Class Notes shares the achievements and milestones of alumni of Pennsylvania College of Technology and its predecessors, Williamsport Area Community College and Williamsport Technical Institute. Share your story.
Joshua Bonner, 2014
web design and multimedia
Joshua is assistant vice president and chief marketing officer for Mount St. Mary's University. He received an Outstanding Merit Award from the university in 2019. He resides in Gettysburg with his wife, Aurora (Di Rocco) '03, advertising art.
Anthony Heimbach, 2017
health arts: practical nursing
Anthony welcomed a son, Jaiden, in February 2024. They reside in Reading.
Alec Rivera, 2024
building science and sustainable design: architectural technology
Alec is an architectural designer for Muhlenberg Greene Architects. He resides in Temple.
Donald Reisch, 2021
building science & sustainable design: architectural technology
Donald is an architect for the Air Force Civilian Service. He resides in Mary Esther, Fla.
Sherly (Charles) Lubin, 2017
health arts: practical nursing
Sherly is a licensed practical nurse for Maxim Healthcare. She resides in Jacksonville, Fla.
Keith Holtzman, 1982
service and operation of heavy construction equipment
Keith is a solutions engineer architect for EOG Resources, involved in oil well construction and drilling. He resides in Edmond, Okla.
Frank Daugherty, 2012
electronics and computer engineering technology: robotics and automation emphasis
Frank is the program operations manager and parts and service manager for Farason Corp., a custom machine builder. He resides in Morgantown.
Ryan McCrickerd, 2023
aviation maintenance technology
Ryan is an aviation maintenance technician for GoJet Airlines, providing overnight maintenance. He resides in St. Charles, Mo.
Douglas Snedden, 1989
construction carpentry
Douglas is vice president of commercial operations for Innovative Building Solutions. A 26-year journeyman in the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, he was selected for recognition as one of the union's top 300 workers and honored at the Carpenters International Training Center in Las Vegas. He resides in Freedom.
McKenna Sitch, 2020
radiography
McKenna is a travel interventional technologist for Skyline Med Staff. She resides in Saxton.
Brandon West, 2006
automotive technology
Brandon owns All Wheels Driven. He buys, sells and mechanically reconditions used automobiles. He resides in Mansfield.
Michael Harris, 2009
welding and fabrication engineering technology
Michael is a corporate welding engineer for Bechtel. He resides in Dalton.
Clark Fuller, 2017
engineering design technology
Clark is a modeling and simulation lead for HopFlyt, which is working to develop next-generation electric and hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. He resides in Salisbury, Md.
Lena Marotto, 2024
dental hygiene
Lena is a clinic instructor for Luzerne County Community College. She resides in Bear Creek Township.
Adam Urbano, 2012
welding and fabrication engineering technology
Adam is a manufacturing process engineer for Blue Origin, a company developing reusable rockets for travel to space. He resides in Titusville, Fla.
Alycia Shaffer, 2024
business administration: management
Alycia is a program manager for Stellant Systems. She resides in South Williamsport.
Elexus Dunkleberger, 2024
nursing
Elexus is a registered nurse for Geisinger. She resides in Hughesville.
Jennifer Petrask, 2021
applied health studies
Jennifer is a protocol administrator for the American College of Radiology. She develops, revises and edits concepts and protocol documents, with input from physicians and research study teams for lung cancer clinical trials. She resides in Hummelstown.
James Leone, 1970
civil engineering technology
James is retired and resides in Lock Haven.
Alexia Kennedy, 2024
nursing
Alexia is a registered nurse for Geisinger. She resides in Williamsport.
Maximilian Pajak, 2024
heavy construction equipment technology: technician
Maximilian is a mechanic's assistant for Independence Excavating. He resides in Canonsburg.
Jason Rice, 2024
automotive technology
Jason is a diesel technician for Penske. A recipient of the Automotive Faculty Award at the college's December commencement, he was a member of the Penn College Motorsports Association and an officer in the Student Veterans Organization. He resides in Orefield.
Annie (Wolf) Steppe, 2015
human services
Annie is a family self-sufficiency coordinator for the Lycoming Housing Authority. She resides in Williamsport.
Jajuan Ramirez, 2024
business administration: marketing
Jajuan is a member service representative for Propell Credit Union. He resides in Kennett Square.
Morgan Olbrich, 2013
automotive technology (2009) and welding and fabrication engineering technology
Morgan and his wife, Jordan, welcomed their first child, a son, Jaxon Eric, at 2:21 a.m. on Oct. 24, 2024. They reside in Newport News, Va.
Benjamin King, 2014
culinary arts and systems
Benjamin is a sous chef for Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe. He resides in Winter Garden, Fla.
Richard Baus III, 2002
construction management
Richard is a construction specialist for Urban Engineers Inc. He plans to complete a Doctor of Education degree from Holy Family University in 2025. He resides in Levittown.
Victoria (Kostecki) King, 2014
baking and pastry arts
Victoria is a sous chef for Universal Orlando Resort's Universal Epic Universe theme park. She married Benjamin A. King '14, culinary arts and systems, on Oct. 1, 2023. They reside in Winter Garden, Fla. Victoria also holds a Penn College degree in applied management (2016).
Madison (Januchowski) Lewis, 2018
emergency management technology
Madison is a senior specialist buyer/planner for ConMed Corp. She resides in Montoursville.
Ryan Rex, 2001
HVAC technology
Ryan is a master plumber and owner of Rex & Sons Plumbing & Heating Inc. He is married with two children, and in 2023 he published his debut novel, "American Dysfunction: The Ballad of Alex Walker." His follow-up novel, "American Dysfunction: The Adventures of Scott," is set for release in spring 2025. "I call my stories blue collar novels," he said. "They're crime novels that dive slightly into magical realism." He resides in North Wales.