Events Articles

Two honor society chapters at Pennsylvania College of Technology held induction ceremonies this past week. On a picture-perfect day, some of Phi Theta Kappa's newest members and their advisers pause for a group photo on the ACC steps.

Sunlight kisses the golden hair of a happy hunter. The sprint is on ... ... as no stone is left unturned. The grass is always greener ... when contrasted with bright, blue eggs. The Penn College mascot, for whom the popular event is named, is generous with hugs.

About 35 area high school girls met their potential destiny during Penn College's annual "Framing Your Future" event Friday, gaining hands-on exposure to the vast career opportunities represented by the School of Construction & Design Technologies.

Teamwork in action Shimmering with athleticism and energy ... ... and earning the spotlight ... ... the Wildcat Dance Team delivers a winning performance. Penn College’s Wildcat Dance Team held a spring “Take the Stage” benefit Saturday afternoon in the Klump Academic Center Auditorium, the first of two performances within the week.

Helpful employees from student-focused offices were on hand to shepherd tomorrow's grads through today's task list. Building construction technology students Logan L. Bathurst (left), of Lock Haven, and Jason M. Zucco, of Bellefonte, stand ready to graduate in the May 18 morning ceremony.

Representing PC Alliance are (from left) Victor M. Marino; Brianna E. Milden, the organization's president; Kai F. Marshall; and adviser Cathy E. Gamez. With the rainbow flag about to be raised, Elliott Strickland, vice president for student affairs, offers remarks. Also participating are Milden (center) and Sammie L. Davis, coordinator of diversity and cultural life.

Less than 24 hours after freezing April showers and overhead gloom shrouded the area, far more seasonal conditions prevailed for a Spring Open House that more than lived up to its name. Rising temperatures were matched by warm smiles and abundant goodwill in every corner of Penn College's campuses, where students, employees and alumni helped inquisitive visitors spend a Saturday to remember.

Thirty-two graduates of Williamsport Technical Institute, a precursor to Pennsylvania College of Technology, were among the 70 attendees at Friday's 19th annual reunion.

The Student Government Association at Pennsylvania College of Technology will host its annual Silent Auction on Friday, April 26, to benefit the Student Leader Legacy Scholarship Fund. The auction will be from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on the first floor of Madigan Library.

Members of the Penn College community – 124 strong, featuring a heavy turnout by Wildcat student-athletes – combined for 609,700 “Yards for Yeardley” in a national effort to spotlight healthy relationships. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.