in Enola.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 5:26:28 PM

Michael Mennitti 1985 (machinist), is a machinist for Niagara Cutter. He resides in Reynoldsville.
Submitted on 10/23/2012 10:23:16 PM

Michael W. Wendt 1987 (electrical occupations), is a journeyman electrician for I.B.E.W. L.U. 143. He resides in Duncannon.
Submitted on 4/18/2013 8:00:14 PM

Robert P. Adams 1998 (construction management), is a director of operation & maintenance for Stafford County Public Schools, where he manages comprehensive repair and maintenance services for the 3.9 million square feet of physical plant space and 1200 acres of land owned and operated by Stafford County Public Schools. He also manages long-term repair and maintenance of the school division's physical plant, comprehensive preventative maintenance program, light construction and renovation through in-house and service contracts, building energy, fire and security control management, division wide energy management program, comprehensive HVAC upgrade program management, roof management, grounds maintenance oversight, pavement maintenance oversight, indoor air quality management, custodial operations management, recycling program management, refuse management, snow and ice program management, telecommunication management, storm water management, protective coatings program and flooring replacement program. He resides in Stafford, Va.
Submitted on 1/28/2013 2:58:12 PM

Steven L. Arnold 1995 (construction carpentry), is a carpenter at Sun Precast Company, where he constructs molds for decorative concrete. He resides in McClure.
Submitted on 3/20/2013 12:24:23 PM

Jillian K. Bliss 1998 (early childhood education), is a teacher at Kindercare, where she takes care of children and creates lesson plans. She resides in Pittsburgh.
Submitted on 1/14/2013 9:36:09 PM

Lora A. Bunce (Decker) 1999 (occupational therapy assistant), is a secretary treasurer for Trojan Tube Sales & Fabrication, where she deals with accounting and payroll. She resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 9/11/2012 3:23:32 PM

Stacie Buttorff (Fantaskey) 1996 (early childhood education), married Ryan Buttorff, 2003 (construction carpentry), in October 2011. They reside in Jersey Shore.
Submitted on 8/6/2012 8:24:25 PM

Rachel Craig (Smith) 1994 (occupational therapy assisting), married Kevin Craig in September 2012. The couple resides in Dover.
Submitted on 11/5/2012 2:25:09 PM

Alice M. Erdly (Kukowski) 1995 (occupational therapy assistant), was promoted to rehab supervisor at LIFE Geisinger, an adult day care program in Kulpmont, where she oversees the daily operations of the therapy department and serves as a staff occupational therapist. She holds master's and bachelor's degrees in occupational therapy from Misericordia University.
Submitted on 7/10/2012 1:57:48 PM

Jim Graham 1990 (graphic arts), is a distribution/product safety manager for Specialty Bakers. He resides in Manheim.
Submitted on 3/27/2013 11:54:01 PM

Mary Graham (Caramadre) 1990 (dental hygiene), is a dental hygienist for Dr. David Zug, DMD. She resides in Manheim.
Submitted on 3/27/2013 11:55:13 PM

R. Mark Hartley 1992 (nursing), is a registered nurse/resource clinician at Susquehanna Health. In addition to bedside nursing in the Progressive Care Unit, he assists in the preparation of registered nurses to work in critical care units. He received a 2012 Above Clinical Excellence Award from Susquehanna Health for his role as a preceptor. He holds the Progressive Care Nurse certification from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. He resides in South Williamsport.
Submitted on 8/9/2012 11:48:48 PM

Bradley A. Hitz 1999 (toolmaking technology), is a machinist at Norfolk Southern Corp., where he tests, inspects and repairs locomotives. He resides in Hershey.
Submitted on 9/11/2012 9:45:25 PM

Thomas Keill 1992 (biomedical), is an imaging specialist at Lehigh Valley Hospital where he repairs and maintains imaging equipment ranging from ultrasounds, x-ray, CT and MRI. He resides in Lehighton.
Submitted on 9/12/2012 10:59:34 AM

Brian T. Keller 1990 (diesel mechanics), is a technician for Metzger Gear Inc. in Rochester, N.Y.
Submitted on 5/17/2012 11:56:46 PM

James W. Kurtz 1991 (HVAC technology); 2003 (technology management), is a safety, environmental, security manager for the Dairy Farmers of America Inc., where he manages all safety, environmental and security processes and programs at the Mechanicsburg facility. He also writes and performs training for all areas of responsibility. His daughter also graduated from Penn College with a degree in nursing and is now furthering her education at Bloomsburg University, where she is pursuing a degree as a nurse practitioner.
Submitted on 2/3/2013 11:37:04 AM

Joshua R. Lepley 1997 (graphic design), is founder, designsmith of Lepley Design, which provides graphic and industrial design solutions for in-house projects and clients worldwide. He is also the founder of Ecoustik, which is a sustainable sound solution for Apple devices, and also CINCH :: minimalist wallet. Each of these projects has been featured on Kickstarter and are for sale internationally. Ecoustik has sold more than 800 docks worldwide to date. He resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 12/23/2012 6:47:37 AM

Steven Morgan 1995 (plastics and polymer enginering technology), began working as a project engineer/tooling manager at Jarden Plastic Solutions in August 2012. He resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 4/2/2013 10:21:59 AM

Kevin M. Smith 1995 (data communications and networking), is a network administrator for The Pennsylvania Senate. He resides in Elizabethtown.
Submitted on 4/11/2013 9:52:07 AM

Todd L. Stocum 1990 (accounting A.A.S.); 2003 (accounting B.S.), recently became co-owner of Gearhart & Associates, Inc., a business he has worked for since its inception in 1994, beginning as a staff accountant, and then later as a Certified Public Accountant. The Williamsport-based accounting practice specializes in business and corporate income tax preparation with a special emphasis on auto dealerships. Todd resides with his wife and family in Jersey Shore.
Submitted on 12/10/2012 9:10:28 AM

Donald E. Stringfellow 1994 (technology management), worked for PPL as the regional community relations director until he retired in July 2011. Even though he is retired, he is not out of the business yet as he is still doing economic development. He resides in Lock Haven.
Submitted on 11/17/2012 5:27:32 PM

Bryan J. Waltz 1993 (microcomputer specialist); 1996 (data communications & networking concentration), is manager of telecommunications and networking at Penn College, where he manages all aspects of the college's network hardware infrastructure, including wireless, VoIP phone services, and cable plant management. He resides in Montoursville.
Submitted on 3/1/2013 8:24:47 AM

Laura M. Albawab (Downs) 2009 (early childhood education), married Shaddi M. Albawab, 2010, (early childhood education) on June 13, 2012. She is a group supervisor at Pitter Patter Day School in Muncy, and is pursuing a director credential certificate from Pennsylvania College of Technology. The couple resides in Montoursville.
Submitted on 8/9/2012 9:26:32 AM

Bryan P. Babb 2006 (residential construction technology and management), is a pipefitter for Highlander Energy Products. He resides in St. Mary's.
Submitted on 5/12/2013 9:18:51 PM

Kristin M. Bachman (Hartley) 2000 (general studies), married Robert Bachman on Aug. 5, 2012. She is an assistant manager at Christopher and Banks, where she handles returns, deals with any problems that arise, and helps customers with their purchases. She resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 12/4/2012 1:27:37 PM

Jenna Baisch (Wegielski) 2005 (dental hygiene), married Peter Baisch on Sept. 30, 2012. They reside in Peekskill, NY.
Submitted on 3/13/2013 1:51:18 PM

Charlie Baum 2001 (data communications and networking), is a senior engineer at Comcast Cable, where he does IT automation and enterprise integration, and is responsible for automating system deployments for Comcast corporate.
Submitted on 12/18/2012 10:31:47 AM

Michael T. Best 2004 (culinary arts technology), is a lead cook for Muncy Valley Hospital. He resides in South Williamsport.
Submitted on 12/14/2012 8:42:12 AM

Clark A. Bixler 2001 (computer-aided product and systems design), is a service engineer at Stanley Black & Decker, serving as a liaison between engineering and service center technicians. He also solves component and tool related issues, and enters new data into systems. Additionally, he is a member of the AAW (American Association of Woodturners), the Baltimore Area Turners, South Central PA Wood Turners and Yorkarvers, a wood carving club in York, where he resides.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 11:09:03 AM

Jeff Bobkoski 2008 (plastic and polymer engineering technology), is a healthcare product development engineer at Berry Plastics, where he is responsible for all aspects of project management with the R&D and engineering/manufacturing phase of custom bottles and closures. He resides in East Fallowfield.
Submitted on 8/15/2012 12:12:15 PM

Ryon M. Bodwalk 2009 (heavy construction equipment technology: operator), is a truck driver for Knorr Hauling. He resides in Berwick.
Submitted on 9/24/2012 11:14:57 PM

Allyson J. Borger (Roan) 2009 (baking and pastry arts), is a bakery team leader at Wegmans. She resides in Julian.
Submitted on 1/30/2013 12:34:02 PM

Jennifer Brinkley 2005 (welding and fabrication engineering technology), is a manufacturing specialist for Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, where she handles equipment design, specification, procurement and pre-production confirmation leading up to new vehicle model launches. She resides in Georgetown, Ky.
Submitted on 3/27/2013 3:54:47 PM

Michael A. Brown 2009 (information technology: network specialist), is pursuing a master's degree in forensic studies at Stevenson University. He resides in Odenton, Md.
Submitted on 7/18/2012 2:30:17 PM

Ryan E. Buckwalter 2000 (landscape/nursery technology), is the owner/president of Buckwalter Landscape Services Inc. He resides in Douglassville.
Submitted on 12/27/2012 8:36:34 PM

William Burns 2005 (diesel technology), is a lead instructor in the Cummins Engines elective program at the Universal Technical Institute, where he manages and motivates students, maintains a professional learning environment, and maintains training aids. He resides in Elverson.
Submitted on 8/14/2012 12:33:26 PM

Gerald P. Butler Jr. 2005 (computer networking and technical support); 2007 (data communications and computer networking), is a senior IT support specialist for the University of Pennsylvania, where he provides critical information systems planning and support to the university's Division of Public Safety. He received a Master of Science in higher education administration and organizational management in 2012 from Drexel University. He resides in Philadelphia.
Submitted on 8/6/2012 10:12:01 AM

Kevin H. Chase 2006 (heating, ventilation & air conditioning technology), is a HVAC tech for First Quality Products. He resides in Duboistown.
Submitted on 11/26/2012 8:20:08 PM

Jared M. Comeau 2003 (automotive technology management), is an automotive technology instructor at Cumberland Perry Area Vocational Technical School. He is pursuing a Master of Education in educational learning from Penn State. He resides in Carlisle.
Submitted on 5/6/2013 10:54:31 AM

James P. Craft 2009 (construction management), is a project manager for James Craft & Son, Inc., and is pursuing a master of business administration from Eastern University. He resides in York.
Submitted on 11/5/2012 4:20:27 PM

Trena S. Dale 2001 (dental hygiene); 2011 (nursing), is an RN on Special Care Unit 5 at Geisinger Medical Center. She resides in Mifflinburg.
Submitted on 8/24/2012 8:46:29 PM

Melani Decker (Grady) 2007 (dental hygiene: health policy and administration), is a dental hygienist for the U.S. Army, serving as the only hygienist in the Troop Dental Clinic at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. She works closely with the periodontist to treat the fort's active-duty soldiers. In Spring 2011, she became certified in local anesthesia. She resides in Fairbanks, Alaska and may be reached at melanibrooke@yahoo.com.
Submitted on 12/3/2012 7:56:56 AM

Marc F. Demshock 2006 (technology management), is an attorney at McNerney, Page, Vanderlin & Hall, where he focuses on business, tax, real estate, and elder law. He resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 4/9/2013 8:31:18 PM

Katie L. Dumm (Hoffman) 2008 (environmental technology management), is a compliance assurance specialist at Avantor Performance Materials. She married Adam Dumm, 2009 (computer aided product design) in May 2012. The couple resides in Allentown.
Submitted on 1/23/2013 7:29:53 AM

Becky A. Ellis (Hellmers) 2007 (business management), is an assistant community manager at S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. She resides in Suffolk, Va.
Submitted on 12/18/2012 8:20:45 AM

Jessica Engel (Becker) 2003 (business administration), is marketing & sales manager of Home Instead Senior Care, a Clarks Summit-based company serving five counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania. She also serves as the president for the NEPA Aging Network Coalition and founded Senior Networking Alliance of the Poconos. She serves on the board of directors for the Lackawanna Interagency Council and Support Services for Seniors of Monroe County. She joined Home Instead in 2009, having worked previously as a marketing specialist for a major national Medicare plan provider. Engel was featured as the Scranton Times-Tribune Northeast Woman in January 2012. She resides in Scranton.
Submitted on 1/2/2013 5:49:49 PM

Kimberly A. Erdman 2008 (dental hygiene: health policy and administration), co-authored a paper that was published in the November 2012 issue of Dimensions of Dental Hygiene, a monthly, peer-reviewed journal. Her paper is titled "Dental Detectives." Erdman is a graduate student at the University of Bridgeport, Fones School of Dental Hygiene in Connecticut. She works in clinical practice as a government contractor with the U.S. Navy and volunteers in the forensic dental identification process at the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Charles E. Carson Center for Mortuary Affairs, Dover Air Force Base, in Dover, Del. Erdman is a member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association and the American Society of Forensic Odontology. She resides in Silver Spring, Md.
Submitted on 2/27/2013 10:40:40 AM

Daniel C. Fantoni 2008 (aviation maintenance technology); 2008 (aviation technology), is an aircraft maintenance/avionics technician for Heritage Aviation in South Burlington, Vt. He resides in Grand Isle, Vt.
Submitted on 6/21/2012 10:05:45 AM

Jennifer Flora (Sarley) 2001 (graphic design), married Klye Flora, 1993 (graphic communication), on Sept. 27, 2011. She is an account manager at RR Donnelley. The couple resides in Manheim.
Submitted on 8/10/2012 9:16:54 AM

Sandra Fry 2006 (accounting), is owner of Magneta Business Strategies in Muncy.
Submitted on 6/8/2012 12:37:08 PM

Derek S. Garner 2009 (civil engineering technology), is an environmental engineer at the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, where he approves the construction and operation of wastewater treatment facilities, as well as regulates the amount of pollution that enters the Commonwealth's waterways. He married Lindsay R. Scheurer in April 2012. The couple welcomed a son, Owen S., on May 9, 2010. They reside in Jersey Shore.
Submitted on 4/15/2013 9:09:38 PM

Cristopher Gebhardt 2003 (architectural technology), is a BIM modeler at Thornton Tomasetti, where he is responsible for fee proposals, modeling and managing projects associated with the structural steel building design performed at TT. He resides in Arlington, Va.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 2:36:05 PM

Karla M. Giardino 2009 (business administration: management), is co-owner/business manager of New England Automotive, a 3 bay automotive repair garage in South Burlington, Vt., that performs high quality mechanical repairs for any vehicle in need. Her part of the business is to manage the day to day marketing, accounting, and customer relations. She resides in Ferrisburgh, Vt.
Submitted on 4/5/2013 1:10:21 PM

Daniel J. Gongloff 2006 (computer aided drafting technology); 2008 (computer aided product design); 2009 (plastics and polymer technology), is a mechanical engineer at GE. He resides in Ridgway.
Submitted on 8/8/2012 12:57:48 PM

Stephanie A. Haines 2008 (business administration ), worked at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., after graduation. She then moved back to Williamsport and works in marketing and leasing for Hutchinson Realty Development, LLC.
Submitted on 8/14/2012 4:07:43 PM

Wilson C. Hannold III 2002 (automotive technology management), is a hearing instrument specialist at Lakes Hearing Aid Center. He resides in Pilesgrove.
Submitted on 9/10/2012 3:56:55 PM

Amber R. Hanson 2008 (radiography), is a staff technologist at Hanover Hospital. She resides in Hanover.
Submitted on 10/9/2012 2:48:28 PM

John Hardcastle 2008 (web & applications development), is a software engineer at Nuance. He resides in Pompton Lakes, NJ.
Submitted on 12/21/2012 3:13:51 PM

Marnie Hecknauer 2006 (office information technology: specialized office information), is a land specialist II for Anadarko Petroleum Corp. "I have been able to use all the knowledge and skills acquired while a student at PCT," she says.
Submitted on 6/20/2012 4:19:37 PM

Alissa Hinkal 2006 (applied human services), is a drug and alcohol counselor at PA Treatment and Healing. She resides in Danville.
Submitted on 4/23/2013 12:42:32 PM

Daniel J. Holby 2008 (diesel technology); 2009 (machine tool technology), is a mechanic at Midlantic Machinery. He resides in Plains.
Submitted on 8/1/2012 9:34:10 PM

Justin D. Humes 2003 (construction management), is founder and president of JH Construction Services Inc. in Horsham, where he specializes in both residential and commercial renovations and service.
Submitted on 5/21/2012 11:40:28 AM

James Jones 2008 (culinary arts and systems), is a graduate assistant at Indiana State University. He resides in Terre Haute, Ind.
Submitted on 2/5/2013 2:16:51 PM

Ray Kanapesky 2009 (aviation maintenance technology), is an assembly and test tech for General Electric. He resides in Wake Forest, N.C.
Submitted on 9/26/2012 7:20:05 AM

Justin J. Keilman 2006 (manufacturing engineering technology), is a methods engineer at Elliot Group, where he programs and processes 5 axis milling centers to machine impellers. He resides in Latrobe.
Submitted on 8/14/2012 3:26:49 PM

Deirdre Keys (Bilger) 2007 (business administration: management), married Cory Keys, 2006 (electrical occupations), on Sept. 15, 2012. They reside in Harrisburg.
Submitted on 3/13/2013 7:39:50 PM

Michael W. Kistler 2000 (building construction technology), is a project manager at Lobar Associates Inc., where he manages multiple commercial projects simultaneously while being responsible for schedule, quality, and budget of projects. He resides in Carlisle.
Submitted on 1/7/2013 10:25:55 AM

Kristy Kline (Anderson) 2005 (business management); 2007 (business administration: small business and entrepreneurship), married Justin Kline on July 14, 2012. She is a WorkKeys coordinator for CPWDC, where she handles the coordination of a skills assessment program at the PA CareerLink locations and other organizations for the Central PA Workforce Investment Board. She resides in Lewisburg.
Submitted on 4/5/2013 12:47:22 PM

Justin J. Kovaleski 2009 (construction management, business administration minor), is a director, business development, at Eastern PCM LLC. He received his MBA is sustainable business and green development from Marylhurst University in 2011. He resides in Harrisburg.
Submitted on 1/23/2013 9:31:45 AM

Rebecca Krall 2003 (computer aided drafting technology); 2005 (computer aided product design), is a drafter at Pik Rite, Inc. She resides in Watsontown.
Submitted on 8/21/2012 7:59:23 PM

Wilmer Kuhns 2007 (collision repair technology), worked in the insurance field for 5 years, until he returned home to take over the family dairy farm. He resides in Chambersburg.
Submitted on 8/14/2012 8:30:41 PM

Jason LaPenna 2006 (electronics engineering technology), is a lead project engineer at CG Power. He married Amanda Gebhard on March 27, 2010. The couple welcomed a son, Angelo, on November 4, 2010, their second son, Anthony, on December 24, 2011, and are expecting their third child in October 2013. They reside in Bristol.
Submitted on 4/2/2013 12:09:34 PM

Jessica R. Lehman (Larson) 2009 (business administration: marketing), married Harry A. Lehman 2009 (welding technology) in October 2012. She is a heavy highway construction inspector for McTish, Kunkel & Associates. The couple resides in South Williamsport.
Submitted on 11/11/2012 8:59:50 AM

Matthew M. Light 2001 (printing and publishing production), and his wife, Pamela, welcomed a daughter, Kathryn, on Oct. 1, 2011. The couple was married on Oct. 16, 2010, and resides in West Lawn.
Submitted on 8/9/2012 4:48:34 PM

Amy E. Lizee 2009 (culinary arts technology); 2009 (hospitality management), is an associate designer for SCOPOS Hospitality Group in Ephrata, where she designs innovative and efficient commercial kitchen spaces for hospitals and senior-living facilities. She resides in Ephrata.
Submitted on 5/14/2012 2:09:20 PM

Nicole S. Ludwig (Woolever) 2003 (applied human services), is a psychiatric caseworker 1 for the State of Nevada, where she manages the med clinic for children needing psychiatric medications. She resides in Las Vegas.
Submitted on 4/18/2013 1:28:51 PM

Jaime Marchese (Trauger) 2009 (health information technology), is a staff assistant in the health information management department at Penn State University, where she answers phones, scans documents, aids students in disclosing information pertaining to their visit at the student health center and completes project requests from IT. She married Michael Marchese, 2008 (automotive technology) on May 21, 2011. The couple resides in Reedsville.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 12:12:48 PM

Charles M. McDowell 2007 (aviation maintenance technology), is a senior quality engineer for Lord Corp. in Erie, where he is responsible for maintaining quality assurance in the repair station, rotor cell, fluid cell, post bond machining and shim city departments. He resides in Concord Township.
Submitted on 7/27/2012 9:16:32 PM

Michael R. Merlino 2005 (floral design/interior plantscape), is a manager at Daniel Vaughn Designs, where he helps the owner run the shop, oversees the design room, supervises the part-time help, and oversees party setup. He resides in Bellefonte.
Submitted on 2/25/2013 2:39:34 PM

Julie A. Moodler 2001 (legal assistant/paralegal), is a legal advocate manager for YWCA Northcentral PA, where she works with the courts, the police and with the District Attorney's Office on behalf of victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other violent crimes. She recently worked with the Old Lycoming Township Police Department to help establish a Lethality Assessment for victims of domestic violence to decrease the number of domestic violence deaths. She resides in Jersey Shore.
Submitted on 12/16/2012 6:14:27 PM

Ryan A. Moret 2009 (construction management), is an assistant project manager at Spectrum Inc. General Contracting, where he manages multiple projects and vendors on commercial projects throughout the DC Metro Area. He resides in Fairfax, Va.
Submitted on 2/5/2013 10:15:54 AM

Jigisha Patel 2005 (data communications and networking), is a technical project manager for ACI Worldwide. She resides in Princeton, N.J.
Submitted on 3/28/2013 3:29:14 PM

Jason D. Praster 2003 (welding technology); 2005 (welding and fabrication engineering technology), is a welding engineer at NuWeld Inc. He married Sara E Jinar, 2006 (physical fitness specialist) on October 11, 2008. The couple welcomed a son, Rylan J., on March 23, 2011. They reside in Montoursville.
Submitted on 3/18/2013 5:19:22 AM

Kristin M. Raupers (Werkheiser) 2007 (dental hygiene), is a dental hygienist for Dr. Gary L. Riggs, DDS. She married Aaron K. Raupers, 2008,(building construction technology) in October 2009. The couple welcomed a baby, Nolan, on July 18, 2010, and resides in Malvern.
Submitted on 9/16/2012 9:31:43 PM

Kyle R. Rhoads 2005 (manufacturing engineering technology), is a manufacturing engineer II for Volvo Construction Equipment. He resides in Mechanicsburg.
Submitted on 1/20/2013 12:58:03 PM

Ernest M. Ruzicka 2009 (general studies), married Kassondra L. Graybill on June 05, 2010. The couple welcomed a child, Obadiah, on July 6, 2011. He plans to graduate from Temple University in 2015 with a bachelor of science in landscape architecture. The couple resides in Oreland.
Submitted on 11/2/2012 8:12:40 PM

Lauren Schuman 2005 (graphic design), received a Master of Science in fashion apparel studies from Philadelphia University in 2012. She is a studio coordinator for HONOR in New York City, where she resides.
Submitted on 10/4/2012 4:23:50 PM

Jennifer Sheaffer (Haas) 2001 (nursing), is a CRNP at Family Practice Centers, PC. She and her husband John Sheaffer, 1991 (HVAC technology) welcomed a son, Dylan, in 2009. They reside in New Columbia.
Submitted on 2/23/2013 10:50:54 AM

Brandon Sisino 2006 (banking and finance), is a staff accountant/principal business administrator for Lundy Construction. He resides in Cogan Station.
Submitted on 8/16/2012 12:21:40 PM

Brandon Sluga 2009 (manufacturing engineering technology), is a manufacturing engineer at GE Aviation. He resides in Cincinnati.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 5:21:49 PM

Amber Snyder (Bubb) 2008 (surgical technology), married Christopher Snyder, 2009 (paramedic technician), on Sept. 24, 2011. The couple resides in Montoursville.
Submitted on 4/16/2013 4:14:22 AM

Kenneth M. Steinbacher 2009 (information technology: network specialist), married Amanda M. Steinbacher in October 2010. He is the owner of Real IT Care. The couple resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 11/15/2012 3:07:26 PM

Timothy W. Stitzel 2002 (human services), is a mental health counselor for Crownhills at the State Correctional Institute in Muncy. He resides in New Columbia.
Submitted on 8/9/2012 12:08:27 PM

Austin M. Upright 2009 (civil engineering technology), is a field operations professional for Halliburton. He resides in Frisco, Texas.
Submitted on 8/13/2012 11:14:47 AM

Tyson Weihermuller 2009 (network specialist), is an IT project manager at Construction Specialties, Inc. He resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 8/22/2012 11:54:58 AM

Travis Wertman 2004 (construction management), is a project manager. He married Joanne Saber, 2004 (legal assistant-paralegal studies) in September 2010. The couple welcomed a son, Mason E., on July 6, 2012. They reside in Pittsburgh.
Submitted on 4/11/2013 9:57:55 AM

Sarah R. Wilson 2008 (graphic design, graphic communications technology minor), is a graphic designer for Blair Companies. She resides in Tyrone.
Submitted on 1/27/2013 8:22:20 PM

Kristen Wool 2007 (architectural technology); 2011 (building science and sustainable design), is an intern architect at The Architrave Architecture & Design in Williamsport. She may be reached at Kwool1749@gmail.com.
Submitted on 6/27/2012 8:16:08 PM

Jonathan L. Yeich 2006 (construction management), is a field engineer for Bechtel Power in Spring City, Tenn., where he resides. He verifies field-installed commodities, ensures correct installation and serves as the main interface between craft and design engineering. He may be reached at jlyeich@bechtel.com.
Submitted on 5/9/2012 3:35:54 PM

Dusty J. Zeyn (Brooks) 2005 (legal assistant/paralegal studies), is the assistant director for residence life and student advocacy at Mansfield University. She married Joshua S. Zeyn on Oct. 17, 2009. The couple welcomed a daughter, Madison E., on October 28, 2011. They reside in Mansfield.
Submitted on 12/18/2012 10:57:49 AM

Rachael Bahner 2010 (occupational therapy assistant), is a COTA/L for Rehab Care. She resides in Tewksburry, Mass.
Submitted on 12/12/2012 8:42:02 PM

Cale T. Benard 2011 (electrical technology); 2011 (electromechanical maintenance technology), is a hydraulic operator at the Safe Harbor Water Power Corp. He resides in Christiana.
Submitted on 7/26/2012 6:12:14 PM

Shannon L. Brophy (Hine) 2011 (legal assistant-paralegal), is a legal secretary at Harding & Hill LLP. She resides in Bloomsburg.
Submitted on 1/21/2013 6:35:07 PM

Jason M. Brown 2010 (welding and fabrication engineering technology), is an associate technical specialist for Honda Manufacturing of Alabama in Lincoln, Ala. He resides in Riverside, Ala.
Submitted on 5/31/2012 4:05:21 PM

Jason M. Brown 2010 (welding and fabrication engineering technology), is an engineer associate for Honda Manufacturing of Alabama. He resides in Anniston, Ala.
Submitted on 12/18/2012 12:41:49 PM

Neil B. Bryner 2011 (construction management), is an associate project manager at Henkels & McCoy. He resides in Highland Lakes, N.J.
Submitted on 9/5/2012 9:18:16 PM

Nick Cafarchio 2012 (web & applications development), is a computer applications programmer for the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. He resides in Aspers.
Submitted on 8/17/2012 1:45:26 PM

Trisha M. Cahill (Moser) 2011 (nursing), is a registered nurse at Geisinger Medical Center where she performs the duties of a critical care nurse. She married Vince S. Cahill in February 2013, and resides in Montgomery. She had this to say about her Penn College experience, "The Penn College softball team made my Penn College experience so much better! I played all four years of college and it helped me enjoy some of the best years of my life even more! I miss it so much!"
Submitted on 4/10/2013 12:19:46 PM

Samantha Catlin 2012 (graphic design), is a graphic artist/sales assistant at Forever Broadcasting, where she creates sales proposal templates for the account executives, updates all six station websites, and designs any additional advertisements, gift certificates, posters, etc. She plans to marry Chad Bruinooge, 2013 (construction management) in September 2014.
Submitted on 1/31/2013 1:50:58 PM

Kathryn A. Chamberlain 2010 (information technology: networking technology), is a technology assistant for the Altoona Area School District. She resides in Tyrone.
Submitted on 5/14/2012 3:47:50 PM

Kathryn A. Chamberlain 2010 (information technology: network technology), is an IT support specialist for Penn State World Campus. She plans to marry Benjamin J. Metz, 2009 (information technology: technical support technology) on April 27, 2013. She resides in Tyrone.
Submitted on 1/9/2013 3:35:19 PM

Brandon J. Close 2011 (business administration: marketing), is a research associate in the department of Sociology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a college within the City University of New York. He plans to graduate with a MPA in Criminal Justice Policy in 2013. He resides in Brooklyn, NY.
Submitted on 12/10/2012 12:06:02 PM

Nicholas J. Colaric 2011 (construction management), is an assistant project engineer at Turner Construction. He plans to marry Anna Foltz on June 22, 2013. He resides in Eighty Four.
Submitted on 3/1/2013 4:01:19 AM

Amanda L. Dangle (Hinkal) 2010 (nursing), is an RN at Geisinger. She married Greg P. Dangle, 2011 (diesel technician) on October 27, 2012. The couple resides in Pennsdale.
Submitted on 1/15/2013 9:59:35 AM

Greg P. Dangle 2011 (diesel techinician), is a diesel technician at Eck's Garage. He married Amanda L. Hinkal, 2010 (nursing) on October 27, 2012. The couple resides in Pennsdale.
Submitted on 1/15/2013 10:00:47 AM

Rachel A. Davis 2012 (dental hygiene), is a dental hygienist for Dr. Brian Coleman, where she does non-surgical periodontal maintenance, routine cleanings, x-rays, application for fluoride and sealants, in depth analysis of soft and hard tissue attachment levels, and overall oral and systemic health. She plans to graduate with a degree in health policy and administration from Penn College in 2013. In addition, she is still breeding Shih-Tzus, which she thoroughly enjoys, and is extremely happy with her education, health, and life! She resides in Gettysburg.
Submitted on 8/15/2012 11:11:56 PM

Molly E. Dietrich 2012 (hospitality management), is a sales coordinator at Nichols Village Hotel & Spa. She resides in Nicholson.
Submitted on 5/15/2013 1:07:26 PM

Kellen T. Fogarty 2011 (electric power generation technology), is a power plant operator at Olympus Power LLC. He resides in Hegins.
Submitted on 4/4/2013 8:02:08 AM

Sue A. Gigunito 2012 (Nursing), is an RN at Evangelical Community Hospital. She resides in Montoursville.
Submitted on 8/13/2012 4:43:40 AM

John E. Gudonis 2011 (plastics and polymer engineering technology), is a process engineer for The Plastek Group in Erie.
Submitted on 5/31/2012 4:06:24 PM

Ashlyn M. Hershberger 2011 (graphic communications management), is a player services/cage shift supervisor for Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course, where she supervises cage personnel between front-line cashiers and bankers, assists casino guests, and encourages a positive team atmosphere. She plans to graduate from Columbia Southern University in 2015 with an MBA in project management. She resides in Harrisburg.
Submitted on 8/9/2012 10:59:29 AM

Mark Hosie 2011 (heating, ventilation & air conditioning technology), is a service technician for Goodwin Refrigeration Co. in Raleigh, N.C. He resides in Cornelius, N.C.
Submitted on 6/3/2012 3:34:04 PM

Stephanie J. Irvine 2010 (welding and fabrication engineering technology), is a supplier quality engineer for Liebherr Mining Equipment in Newport News, Va., where she controls quality of welded products coming from approved suppliers, and makes visits to help resolve problems when necessary. She resides in Elberon, Va.
Submitted on 1/8/2013 1:41:13 PM

Cody R. Kanouff 2010 (forest technology), is a conductor for Norfolk Southern Railroad. He welcomed a son, Zander, on Sept. 20, 2012. He resides in Renovo.
Submitted on 11/21/2012 9:26:09 AM

Valerie LaCerra 2011 (applied human services), was certified as a Human Services-Board Certified Practitioner by the Center for Credentialing and Educators. She is employed by the Community Services Group, where she works in behavioral health rehabilitation, and resides in Linden.
Submitted on 2/27/2013 5:11:00 PM

Rebecca Lawell 2011 (dental hygiene), is a dental hygienist for Pediatric Dentistry. She is engaged to Matthew Krzan 2012 (residential construction technology and management). The couple plans to wed in September 2013. She resides in Schuylkill Haven.
Submitted on 10/31/2012 2:37:09 PM

Alesha Love-LaForme (Love) 2010 (applied human services), is a shelter counselor/advocate at Transitions. She married Adam LaForme, 2011 (HVAC technology) on June 12, 2010. The couple resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 3/4/2013 4:14:18 PM

Raymond A. Marcon 2011 (construction management), is a project manager/estimator for R.H. Marcon, Inc. He resides in State College.
Submitted on 10/8/2012 9:22:42 PM

Melissa Maruszak 2011 (building science and sustainable design), is a junior architect at Sargenti Architects. She resides in Highland Lakes, N.J.
Submitted on 4/1/2013 8:11:40 PM

Alexander Matteson 2011 (welding and fabrication engineering technology), is employed as a welding engineer for Wacker Neuson, while also pursuing a Master of Science in engineering from the University of Wisconsin Platteville. He plans to wed his fiancée, Caitlin B. Couch, in August 2013. He resides in Brown Deer, Wis.
Submitted on 11/1/2012 11:32:58 AM

Martin W. Mensch 2012 (plastics and polymer engineering technology), is a plastics manufacturing engineer at CIMA Plastics Group. He resides in Shaker Heights, Ohio.
Submitted on 9/27/2012 7:54:19 PM

Kathryn A. Metz (Chamberlain) 2010 (information technology: network technology), is an IT support specialist for Penn State World Campus. She married Benjamin J. Metz, 2009 (information technology: technical support technology), on April 27, 2013. The couple resides in Tyrone.
Submitted on 5/1/2013 1:00:11 PM

Kathryn A. Metz (Chamberlain) 2010 (IT: Computer Networking),
Submitted on 5/1/2013 1:00:11 PM

Christine Muthler 2010 (legal assistant-paralegal studies), is a paralegal at the Law Office of Brian L. Kerstetter. She resides in Jersey Shore.
Submitted on 3/11/2013 10:50:02 AM

Megan Nestel 2012 (information technology: network specialist), provides technical support at Schneider Electric. She resides in North Kingstown, RI.
Submitted on 12/24/2012 11:22:21 AM

Stacey J. Paronish 2012 (health arts: practical nursing), is an LPN at Evangeical Community Hospital. She married Todd Paronish in March 2012, and welcomed a daughter, Mallory D., on July 6, 2012. They reside in New Columbia.
Submitted on 1/30/2013 5:15:13 PM

Stacey J. Paronish 2012 (health arts: practical nursing), is an LPN at Evangelical Community Hospital. She resides in New Columbia.
Submitted on 4/15/2013 11:14:36 PM

Megan R. Pennington 2011 (graphic design), is a graphics project lead for Bausch & Lomb Inc. She resides in Akron, NY.
Submitted on 1/22/2013 10:25:55 AM

Lauren A. Powell 2012 (surgical technology), is a certified surgical technologist at Pinnacle Health Hospital. She resides in Lewistown.
Submitted on 2/16/2013 10:33:54 AM

Ryan D. Preston 2010 (environmental technology management), is an environmental specialist at Superior Tube Company Inc., where he handles environmental compliance. He resides in Reading.
Submitted on 5/15/2013 2:24:27 PM

Chris Rosa 2010 (information technology: security specialist), is employed by Gray Chevrolet in Stroudsburg, where he does "everything related to IT."
Submitted on 6/6/2012 9:27:26 AM

Teresa Ross 2010 (applied human services), is a county caseworker 1 at Lycoming-Clinton Joinder. She resides in Williamsport.
Submitted on 8/22/2012 12:26:07 PM

Jason V. Skotedis 2010 (civil engineering technology), is a designer II - highway engineering at Larson Design Group. He resides in Northumberland.
Submitted on 8/11/2012 2:56:46 PM

Ryan M. Sokol 2012 (information assurance & security), is pursuing a master's degree in cybersecurity from the University of Maryland University College. He is a consultant for CGI Federal where he consults for the US Army Information Technology Agency and Enterprise Information & Mission Assurance Contracts at the Pentagon. That's about all he can say. He resides in Aldie, Va.
Submitted on 8/23/2012 10:08:49 PM

Chad M. Stevens 2012 (construction management), is a project engineer for Blue Rock Construction. He resides in Alburtis.
Submitted on 8/16/2012 12:00:09 PM

Padraic O. Stimpson 2012 (diesel technology), is a diesel mechanic at Venezia Bulk Transport, where he does aluminum welding, steel welding, dot inspection, trailer repair, frame repair, alignments, motor rebuild, clutch, differential and transmission overhaul. He resides in Nazareth.
Submitted on 2/12/2013 11:32:41 PM

Heather Thielman 2011 (dental hygiene); 2012 (health policy and administration), is a dental hygienist for Dr. Bernard Logan, and resides in Rochester. She plans to marry Matthew Druckenmiller, 2012 (civil engineering technology) in May 2014. Matthew is employed by PennDOT and resides in Paxinos.
Submitted on 3/9/2013 2:15:21 PM

Sean M. Timm 2012 (information technology: network specialist), is a network consulting engineer for Cisco Systems, where he provides proactive network support on Cisco's Comcast team. He resides in Morrisville.
Submitted on 11/16/2012 8:54:31 AM

Andrea L. Valentine 2012 (nursing), is an obstetrics RN at Evangelical Community Hospital. She resides in Mifflinburg.
Submitted on 10/13/2012 1:48:57 AM

James R. Whited 2010 (electronics and computer engineering technology: Cisco Systems), is a cook at Rumrunners Pub & Eatery in Williamsport, where he resides.
Submitted on 6/8/2012 4:00:00 PM

Brian S. Witner 2012 (hospitality management), is a shift supervisor at Flying J Travel Center. He married Nicole A. Witner on June 4, 2011. The couple welcomed a son, Noah E., on July 30, 2010, and a daughter, Lilianna A., on September 7, 2012. They reside in Lock Haven.
Submitted on 2/8/2013 1:56:03 AM