Wednesday, May 7, 2025
A longtime advocate of applied technology education is donating $8,000 to empower area high school students taking college-credit courses via Pennsylvania College of Technology.
PPL Electric Utilities has made the financial commitment through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program to support Penn College Dual Enrollment, which enables academically qualified high school and career and technology education center students to take courses tuition-free during their regular school day.
“The continued investment of PPL Electric Utilities in support of dual enrollment introduces high school students to meaningful and rewarding applied technology education careers that are essential for tomorrow’s workforce,” said Elizabeth A. Biddle, senior director of grant management at Penn College. “We are grateful for the company’s ongoing commitment.”
PPL Electric Utilities has donated $8,000 through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program to support dual enrollment efforts at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Penn College Dual Enrollment enables academically qualified high school and career and technology education students to take courses tuition-free during their regular school day. From left are Elizabeth A. Biddle, senior director of grant management at Penn College, and Jonah G. Howe, PPL regional affairs director.
Penn College Dual Enrollment works with nearly 70 partners across Pennsylvania, allowing over 2,000 students to earn 7,000-plus Penn College credits. Most of the courses are technical in nature, providing a career pipeline for skilled technicians and technologists that are in demand by business and industry throughout Pennsylvania.
“PPL is pleased to continue this partnership with Penn College Dual Enrollment through our EITC giving,” said Jonah G. Howe, regional affairs director and a 2007 Penn College graduate. “This concurrent enrollment program provides young people the opportunity to explore technical fields that build the foundation for high-demand careers at PPL and with our customers.”
PPL Electric has been a steadfast supporter of Penn College for 40 years with investments geared to academics, facility enhancements, scholarships and Workforce Development initiatives. A Corporate Tomorrow Maker, PPL Electric is a member of the Visionary Society ($100,000-$499,999) on the college’s Donor Wall.
The Penn College Foundation is approved as an Educational Improvement Organization under the EITC program administered by the state Department of Community & Economic Development.
Those wishing to explore giving opportunities at Penn College can call 570-320-8020.
Penn College is a national leader in applied technology education. Email the Admissions Office or call toll-free 800-367-9222.
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