– Photos by Cindy Davis Meixel, writer/photo editor, and Tom Wilson, writer/editor-PCToday
![Kay E. Dunkleberger, coordinator of disability services, celebrates with Sarah L. Bensinger, of Shamokin, recipient of the Board of Directors' <br />
<br />
Award and a graduate in applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad5.jpg)
Kay E. Dunkleberger, coordinator of disability services, celebrates with Sarah L. Bensinger, of Shamokin, recipient of the Board of Directors'
Award and a graduate in applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration.
![Graduating students receive their marching orders, honors cords and Centennial pins from Katie M. Reed (center foreground), registrar office <br />
<br />
assistant, and Heather A. Swimley, assistant registrar.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad6.jpg)
Graduating students receive their marching orders, honors cords and Centennial pins from Katie M. Reed (center foreground), registrar office
assistant, and Heather A. Swimley, assistant registrar.
![While some students make 11th-hour wardrobe adjustments, others pass the time with photos.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad14.jpg)
While some students make 11th-hour wardrobe adjustments, others pass the time with photos.
![At a ceremony dominated by students from the School of Health Sciences, surgical technology seniors assemble for an unofficial class portrait.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad21.jpg)
At a ceremony dominated by students from the School of Health Sciences, surgical technology seniors assemble for an unofficial class portrait.
![Peggy A. Barbour, academic services specialist: placement testing, congratulates Jaclyn M. Cardini, of Mount Pocono, a longtime work-study student in her office and a new alumna in surgical technology.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad22.jpg)
Peggy A. Barbour, academic services specialist: placement testing, congratulates Jaclyn M. Cardini, of Mount Pocono, a longtime work-study student in her office and a new alumna in surgical technology.
![Nursing graduates display their camaraderie ...](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad25.jpg)
Nursing graduates display their camaraderie ...
![... and their handcrafted caps.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad26.jpg)
... and their handcrafted caps.
![Janae B. Rohrer (left), an occupational therapy assistant major from Manheim, and Kelly M. Daum, of Wysox, enrolled in applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration, bid farewell to their proud Penn College days.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad29.jpg)
Janae B. Rohrer (left), an occupational therapy assistant major from Manheim, and Kelly M. Daum, of Wysox, enrolled in applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration, bid farewell to their proud Penn College days.
![The cap of Zoie H. Cipriani, of Williamsport, declares the stick-to-it attitude that helped her earn an occupational therapy assistant's degree.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad30.jpg)
The cap of Zoie H. Cipriani, of Williamsport, declares the stick-to-it attitude that helped her earn an occupational therapy assistant's degree.
![Heavy construction equipment technology graduates populate a formidable island in a sea of mainly health-related majors.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad31.jpg)
Heavy construction equipment technology graduates populate a formidable island in a sea of mainly health-related majors.
![Graduating cousins: Rachelle N. Horning (left), of Milton, in legal assistant-paralegal studies, and Meghan C. Cunningham, of Williamsport, in individual studies.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad34.jpg)
Graduating cousins: Rachelle N. Horning (left), of Milton, in legal assistant-paralegal studies, and Meghan C. Cunningham, of Williamsport, in individual studies.
![Radiography grads prepare to burst into the workforce (after one important stop at the venue next-door).](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad35.jpg)
Radiography grads prepare to burst into the workforce (after one important stop at the venue next-door).
![A friendship formed in the challenges of nursing](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad36.jpg)
A friendship formed in the challenges of nursing
![Gathering for a large-scale selfie](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad38.jpg)
Gathering for a large-scale selfie
![Husband-and-wife grads Hana Ali Almuhathab, applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration, and Abduljabar Khamees Hamadeen, welding and fabrication engineering technology, international students living in South Williamsport, celebrate their joint accomplishment.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad40.jpg)
Husband-and-wife grads Hana Ali Almuhathab, applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration, and Abduljabar Khamees Hamadeen, welding and fabrication engineering technology, international students living in South Williamsport, celebrate their joint accomplishment.
![Smiles for a job well-done](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad41.jpg)
Smiles for a job well-done
![Registrar Denny L. Dunkleberger preps the crowd for its procession from The Genetti Hotel to the nearby Community Arts Center.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad42.jpg)
Registrar Denny L. Dunkleberger preps the crowd for its procession from The Genetti Hotel to the nearby Community Arts Center.
![A colorful parade along sunshiny West Fourth Street](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad48.jpg)
A colorful parade along sunshiny West Fourth Street
![Steven P. Johnson, a member of the college board of directors, talks with student speaker Kaitlin M. Savidge.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad52.jpg)
Steven P. Johnson, a member of the college board of directors, talks with student speaker Kaitlin M. Savidge.
![Students acknowledge their faculty supporters upon entry to the theater.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad58.jpg)
Students acknowledge their faculty supporters upon entry to the theater.
![A projection screen above the stage helps audience members enjoy the ceremony.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad71.jpg)
A projection screen above the stage helps audience members enjoy the ceremony.
![Members of the Cunningham family rise in tribute as the alumni award-winner returns to his seat.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad75.jpg)
Members of the Cunningham family rise in tribute as the alumni award-winner returns to his seat.
![Shortly after the college president encouraged use of technology in preserving the day's highlights, phones, cameras and tablets were put to commemorative use.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad82.jpg)
Shortly after the college president encouraged use of technology in preserving the day's highlights, phones, cameras and tablets were put to commemorative use.
![Students move toward a holding area in the wings, awaiting their highly anticipated walk across the CAC stage.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad88.jpg)
Students move toward a holding area in the wings, awaiting their highly anticipated walk across the CAC stage.
![Well-wishers frame a portrait of pride.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad98.jpg)
Well-wishers frame a portrait of pride.
![No shortage of hugs and happiness](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad99.jpg)
No shortage of hugs and happiness
![With a subtle smile of satisfaction, a graduate notes his towering achievement.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad101.jpg)
With a subtle smile of satisfaction, a graduate notes his towering achievement.
![More than words can say](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad104.jpg)
More than words can say
![Occupational therapy assistant graduate Kristin B. Boatman, of Hughesville, pauses for a celebratory snapshot with parents William and Shirley and boyfriend Matt Perakovich.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad107.jpg)
Occupational therapy assistant graduate Kristin B. Boatman, of Hughesville, pauses for a celebratory snapshot with parents William and Shirley and boyfriend Matt Perakovich.
![An inspiring group surrounds Justin L. Kelchner, of WIlliamsport, who earned a physician assistant degree.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad109.jpg)
An inspiring group surrounds Justin L. Kelchner, of WIlliamsport, who earned a physician assistant degree.
![Memories preserved here](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad110.jpg)
Memories preserved here
![Melissa J. Lake, graduating in applied health studies: surgical technology concentration (and a statuesque member of the Lady Wildcat volleyball team), stands tall amid family support.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad113.jpg)
Melissa J. Lake, graduating in applied health studies: surgical technology concentration (and a statuesque member of the Lady Wildcat volleyball team), stands tall amid family support.
![Back on campus, one of Penn College's newest alumnae raises her arms in exultation.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad115.jpg)
Back on campus, one of Penn College's newest alumnae raises her arms in exultation.
![The extended family of alumni honoree James E. Cunningham (third from right) – including two graduates seated behind him – has plenty to smile about on a momentous day.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/Grad121.jpg)
The extended family of alumni honoree James E. Cunningham (third from right) – including two graduates seated behind him – has plenty to smile about on a momentous day.
![Alumni luminary James E. Cunningham, who would later announce that a family-funded scholarship fund has appropriately hit the $100,000 level during Penn College's Centennial year, joins the siblings who helped make it happen.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004557.jpg)
Alumni luminary James E. Cunningham, who would later announce that a family-funded scholarship fund has appropriately hit the $100,000 level during Penn College's Centennial year, joins the siblings who helped make it happen.
![Back where it began, a stage set for the big day.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004573.jpg)
Back where it began, a stage set for the big day.
![Paul L. Starkey, vice president for academic affairs/provost, welcomes the commencement crowd with electrical technologies faculty member Ken Kuhns by his side.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004594.jpg)
Paul L. Starkey, vice president for academic affairs/provost, welcomes the commencement crowd with electrical technologies faculty member Ken Kuhns by his side.
![Affirming the college president's on-stage remarks that Health Sciences graduates have the best decorated mortarboards, students mix fun and philosophy (](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004607.jpg)
Affirming the college president's on-stage remarks that Health Sciences graduates have the best decorated mortarboards, students mix fun and philosophy ("Great achievements involve great risk") ...
![... while another cap provides fitting editorial comment on the happy faces surrounding it.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004610.jpg)
... while another cap provides fitting editorial comment on the happy faces surrounding it.
![A gorgeous setting for a distinguished day](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004616.jpg)
A gorgeous setting for a distinguished day
![President Davie Jane Gilmour greets the latest members of the Centennial class.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004641.jpg)
President Davie Jane Gilmour greets the latest members of the Centennial class.
![Elliott Strickland, chief student affairs officer, snags a selfie with the student speaker ...](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004651.jpg)
Elliott Strickland, chief student affairs officer, snags a selfie with the student speaker ...
![... who talks about her calling into the line of paramedic duty.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004671.jpg)
... who talks about her calling into the line of paramedic duty.
![After finishing her speech, Savidge shares a relieved moment and laugh with Carolyn R. Strickland, vice president for enrollment management/associate provost.<br />](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004691.jpg)
After finishing her speech, Savidge shares a relieved moment and laugh with Carolyn R. Strickland, vice president for enrollment management/associate provost.
![A grateful Jim Cunningham emotionally reflects on his family's long history at the institution.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004733.jpg)
A grateful Jim Cunningham emotionally reflects on his family's long history at the institution.
![Diploma cases, stacked at the ready](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004737.jpg)
Diploma cases, stacked at the ready
![A glowing graduate](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004769.jpg)
A glowing graduate
![Graduates consider their accomplishments.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004772.jpg)
Graduates consider their accomplishments.
![The president turns Savidge's tassel ...](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004786.jpg)
The president turns Savidge's tassel ...
![... and uses her smartphone to snap a selfie with the class representative.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004799.jpg)
... and uses her smartphone to snap a selfie with the class representative.
![Five graduates with military experience stand to receive acknowledgement and applause from an appreciative audience.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004811.jpg)
Five graduates with military experience stand to receive acknowledgement and applause from an appreciative audience.
![An occupational therapy assistant student's inspirational decorations address world travel and an embrace of life's journey ...](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004814.jpg)
An occupational therapy assistant student's inspirational decorations address world travel and an embrace of life's journey ...
![... while an LPN grad challenges an adage with lunar clarity:](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004815.jpg)
... while an LPN grad challenges an adage with lunar clarity: "Don't tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon.")
![Commencement excitement travels in waves ...](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004836.jpg)
Commencement excitement travels in waves ...
![... after waves ...](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004838.jpg)
... after waves ...
![... after double waves.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004840.jpg)
... after double waves.
![Blowing a kiss to the crowd](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004846.jpg)
Blowing a kiss to the crowd
![A graduate gets an encouraging word from Gilmour and Johnson, her shoes adding a vibrant splash to the colorful summer proceedings.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004862.jpg)
A graduate gets an encouraging word from Gilmour and Johnson, her shoes adding a vibrant splash to the colorful summer proceedings.
![Matthew J. Freer, a physician assistant graduate from Creedmoor, N.C., jubilantly soft-shoes across the stage.<br />](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004880.jpg)
Matthew J. Freer, a physician assistant graduate from Creedmoor, N.C., jubilantly soft-shoes across the stage.
![Jacob R. Miller, an associate professor of computer information technology, hugs his daughter, Heather A., who graduated in physician assistant.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004890.jpg)
Jacob R. Miller, an associate professor of computer information technology, hugs his daughter, Heather A., who graduated in physician assistant.
![Pointing to supporters while savoring the moment](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004915.jpg)
Pointing to supporters while savoring the moment
![Another impromptu selfie!](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004924.jpg)
Another impromptu selfie!
![Mike Cunningham, vice president for information technology/chief information officer, applauds his daughter, Meghan C.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004926.jpg)
Mike Cunningham, vice president for information technology/chief information officer, applauds his daughter, Meghan C.
![Another cute selfie moment, this one between the president and Rachelle N. Horning (daughter of Wendy A. Miller, director of academic services)](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004936.jpg)
Another cute selfie moment, this one between the president and Rachelle N. Horning (daughter of Wendy A. Miller, director of academic services)
![A firm handshake cements a genuine occasion: a baccalaureate degree in web and interactive media for Brandon W. Knapp, of Pottsville.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004949.jpg)
A firm handshake cements a genuine occasion: a baccalaureate degree in web and interactive media for Brandon W. Knapp, of Pottsville.
![With cowboy boots and a piece of heavy construction equipment on her cap, the School of Transportation & Natural Resources Technologies' Ashley M. Baker exudes style AND confidence on her journey from Coudersport to a college degree.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004950.jpg)
With cowboy boots and a piece of heavy construction equipment on her cap, the School of Transportation & Natural Resources Technologies' Ashley M. Baker exudes style AND confidence on her journey from Coudersport to a college degree.
![Shawn T. Knapp, of Auburn, New York, and Luke C. Laughlin, of Butler - both graduating in heavy construction equipment technology: technician emphasis - went out on stage in tandem and](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004961.jpg)
Shawn T. Knapp, of Auburn, New York, and Luke C. Laughlin, of Butler - both graduating in heavy construction equipment technology: technician emphasis - went out on stage in tandem and "double-selfied" with a sporting president.
![Grads parse one of their hardest assignments to date: figuring out the words and melody of the Penn College Alma Mater!](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004978.jpg)
Grads parse one of their hardest assignments to date: figuring out the words and melody of the Penn College Alma Mater!
![Students and faculty exchange waves and applause along the two-way street between teaching and learning.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004985.jpg)
Students and faculty exchange waves and applause along the two-way street between teaching and learning.
![The president snaps a parting shot of grads.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6004988.jpg)
The president snaps a parting shot of grads.
![Marking a milestone under the marquee, the emergency medical services/paramedic](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005006.jpg)
Marking a milestone under the marquee, the emergency medical services/paramedic "family" of graduates and mentors pose for a photo.
![Shannon L. Abercrombie, a graduate in applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration (she earned an associate degree in occupational therapy assistant last year) from South Yarmouth, Massachusetts, celebrates with her mother.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005015.jpg)
Shannon L. Abercrombie, a graduate in applied health studies: occupational therapy assistant concentration (she earned an associate degree in occupational therapy assistant last year) from South Yarmouth, Massachusetts, celebrates with her mother.
![Lindsey N. Rosenberry, a radiography graduate from Reedsville, poses with her boyfriend, Jackson J. Albert, of Liverpool, a 2013 alum in landscape/horticulture technology: landscape emphasis.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005028.jpg)
Lindsey N. Rosenberry, a radiography graduate from Reedsville, poses with her boyfriend, Jackson J. Albert, of Liverpool, a 2013 alum in landscape/horticulture technology: landscape emphasis.
![Katelyn E. Watson, a radiography grad from Turbotville, marks the day with a true Penn College legacy family, including her father, Chip (far left), a 1980 Williamsport Area Community College graduate who majored in heavy construction equipment.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005044.jpg)
Katelyn E. Watson, a radiography grad from Turbotville, marks the day with a true Penn College legacy family, including her father, Chip (far left), a 1980 Williamsport Area Community College graduate who majored in heavy construction equipment.
![Stephanie M. Malatesta's father came equipped with a Penn College shirt and a camera. Malatesta, of Harrisburg, earned her radiography degree.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005084.jpg)
Stephanie M. Malatesta's father came equipped with a Penn College shirt and a camera. Malatesta, of Harrisburg, earned her radiography degree.
![Shaddon K. Rice, an occupational therapy assistant graduate from Selinsgrove, is all smiles with his happy family.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005098.jpg)
Shaddon K. Rice, an occupational therapy assistant graduate from Selinsgrove, is all smiles with his happy family.
![The steps of City Hall make a great spot for a photo of the many fans of Marcia E. Shives, of State Line, a <br />
<br />
graduate in health arts: practical nursing emphasis.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005118.jpg)
The steps of City Hall make a great spot for a photo of the many fans of Marcia E. Shives, of State Line, a
graduate in health arts: practical nursing emphasis.
![A Centennial keepsake mingles with a Licensed Practical Nursing pin on a graduate's gown.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005124.jpg)
A Centennial keepsake mingles with a Licensed Practical Nursing pin on a graduate's gown.
![Karen L. Plankenhorn (center), clinical supervisor of radiography, with the students who completed their clinical practicum at Evangelical Community Hospital under her instruction](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2014/08/6005062.jpg)
Karen L. Plankenhorn (center), clinical supervisor of radiography, with the students who completed their clinical practicum at Evangelical Community Hospital under her instruction