− Photos by Cindy Davis Meixel, writer/photo editor,
and Rachel A. Eirmann, student photographer
A pre-dinner group photo of the shiny, happy cooks and waiters
Expressing their gratitude for joys like “family & friends” and “tractors & big bucks” are (from left) construction management students Michael R. Casciola, of State College; Jared T. Hileman, of Hollidaysburg; and Domenick M. Berarducci, of West Newton. At a display created by Community Peer Educators, students could write what they’re thankful for on hand-shaped cutouts (some resembling turkeys) as they waited in the KDR lobby.
Service with a smile: Gayle M. Kielwein, student activities accounting assistant, delivers comfort food to thankful guests.
A festive table awaits!
Rounding up arresting desserts, Penn College Police Chief Chris E. Miller reports for duty at the fifth annual Thanksgiving dinner for students.
... and a selfie to commemorate the occasion, taken by Ashlee D. Robins (at right in photo), a pre-occupational therapy assistant student from Milton.
"Breaking bread" with friends gets a thumbs-up ...
Another uniquely crafted souvenir
Dining Services manager Vicki K. Killian helps a patron faced with an unenviable challenge: Which bowl to choose?
The menu included crusty baquettes, perfect for dunking.
Becky J. Shaner, senior manager of donor relations and special events, aids the cause. Sixty-two people were served lunch, which - when coupled with a related raffle - raised $554 for the food pantry.
Unique bowls, made by ceramics students and instructors David A. and Deborah L. Stabley, sparked a rush of registrations for the event.