A leading polymer engineering software provider has renewed its support of Pennsylvania College of Technology and its students. Plastic Flow LLC recently provided its updated software package to the college at a substantial discount, valued at $323,725. The design software allows for three-dimensional simulation of the flow in extrusion dies.
Plastics software company renews commitment to Penn College Published 11.16.2023 News Students Faculty & Staff Polymer Engineering Corporate Donor Home Page contents A leading polymer engineering software provider has renewed its support of Pennsylvania College of Technology and its students. Plastic Flow LLC recently provided its updated software package to the college at a substantial discount, valued at $323,725. The design software allows for three-dimensional simulation of the flow in extrusion dies. …
Readers of Penn College News met her son earlier this week, but that was only half of the story. Because behind so many successful Wildcats are their supportive parents, and Stephanie Hajicek is no exception. Sending her son, Colten, to college across the country from their family's Washington home wasn't easy. But she had peace of mind knowing Penn College was the perfect fit. College Relations' "Give Thanks, Paw It Forward" effort ends with a proud mom who doesn't skimp on her elegant and effusive praise.
Pleased and proud, Mom gets the final word of thanks Published 11.16.2023 News Parent Perspective Home Page contents Stephanie and Colten Hajicek Readers of Penn College News met her son earlier this week, but that was only half of the story. Because behind so many successful Wildcats are their supportive parents, and Stephanie Hajicek is no exception. Sending her son, Colten, to college across the country from their family's home in Washington state wasn't easy, but she had peace of mind knowing Penn …
Penn College Police Chief David C. Pletz successfully headlined Wednesday night's Town Hall meeting, co-sponsored by the Student Government Association and the Office of Student Engagement. About 30 students attended the Penn's Inn session, which was related to safety in a variety of situations – on- and off-campus.
Police chief provides safety tips during SGA Town Hall Published 11.16.2023 Photo by Kaylena L. Harrell, graphic design student and marketing assistant News Students Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Penn College Police Chief David C. Pletz (assisted by Casey Thurber, a contracted American Sign Language interpreter) talks with students at Wednesday's Town Hall. Penn College Police Chief David C. Pletz successfully headlined Wednesday night's Town Hall meeting, co-sponsored by the Student Government …
Jennifer R. Wahl, instructor of social sciences at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been named to the YWCA Northcentral PA Board of Directors. “The YWCA is honored to be governed by a board comprised of unique perspectives, adding a wealth of experience to our organization,” said Brittany Fischer, YWCA Northcentral PA’s communications and development director.
Instructor named to YWCA Northcentral PA Board of Directors Published 11.16.2023 News Faculty & Staff School of Business, Arts & Sciences News Home Page contents Jennifer R. Wahl, instructor of social sciences at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been named to the YWCA Northcentral PA Board of Directors. “The YWCA is honored to be governed by a board comprised of unique perspectives, adding a wealth of experience to our organization,” said Brittany Fischer, YWCA Northcentral PA’s communications and …
This week's Wildcat Wednesday instilled Penn College Pride, then used that spirit to promote Thursday's campus visit by the Piscataway Nation Singers & Dancers.
Wildcat Wednesday promotes campus pride, tribal event Published 11.16.2023 Photos by Kaylena L. Harrell, graphic design student and marketing assistant News Student Life Events Faculty & Staff Home Page contents What's Wildcat Wednesday without the Wildcat? The Penn College mascot has a Campus Center meet-up with Mark S. Huby, a building automation engineering technology student from Scotch Plains, N.J. This week's Wildcat Wednesday instilled Penn College Pride, then used that spirit to promote Thursday's …
A memorial service is scheduled for Roger E. Davis, 82, a former member of the mathematics faculty at Pennsylvania College of Technology and its Williamsport Area Community College predecessor, who died Tuesday, Nov. 14, at his Trout Run home. Davis was a full-time faculty member from June 1966 until his May 2003 retirement as an associate professor; he returned to Penn College as a part-time faculty member from August 2003 to July 2012.
Memorial service set for retired member of math faculty Published 11.16.2023 News Faculty & Staff Mathematics Home Page contents A memorial service is scheduled for Roger E. Davis, 82, a former member of the mathematics faculty at Pennsylvania College of Technology and its Williamsport Area Community College predecessor, who died Tuesday, Nov. 14, at his Trout Run home. Page contents Davis was a full-time faculty member from June 1966 until his May 2003 retirement as an associate professor; he returned to …
Around 130 dual enrollment students visited campus on Thursday to get a taste of the hands-on labs where their Pennsylvania College of Technology student counterparts take coursework. Penn College Dual Enrollment offers college classes to high school students. The classes are taught at their own schools by their own teachers during the regular school day, earning participants free college credits for the courses.
Students earning early credits get hands-on look at college labs Published 11.15.2023 Photos by Laura M. Machak, coordinator of secondary partnership operations; Chuck D. Crews, assistant director for secondary partnerships; and Jennifer A. Cline, writer/magazine editor News Faculty & Staff Students Penn College Dual Enrollment Home Page contents Around 130 dual enrollment students visited campus on Thursday to get a taste of the hands-on labs where their Pennsylvania College of Technology student …
Every now and then, we all need someone in our corner to remind us of our value. When Lizeth V. Reyes-Becerra has those moments, her thoughts turn to those who have tangibly shown their confidence in her tomorrow-making abilities. Reyes-Becerra, of Erie, earned an associate degree in May 2022 in building construction technology and is pursuing a bachelor's in residential construction technology & management.
Support from others spurs construction student's belief in herself Published 11.15.2023 News Students Internships Donors Building Construction Home Page contents Lizeth V. Reyes-Becerra Every now and then, we all need someone in our corner to remind us of our value. When Lizeth V. Reyes-Becerra has those moments, her thoughts turn to those who have tangibly shown their confidence in her tomorrow-making abilities. Reyes-Becerra, of Erie, earned an associate degree in May 2022 in building construction …
The Engineering & Industrial Design Department recently held its annual SolidWorks Pumpkin Carving Contest, a fall favorite in which first-year students "carve" virtual jack-o'-lanterns with computer software and unbridled imagination. Three winners were selected in each of two sections of Technical Drawing I taught by Katherine A. Walker and Craig A. Miller, assistant professors of engineering design technology.
Pumpkin contest displays students' 'Solid' grasp of material Published 11.15.2023 Photos provided News Students Faculty & Staff Engineering & Industrial Design Technology Home Page contents The Engineering & Industrial Design Technology Department recently held its annual SolidWorks Pumpkin Carving Contest, a fall favorite in which first-year students "carve" virtual jack-o'-lanterns with computer software and unbridled imagination. Three winners were selected in each of two sections of Technical Drawing I …
A $1 million grant from the Gene Haas Foundation, plus matching funds from Pennsylvania College of Technology, sparked extensive renovations to the college's automated manufacturing lab. In this video, you’ll get a glimpse of the Gene Haas Center for Innovative Manufacturing, see the results of the floor-to-ceiling transformation, hear reactions to the overhaul and learn what students are looking forward to most.
Video introduces Gene Haas Center for Innovative Manufacturing Published 11.14.2023 News Faculty & Staff Students Automated Manufacturing & Machining Corporate Donor School of Engineering Technologies News Home Page contents A $1 million grant from the Gene Haas Foundation, plus matching funds from Pennsylvania College of Technology, sparked extensive renovations to the college's automated manufacturing lab. In this video, you’ll get a glimpse of the Gene Haas Center for Innovative Manufacturing , see the …