Saturday delivered a stunningly gorgeous autumn day, and the Penn College campus was buzzing with excitement. An Open House, Athletics events and a Fall Fair took advantage of the warm, sunny weather.
“Penn College Pride” could not be dampened despite the drizzly weather that lingered throughout Wildcat Weekend Sept. 27-29. The autumn tradition, welcoming the return of alumni and campus visits by students’ families and friends, continued to roll out its full array of fun events, delivering an action-packed weekend for all Wildcat supporters.
In a time-honored tradition ushering in Wildcat Weekend, the Veterans’ Fountain on Pennsylvania College of Technology’s main campus mall has been dyed an appealing shade of “Wildcat blue” by representatives of the Student Government Association.
Enticed by "stuffies” and freebies, about 50 students gathered on the back patio of The Madigan Library on a recent sunny, September Sunday. Hosted by the Office of Student Engagement, this “Sunday Funday” was a winner for students, offering the opportunity to make a stuffed animal and score prizes. Each plush toy came with a tag revealing hidden surprises, including a bingo voucher, movie ticket or smoothie coupon.
Sounds like team spirit! “Wildcat Wars,” a Penn College tradition since 2014, brought its raucous and respectful rivalries to the UPMC Athletic Field. Competing in kickball, dodgeball and tug of war, four residence life teams battled it out on a picture-perfect September evening.
Rep. Jamie Flick (R-Lycoming and Union Counties) is hosting his second annual Human Services Expo & Speaker Series at Pennsylvania College of Technology, on Thursday, Sept. 12. Open to the public and college community, the event intends to connect individuals and families with agencies dedicated to improving physical and mental health and overall well-being. Nearly 70 vendors have registered.
Pennsylvania College of Technology’s architecture & sustainable design program hosted a dedication on Sept. 9 to celebrate its move to a newly renovated space – on the fourth floor of the George S. Klump Academic Center – that enhances student workspaces and provides room for the growing program to expand its enrollment.
About 130 Penn College students enjoyed “Taste the World” on Wednesday, with picture-perfect September weather greeting the global guests. The mid-day event, held on the Bush Campus Center patio, featured giveaways, activities and free food catered by The Empanada Shack and UpTop Cuisine. The annual Student Engagement gathering continued to be a popular one with the campus community (employees included).
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League has announced its newest state event venue at Pennsylvania College of Technology's Schneebeli Earth Science Center. Featuring 400-plus acres of scenic surroundings, the site will host PICL's Sept. 7-8 competition that brings together student-athletes from across the state to compete in a dynamic showcase of endurance, skill and sportsmanship.
Icebreakers and interactions galore have filled the days and nights for Penn College's Wildcats as the fall semester gets in gear. Among the hoopla and help captured by college photographers: "Hot Dog, You're Here!," the beloved tradition of four-legged visitors; the IMALIVE Mental Health Fair, raising awareness of resources and support available to students; and a Paint Party, mixing music and a splash of color.
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