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“Bringing Nature Back: One Yard at a Time!” is the title of a day-long workshop set for Saturday, March 15, in Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Klump Academic Center Auditorium. Featuring talks by two Penn College employees, the event is presented by Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Lycoming County in partnership with the Responsible Decarbonization Alliance.

WNEP-TV’s Mackenzie Aucker squeezed through a crowded Bardo Gymnasium on Tuesday to report on Penn College’s Spring Career Fair. Amid the buzz of networking, Aucker interviewed current students and company representatives about the demand for the college’s tomorrow makers and their hands-on technical skills.

Skiing, snowboarding, camping, mountain biking, fishing, hiking – these students are having all the fun! The Penn College Outdoors Club is among new student organizations established during the 2024-25 academic year. The group aspires to explore various outdoor activities during the different seasons of the year, instructing members on new techniques related to outdoor recreation and sports, and creating an environment where students can learn skills that will enrich their lives.

Penn College’s peer mentors and fellow students have a new, dedicated space in which to connect – the Hudock Center Peer Hub. The hangout spot gives peer mentors a relaxed venue for conversing with other students and sharing their wisdom on many matters, including building study skills, navigating social situations and getting involved on campus – all ways to boost students’ success.

“Speed Date Your Career,” held recently in the Center for Career Design, gave students the opportunity to engage with Penn College Corporate Tomorrow Makers for networking practice, recruitment opportunities, raffle prizes and refreshments.

Over 65 Penn College students engaged with 16 employers at the Human Services & Restorative Justice Internship and Job Expo. “Engaging with employers early and often helps students gain a clearer understanding of career possibilities and build meaningful professional connections," said Elizabeth E. Winder, associate professor of human services & restorative justice.

Penn College’s Fitness Center held a Student Member Appreciation Day. “We wanted to show our appreciation to students who regularly use the Fitness Center by rewarding them with some goodies,” said Gayle M. Kielwein, coordinator of student engagement operations. “Treats were pina colada and strawberry smoothies, various ‘healthier’ snacks, and some awesome giveaways.”

Whitestone will be recruiting Penn College civil engineering, construction management and concrete science majors at a "Pop-up Employer Information Table" in College Avenue Labs on Wednesday, Feb. 19. The company will be set up in the hallway near CAL 114 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wildcats are not shy about showing their affections – especially when it comes to food and bingo! Among the mid-February events captured by Penn College student photographer Anna E. Reed: a “Sweetheart Pajama Party” and a “Pack the Pantry” Bingo.

Always willing to step up to the plate to assist with Penn College Wildcat initiatives, Nate Woods Jr. takes on a truly tough challenge this time. Under the pressure of lights, cameras and hot wings, the executive director for student wellbeing and inclusive excellence answers a few burning questions in “Wild Ones Episode 2.”