Nursing & Health Sciences Articles

On April 16, Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Occupational Therapy Assistant Club will host a colorful, 5K “Puzzle Run” to raise funds for Autism Speaks. The Puzzle Run – named for the puzzle piece in the Autism Speaks logo – is untimed, putting the focus instead on fun. At each kilometer mark, runners will be doused in a different color, ending the race as a living piece of abstract art.

Two students majoring in radiography at Pennsylvania College of Technology were among six from across the state selected to serve as interns for the Pennsylvania Society of Radiologic Technologists annual meeting in Wilkes-Barre. As interns, Abigail M. Hricko, of Nicholson, and Jessica L.

More than 100 students from Penn College, Lock Haven University, Wilkes University, The Commonwealth Medical College and Marywood University gather in Penn’s Inn to discuss a hypothetical patient case. Sharon K. Waters (left) facilitated the Penn College wing of the summit, and Dr. Janet Townsend copresented its opening and closing. A student listens to the input of others in his group.

Ethan Ruhl flashes a smile for Taylor R. Delmonico, of Flemington, N.J. Like all of the college students pictured here, she is enrolled in the dental hygiene: health policy and administration concentration. Crystal C. Harrison, of Dallastown, shares with Madison Stout tips on thorough toothbrushing ... ... and proper flossing technique.

A student checks the impression she made of a student-athlete’s upper teeth and palate, which she’ll use to create a plaster mold. Student Melissa K. Stabley, of Williamsport, watches as Erica L. Houck, of Wrightsville, separates a plaster mold from its impression. A mouthguard will be formed around the plaster mold.

A dedicated group of exercise science students at Penn College is showcasing its flexibility, strength and creativity, thanks to an Instagram account. The students' moves and poses, a combination of acroyoga and calisthenics, have proved to be quite popular and inspiring – as seen in this YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chG901wUYbU

Demonstrating its desire to help keep the community healthy, the Student Nurses’ Association at Pennsylvania College of Technology recently led a hat, glove and scarf drive to benefit clients of The New Love Center in Jersey Shore. The center provides weekday lunches, a food pantry and other services in the Jersey Shore area.

Participating SNA members (clockwise from rear left) are Kasandra L. Smoyer, of Spring Mills; Chad R. Guiswite, of Loganton; Rene Ramirez, of Jersey Shore; and Kimberly A. Lindsey, of Milton. Giveaways share the wellness message. An attentive Lindsey engages her patient ... ... as nursing majors provide "on the cuff" answers.

Enrolling in the exercise science major at Penn College proved to be the right prescription for Zachary N. Austin, who sought to develop skills he could use to help people. Officially recognized by the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the two-year major prepares graduates for a variety of rewarding careers and enhances their academic preparation for advanced degrees.

Lynn Eckrote has been named director of the Physician Assistant Program at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Eckrote, who had served as a clinical director before being named interim director of the program, began her employment at Penn College in 2014.