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Kristi L. Hammaker (left background) and LaDonna J. Caldwell staff a "Kick Butts Day" table outside the Keystone Dining Room. Penn College students and employees were encouraged to stop smoking this week as the Healthy Wildcats, joined by the state Department of Health and Clinical Outcomes Group Inc., marked "Kick Butts Day" outside the Keystone Dining Room.

It's not at all unusual for employers to put their best face forward when recruiting students and alumni at Pennsylvania College of Technology's twice-yearly Career Fair. Vendors' booths typically feature knowledgeable personnel, attractive photos, colorful literature and expansive displays – along with an enticing assortment of swag – to spark interest in their respective companies.

It is time for the annual "Bridging the Gap" paper bridge competition, in which contestants are challenged to build a lightweight (yet weight-bearing) bridge solely from construction paper and glue.  Required for students in the Structural Principles architectural technology class, the contest is also open to all students and employees.

"I've lived it, I've been there," automotive alumnus Thomas C. Baloga told a Klump Academic Center audience as he shared advice late last month, returning to campus for the first time since his 1974 graduation from Williamsport Area Community College.

Before students leave campus for a weeklong Spring Break, a variety of helpful offices collaborated to provide tips on safety, sobriety and sanity during their time away from classes.

The sweet artistry of 11 Pennsylvania College of Technology students brought a touch of spring to campus Thursday: an annual cake competition sponsored by CalJava International. The students, all enrolled in an advanced cake-decorating course taught by Suzann L.

Lady Wildcats serve their community Seven members of the Penn College softball team, representing the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, recently participated in a community-service project at Christ Episcopal Church in Williamsport. The girls helped active church members with their monthly soup kitchen and assisted in food preparation, setup, serving and cleanup. From left are Katie L.

Katherine P. Wylezik, enrolled in the applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration, has been chosen as the Student of the Month at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Wylezik, of Bernville, serves as a Community Assistant for off-campus housing and has been a Residence Life Office clerk for more than three years.

Keynoter Kelsey A. Coppersmith, Class of 2012 Keepsake journals were provided to attendees. Guests move through the buffet line. Spring color accents the table. Student-athletes gather with coaches, family members. The eighth annual Women in Sports Day was held Sunday in Penn's Inn, hosting 65 current and prospective Penn College student-athletes, coaches and guests.

Pennsylvania College of Technology's annual "Happy Hour," which encourages students to make sound decisions during and after Spring Break, will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in Penn's Inn.