For 25 years, a vintage Mack road tractor – appropriately nicknamed “Accelerated Learning" – has served as a rolling lab that continually reflects the latest industry technology available to diesel students at the Schneebeli Earth Science Center. And while there have been periods of highs and lows in enthusiasm during that quarter-century of transforming the vehicle into a drag truck, the current level of excitement and activity is off the charts.
College's diesel drag truck: a 25-year 'overnight' sensation Published 10.29.2023 Photos provided News Students Experienced Faculty Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation School of Engineering Technologies News Alumni News Home Page contents For 25 years, a vintage Mack road tractor – appropriately nicknamed “Accelerated Learning" – has served as a rolling lab that continually reflects the latest industry technology available to diesel students at Penn College's Schneebeli Earth Science Center. …
Overcoming race-day adversity in championship fashion, the Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s cross-country team claimed its first conference title since 2012 on Saturday, while the college’s women’s soccer team posted a playoff shutout and advances to Tuesday’s 6 p.m. Volt Division semifinal at Penn State Harrisburg.
Penn College men cross-country champ, women’s soccer advances Published 10.28.2023 News Athletics Home Page contents Overcoming race-day adversity in championship fashion, the Pennsylvania College of Technology men’s cross-country team claimed its first conference title since 2012 on Saturday, while the college’s women’s soccer team posted a playoff shutout and advances to Tuesday’s 6 p.m. Volt Division semifinal at Penn State Harrisburg. MEN’S/WOMEN’S CROSS-COUNTRY In a brilliant team effort, the Wildcats …
In collaboration with North Central Sight Services and in solidarity with their new teammate, Mason Chapman, the Penn College men's basketball team observed Blindness Awareness Month on Friday evening. At the close of their practice, players put on blindfolds for a dribbling drill to experience what it would be like to play without sight.
Keeping their eyes on the ball Published 10.28.2023 Photos by Tom Wilson, writer/editor-Penn College News (unless otherwise noted) News Students Faculty & Staff Athletics Community Involvement Home Page contents Team members join Mason and family on the baseline after Friday's practice. In collaboration with North Central Sight Services and in solidarity with their new teammate , Mason Chapman, the Penn College men's basketball team observed Blindness Awareness Month on Friday evening. At the close of …
An associate professor of HVAC technology at Penn College has contributed to the HVAC Classes blog, sharing his expertise on meeting the demand for a well-educated workforce. “The HVAC industry will continue to advance in response to environmental concerns, technological advancements and changing customer expectations, providing opportunities for those who are prepared to change and grow with it,” department head Jason W. Killinger says in "How to Expand & Support the HVAC Workforce."
HVAC department head lends insight to industry blog Published 10.28.2023 News Faculty & Staff Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning School of Engineering Technologies News Home Page contents An associate professor of HVAC technology at Penn College has contributed to the HVAC Classes blog, sharing his expertise on meeting the demand for a well-educated workforce. “The HVAC industry will continue to advance in response to environmental concerns, technological advancements and changing customer …
To celebrate National Physical Therapy Month, students in Penn College’s physical therapist assistant program are spreading the word about why individuals should choose physical therapy to decrease pain, increase mobility, maximize health and improve their quality of life. Every October, the American Physical Therapy Association celebrates National Physical Therapy Month to raise awareness with consumers about the many benefits of physical therapy.
Physical therapist assistant students urge public to 'Choose PT' Published 10.27.2023 News Students Physical Therapist Assistant School of Nursing & Health Sciences News Home Page contents Physical therapist assistant students gather outside the Breuder Advanced Technology & Health Sciences Center to encourage the public to “Choose PT” to help address and avoid movement problems and live a fulfilling, healthy and independent life. To celebrate National Physical Therapy Month, students in Penn College’s …
Judd R. Pittman, director of the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Bureau of Career and Technical Education, visited Pennsylvania College of Technology while in Williamsport for a stakeholders meeting on Friday. A widely acknowledged advocate for K-12 career and technical education, Pittman toured campus with President Michael J. Reed and Loni N. Kline, senior vice president for college relations.
Director of state's CTE bureau tours campus during Williamsport visit Published 10.27.2023 News Home Page contents Pittman (right) joins Kline and Reed for a quick photo before embarking on a campus tour. Judd R. Pittman, director of the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Bureau of Career and Technical Education, visited Pennsylvania College of Technology while in Williamsport for a stakeholders meeting on Friday. A widely acknowledged advocate for K-12 career and technical education, Pittman – a …
Pennsylvania College of Technology students posted a one-two finish in the Project MFG Maritime Welding Competition held Wednesday at the Philadelphia Shipyard. Patrick C. Evanko, of Columbus, New Jersey, placed first, and Nikolas J. Harnish, of Newmanstown, earned second-place honors after competing against 18 other welding students from other institutions.
Welding students take top two places in Philly Shipyard competition Published 10.26.2023 Photo provided News Students Faculty & Staff Welding & Metal Fabrication School of Engineering Technologies News Home Page contents Patrick C. Evanko (left), of Columbus, N.J., placed first, and Nikolas J. Harnish, of Newmanstown, earned second-place honors in the Project MFG Maritime Welding Competition held Wednesday at the Philadelphia Shipyard. Pennsylvania College of Technology students posted a one-two finish in …
Instructor Joseph F. DiBucci's Concrete Construction class converged Thursday on The Victorian House, itself a student undertaking more than a quarter-century ago, for a sidewalk improvement project. Aided by Penn College General Services, the crew poured concrete that will be stenciled and colored to look like brickwork.
Concrete classes transforming Vic House sidewalks Published 10.26.2023 News Students Faculty & Staff Building Construction School of Engineering Technologies News Home Page contents Instructor Joseph F. DiBucci's Concrete Construction class converged Thursday on The Victorian House, itself a student undertaking more than a quarter-century ago, for a sidewalk improvement project. Aided by Penn College General Services, the crew poured concrete that will be stenciled and colored to look like brickwork; …
A new course in visual literacy was highlighted by two Pennsylvania College of Technology graphic design faculty members – Brian A. Flynn and David M. Moyer – at the 55th Annual Conference of the International Visual Literacy Association, hosted recently online and in person by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
New visual literacy course a topic of conference presentation Published 10.26.2023 News Faculty & Staff Students Graphic Design & Art School of Business, Arts & Sciences News Home Page contents A new course in visual literacy was highlighted by two Pennsylvania College of Technology graphic design faculty members at the 55th Annual Conference of the International Visual Literacy Association, hosted recently online and in person by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Brian A. Flynn and David M. …
Appropriate for this time of year, The Clay Center of New Orleans is exhibiting “Creep Show 2023,” featuring artwork created by Gerald G. Kaplan, instructor of ceramics at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Kaplan’s “Drape,” a stoneware head detailed with screws, was selected for the national juried group exhibition. This is the third time one of Kaplan’s pieces has been accepted into the annual “Creep Show,” which began in 2019.
New Orleans ‘Creep Show’ features ceramics instructor’s art Published 10.26.2023 News Faculty & Staff Graphic Design & Art School of Business, Arts & Sciences News Home Page contents Appropriate for this time of year, The Clay Center of New Orleans is exhibiting “Creep Show 2023,” featuring artwork created by Gerald G. Kaplan, instructor of ceramics at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Kaplan’s “Drape,” a stoneware head detailed with screws, was selected for the national juried group exhibition. This is …