The Wide World of STEM

Our People: Meet our pioneers

Think a STEM career might be right for you? Check out their stories and learn what influenced their journeys into science, technology, engineering, and math.

Student

Nate Lyon

Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology

Student

Kate Ruggiero

Aviation Maintenance Technology

Alum

Jeffrey Feeman

Industrial Design

Student

Hallie Harriman

Game & Simulation Programming

Student

David Zlotnicki

Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology: Robotics & Automation Emphasis

Student

Erin Beaver

Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology

Student

Kat Molostvova

Software Development & Information Management

STEM Stats:

$95,420

Median Annual Wage for STEM Jobs in 2021

9.9

Million Workers in STEM Occupations

800,000

New STEM Jobs by 2031

Our People: There's always a way

To pursue your passion. To challenge assumptions. And to change the course of tomorrow.

A high-demand career is your future and we’re here to help you make it happen.

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STEM is here

STEM thinking is engrained in our approach to education. Check out these stories to see how tomorrow makers are transforming their futures.

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Alum's perseverance pays off

After a few bumps in the road, Steven found the mindset and the motivation to embrace the career of his dreams.

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Learning beyond the classroom

Collaboration plus critical thinking creates a power packed applied learning experience for students in several majors.

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Creating a passion project

Jarod's love of guitars and education in automated manufacturing inspired a unique senior project.

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Senior project lends photo finish

J.J., photographer and engineering design technology student, built a camera with additive manufacturing.

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Determination is a slam dunk

Academic success didn't come easy to Jacqueline, but her perseverance and passion paid off in a big way.

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Bringing new products to life

Capstone projects invite creativity and allow industrial design students to create commercially viable designs.

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Facilities: The Dr. Welch Workshop: A Makerspace at Penn College

Take hands-on learning to the next level. Explore your creativity. Collaborate with others. Bring your ideas to light. The makerspace is a workshop where you can collaborate with students, faculty, and staff, or work independently to test theories, explore ideas, and gain real-world skills to power your career.

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