Daniel J. Ravizza wanted to “stretch” himself for his senior project. The Pennsylvania College of Technology student recently met that noble goal by manufacturing a forging hammer, a machine that forms and shapes metal. “It’s been in the back of my mind to do this for a number of years.
Pennsylvania College of Technology will potentially send more than 900 new employees into the job market this month, and the new graduates are poised for success with their workforce-ready skills and specialties. “Demand for Penn College graduates remains high,” said Paul L. Starkey, vice president for academic affairs/provost.
"The Rock" dons a new coat for commencement. Readily recalling his stint as a billboard painter, Todd R. Moore returns to his campus roots. Members of the Centennial graduating class and their families have an appropriate backdrop for their keepsake photos this commencement weekend.
Retirees and employees pass through the Field House, hoping to hit paydirt in the "Ticket to Win It" raffle. President Davie Jane Gilmour (right) and colleagues put their best feet (and hands) forward in a lively game of 3-D Twister. Clockwise from left are Carolyn R. Strickland, assistant vice president for academic services; Sue A. Mahaffey, coordinator of academic services; and Kendel F.
More than 900 Pennsylvania College of Technology students have petitioned to graduate at the completion of the Spring 2014 semester, and the college has scheduled three ceremonies May 16-17 for those who will march at commencement. All of the ceremonies will be held at the Community Arts Center, Williamsport. At 3 p.m.
One of the longest-running instructional programs at Pennsylvania College of Technology – and one of the oldest continuous automotive programs in the nation – celebrated its 100th anniversary Friday in the Parkes Automotive Technology Center.
About 50 graduates of Williamsport Technical Institute, Pennsylvania College of Technology's earliest forerunner, were among the distinguished visitors Friday for a 14th annual reunion. Held during the college's ongoing Centennial celebration, the alumni and their guests enjoyed lunch and reminiscence in the Thompson Professional Development Center, as well as other campus activities.
Shawn A. Wilson (left) and Seth A. Martin offer practical career insights to students in the technology-filled Financial Markets Investments Lab. Wilson said the technology at Penn College helped to attract him as a prospective student. Among Wilson’s pointers is how not to win over a client. Martin talks about the challenges of working with multiple generations of investors.
72 donors in 72 hours The Penn College Scholarship Campaign's online appeal to attract 72 first-time alumni donors in 72 hours exceeded its goal, attracting 75 new gifts as of Thursday's midnight deadline. The Penn College Foundation added $250 to every donation of $25 or more, resulting in nearly $21,000 in new scholarship funds to help students with the cost of their education.
Displaying one of the hottest ensembles of the season All smiles at The College Store's traveling register is Jaret C. Brumbach, of Boyertown. Graduating with an associate degree in building construction technology, he already has a job lined up with J.R. Wegman Construction, of Douglassville. Soon-to-be-alumni enjoy the convenience of tackling pre-commencement tasks in one locale. Tammy M.
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