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A longtime partner of Pennsylvania College of Technology recently donated to one of the school’s largest programs. Employees of High Steel Structures LLC – through the High Foundation – contributed $3,400 for use in the college’s welding program. Over 360 students are enrolled in the welding & metal fabrication program cluster at the college.

As a middle schooler, Gage L. Romanoskie earned three Scout Badges at Pennsylvania College of Technology. About seven years after being introduced to the campus through the Merit Badge College initiative, Romanoskie is seeking a bachelor’s degree in building automation engineering technology. The next Merit Badge College will be held Feb. 15 and is offered in partnership with the Susquehanna Council, Boy Scouts of America.

WNEP-TV’s Jon Meyer visited campus on Monday to produce an “On the Pennsylvania Road” segment regarding the 1948 Tucker restored by Pennsylvania College of Technology students. One of those students is Ty M. Tucker, of Columbia, the great-great grandson of Preston Tucker, the legendary automotive figure responsible for the car. The segment is scheduled to air Wednesday during WNEP’s 6 p.m. newscast.

Two Penn College employees were honored as nominees in Northcentral PA YWCA's 16th annual Women of Excellence Award Ceremony, held recently at the Community Arts Center in downtown Williamsport. Tanya Berfield, director of student advocacy and Title IX coordinator, and Angela L. Stackhouse, head coach of softball, were among 21 Women of Excellence nominees.

A chilly November evening didn’t deter fun-seekers and dedicated runners who turned out for the recent Wildcat Campus 5K Glow Walk/Run, supporting Penn College’s chapter of Alpha Chi National Honor Society. A total of 98 people registered, and $1,902 was raised to support academic excellence.

Honoring Native American Heritage Month, Penn College hosted a November performance by the Piscataway Nation Dancers & Singers. Led by Piscataway Chief Mark Tayac, the 29th generation of hereditary chiefs, the troupe hails from Tayac Territory, near Port Tobacco, Maryland.

“Problem, promise … I love that,” said Lasada Pippen. “You're gonna be a pro either way. PRO, promise. PRO, problem. Either way you look at it, you're gonna be a pro. Either you're gonna be a pro at getting stuck behind a problem, or you're gonna be a pro at getting to the promise. You see what I mean? I just love wordplay.” In the 28th episode of Penn College’s Tomorrow Makers podcast – “All Grit. No Quit.” – join the wordplay and wisdom of this inspiring speaker.

First-Generation College Celebration Week at Penn College featured an array of exploration and information, highlighted by Lasada “LP” Pippen, a former computer engineer turned motivational speaker. In two speaking engagements – a morning session focused on students and an evening colloquium open to the public, the first-generation college graduate shared his inspiring message about turning obstacles into opportunities and seeing challenges as chances.

First-Generation College Celebration Week at Penn College featured an array of exploration and information, highlighted by Lasada “LP” Pippen, a former computer engineer turned motivational speaker. In two speaking engagements – a morning session focused on students and an evening colloquium open to the public, the first-generation college graduate shared his inspiring message about turning obstacles into opportunities and seeing challenges as chances.

The Gallery at Penn College doubled as a woodworking shop during the artist’s reception for “Art of the Everyday,” showcasing the work of Mary Michael Shelley, of Ithaca, New York. Visitors enjoyed the added engagement of watching Shelley demonstrate her low-relief wood carving process during the recent gathering. She also delivered a talk, moving the crowd around the gallery space to discuss numerous works from her 50-plus-year career.