Pennsylvania College of Technology's Board of Directors has approved an Operating Budget of $67.48 million for 2003-04, reflecting an expected 5-percent reduction in the College's state appropriation and projected enrollment growth of more than 5 percent. The Operating Budget of $67,482,471 represents an 8.5-percent increase over the current year.
Penn College Board of Directors Approves 2003-04 Budget/Fees Published 07.18.2003 News Home Page contents Pennsylvania College of Technology's Board of Directors has approved an Operating Budget of $67.48 million for 2003-04, reflecting an expected 5-percent reduction in the College's state appropriation and projected enrollment growth of more than 5 percent. The Operating Budget of $67,482,471 represents an 8.5-percent increase over the current year. The tuition rate for in-state students will rise by 5.8 …

By Mindy Johnston College Information & Community Relations Intern Pennsylvania College of Technology's School of Transportation Technology acquired four donated vehicles recently that will be used for instructional and transportation purposes. Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc. is donating a 2003 Camry LE and a 2003 Corolla.
College Receives Donated Vehicles from Three Automakers Published 07.17.2003 News Home Page contents By Mindy Johnston College Information & Community Relations Intern Pennsylvania College of Technology's School of Transportation Technology acquired four donated vehicles recently that will be used for instructional and transportation purposes. Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc. is donating a 2003 Camry LE and a 2003 Corolla. The College also will receive a Dodge 1500 truck from DaimlerChrysler and a 2003 …

Pennsylvania College of Technology and Caterpillar Inc. presented the first "Pathfinder to Excellence Faculty Award" recently to a faculty member at the College. Kenneth C. Kuhns, assistant professor of electrical technology/occupations, received the award during an advisory board meeting at the College.
College, Caterpillar Present First 'Pathfinder to Excellence' Award Published 07.16.2003 News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Pennsylvania College of Technology and Caterpillar Inc. presented the first "Pathfinder to Excellence Faculty Award" recently to a faculty member at the College. Kenneth C. Kuhns, assistant professor of electrical technology/occupations, received the award during an advisory board meeting at the College. The honor, which is expected to be awarded annually, is given in recognition …

By Mindy Johnston College Information & Community Relations Intern Eight students from Pennsylvania College of Technology will travel to W'rg, Germany, for a semester-long exchange program this fall. W'rg, a town of 127,000 in Northcentral Bavaria, is about 2 1/2 hours from Munich by train. The students will attend the W'rg University of Applied Sciences, a technical college.
Penn College Students to Study in Germany for Fall Semester Published 07.02.2003 News Student News Home Page contents By Mindy Johnston College Information & Community Relations Intern Eight students from Pennsylvania College of Technology will travel to W'rg, Germany, for a semester-long exchange program this fall. W'rg, a town of 127,000 in Northcentral Bavaria, is about 2 1/2 hours from Munich by train. The students will attend the W'rg University of Applied Sciences, a technical college. Approximately …

By Mindy Johnston College Information & Community Relations Intern The maxim "like father, like son" rang true recently at Pennsylvania College of Technology, when a father and son from Milton Michael L. and Matthew L. Byers both received bachelor's degrees in Graphic Design on the same day.
Milton-Area Father, Son Graduate on Same Day From Same Program Published 06.30.2003 News Student News Home Page contents By Mindy Johnston College Information & Community Relations Intern The maxim "like father, like son" rang true recently at Pennsylvania College of Technology, when a father and son from Milton Michael L. and Matthew L. Byers both received bachelor's degrees in Graphic Design on the same day. Matthew, 23, decided to enroll at Penn College in 1998, becoming a Presidential Scholar and …

Two Pennsylvania College of Technology competitors took home second-place medals in the national SkillsUSA Championships held recently in Kansas City, Mo. The SkillsUSA Championships showcase the best career and technical students in the nation, with more than 4,000 participants competing in 75 separate events. The silver medalists for Penn College and their competition categories are: Joshua W.
Students Earn Silver Medals at SkillsUSA Championships Published 06.30.2003 News Student News Home Page contents Two Pennsylvania College of Technology competitors took home second-place medals in the national SkillsUSA Championships held recently in Kansas City, Mo. The SkillsUSA Championships showcase the best career and technical students in the nation, with more than 4,000 participants competing in 75 separate events. The silver medalists for Penn College and their competition categories are: Joshua W. …

Students at Pennsylvania College of Technology soon will be able to use their student identification cards to pay for purchases at dining units, the College Store, vending machines and laundry rooms on campus, as well as commercial restaurants nearby.
Penn College to Be 'Cashless Campus' Under 'Wildcat Plus Plan' Published 06.26.2003 News Dining Services Student News Home Page contents Students at Pennsylvania College of Technology soon will be able to use their student identification cards to pay for purchases at dining units, the College Store, vending machines and laundry rooms on campus, as well as commercial restaurants nearby. With a "Wildcat Plus Plan" activated on their Wildcat ID cards, students even will be able to pay for parking fines issued …

These days, popular culture in Japan is not what you might imagine. Get a glimpse of popular Japanese music, fashion, decorations and more when the Pennsylvania College of Technology Library presents "Japanese Pop Culture" on Tuesday, July 15. Dr. Joseph E. LeBlanc, instructor of physics, will present the program, which will run from noon to 1 p.m. Dr.
Japanese Pop Culture to Be Examined in College Library Program Published 06.19.2003 News Home Page contents These days, popular culture in Japan is not what you might imagine. Get a glimpse of popular Japanese music, fashion, decorations and more when the Pennsylvania College of Technology Library presents "Japanese Pop Culture" on Tuesday, July 15. Dr. Joseph E. LeBlanc, instructor of physics, will present the program, which will run from noon to 1 p.m. Dr. LeBlanc will share his experiences regarding …

The most historic building on the Pennsylvania College of Technology campus the Klump Academic Center soon will receive an exterior facelift and extensive interior renovations that will expand available classroom and instructional space.
College Set to Begin Renovations at Klump Academic Center Published 06.19.2003 News Home Page contents The most historic building on the Pennsylvania College of Technology campus the Klump Academic Center soon will receive an exterior facelift and extensive interior renovations that will expand available classroom and instructional space. Built in 1913 as the Williamsport High School, the facility housed the area's first adult vocational-training programs, which became the basis for the founding of …

Twelve students enrolled for the Fall 2003 semester at Pennsylvania College of Technology have been honored as "Presidential Scholars" for academic excellence and service to their schools and communities. In addition, three adults who are returning to the classroom have been selected as "Penn College Scholars" for their achievements.
Presidential Scholars, Penn College Scholars Selected for 2003-04 Published 06.16.2003 News Student News Home Page contents Twelve students enrolled for the Fall 2003 semester at Pennsylvania College of Technology have been honored as "Presidential Scholars" for academic excellence and service to their schools and communities. In addition, three adults who are returning to the classroom have been selected as "Penn College Scholars" for their achievements. The Presidential Scholars are among the top …