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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.

Pennsylvania College of Technology’s School of Construction & Design Technologies is celebrating Women in Construction Week, with multiple activities planned to highlight the women enrolled in construction-related majors at Penn College.

A good-natured Marc E. Bridgens takes a pie from Ian E. Gardepe, an engineering CAD technology student from Hawley ... ... and a second helping from Stephanie C. Myers, a culinary arts and system major from Catawissa. Two students from Penn College Benefiting THON fired the final shots of the "Penny Wars" on Thursday, launching pies at Marc E.

The College Store will discontinue its Wildcat Rewards Loyalty Program effective May 31.  The store will offer more storewide promotions and other sales so that more students have the opportunity to save money on purchases. “The program has been popular with some students, but most students never trade in their points for College Store gift cards," said Matt Branca, director of The College Store.

A sweet hat for a serious craftsman. Hosts and judges are joined by postsecondary students ... ... and competitors from regional high schools. Vying to be among the day's top welders The annual American Welding Society Section 105 welding contest, a competition for both high school and postsecondary students, was held last week in Penn College's Avco Metal Trades Center.

Pennsylvania College of Technology students left a trail of success at a recent high-profile  “hacker” convention. The Penn College contingent excelled at ShmooCon 2016. The annual event in Washington, D.C., brings together 1,500 students and professionals from the cybersecurity community to showcase inventive technology, discuss information security issues, network and test their skills.

Anthony J. DiBucci Anthony J. DiBucci, of Pittsburgh, enrolled in building construction technology: masonry emphasis major, wrote the initial article for a new Masonry Design Blog feature. Headlined "How I Work," DiBucci shares a glimpse into a typical day at Penn College and a reverent perspective on his meticulous craft of choice.

Honorees were presented with totes denoting their "awesome" status. Keynoter Jennifer D. Wilson offers inspiration. Presenting the honors are Kimberly R. Cassel (at podium), director of student activities, and Allison A. Bressler, assistant director of student activities for programming and Greek life. The Awesome Women Exemplars in attendance gather for a group photo at the end of the evening.

The victors are joined by coach Allie Kennell, whose career record goes to 1-0. Chris Howard prepares an inbound play. Student MVP Jeremy Rall shows off his plaque ... ... and puts on his "game face" with teammates. The staff/faculty team was ready for revenge at Monday night's basketball rematch against a student squad.

Pennsylvania College of Technology junior Jordan A. Courter and senior LaQuinn N. Thompson were recognized as the institution’s top scholar-athletes at the First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania Winning Combination event held Thursday at Lycoming College. From left: Penn College Director of Athletics Scott E.