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Twenty students enrolled in various majors within Pennsylvania College of Technology's School of Natural Resources Management have picked up crucial support from Caterpillar. "Students who receive a sponsorship by Caterpillar benefit in multiple ways not just financially," said Mary A. Sullivan, dean of natural resources management.

Forest technology major Anthony J. Tettis, profiled on PCToday in February, fell short in his quest for the 2008 U.S. Olympic Boxing Team. But the Ridgway resident is justifiably proud of lasting so long on the tryout road, a committed year-and-a-half journey that endedat last month's final qualifying event in Houston.

The September issue of Avionics News includes mention of two Penn College aviation maintenance technology majors in the "Theory & Practice" column contributed by Thomas D. Inman, associate professor of avionics. Seniors Gregory B. Gilliland, of Franklin, and Winfield H. Mapes, of Lancaster, were quoted about the importance of information literacy for the aviation technician.

Pennsylvania College of Technology students will set up a food station at the Williamsport Growers Market on Saturday, Sept. 8, where they will use the participating growers' products to create a wide variety of sample dishes for the public. Fourteen students, all enrolled in a Catering course taught by Chef Michael J.

A construction management student at Pennsylvania College of Technology has been awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the Trimmer Education Foundation, the educational affiliate of the Associated Builders and Contractors. Ryan P.

Fresh from aiding television coverage of the Little League Baseball World Series, the Goodyear Blimp was opened to students at the Lumley Aviation Center including thesemembers ofWilliam P. "Scott" Welch's AVC181 (Engine Electrical) class. Students were treated to a close-up look at the Spirit of Goodyear and talked with the crew about following the iconic airship around the country.

In an effort to provide more timely service and better meet students' needs, the Tutoring Center has established a new English tutoring policy for the new academic year. Beginning immediately, English tutors will limit their sessions to one hour per day.

Academic Support Services offers Supplemental Instruction for students in the following courses: BIO115 − Human Anatomy and Physiology (with SI Leader Jessica Miller) Monday; 9-10 a.m.; LEC, RoomA142 Tuesday; 2-3:30 p.m.; LEC, RoomA112 Wednesday; Noon-1 p.m.; LEC, RoomA142 (Aug. 27-Oct.

(Summer 2007 Dean's List) Pennsylvania College of Technology has announced its list of graduates for the Summer 2007 semester: Scott Edward Ackerman, Orefield, Associate of Applied Science, Paramedic TechnologyDebora J. Applegate, Montgomery, Associate of Applied Science, Surgical TechnologyPaul R.

The dean's list for the Summer 2007 semester at Pennsylvania College of Technology has been announced: Timothy J. Adams, Warrington, Bachelor of Science, Automotive Technology ManagementSantiea E. Akus, Montgomery, Bachelor of Science, Pre-Physician AssistantMohammed Al Mohammadi, Houston, Texas, Associate of Applied Science, Pre-Emergency Medical ServicesJennifer M.