Courtesy of a generous donation from Larry A. Ward, an engineering drafting technology alumnus, the Machining Technologies Lab will receive all new equipment, paint, lighting and fixtures. Ward’s leadership gift will be permanently recognized, with the Machining Technologies Center being renamed in his honor.
Student competition seeks design concepts for renamed campus facility Published 11.26.2019 News Engineering & Industrial Design Technology Alumni News Corporate Relations Student News Automated Manufacturing & Machining Industrial, Computing & Engineering Technologies News Home Page contents Courtesy of a generous donation from Larry A. Ward, an engineering drafting technology alumnus, the Machining Technologies Lab will receive all new equipment, paint, lighting and fixtures. Ward’s leadership gift will …

On a team-building mission, the group moves along the historic watershed trails. Stopping amid landmarks of the past are front row (from left): Veronica J. Rayer, of Woodlyn, and Tatiana M. Hinaman, of Jersey Shore. Back row (from left): Caitlin C. Brubaker, of Ohiopyle; Madison L. Gift, of Waynesboro; Kerschner; Karen I. Palko, of Northumberland; Kierstan M. Heizman, of Lititz; Juvy A.
Pulling together, on a woodland trail Published 11.26.2019 News Nursing & Health Sciences Student News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Volunteer outreach by faculty member D. Robert Cooley – a five-part trial orientation to strengthen bonds between Penn College classmates and cohesiveness within academic programs – met with rave reviews by the student participants who requested the activity. Cooley, associate professor of anthropology/environmental science, recently accompanied nine occupational therapy …

A member of Pennsylvania College of Technology’s nursing faculty received this year’s doctoral scholarship from the Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania. Christine B. Kavanagh, assistant professor of nursing, is pursuing a doctor of nursing practice from Robert Morris University.
Nursing faculty member receives Nightingale Award Scholarship Published 11.25.2019 News Nursing & Health Sciences Nursing Faculty & Staff Home Page contents A member of Pennsylvania College of Technology’s nursing faculty received this year’s doctoral scholarship from the Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania. Christine B. Kavanagh, assistant professor of nursing, is pursuing a doctor of nursing practice from Robert Morris University. She was selected based on professional leadership, academic achievement, …

Self-identifying with specific words and personality traits, students move among workstations to dish the dirt about leadership posts. Resident Assistant Joey M. Morrin organized a "Weed 'em Out" event this past week at Dauphin Hall, aimed at convincing underclassmen in first-year housing to apply for student leadership positions on campus.
Leadership opportunities sprout from RA's fertile mind Published 11.25.2019 News Student News Home Page contents Resident Assistant Joey M. Morrin organized a "Weed 'em Out" event this past week at Dauphin Hall, aimed at convincing underclassmen in first-year housing to apply for student leadership positions on campus. "The idea of the program was simple," explained Morrin, who designed and planned the activity as part of his monthly RA program requirements. "A table full of succulents was labeled with …

Read the 2018-19 Impact Report www.pct.edu/impactreport In 2018, a record number of employers indicated that finding qualified employees is the single most important issue affecting their companies. Addressing skills gaps is in Penn College’s DNA. “The workforce needs Penn College,” says President Davie Jane Gilmour.
Who will lead the workforce of tomorrow? 2018-19 Impact Report Published 11.25.2019 News Real World Ready Home Page contents In 2018, a record number of employers indicated that finding qualified employees is the single most important issue affecting their companies. Addressing skills gaps is in Penn College’s DNA. “The workforce needs Penn College,” says President Davie Jane Gilmour. “And we deliver.” Learn how Penn College and its partners are preparing tomorrow’s workforce leaders – and fostering …

Student Development Assistants from the office of Institutional Advancement engaged the campus community in various “give thanks” initiatives throughout the month of November.  They teamed up with Dining Services encouraging peers to “paw” it forward at various campus eateries by donating their flex or declining meal-plan dollars, all in support of The Cupboard and the battle against hunger.
Student Development Assistants encourage peers to ‘give thanks' Published 11.24.2019 News Dining Services Student News Faculty & Staff The Gallery at Penn College Home Page contents Student Development Assistants from the office of Institutional Advancement engaged the campus community in various “give thanks” initiatives throughout the month of November.  They teamed up with Dining Services encouraging peers to “paw” it forward at various campus eateries by donating their flex or declining meal-plan …

Competing Sunday in the consolation game of the Susquehanna Trailways Tip-Off Tournament at Susquehanna University, the Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team snapped a two-season, 19-game losing streak with a 66-63 win over York (N.Y.) College. Women’s basketball In a first-round tournament game Saturday, Penn College battled tough against College of St.
Penn College women snap long loss streak Published 11.24.2019 News Athletics Wildcat Weekly Home Page contents Competing Sunday in the consolation game of the Susquehanna Trailways Tip-Off Tournament at Susquehanna University, the Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team snapped a two-season, 19-game losing streak with a 66-63 win over York (N.Y.) College. Women’s basketball In a first-round tournament game Saturday, Penn College battled tough against College of St. Elizabeth, knotting …

PCToday continues its regular feature: welcoming new full-time and regular part-time Pennsylvania College of Technology employees, as reported by the Human Resources Office. David J. Podgorney, full-time Police Officer, Penn College Police; effective Nov. 25 Corey A. Bishop, full-time Student Engagement Assistant, beginning Nov. 25 John C.
Penn College welcomes new employees Published 11.24.2019 News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents PCToday continues its regular feature: welcoming new full-time and regular part-time Pennsylvania College of Technology employees, as reported by the Human Resources Office. David J. Podgorney , full-time Police Officer, Penn College Police; effective Nov. 25 Corey A. Bishop , full-time Student Engagement Assistant, beginning Nov. 25 John C. Hughes , regular part-time Dining Services Worker III, starting Nov. …

A pair of traditional events helped kick off the holidays Thursday: a festival of Fall Family Fun at the Dunham Children's Learning Center and Penn College’s annual free Thanksgiving dinner. Parents and grandparents attended the center's celebration, held each fall in joyful appreciation as the semester draws to an close.
Gratitude: It's what's for dinner Published 11.23.2019 News Dining Services Events Student News Faculty & Staff The Gallery at Penn College Home Page contents A pair of traditional events helped kick off the holidays Thursday: a festival of Fall Family Fun at the Dunham Children's Learning Center and Penn College’s annual free Thanksgiving dinner. Parents and grandparents attended the center's celebration, held each fall in joyful appreciation as the semester draws to an close. A short distance away in the …

Student Wildcats of Robotic Design recently hosted its Fall Fights 2019, attracting 51 combat robots – fashioned from a variety of materials, both by students and the general public – for daylong competition in the Field House.
Rough-and-tumble robots clash as popular event returns Published 11.22.2019 News Events Student News The Gallery at Penn College Home Page contents Student Wildcats of Robotic Design recently hosted its Fall Fights 2019, attracting 51 combat robots – fashioned from a variety of materials, both by students and the general public – for daylong competition in the Field House. The top three finishers for each weight class and the names of their robots: Antweight First − Nate Franklin, “Slim Pickens” Second − …