Business & Hospitality Articles

A Pennsylvania College of Technology faculty member’s research on the use of cooperative learning as an alternative to lectures in economics courses was published in International Advances in Economic Research. The paper, by Chip D.

Jessica R. Wiegand, a business administration: marketing concentration major from Trout Run, has been chosen as September’s Student of the Month at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Jessica R. Wiegand A member of the Wildcat cross-country team and the Blue Crew campus-pride organization, Wiegand also works part time in the college’s Student Activities Office.

Planning a family trip to the amusement park during these dog days of summer? A timely addition to Penn College's YouTube channel spotlights alumnus Brian Knoebel, who used his food and hospitality management degree to secure a future in the family business: Knoebels, America's largest free-admission amusement park.

Students in a Catering course at Pennsylvania College of Technology will offer cooking demonstrations – and free samples – at the Williamsport Growers Market’s annual “Customer Appreciation Day” on Sept. 19. The students will prepare a variety of recipes using fresh, local ingredients donated by the market’s vendors. They’ll serve samples beginning at 8 a.m.

Wine Spectator magazine recently released its annual Restaurant Guide, again naming Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Le Jeune Chef Restaurant among the “Award of Excellence” recipients. The world's best wine lists are featured in this annual guide, which presents the winners in the magazine’s Restaurant Awards program.

A record 15 Pennsylvania College of Technology students were hired by Phillips Seafood to serve internships in the iconic Maryland company’s Ocean City establishments this summer.

When Pennsylvania College of Technology student-athlete Justus K. Leimbach stood atop the pitcher’s mound at Clipper Magazine Stadium – home of the Lancaster Barnstormers professional baseball team – to “throw” the honorary first pitch on June 19, he did not take the usual stance.

Campers prepare daikon radishes for a salad garnish. Chef Frank M. Suchwala, assistant professor of hospitality management/culinary arts, helps a student learn knife skills as she minces parsley. The students’ final buffet (just a portion is shown here) shows off their hard work. – A student dices carrots using safe cutting procedures. Chef Craig A.

A Pennsylvania College of Technology business faculty member recently presented research regarding minor-league baseball ticket sales at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Chip D.

Pennsylvania College of Technology bestowed honors upon three alumni during Spring 2015 commencement ceremonies held May 15-16 at the Community Arts Center, Williamsport. Adam J. Yoder, of Gaithersburg, Maryland, received the Alumni Volunteer of the Year Award on May 15. Joseph H. and Barbara A.