Physical Therapist Assistant Articles

Pennsylvania College of Technology will once again host a Pre-Health Plunge Program, set for Aug. 3 through 12. The 10-day residential opportunity, funded through a gift from AllOne Charities, is designed to help prepare students, at no cost, with foundational human anatomy and physiology content, introduce them to campus support services and provide opportunities to build rapport with a cohort of peers.

For the second year, Pennsylvania College of Technology physical therapist assistant students completed a successful service-learning project that gave them an opportunity to connect with local elementary schools.

Seven area schools recently brought 142 students to Penn College for a Dual Enrollment Visit Day, introducing individuals to the college’s School of Nursing & Health Sciences.

As part of Penn College's annual "Give Thanks, Paw It Forward" campaign, College Relations is amplifying the gratitude of students and alumni for their life-changing collegiate experiences. Throughout this week, Penn College News is sharing daily messages of thanks. Next up, Emily N. Dalawy, who completed her associate degree in physical therapist assistant in 2025, is thankful for the college’s new Physical Therapy Clinic.

Dr. Sheldon M. and Denise M. Schwartz, of Montoursville, have established the Schwartz Family Physical Therapy Clinic Fund, a limited duration fund to support the operations of Pennsylvania College of Technology’s recently opened Physical Therapy Clinic.

WNEP-TV’s Mackenzie Auker recently checked out Penn College’s new Physical Therapy Clinic, which will soon welcome its first patient.

Pennsylvania College of Technology hosted a dedication on Sept. 9 to celebrate the grand opening of a Physical Therapy Clinic on the second floor of the Breuder Advanced Technology & Health Sciences Center.

Pennsylvania College of Technology’s physical therapy assistant program recently celebrated its newest inductees into the Phi Tau Alpha Honor Society.

Pennsylvania College of Technology has presented student achievement awards to its Summer 2025 graduates. Commencement ceremonies were held Aug. 9 at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center, Williamsport. Penn College is a special mission affiliate of Penn State.

It’s been a busy “awards season” as Penn College closes out the 2024-25 academic year, and among the top traditions is the Student Leadership & Involvement Awards. Hosted by the Office of Student Engagement in the Thompson Professional Development Center, the recent gathering honored student leaders, their mentors and the student organizations who make a positive impact on campus and in the community.