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A Fall Fest, held Saturday under blue skies over Rose Street Commons, helped usher in the brand-new month with ample opportunity for seasonal celebration. – Photos by Tim Wegman, student photographer    

Engineering design technology and engineering CAD technology majors in multiple sections of Technical Drawing I and Detailing I classes (CCD 103-104) recently participated in the sixth annual virtual pumpkin-carving contest. Engineering design technology faculty – Katherine A. Walker, assistant professor, and instructors Craig A. Miller and Shane A.

This 2015 exhibit blending medical technology and fiber art, titled “A View Within,” is just one example of the gallery’s displays correlating to Penn College’s array of majors from radiography to automotive technology. The Gallery at Penn College, a resource for students and a cultural asset to the college and surrounding communities, is spotlighted in Penn State's "Hidden Gems" series.

There’s still time to sign up for the 2019 Community Challenge, featuring 5K, 10K and half-marathon trail races set for Saturday, Nov. 9. The event raises funds for the Salvation Army of Williamsport, which assists about 400 area families each month. Runners, hikers and walkers are encouraged to sign up by 11:59 a.m.

“I think the natural beauty in our area is distinctive to the college,” said Thomas E. Ask, professor of industrial design. For “at least 12 years,” Ask has taken his Penn College students (and some of their friends) on optional excursions to explore that beauty, namely at Rock Run.

Students in Pennsylvania College of Technology’s diesel equipment technology program have invaluable laboratory access to a time-tested road warrior: a 2006 Volvo VNL single-axle tractor, donated after its retirement from UPS Freight fleet service. “UPS is a valued partner of Penn College and our students.

Pictured in front of pink chrysanthemums at Longwood Gardens are (from left) students Courtney M. Wilcox, of Troy; Jessica M. Duke, of Allentown; Robert J. Williamson, of Fort Washington; and Alexis B. Hassinger, of Bellefonte. Garris visits her alma mater's Schneebeli Earth Science Center. Against a backdrop of yellow mums are (from left) students Joseph N.

Campus neighborhoods were alive with the shrieking, giggling sounds of Halloween again this season, as a crowded slate of activities helped Penn College students, employees and friends toll the witching hour.

Students document their visit to a regional powerhouse. Students' potential future looms large around them The class is afforded rare access to the inner workings. An informative plant tour moves outside.

Educational "know your pour" activity takes aim at risky, reckless drinking. Friends gather in CC Commons, where food was plentiful and TVs broadcast a pigskin smorgasbord. And speaking of food ... ... Dining Services delivered the goods, per usual.