Welding & Metal Fabrication Articles

Welding and fabrication engineering technology graduate Nate Lyon returns to Pennsylvania College of Technology to share his always-inspiring perspectives and consistent devotion to building community. In “Finding Purpose in Community,” Tomorrow Makers podcast listeners will hear about Lyon’s latest career move – teaching welding at Milton Hershey School.

A longtime partner of Pennsylvania College of Technology recently donated to one of the school’s largest programs. Employees of High Steel Structures LLC – through the High Foundation – contributed $3,400 for use in the college’s welding program. Over 360 students are enrolled in the welding & metal fabrication program cluster at the college.

Members of the Central PA Chamber of Commerce visited Pennsylvania College of Technology on Wednesday for an “Inside Jobs Tour,” one of the chamber’s monthly outings to educate members on area businesses and organizations. In addition to informative campus presentations and tours, the 22 guests enjoyed a lunch catered by Le Jeune Chef Restaurant.

The October harvest of internship and job opportunities continues for Pennsylvania College of Technology students. Through the end of the month, five program-specific Recruitment Days are on tap, offering exciting possibilities to discuss internships and full- and part-time jobs.

More than 700 students from 20 area high schools and career and technology education centers attended Penn College’s fifth PA Build My Future event on Thursday to discover what a career in the construction industry might look like. Faculty and students in Penn College’s construction and architecture division were joined by 25 industry partners to provide hands-on demonstrations and activities.

Two Pennsylvania College of Technology students brought home medals from the 2024 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, while all of the college’s competitors finished in the top 10 in their categories. SkillsUSA’s National Leadership & Skills Conference involved 6,450 collegiate and high school competitors in 115 career competitions.

Johnson Controls is providing Pennsylvania College of Technology with a $100,000 grant for the second consecutive year to support students seeking in-demand careers. The grant is part of Johnson Controls’ Community College Partnership Program, a nationwide initiative that aims to provide $15 million by the end of 2026 to help students from historically underrepresented groups prepare for careers related to sustainable building practices.

A Pennsylvania College of Technology freshman welding student has received two scholarships from the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut. Josiah A. Hinojos, of Groton, Connecticut, received the Skip Thavenet and John Boyle Memorial scholarships. He is seeking a bachelor’s degree in in welding & fabrication engineering technology.

Capturing the "arcs and sparks" of Pennsylvania College of Technology's largest major, "Welding & Beyond" taps the knowledge and expertise of Michael R. Allen, welding instructor and co-department head. The second guest of the second season of the Tomorrow Makers podcast, Allen shares his journey from welding on the family farm to teaching in Penn College's cutting-edge, industry-infused welding program.

A Pennsylvania College of Technology welding student is one of four individuals in North America to receive a scholarship from the world’s largest small-quantity metal supplier. Metal Supermarkets recently awarded a $2,500 scholarship to Alaina S. Myers, of Hanover. A Dean’s List student, Myers is seeking a bachelor’s degree in welding & fabrication engineering technology.