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Investing in Scholarships
Jay Patel
The immersive labs, the hearing support services he receives, and the scholarship dollars that fund his passion are just a few of the many reasons Jay's loving life at Penn College.
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Terry Messer
A Pillar Society member with a deep passion for education and the opportunities it creates, Terry is empowering future generations. He contributes to the John J. Messer Memorial Scholarship in memory of his son.
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Lizeth Reyes-Becerra
Known for her strong work ethic and leadership skills, Lizeth seizes every opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
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Generous donors establish 20 new scholarships
In 2022-23, Pennsylvania College of Technology and the Penn College Foundation awarded donor-funded scholarships to 573 students, totaling $1,292,901.
Grads headline Visiting Chef Dinner to benefit scholarships
Alumni chefs Kristina Wisneski, ’13, culinary arts & systems, and Alisha (Howell) Summa, ’12, baking & pastry arts, returned to their roots for the reemergence of the Visiting Chef Dinner.
Golf Classic raises nearly $105,000 for scholarships
The 37th Annual Penn College Foundation Golf Classic, featuring eight-time PGA Tour and nine-time PGA Tour Champions winner Fred Funk, raised $104,215 for student scholarships.
Investing in Equipment & Facilities
Allan Myers Field Site
College dedicates ‘Baja Room’ for successful team
A new dedicated space for Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Baja SAE team befits its recent accomplishments in international competitions.
Science faculty establish brewing research lab
A lot of science goes into a can or glass of beer, and the newly established Penn College Brewing & Fermentation Research Lab at Bald Birds Brewing Co. in Jersey Shore is intent on investigating all of the components that impact taste, from production to distribution to storage.
Physician Assistant Center renovations accompany new stand-alone master’s
Throughout the Physician Assistant Center, updates provide equipment and spaces that mirror the scenarios students will encounter in the clinical rotations they complete during their final year of study. New spaces include a Family Medicine Lab, a Women’s Health Lab and an Emergency Medicine Lab.
Donated satellite units expand campus food pantry’s reach
Six self-service units, satellites of The Cupboard food pantry at Pennsylvania College of Technology, are helping to alleviate students' food insecurity. The stand-alone stations – at a variety of convenient locations – were funded by Frank G. Pellegrino, a friend of Penn College and a board member at the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.
Investing in meaningful experiences: Academics & Affinity
Wildcat Athletics
Madison Herriman
As a nursing student and an outfielder for the Wildcat softball team, Madison is taking in the full college experience.
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Colten Hajicek
After a teammate went into cardiac arrest on the lacrosse field, Colten knew he wanted a career that would allow him to care for those in need. At Penn College, he found like-minded leaders committed to transforming tomorrow.
Meet Colten
Stephanie Hajicek
Sending her son to college across the country wasn't easy. But Stephanie had peace of mind knowing Penn College was the perfect fit.
Meet Stephanie
Women’s Soccer
The Penn College women's soccer team earned the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the sixth time since 2014.
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Students
Construction management students place fourth nationally
A complement of Penn College students traveled to Kissimmee, Florida, for the 2023 Student Chapter Construction Management Competition, placing fourth overall after diligently persevering through three rounds of toil and scrutiny.
Students
Horticulture students compete in national arena
Eight Penn College students were among 529 entrants from across the country who took part in the National Collegiate Landscape Competition, held March 15-18 at Mississippi State University.
Students
Dental hygiene students provide care in hard-to-reach areas
Students in the dental hygiene program recently traveled to five remote villages in the Dominican Republic, where they provided oral-care services that are not usually easy to access.
Students
Baking & culinary students play vital role at the Kentucky Derby
Nearly two dozen Penn College business and hospitality students made their mark at the 149th running of the storied Kentucky Derby in early May. For the past 30 years, Penn College has been part of that story.
Workforce
Apprenticeships help already-employed workers to advance their skills
The state Senate Majority Policy Committee held a hearing in May at Penn College, exploring workforce challenges in rural counties. Penn College representatives testified about the career pathways the college creates - including industry-aligned degrees and seven apprenticeships for the incumbent workforce.
Community
‘Centerpiece of community’ applauded on 30th anniversary
In its 30th season, the Penn College Community Arts Center continues to provide a home for performing arts.
Rankings
Penn College earns ‘Best Colleges’ recognition
Pennsylvania College of Technology earned multiple high rankings – including two No. 1 positions – in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Colleges rankings.
NATIONAL RECOGNITION
Pennsylvania College of Technology ranks among the best colleges in the U.S.:
| #1 | in Most Innovative Schools |
| #1 | in Best Undergraduate Teaching (tie) |
| #2 | in Best Colleges for Veterans |
| #4 | in Top Public Schools |
| #6 | in Regional Colleges North |
Donors
Thank you for investing in tomorrow makers
We extend sincere appreciation to alumni, corporate partners, friends, parents and students for their generous contributions to the educational opportunities and successes of Penn College students. Your commitment empowers students to pursue an applied technology education – one that leads to success in the global marketplace.
Our Thanks to You
Your investment develops young leaders for their chosen fields, positively influencing and giving strength to local and global societies.
1914 Society
We celebrate individual donors who make annual gifts of $1,000 or more to support Pennsylvania College of Technology students as they work to turn their dreams into reality.
Pillar Society
We recognize individuals who demonstrate their commitment to Penn College by naming the College or the Penn College Foundation as beneficiary of a planned gift.
Donor Wall
We celebrate the generosity of alumni, corporate partners, friends, and employees whose cumulative giving has made a lasting impression on our campus.
One Community
When you have a community with a shared vision, anything is possible. Here, we honor and memorialize the many individuals who helped make the Penn College experience a reality.