Mason Chapman, added to the Penn College men's basketball roster last month through a partnership with Team Impact, joined his family, teammates and coach for Monday's broadcast of WBRE's "PA live!" In two segments taped in the NBC affiliate's Wilkes-Barre studio, the group talked about Mason's acceptance into the program – which pairs special-needs children with collegiate sports teams – and the Wildcats' recent observance of Blindness Awareness Month.
'PA live!' airs 'slam dunk' story on newest Wildcat hoopster Published 10.31.2023 Photo courtesy of WBRE News Athletics Students Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Successful taping of a Penn College-related edition of "PA live!" is celebrated by (from left) co-host Rachel Malak; Megan Rogers, Mason's mother; Christopher Chapman, Mason's brother; David Brown (#33), of Bridgeport, Ct.; Mason; Michael R. Woolridge (#24), of Hollidasyburg; Ahmir N. Ellzy (#2), of Williamsport; coach Geoff B. Hensley; and …
Halloween arrived early at Penn College, where assorted members of the Wildcat "Boo!" crew satisfied sweet-tooth dreams and opened the door to their darker counterparts. Ushering in the shadowy midnight hour were Student Engagement's Fall Fest on Oct. 21 (moved indoors due to foul weather) and Wildcat Costume Party on Oct. 28, the American Welding Society student chapter's ghastly (and annually anticipated) Arc Asylum, and Residence Life's beloved Trick or Treat Night at The Village on Oct. 29.
Creepin' it real Published 10.30.2023 Photos by Conor P. Fry, student photographer News Student Life Events Faculty & Staff Diesel Performance Club Home Page contents Halloween arrived early at Penn College, where assorted members of the Wildcat "Boo!" crew satisfied sweet-tooth dreams and opened the door to their darker counterparts. Ushering in the shadowy midnight hour were Student Engagement's Fall Fest on Oct. 21 (moved indoors due to foul weather) and Wildcat Costume Party on Oct. 28, the American …
A Thursday open house, overlapping with continuation of People & Culture's Engagement Series, combined to better acquaint students and employees with Penn College Police. The events provided a well-organized presentation of community resources, including the West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse Commission, Lycoming County Crisis Intervention Services, state Sen. Gene Yaw's office, the Student Government Association, the Williamsport bureaus of fire and police, and the city's Special Response Team.
Outreach by police affirms college's commitment to safety Published 10.30.2023 Photos by Jennifer A. Cline, writer/magazine editor News Students Faculty & Staff Community Involvement Home Page contents A Thursday open house, overlapping with continuation of People & Culture's Engagement Series, combined to better acquaint students and employees with Penn College Police. The events provided a thorough and well-organized presentation of community resources, including the West Branch Drug and Alcohol Abuse …
Interested in exploring an apprenticeship? In this five-minute video, you’ll hear from companies and apprentices who’ve experienced firsthand benefits. From facilitating talent development and life-enhancing employee growth to promoting productivity and efficiency, you’ll learn how the apprenticeship model at Penn College has become a proven solution for addressing the skills gap.
'A gateway to a much better career' Published 10.30.2023 News Workforce Development Corporate Partnerships Home Page contents Interested in exploring an apprenticeship? In this five-minute video, you’ll hear from companies and apprentices who’ve experienced firsthand benefits. From facilitating talent development and life-enhancing employee growth to promoting productivity and efficiency, you’ll learn how the apprenticeship model at Penn College has become a proven solution for addressing the skills gap. …
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 Diesel Performance Club 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 …
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 …