Members of Penn College Benefiting THON help assemble the fragile paper lanterns. Kelsey A. Maneval (center), one of Penn College's dancers during the February 2014 THON Weekend, lends a hand. Participants battle frigid temperatures and occasional wind in trying to keep their lanterns lighted and under control. Emma J.
THON Supporters Send Healthy Wishes Skyward Published 11.20.2014 News Events Student News Home Page contents Nearly 100 sky lanterns drifted over campus Wednesday night in a fundraiser for children battling pediatric cancer, as members of Penn College Benefiting THON draw nearer to February's culminating 46-hour dance marathon at Penn State. For $1 each, supporters could purchase a paper lantern to be illuminated and cast aloft on the lawn outside the Thompson Professional Development Center. The …
Ten Thousand Villages sale transforms CC lobby into an international bazaar. Holiday ornaments among sale items ... ... along with jewelry ... ... and a line of basketry all the way to the elevator.
Handcrafted Goods Available at Student-Arranged Sale Published 11.19.2014 News Human Services & Restorative Justice Events Student News School of Sciences, Humanities & Visual Communications News Home Page contents The annual fair-trade sale organized by human services students in the Community and Organizational Change course is being held through Friday in the lobby of Penn College's Bush Campus Center. The Ten Thousand Villages Festival sale features artisanal items from various other countries' working …
Co-organizers Bruce E. (left) and Eric W. Huffman carry on the civic-minded (and certainly magical) tradition that memorializes their father. Back for its eighth year, the layout of Patrick M. Breen and his wife, Laura, celebrates the Pennsylvania Railroad. A heads-up crew from a hands-on institution makes quick work of table delivery. From left are Eric W.
Aided by Penn College Presence, It's Full Steam Ahead for 'Expo' Published 11.19.2014 News Events Faculty & Staff Home Page contents This weekend's Will Huffman Toy Train Expo, a holiday homage to a "less-complicated world of wonder and nostalgia," will once again include volunteers from the Penn College family. When the 24th annual event opens its doors at Park Place, 800 W. Fourth St., three college employees will be among those with model-railroad layouts on display: Max E. Ameigh, a part-time faculty …
Under the lights of the ACC Auditorium dome (and the glow from the projection screen and students' electronic devices), a sizable crowd gathers for the final Centennial Colloquium. Craig A.
Colloquium Highlights Consideration of Context Over Memorization of Dates Published 11.19.2014 News Events Faculty & Staff Individualized Programs of Study School of Sciences, Humanities & Visual Communications News Home Page contents Defining history as a "conversation between the past and the present ... and almost always about the future," faculty member Craig A. Miller delivered the concluding lecture in Penn College’s Centennial Colloquia Series on Tuesday night. The assistant professor of history and …
A mock-up of a oil tanker's bulkhead has been fabricated by Steven J. Kopera's welding students ... Cutaway drawings help Kopera's students envision the scope of the work. ... who are living an on-the-job scenario in their Penn College lab.
Faculty Member Brings Shipyard Experience Into Welding Lab Published 11.18.2014 News Welding & Metal Fabrication Alumni News Faculty & Staff Industrial, Computing & Engineering Technologies News Home Page contents Benefiting from the real-world experience of an alumnus turned faculty member, Penn College students are simulating how the watertight bulkhead of an oil tanker is assembled, welded and pressure-tested. "Often times, the day-to-day lab projects we do in class can become very monotonous, and leave …
Kyle T. Smithmyer enjoys the spotlight as the second "Penn College Star." Gwendolyn A. Ntim sings for the audience and the panel of judges. James C. Hendrie shares one of his original raps. Caleb G. Schirmer performs a dance piece between acts. Beatboxer Lucas P. Crawford (second from right) was also among the finalists. Kyle T.
Kyle T. Smithmyer Newest 'Penn College Star' Published 11.18.2014 News Events Student News Home Page contents Kyle T. Smithmyer, a surveying technology major from Huntingdon, was crowned the latest "Penn College Star" at the recent conclusion of a three-round talent competition. The singer/guitarist, among four students vying at the second annual event's Nov. 12 culmination in the Klump Academic Center Auditorium, took home a $500 Amazon gift card as the top prize-winner. Also competing were Lucas P. …
A full house in the Field House! The Centennial event invited all campaign donors to an autumn buffet. Attendees including alumni, current and retired employees, and other friends and supporters enjoyed such treats as mashed sweet potatoes, a selection of "sliders" and a choice of desserts from the college's fine-dining restaurant.
Centennial Reception, Concert Say 'Thanks' to Scholarship Donors Published 11.17.2014 News Alumni News Events Corporate Relations Student News Scholarships President News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents In appreciation of their contributions to the Penn College Scholarship Campaign, donors were treated to a casual Saturday evening of tasty and tuneful entertainment. The celebration began with a Le Jeune Restaurant-catered buffet at the Field House and continued at the Community Arts Center with a …
Myreta Churba works with youngsters at the college's Dunham Children's Learning Center. Myreta Churba, a part-time faculty member and 1984 alumna, recently presented dental hygiene lessons at Penn College's Dunham Children’s Learning Center. Churba is a community outreach dental hygienist with Susquehanna Community Health and Dental Center.
Dental Hygienist Visits Children's Learning Center Published 11.17.2014 News Nursing & Health Sciences Dental Hygiene Alumni News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Myreta Churba, a part-time faculty member and 1984 alumna, recently presented dental hygiene lessons at Penn College's Dunham Children’s Learning Center. Churba is a community outreach dental hygienist with Susquehanna Community Health and Dental Center. In addition to Thursday's class activities, some children received dental cleanings and …
The Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team starts its season this week while the men’s basketball team got going Saturday and the college’s wrestling team had its first home match of the campaign, also on Saturday.
Penn College Women Set for Basketball Opener Published 11.16.2014 News Athletics Wildcat Weekly Home Page contents The Pennsylvania College of Technology women’s basketball team starts its season this week while the men’s basketball team got going Saturday and the college’s wrestling team had its first home match of the campaign, also on Saturday. Women’s Basketball With the experience and quality of his returning players, and a strong group of freshmen, coach Matt Wilt has high hopes for his team this …
PCToday continues its regular feature: welcoming new full-time and regular part-time Pennsylvania College of Technology employees, as reported by the Human Resources Office. Matthew Blymier, full-time Assistant Director of Athletics/Sports Information Director, effective Nov.
Penn College Welcomes New Employee Published 11.16.2014 News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents PCToday continues its regular feature: welcoming new full-time and regular part-time Pennsylvania College of Technology employees, as reported by the Human Resources Office. Matthew Blymier , full-time Assistant Director of Athletics/Sports Information Director, effective Nov. 17 Only new college hires and employees transferring from one internal position to another in certain situations are reported. … PCToday …