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As part of a PAsmart “Advancing K-12 Computer Science & STEM Education” grant received by Pennsylvania College of Technology from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, 24 middle school educators recently convened on campus for a weeklong hands-on externship.

The founder and president of a Troy-based manufacturer with global reach is honoring his roots through an enduring commitment to Pennsylvania College of Technology. From scholarships to internships, John M. Estep has created a strong bond between E-Tech Industrial Corp. and his alma mater. Estep is a 1974 mechanical drafting alumnus of Penn College predecessor institution Williamsport Area Community College.

During the past decade, Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Baja SAE team members have journeyed more than 20,000 miles to test their talent. Next year, they will travel less than 10 from main campus to do that. Penn College will host a Baja SAE competition May 16-19 at its Schneebeli Earth Science Center near Montgomery and Allenwood. Dubbed Baja SAE Williamsport, the international event is expected to attract 80-plus teams and about 800 competitors.

Pennsylvania College of Technology students received nearly a third of all scholarships from a national foundation devoted to skilled manufacturing careers. Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs – the foundation of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International – awarded the $1,500-$2,500 scholarships to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a certificate or degree program leading to a manufacturing career.

Two representatives of Beijing Prepare Education Technology Co., a China-based education consultancy that supports those wishing to complete their university degrees overseas, visited Penn College on Tuesday.

A simple question from a Pennsylvania College of Technology instructor resulted in a class project benefiting Construction Specialties, a global company with local ties.

A dedicated group of Pennsylvania College of Technology students ushered in a new era of competition with a strong showing recently at Baja SAE Oshkosh in Wisconsin.

A new dedicated space for Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Baja SAE team befits its recent accomplishments in international competitions.

A national foundation is aiding Pennsylvania College of Technology’s efforts to spark interest among high school girls in rewarding manufacturing careers.

The chair of the State House Republican Appropriations Committee visited main campus on Tuesday, touring a variety of instructional areas with Penn College officials and two legislative colleagues.