Education

Girls entering ninth and 10th – and, now, 11th – grades this fall are encouraged to attend Penn College's July 10-14 residential program intended to cultivate their interest in math and science. Enrollment is limited to the first 50 applicants, each of whom is charged a $150 materials fee. Participants are housed in college residence halls, and all meals are provided. more»

In spite of the fact that his team went 0-3 in its first national competition, Penn College softball coach Roger Harris looked at the bright side. “Sure, they were a little bit dejected that they didn’t perform better, but I told them there were 30 other teams who weren’t there and we were. more»

The Marcellus Shale Education & Training Center at Penn College recently delivered training for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s National Training Institute. The objective of the OSHA 3000 course is to familiarize OSHA compliance officers with the processes used in the extraction of oil and gas. It was presented by Jeffrey F. more»

MANSFIELD, PA— Before they walk across the stage to receive their diplomas, Mansfield University’s newest graduates were encouraged to cherish the bond they have with each other and their soon-to-be alma mater.
Joyce Cal was the guest speaker for the annual event held on Friday, May 6. more»

MANSFIELD, PA— The work of the Marcellus Shale Water Study Group at Mansfield University is far from over, but because some student members are graduating the group gathered for a “team” photo recently.
The group’s blind study to test area water samples for barium and strontium, two substances whose presence would indicate that flowback fluid is interacting with ground water near gas wells, has dr more»

A class project supported by alumni donations has resulted in a new scholarship fund at Penn College. In 2009, $1,500 from the pool of donations designated by alumni to support the School of Business and Computer Technologies was set aside as seed money for an annual project in the Principles of Management course. more»

MANSFIELD, PA— A reception to honor students who participated in the “Leadership MU” program at Mansfield University was held on Tuesday, May 3 in the North Hall Atrium.
Thirty-three students who participated in all five program workshops held during the spring semester received certificates of completion. more»

MANSFIELD, PA— Ashley Valentine (Tunkhannock, PA) and Lovefelia Grandoe (Bristol, PA), both students in Mansfield University’s TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) Program, have earned cash scholarships for their hard work, dedication and academic excellence. more»

MANSFIELD, PA—Nineteen Mansfield University faculty were honored as 2010-11 outstanding senior mentors at a reception on Thursday, April 21.
They were recognized by MU’s outstanding senior nominees for being a positive influence on them with and have mentored them as a student and future professional.
Each faculty member received a plaque and a copy of the nominating letter from the student.
The h more»

Three commencement ceremonies will be offered at the Community Arts Center in Williamsport for nearly 950 students who have petitioned to graduate from Penn College following the Spring 2011 semester. At 3 p.m. Friday, May 13, a ceremony will be offered for students from the schools of Construction and Design Technologies and Health Sciences. On Saturday, May 14, two ceremonies will be held. more»

Penn College baseball and softball teams each finished third in the Penn State University Athletic Conference Championships over the weekend, and, while the baseball season ends, the softball team was awarded an invitation to this weekend’s United States Collegiate Athletic Association National Championships.

MANSFIELD, PA— The three rooms once displayed paintings, sculptures and other works of art. Today the two-level exhibit area gives you news—from six different points of view.
It’s called The Mansfield University Visual News Library.
The art exhibit area on the first floor of North Hall moved with the opening of the new Allen Hall in 2010. more»

Despite adversity throughout their seasons – due, in part, to poor spring weather resulting in inconsistent play, and injuries – Penn College softball and baseball teams have met the preseason expectations of their coaches. Roger Harris, in his 10th year as softball coach, and Chris Howard, in season No. more»

Despite adversity throughout their seasons – due in part to poor spring weather, resulting in inconsistent play, and injuries – Penn College softball and baseball teams have met the preseason expectations of their coaches. Roger Harris, in his 10th year as softball coach, and Chris Howard, in season No. more»

Seven Penn College students recently presented research during a student poster session at the Mid-Atlantic Consortium for Human Services annual conference. more»

From April 29-May 13, The Gallery at Penn College, on the third floor of Madigan Library, will host “Design: 2011,” a portfolio exhibition by seniors in the college’s graphic design major. more»

Invasive species such as autumn olive, exotic honeysuckle and ailanthus know no boundaries as where to take root. more»

MANSFIELD, PA— Three Mansfield University biology students made presentations at the annual meeting of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania University Biologists (CPUB) at California University of Pennsylvania on March 16.
Ken Lavallee (Norwood, PA) took first place for his oral presentation ecology/organismal session. more»

A group of Penn College students contributed to The Pennsylvania State University Advanced Vehicle Team’s EcoCar by producing custom brake rotors for the vehicle. more»

The Penn College archery team made a strong showing at the Eastern Regional Intercollegiate Archery Championships this past weekend. Freshmen Brandon Allison (Roaring Spring) and Kelvin Dewalt (Easton) and senior Zack Plannick (Coraopolis) took top spots in men’s recurve, bow hunter and compound, respectively. more»

A team of two-year students from Penn College's School of Construction and Design Technologies, first-place winners at this year’s National Association of Home Builders Residential Construction Management Competition, recently was more»

PCToday continues its regular feature – welcoming new full-time and regular part-time Penn College employees, as reported by the Human Resources Office.

A Penn College student was awarded The Pennsylvania State University’s 2011 Achieving Women Award for her work at Penn State Schuylkill. Penny K. Shade, of Schuylkill Haven, works in Penn State Schuylkill’s Hidden Stream Café and oversees the campus’s catering service. She also is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in culinary arts and systems from Penn College. more»

MANSFIELD, PA— The Mansfield University Chamber Singers, under the direction of Peggy Dettwiler, will perform Aus der Tiefe rufe ich, Herr, zu dir by Johann Sebastian Bach on Friday, April 22, 7:30 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church in Mansfield. The program is free and open to the public.
The performance will include a small instrumental ensemble of faculty and student players. more»