Class Notes shares the achievements and milestones of alumni of Pennsylvania College of Technology and its predecessors, Williamsport Area Community College and Williamsport Technical Institute. Share your story.
Karole (Hockenbroch) Burris, 1997
nursing
Karole is the administrator for the Sentara Princess Anne Ambulatory Surgery Center, where she oversees business and clinical operations. She received her bachelor's degree in nursing from Penn College in 2015 and holds the Certified Nurse Operating Room credential. She resides in Virginia Beach, Va.
Brian McDowell, 2007
civil engineering technology
Brian is a project manager/estimator for Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc. He resides in Lanse.
Kimberly Filko, 2014
graphic design
Kimberly is a graphic designer for Blackboard Inc., where she designs websites for K-12 school districts. She resides in Davenport, Fla.
Yvonne "Abby" (Walk) Bryant, 1972
mechanical drafting
Abby is an engineering specialist for Pinellas County Utilities. She designs water, sewer, reclaimed water and solid waste infrastructure and facilities. She resides in Spring Hill, Fla.
Andrew Lackman, 2006
residential construction technology and management
Andrew is a senior estimator for Russell and Russell Construction. He oversees the pre-construction department. He resides in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Richard Ashworth, 1967
auto body repair and refinishing
Richard retired from Columbia-Greene Community College, where was an assistant professor of automotive technology. He is a an ASE master automotive technician, an ASE advanced level specialist and is ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling Certified. He resides in Cobleskill, N.Y.
James Connolly, 2017
physician assistant
James is an orthopedic physician assistant for Geisinger. He resides in South Williamsport.
Stanley Miller, 1966
architectural technology
Stanley is the principal of Stanley P. Miller Architect. In 1973, he graduated from Boston Architectural Center and received his Massachusetts architect license. He operated a private practice in Massachusetts from 1975 to 1991 and in Florida from 1991 to present. He resides Boca Raton, Fla.
Ethan Kline, 2015
electronics and computer engineering technology: robotics and automation
Ethan is a technician assistant for SurePower in Ridley Park. He resides in Aston.
Joseph Metcalf, 1968
welding
Joseph is retired and resides in Shinglehouse.
Mary (Cervinsky) Buttorff, 1967
liberal arts
Mary is retired and resides in Williamsport.
Harry Wells, 1967
heavy construction equipment operation
Harry is managing vice president for American Equipment LLC, Villager Construction Inc., where he manages a $20 million fleet. He previously worked for 34 years at Syracuse Supply Co., the Caterpillar dealer in Rochester, N.Y. He resides in Victor, N.Y.
Anthony Vasura, 2011
residential construction technology and management: building construction technology
Anthony is an estimator for Premier Construction Group Inc. He resides in Pottsville.
Stephanie (Crimbly) Hoke, 1985
dental hygiene
Stephanie is a dental hygienist for Smiles on Trindle Dental Care. She resides in Mechanicsburg.
Terry Hunter, 1985
retail management
Terry is a habilitation staff member for Hope Enterprises, where he provides support for individuals with disabilities and is a two-time employee of the month. He resides in Turbotville.
Lyndsey (Smith) Diehl, 2013
health information management
Lyndsey is manager of trauma data quality for Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation, where she ensures quality data is being collected at Pennsylvania trauma centers and then submitted to the state's central trauma registry. She resides in Dillsburg.
Van Johnson, 1973
liberal arts
Van retired from the West Branch School District as a counselor and teacher. He remains involved in education as a member of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees and a school volunteer and substitute. He's also a regular volunteer at Penn College events and is the 2016 recipient of the Alumni Volunteer of the Year Award. He holds a Master of Education in elementary guidance/counseling, a Master of Education in elementary education, a certification in special education, and a Bachelor of Science in education. He resides in Curwensville.
Peter Cassarly, 2011
residential construction technology and management
Peter is a project manager for Contract Hardware & Supply Inc. He resides in Altoona.
Tammy Martelle, 1986
accounting
Tammy is a paraeducator for the School District of Lancaster. She was named employee of the year for the Penn Manor School District in 2013. She resides in Conestoga.
Karen Krum, 1997
business management
Karen is an accountant for PMF Industries. She resides in Muncy.
Katelyn (Ciavardini) Romano, 2012
culinary arts and systems
Katelyn married Marco Romano, 2011 (culinary arts and systems) in May 2016. She is executive chef for Parkhurst Dining Services at Bucknell University. They reside in Washingtonville.
Jacob Guiher, 2017
heavy construction equipment technology: technician and diesel technology
Jacob is an equipment technician for Ascendum Machinery. He resides in Mount Pleasant, S.C.
Victoria (Albarano) Blucher, 1999
nursing
Victoria is a nurse practitioner for the Baltimore Sleep & Wellness Center. She resides in Joppa, Md.
Floyd Springman, 2009
applied technical studies: construction
Floyd is a controls technician for Northwind Technical Services. Six years after graduating, he attended a technical school and is again continuing his education at Fort Hays State University in Kansas. He resides in Sabetha, Kan.
Margaret Harvey, 2015
physician assistant
Margaret is a physician assistant for Internists of Central Pa. She married Steven Thorne in May 2017. They reside in Mechanicsburg.
Rebecca Mazurik, 2003
applied human services
Rebecca is a school psychologist for Parma City Schools. She graduated from Bucknell University in 2009 with a Master of Science in Education specializing in school psychology. She resides in Willoughby, Ohio.
Dennis Stull, 1971
automotive technology
Dennis is a master technician and shop foreman for Island Chrysler. He holds master's certifications from ASE and Chrysler. He resides in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Mary (Caramadre) Graham, 1990
dental hygiene
Mary is a dental hygienist for Zug Family Dentistry. She and husband, Jim, 1990 (graphic arts), reside in Manheim.
Diane Russell, 2014
nursing
Diane is a training program performance improvement coordinator for Geisinger Health System, ensuring compliance with guidelines for trauma accreditation. She is a certified emergency nurse and trauma certified registered nurse. She resides in Muncy.
Jessica Frank, 2013
graphic communications management
Jessica is a technical project manager for R.R. Donnelley. She resides in Millersville.