Architecture grads 'cap' studies with exhibition
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Photos by David Larson, assistant director of academic marketing
On the threshold of their graduation from Pennsylvania College of Technology, 18 architecture & sustainable design seniors showcased their four years of intensive study in “Architecture & Sustainable Design: Senior Capstone Projects.”
Well-wishers and interested onlookers packed The Gallery at Penn College on May 16 for the exhibit’s reception and heard from the designers and their faculty mentors. The students graduated the following day, and their gallery presentation was on display through May 19.
Penn College offers an Associate of Applied Science in architecture; a Bachelor of Science in architecture & sustainable design; and a Bachelor of Architecture. Learn more about these options on the program webpage.
In the Gallery at Penn College, Evan J. Woodhead, of Newtown, discusses his design with Kara A. Demmien, architecture instructor.
Addressing a packed gallery, Demmien (with microphone at back left) shares her perspectives and pride in the students' work.
The stars of the show!
The family of James T. McCollum, of Hummelstown, takes in his capstone design.
In the gallery lobby, light fare and refreshments are offered to guests ...
... who enjoy mingling, like this group engaging with Ellyn A. Lester (in pink dress), assistant dean of construction and architectural technologies.
With a 3D model in the foreground, Naim N. Jabbour, associate professor of architecture, takes a turn at the mic ...
... and discusses the journey of the architecture & sustainable design students.
Amanda L. Norris, of Huntingdon, fields questions on her design process.
Tyler C. Trigg, of Lititz, reviews his work with Dorothy J. Gerring, associate professor of architecture and department head.
David W. Daneker (with microphone in background center), construction project manager at UPMC, shares industry perspectives. He has been a longtime adjunct faculty member at Penn College.
The future architects explore the gallery displays with guests.
Joanna K. Flynn (right), vice president for academic affairs and provost, chats with Yelisa A. Lora, of Wilkes-Barre.
The full-time architecture faculty are encouraged to gather for a group photo (from left): Jabbour, Anthony M. Komarnicki, Demmien, Tuna Saka, Daniel L. Brooks and Gerring.
Tyler S. Zelek, of Johnstown, makes a parting toast.