A collaboration between academic departments at Pennsylvania College of Technology is “molding” a unique opportunity for polymer engineering technology students. In the seventh-semester class Building Molds & Dies, students swap three hours a week in their plastics labs for hands-on work in the Larry A. Ward Machining Technologies Center.
Interdepartmental synergy ‘molds’ opportunity for students Published 04.03.2024 Photos courtesy of Matthew A. Nace, adjunct instructor and alumnus News Students Polymer Engineering Automated Manufacturing & Machining Engineering Technologies Faculty & Staff Home Page contents A collaboration between academic departments at Pennsylvania College of Technology is “molding” a unique opportunity for polymer engineering technology students. In the seventh-semester class Building Molds & Dies, students swap three …
On Tuesday, 12 students and two faculty from Northern Ireland’s North West Regional College spent their first full day on Pennsylvania College of Technology’s campus getting a glimpse of the labs and social spaces they will call “home” for the next two weeks.
Northern Ireland college group engages in cultural exchange Published 04.02.2024 Photos by Cindy D. Meixel, writer/editor-Penn College News (unless otherwise noted) News Global Experiences Engineering Technologies Information Technology Faculty & Staff Home Page contents The 14 representatives of North West Regional College pose for a group photo prior to their departure from Northern Ireland. They will spend nearly two weeks in Williamsport, engaged at Pennsylvania College of Technology and in the …
Local Girl Scout Troop 62019 demonstrated kindness recently by donating items to The Cupboard, Penn College’s food pantry supporting students experiencing food insecurity. With 2024 marking 40 years of the Girl Scouts’ “Daisy” level (grades K-1), the troop’s “Daisies” had the goal of collecting 40 items for The Cupboard. The girls and their families ending up gathering 70 items.
Daisy do-gooders stock college Cupboard Published 04.02.2024 Photos courtesy of Alicia C. Dobbs, troop leader and Children's Learning Center staff News Students Community Home Page contents Delivering their donations to one of the "mini-cupboards" on campus are these members of local Girl Scout Troop 62019. The Cupboard supports Penn College students experiencing food insecurity. Local Girl Scout Troop 62019 demonstrated kindness recently by donating items to The Cupboard , Penn College’s food pantry …
The 10th anniversary of the Wildcat Egg Hunt enjoyed an egg-static reception from about 200 eager egg hunters and their adoring fans. The Student Veteran Organization dotted Penn College lawns with nearly 3,800 eggs, and the youngsters came a-runnin’!
Wildcat Egg Hunt rolls into 10th year Published 04.02.2024 Photos provided by Chet Beaver, assistant director of student advocacy for veterans/military, and nursing student Cadence J. Copson, who serves in the Army National Guard News Campus Events Clubs & Organizations Faculty & Staff Students Home Page contents A mad scramble! The 10th anniversary of the Wildcat Egg Hunt enjoyed an egg-static reception from about 200 eager egg hunters and their adoring fans. The Student Veteran Organization dotted Penn …
Sixty-six nursing and dental hygiene students took part in a “poverty simulation,” designed to put them in the shoes of families trying to meet obligations on a low income. “You never know what someone else is going through,” many students noted.
Nursing, dental students gain patient insights via poverty simulation Published 04.01.2024 Photos by Jennifer Cline, writer/magazine editor News Nursing Dental Hygiene Nursing & Health Sciences Students Faculty & Staff Community Home Page contents “The Chen family” discusses their options. From left: Alexia Seyler, dental hygiene; KyLeigh L. Alexander, dental hygiene; Temitope Olanrewaju, nursing LPN-RN; and Abby Keister, nursing. Sixty-six nursing and dental hygiene students took part in a “poverty …
Hosting Penn State Harrisburg in its United East opener on Wednesday, Penn College Softball won the opener 5-4 in dramatic fashion and took the second 3-1. Hosting Cairn University in a twin bill on Tuesday, Penn College Baseball split, losing the first game 6-4 and winning the second 13-5.
Spring season in full swing for Athletics Published 04.01.2024 News Athletics Wildcat Athletics Students Home Page contents SOFTBALL Hosting Penn State Harrisburg in its United East opener on Wednesday, the Wildcats won the opener 5-4 in dramatic fashion and took the second 3-1. In the first game, Penn College pitcher Mackenzie Weaver of Montoursville closed out the top of the seventh inning after Harrisburg had scored twice to take a 4-2 lead by recording her 12th strikeout of the day and the 333rd of her …
The first Wildcat Forum, devised and led by business administration students in an Event Management & Coordination class, brought messages of inspiration to those in attendance at the Klump Academic Center. Five brief talks, provided by alumni and employees, explored “What is Success?” from each speaker’s unique perspective and experience.
Wildcat Forum speakers talk success Published 03.29.2024 Photos by Jennifer A. Cline, writer/magazine editor News Accounting & Business Administration Business, Arts & Sciences Students Alumni News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Speakers for the first Wildcat Forum, from left: Tammy M. Rich, assocate professor of business administration/management/event management; Stephanie Suzadail '14; Nate Woods Jr., special assistant to the president for inclusion transformation; and Danielle Maleski '23. Frank …
Work continues at Penn College’s Heavy Construction Equipment Operations Site in advance of Baja SAE Williamsport. Some independent-study students and members of the Service Technicians & Operators’ Association have been busy at the Brady Township location, working on essential elements for the competition, scheduled for May 16-19.
Prep continues for international Baja competition Published 03.29.2024 Photos by Tom Speicher, writer/video producer News Baja SAE Baja SAE Competition Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation Automated Manufacturing & Machining Engineering Technologies Corporate Tomorrow Makers Home Page contents A Penn College student begins moving earth for Baja SAE Williamsport's eventual hill climb course. Work continues at Penn College’s Heavy Construction Equipment Operations Site in advance of Baja SAE …
Celebrating the positive impact being made in people’s lives, an open house was held Wednesday at Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Clean Energy Center site in Harrisburg. The center is equipping individuals with the skills necessary to weatherize the homes of others, thus reducing energy bills, while at the same time, addressing health and safety issues such as mold, lead paint and carbon monoxide. It is an undertaking with immeasurable benefits for communities.
Clean Energy Center's Harrisburg lab holds open house Published 03.28.2024 Photos by Cindy D. Meixel, writer/editor-Penn College News News Workforce Development Clean Energy Center News Clean Energy Industry Connections Community Connections Home Page contents An open house was held on Wednesday at Penn College's Clean Energy Center lab in Harrisburg. The 10,000-square-foot-facility is the most recent addition to the Clean Energy Center's training sites, equipping individuals with the skills necessary to …
Jump right into “Real-World Ready,” the latest episode in Penn College’s Tomorrow Makers podcast series. From jumping out of an airplane to jumping into emergency response, the podcast hosts run the gamut in this lively conversation with Will Schlosser, emergency management and homeland security instructor. Just as fascinating as this unique career field are Will’s background and range of experiences, which have honed his adaptability and flexibility.
'Real-World Ready' Published 03.28.2024 News Faculty & Staff Emergency Management & Homeland Security School of Business, Arts & Sciences News Community Community Involvement On the Podcast Home Page contents Jump right into “ Real-World Ready ,” the latest episode in Penn College’s Tomorrow Makers podcast series. From jumping out of an airplane to jumping into emergency response, the podcast hosts run the gamut in this lively conversation with Will Schlosser, emergency management and homeland security …