Faculty & Staff Articles

Christie A. Bing Kracker, director of the LEAP Center, savors a warm Bunny hug during the children's visit to the Davie Jane Gilmour Center. Standing (from left) are Melissa M. Stocum, LEAP adviser- mentoring; Allison M. Savage, LEAP adviser-communications; and (partially visible) Stacie L. Smith, CLC group leader.

A Pennsylvania College of Technology professor is serving as the chief reader for the World History: Modern Advanced Placement exam. As chief reader, Craig A.

Pennsylvania College of Technology’s brewing & fermentation science instructor, Timothy L. Yarrington, will present a free Penn State Extension webinar, set for 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. “Brewers Guide to Water and Beer Varieties” will explore how to use an existing water source to make a variety of beer styles.

John F. Chappo (left), assistant professor of history/history of technology, finds a receptive audience for a world of possibility. Cupcakes and other treats let students know they're in the right place.

“This ... is real! It’s an eye-opener for sure!” yelled Colin G. Browne Jr. as he raced across the Field House floor, engaged in a Community Action Poverty Simulation. The Pennsylvania College of Technology human services & restorative justice major joined more than 50 fellow students and 25 college employees in the recent interactive, immersive experience.

The Pennsylvania College of Technology Board of Directors on Thursday approved emeritus status for a longtime faculty member, agreed to tentative parameters for the college’s 2023-24 state appropriation request and authorized the purchase of a property near main campus. Emeritus status was approved for Thomas A.

Thomas A. Zimmerman, retired associate professor of psychology and faculty athletic representative, has been approved for emeritus status by the Pennsylvania College of Technology Board of Directors. Zimmerman taught psychology full time at Penn College and its immediate predecessor, Williamsport Area Community College, since 1984, retiring in August 2021.

Being responsive to community needs, Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Human Services and Restorative Justice Club hosted the first of a four-part Mental Health Discussion Series. More than 70 students, faculty and community members gathered for the event Monday evening in the Klump Academic Center Auditorium. Three local professionals served as panelists: Brian J.

Down the hall and 'round the corner, tucked away on the first floor of the Klump Academic Center, Tutoring Services has for too long been envisioned by some as a near-hidden area where overwhelmed students could find a helping hand. Tutor Appreciation Week (Oct.

“Our Never-Ending Battle Against Infectious Diseases: The Winners, the Losers and Where We Go from Here” is the title of a program to be offered Wednesday, Oct. 19, as part of Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Technology & Society Colloquia Series, presented in partnership with the Notre Dame Club of Greater Williamsport. Jeff Schorey, the George B. Craig Jr.