Class Notes shares the achievements and milestones of alumni of Pennsylvania College of Technology and its predecessors, Williamsport Area Community College and Williamsport Technical Institute. Share your story.
Dennis Leber, 1971
electrical construction
Dennis retired in 2017 as a senior systems network engineer for the U.S. House of Representatives. He installed and maintained copper and fiber optics in the House office buildings. He also holds an associate degree in electrical engineering technology from Penn State. He resides in York.
Andrew Nagy, 1970
civil engineering technology
Andrew is retired and resides in Montoursville.
Barb LeGeyt, 2021
welding & fabrication engineering technology
Barb is a welding engineer for John Deere. She resides in Davenport, Iowa.
Thomas Schatz, 1976
automotive technology
Thomas retired from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles after 34 years. He was a parts manager and was active with numerous community colleges and the Mopar Career Automotive Program. He moved to Montgomery, Texas, in the Houston area, in 2023.
Aaron Kough, 2023
heating, ventilation & air conditioning technology
Aaron is a plumber for Myco Mechanical. He resides in Three Springs and looks forward to welcoming a baby in July 2024.
Mark Altmyer, 2021
building automation engineering technology
Mark is a field technician for Chesapeake Controls. He resides in Evans City.
Grace Hollister, 2023
dental hygiene
Grace is a dental hygienist for Sprout Dental. She resides in Waymart.
Alexis (Ashby) Weinrich, 2020
applied health studies and surgical technology (2018)
Alexis is an endocrinology physician assistant for Walla Walla Clinic and Surgery Center. She married her Penn College sweetheart, Austin '20, residential construction technology and management, in 2021. They reside in College Place, Wash.
Emily (Lenhart) Boltz, 2017
emergency management technology
Emily is a workforce safety specialist for Lehigh Valley Health Network. She resides in Lenhartsville.
Kathy Thompson, 1996
legal assistant-paralegal studies
Kathy is a senior corporate recruiter for First Quality Enterprises. She resides in Howard.
Robert Warble Jr., 1997
electronics technology: communications/fiber optics
Robert is a locomotive engineer/freight conductor for Norfolk Southern Corp. He chairs the West Hanover Parks and Recreation board and is a member of the West Hanover Lions Club. He resides in Harrisburg with his wife and their teen son, a potential future Wildcat.
Thomas Wisse, 2008
residential construction technology and management: architectural technology concentration
Thomas is a sales representative for Bonland Industries. He and his wife, Lauren, welcomed their second son, Jack, in August 2023. They reside in Oak Ridge, N.J.
Barbara (Brown) Downs, 2000
computer applications technology
Barbara is a laborer for Spartronics, prepping circuit board parts, and plans to retire in November 2024. She resides in Williamsport and recently became a great-grandmother.
Aaron Burson, 2016
surveying technology
Aaron is a utility locate technician for USIC, which provides underground utility location and damage prevention. He is married and resides in Williamsport.
Madison (Januchowski) Lewis, 2018
emergency management technology
Madison is an enterprise buyer for RS Integrated Supply. She is a recipient of the company's 2023 Rising Star Award. She resides in Montoursville.
Jessica (McCloskey) Guenot, 2016
surgical technology
Jessica is a certified surgical technologist for Mount Nittany Medical Center. She and her husband welcomed their second child, daughter Jenna, in March 2023, and Jessica returned to Penn College in Fall 2023 to pursue a degree in nursing. The family resides in Bellefonte.
Bruce Statler, 2004
computer information technology: data communications and networking
Bruce is a service desk analyst level 2 for Global Data Consultants LLC. He resides in Chambersburg.
Haylie Shaffer, 2018
health information technology
Haylie is a clinical laboratory assistant II for Atrium Health. She completed a certificate in phlebotomy from Carolinas College of Heath Sciences and passed the board exam for phlebotomy in May. She is pursuing Registered Health Information Technician exam prep courses. She has a son and resides in Charlotte, N.C.
Clint Wessner, 1995
electrical occupations
Clint is an electrical technician for Hershey Foods, troubleshooting and repairing equipment. He resides in Pine Grove.
Christine Reed, 2013
culinary arts and systems
Christine is a program manager for the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency. She resides in Brookline, Mass.
Helena Floyd, 2023
applied management and individual studies (2007)
Helena is a student affairs specialist for Penn College. She resides in Williamsport.
Danielle Wesneski, 2021
applied management and baking and pastry arts (2019)
Danielle is a restaurant manager for Olive Garden. She resides in Williamsport.
Holly (Hartsock) Hassler, 2014
legal assistant-paralegal
Holly is an office assistant for American Health Holdings, an independent subsidiary of CVS Health. She and her husband welcomed their first child, son Anakin, in 2022. They reside in Newmanstown.
Ryan Buckwalter, 2000
landscape/nursery technology
Ryan is owner/president of Buckwalter Landscape Services. He welcomed a son, Benjamin Ryan, in April 2023. They reside in Douglassville.
Kelli Allen, 2013
applied human services
Kelli is a neurologic counselor for Lakeside Educational Network. She provides services in the junior and senior high school in the Exeter Township School District. She holds a master's in clinical mental health counseling with a specialization in counseling children/adolescents from Lock Haven University. She resides in Womelsdorf with her husband and their daughter.
Erin Sullivan, 2016
applied human services
Erin a licensed professional counselor for Pathways for Change LLC., conducting individual and family therapy for individuals aged 5-25 who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, behavioral issues, etc. She holds a master's in clinical mental health counseling from Southern New Hampshire University. She lives in Whitehall.
Andrew Goodwin, 2011
individual studies
Andrew is a health, safety and environment manager for Michels Power Inc. He resides in Le Raysville.
Angela (Charcas) Lorimer, 2009
graphic design
Angela is an art director for The Cigna Group/Evernorth. She resides in Charleston, S.C.
Ashleigh Lazor, 2015
radiography
Ashleigh is a radiologic technologist for St. Luke's Miners Memorial Hospital. She resides in Weatherly.
Paula (Lebiedziewski) Fetterolf, 2000
occupational therapy assistant
Paula is a certified occupational therapy assistant for North Schuylkill School District. She resides in Gordon.