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.
Faith Myers, 2023
nursing
Faith is a staff nurse for UPMC. She resides in Pittsburgh.
Dan Gerard, 2020
automated manufacturing technology and metal fabrication technology
Dan is a fabricator for Ringbrothers, where he is part of the team building some of the world's best custom hot rods, including the Specialty Equipment Market Association's 2022 "Battle of the Builders" winner, a 1948 Chevrolet pickup dubbed "ENYO." He resides in Dodgeville, Wis.
Gregory Metzger, 1976
automotive technology
Gregory retired after 39 years as a senior engineer designing natural gas facilities. After graduating from WACC, he worked in General Motors dealerships for three years before earning a bachelor's in mechanical engineering from Penn State and gaining a professional engineer license. He resides in Cranberry Township.
Jason Praster, 2005
welding and fabrication engineering technology
Jason is manager of welding quality assurance for Zachry Group. He resides in San Antonio with his wife, Sarah (Jinar) '06, physical fitness specialist, and their son.
Justin Guthrie, 2023
graphic design
Justin is a graphic designer for Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. He current projects include overhauling the coffee roaster's website and designing its first QRC bag for Walmart and Weis Markets. He resides in Mifflinburg.
Luke Waltman, 2012
forest technology
Luke is a forester for the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry (Bald Eagle State Forest). He is a member of the state wildfire suppression program and has participated in wildland fire crew trips to California, Washington, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, Montana and Minnesota, along with numerous fire suppression details in Pennsylvania. He resides in Watsontown.
Brittany (Meade) Gansel, 2011
surgical technology
Brittany is the director of MERC (Musculoskeletal Education and Research Center) & INR (imaging, navigation, robotics) education for Globus Medical. The company named her INR Impact Player of the Year in 2021. She is married, resides in Phoenixville and is expecting her first child in March 2024.
Lauren Bitting, 2018
nursing
Lauren is a nursing professional development practitioner for Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. She provides orientation for nursing and nursing support staff, as well as nursing education for inpatient nursing units. She is pursuing a Master of Science in nursing and is engaged to be married in May 2025. She resides in Lewistown.
Corrine Rinehimer, 2023
nursing LPN-RN
Corrine is a nurse for Geisinger Medical Center. She resides in Mifflinville and is engaged to be married in September 2024.
Vincent Scinicariello, 1960
mechanical draftsman
Vincent is retired and resides in Houston.
Dennis Leber, 1971
electrical construction
Dennis retired in 2017 as a senior systems network engineer for the U.S. House of Representatives. He installed and maintained copper and fiber optics in the House office buildings. He also holds an associate degree in electrical engineering technology from Penn State. He resides in York.
Andrew Nagy, 1970
civil engineering technology
Andrew is retired and resides in Montoursville.
Barb LeGeyt, 2021
welding & fabrication engineering technology
Barb is a welding engineer for John Deere. She resides in Davenport, Iowa.
Thomas Schatz, 1976
automotive technology
Thomas retired from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles after 34 years. He was a parts manager and was active with numerous community colleges and the Mopar Career Automotive Program. He moved to Montgomery, Texas, in the Houston area, in 2023.
Aaron Kough, 2023
heating, ventilation & air conditioning technology
Aaron is a plumber for Myco Mechanical. He resides in Three Springs and looks forward to welcoming a baby in July 2024.
Mark Altmyer, 2021
building automation engineering technology
Mark is a field technician for Chesapeake Controls. He resides in Evans City.
Grace Hollister, 2023
dental hygiene
Grace is a dental hygienist for Sprout Dental. She resides in Waymart.
Alexis (Ashby) Weinrich, 2020
applied health studies and surgical technology (2018)
Alexis is an endocrinology physician assistant for Walla Walla Clinic and Surgery Center. She married her Penn College sweetheart, Austin '20, residential construction technology and management, in 2021. They reside in College Place, Wash.
Emily (Lenhart) Boltz, 2017
emergency management technology
Emily is a workforce safety specialist for Lehigh Valley Health Network. She resides in Lenhartsville.
Kathy Thompson, 1996
legal assistant-paralegal studies
Kathy is a senior corporate recruiter for First Quality Enterprises. She resides in Howard.
Robert Warble Jr., 1997
electronics technology: communications/fiber optics
Robert is a locomotive engineer/freight conductor for Norfolk Southern Corp. He chairs the West Hanover Parks and Recreation board and is a member of the West Hanover Lions Club. He resides in Harrisburg with his wife and their teen son, a potential future Wildcat.
Thomas Wisse, 2008
residential construction technology and management: architectural technology concentration
Thomas is a sales representative for Bonland Industries. He and his wife, Lauren, welcomed their second son, Jack, in August 2023. They reside in Oak Ridge, N.J.
Barbara (Brown) Downs, 2000
computer applications technology
Barbara is a laborer for Spartronics, prepping circuit board parts, and plans to retire in November 2024. She resides in Williamsport and recently became a great-grandmother.
Aaron Burson, 2016
surveying technology
Aaron is a utility locate technician for USIC, which provides underground utility location and damage prevention. He is married and resides in Williamsport.
Madison (Januchowski) Lewis, 2018
emergency management technology
Madison is an enterprise buyer for RS Integrated Supply. She is a recipient of the company's 2023 Rising Star Award. She resides in Montoursville.
Jessica (McCloskey) Guenot, 2016
surgical technology
Jessica is a certified surgical technologist for Mount Nittany Medical Center. She and her husband welcomed their second child, daughter Jenna, in March 2023, and Jessica returned to Penn College in Fall 2023 to pursue a degree in nursing. The family resides in Bellefonte.
Bruce Statler, 2004
computer information technology: data communications and networking
Bruce is a service desk analyst level 2 for Global Data Consultants LLC. He resides in Chambersburg.
Haylie Shaffer, 2018
health information technology
Haylie is a clinical laboratory assistant II for Atrium Health. She completed a certificate in phlebotomy from Carolinas College of Heath Sciences and passed the board exam for phlebotomy in May. She is pursuing Registered Health Information Technician exam prep courses. She has a son and resides in Charlotte, N.C.
Clint Wessner, 1995
electrical occupations
Clint is an electrical technician for Hershey Foods, troubleshooting and repairing equipment. He resides in Pine Grove.
Christine Reed, 2013
culinary arts and systems
Christine is a program manager for the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency. She resides in Brookline, Mass.