Open House unveils opportunities

Sunday, April 6, 2025

Photos by Anna E. Reed, student photographer, and Alexandra Butler, photographer/photo editor

In the center of Penn College's campus, the second Spring 2025 Open House mixes warm interactions and chilly weather. Here, Morgan T. Bartholomew (right), an admissions tour guide, answers guests' questions, including that all-important topic: campus food. A plastics & polymer engineering technology senior from Etters, Bartholomew has petitioned to graduated in May; this was her final Open House.

April showers and chilly temps didn't dampen the enthusiasm of Open House visitors or the Penn College family offering a warm welcome to the college's campuses on Sunday. The event was the second Open House for Spring 2025.

"Final numbers from the Admissions Office showed that 432 prospective students and 1,298 total guests were in attendance during today's April 6 Open House," said Claire Milliken, coordinator of admissions events and communications. "Over 20% of the 432 students traveled from outside of Pennsylvania, and a total of 10 states were represented."

Visitors included undergraduate and graduate students, with most interested in starting their Penn College journeys during the Fall 2025, Spring 2026 or Fall 2026 semesters.

In addition to the main campus in Williamsport, the college's Schneebeli Earth Science Center near Allenwood and Lumley Aviation Center at Montoursville were open to prospective students and their families. At each location, the campus community was eager to assist guests navigating the wide range of opportunities and information.

Penn College's next Open House is set for Saturday, July 19. More information about that event — and other occasions to visit and ways to stay connected — can be found on the 'Visit Penn College' webpage.

Nick R. Thompson, aviation maintenance instructor, leads a tour through the second floor of the Lumley Aviation Center ...

... and out on the tarmac to explore the college's fleet of aircraft — essential tools for the aviation maintenance major.

The lobby of the Davie Jane Gilmour Center is abuzz with questions and connections.

Admissions tour guide Kellor A. Schooley stands ready to assist with his trademark smile and enthusiasm. The business administration senior from Turbotville is eying graduation, and this was his last Open House.

Campus begins to bloom.

A rainy Sunday on the campus mall ...

... where warm smiles greet guests. Counselor Michael S. DiPalma (left) and Lindsey A. Harner, Clean Energy Center program coordinator, are among the college helpers.

Alex E. Marconnet (at right facing camera), instructor of engineering design technology, welcomes prospective students and their families to the Academic Exploration Fair in the Thompson Professional Development Center.

Waiting their turn to check in (inside the warm and dry Field House)

Admissions tour guide Sarah E. Allen is an energetic member of the college crew. A pre-physician assistant studies student, she hails from Northville, Michigan.

A large group takes advantage of the ample space in the college's construction labs. On left (in black hat and shirt) is Joe F. DiBucci, instructor of building construction technology: concrete and masonry.

Brandon L. Group, instructor of construction management, offers an insider's view of the exciting career field.

Ready to network in CC Commons! Student organizations are eager to invite new members to join their circles.

Grandma knows best! Always a fun stop: shopping for merch in the College Store.

A future physical therapy assistant student!

A family checks in at the Aviation Center ...

... where visitors enjoy awe-inspiring sights like the expansive hangar.

Aviation maintenance instructor Michael Damiani (in background facing audience) discusses the college's connection to the esteemed Lycoming Engines company.

Back on main campus, admissions tour guide Kayla M. Figuereo expertly leads a tour. A robotics & automation senior from Linden, New Jersey, she is among student leaders marking the end of their Open House service.