Pennsylvania College of Technology has announced the winners of the 2000 Legal Assistant Student Writing Competition, the first ever of its kind among paralegal/legal assistant students nationwide. The winner of the $500 First Place award is Marilee M. Patton of North Carolina. The winner of the $300 Second Place award is Y.E. Fray of California.
Winners Named in Legal Assistant Student Writing Competition Published 07.13.2000 News Student News Home Page contents Pennsylvania College of Technology has announced the winners of the 2000 Legal Assistant Student Writing Competition, the first ever of its kind among paralegal/legal assistant students nationwide. The winner of the $500 First Place award is Marilee M. Patton of North Carolina. The winner of the $300 Second Place award is Y.E. Fray of California. Patton is enrolled in the Legal Assistant …

The New Choices/New Options program at Pennsylvania College of Technology − which provides career guidance and life-skills training for single parents, displaced homemakers and those pursuing nontraditional vocations − has been awarded $156,480 in state funding for the 2000-01 academic year.
New Choices/New Options Funded for 2000-01 Published 07.12.2000 News Home Page contents The New Choices/New Options program at Pennsylvania College of Technology − which provides career guidance and life-skills training for single parents, displaced homemakers and those pursuing nontraditional vocations − has been awarded $156,480 in state funding for the 2000-01 academic year. With an additional $4,104 provided by Penn College, the New Choices/New Options program, which is administered through Career and …

Pennsylvania College of Technology has announced the appointment of Dennis E. Gilbert as director of the Technology Transfer Center. A Williamsport native, Gilbert is a Penn College alumnus with a degree in computer science. He has more than 14 years of technology-related experience, with the past 10 years in a technology business-management capacity.
Director Named at Technology Transfer Center Published 07.10.2000 News Faculty & Staff Home Page contents Pennsylvania College of Technology has announced the appointment of Dennis E. Gilbert as director of the Technology Transfer Center. A Williamsport native, Gilbert is a Penn College alumnus with a degree in computer science. He has more than 14 years of technology-related experience, with the past 10 years in a technology business-management capacity. "Dennis' background in manufacturing, sales, …

A trio of Pennsylvania College of Technology students captured medals in the 36th annual SkillsUSA-VICA national championships held recently in Kansas City, Mo. Two Penn College students finished second in their events and another finished third.
Three Penn College Students Win Medals at SkillsUSA-VICA National Championships Published 07.06.2000 News Student News Home Page contents A trio of Pennsylvania College of Technology students captured medals in the 36th annual SkillsUSA-VICA national championships held recently in Kansas City, Mo. Two Penn College students finished second in their events and another finished third. They were among five students from the College who earned the right to compete in the national championships by finishing …

Educators, industry representatives and supporters of graphic-arts education − including "Benjamin Franklin" − will convene at Pennsylvania College of Technology from Sunday, July 30, through Friday, Aug. 4, for the 75th annual conference of the International Graphic Arts Education Association.
College to Host International Graphic-Arts Education Conference Published 07.06.2000 News Events Home Page contents Educators, industry representatives and supporters of graphic-arts education − including "Benjamin Franklin" − will convene at Pennsylvania College of Technology from Sunday, July 30, through Friday, Aug. 4, for the 75th annual conference of the International Graphic Arts Education Association. Franklin − as portrayed by award-winning actor Ralph Archbold, who serves as the official Ben …

(EDITOR'S NOTE: The following news release was issued to Williamsport media due to the artist's local ties.
Fabric Artist Alumna to Have Quilt Displayed for 2000 'Art on Campus' Program Published 06.29.2000 News Alumni News Home Page contents (EDITOR'S NOTE: The following news release was issued to Williamsport media due to the artist's local ties. A general release about "Art on Campus" and this year's selections is forthcoming.) Thirty years ago after graduating from Williamsport High School, Susan Ball Faeder embarked on a Williamsport Rotary-sponsored journey to Japan as an exchange student − the first in a …

Michael V. Knorr, an incoming freshman enrolled for the fall semester at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. Knorr, of Gilberton, is enrolled in the Computer-Aided Drafting Technology associate-degree program.
Incoming Freshman Receives Scholarship From National SME Education Foundation Published 06.29.2000 News Student News Home Page contents Michael V. Knorr, an incoming freshman enrolled for the fall semester at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Society of Manufacturing Engineers. Knorr, of Gilberton, is enrolled in the Computer-Aided Drafting Technology associate-degree program. He is one of two students nationally to receive the competitively awarded …

Christopher O. Juden, a student in the Physician Assistant program at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been appointed Northeast Regional Communications Representative for the Student Association of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Student in Physician Assistant Program Honored Published 06.27.2000 News Student News Home Page contents Christopher O. Juden, a student in the Physician Assistant program at Pennsylvania College of Technology, has been appointed Northeast Regional Communications Representative for the Student Association of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Juden, of South Williamsport, will attend a leadership-development program sponsored by a pharmaceutical company in conjunction with an officers' workshop …

Pennsylvania College of Technology's North Campus near Wellsboro recently served as one of 10 host locations for a statewide videoconference entitled, "Consulting Small Business on Pennsylvania Regulations and Resources." The videoconference, held June 22, was jointly sponsored by the state Department of Community and Economic Development's Small Business Resource Center, state and local employer
North Campus Hosts Statewide Business Development Videoconference Published 06.26.2000 News Home Page contents Pennsylvania College of Technology's North Campus near Wellsboro recently served as one of 10 host locations for a statewide videoconference entitled, "Consulting Small Business on Pennsylvania Regulations and Resources." The videoconference, held June 22, was jointly sponsored by the state Department of Community and Economic Development's Small Business Resource Center, state and local employer …

Eight incoming freshmen at Pennsylvania College of Technology have been chosen to receive Presidential Scholarships, an honor awarded for academic excellence and service to school and community. The Presidential Scholars, who were among the top students at their respective high schools, each will receive a $2,500 scholarship for the 2000-01 academic year.
College Names Presidential Scholars for 2000 Published 06.26.2000 News Student News Home Page contents Eight incoming freshmen at Pennsylvania College of Technology have been chosen to receive Presidential Scholarships, an honor awarded for academic excellence and service to school and community. The Presidential Scholars, who were among the top students at their respective high schools, each will receive a $2,500 scholarship for the 2000-01 academic year. Presidential Scholars also are given the …