Winter PennDulum 2021 by Central Penn College

A Magazine for Alumni and Friends of Central Penn College

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FEDRIZZIWILLIAMS 10th Central Penn College 10th Central Penn College President President

CENTRAL PENN COLLEGE EDUCATION FOUNDATION:

Kristal Turner-Childs, ’17, MPS, got Homecoming Weekend off to a rousing start with an inspirational speech about overcoming challenges at the 140th Anniversary Celebration and Graduate Toast.

director of development

Sandra Box

CENTRAL PENN ALUMNI ASSOCIATION: president

Randy Weir ’76 vice president

Lucy Hunsburger ’02, '10 treasurer

Daneen Collier ’10 secretary

Ashley Wert ’15, '16 director for alumni engagement coordinator

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Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams editor-in-chief Greg Colburn

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Sandra Box editor

Mary Wetzel contributing writers

Lezli Austen Mary Beth Fisher

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Michael Fedor Mary Beth Fisher

Academic Update Education Foundation Scholarships and Awards

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Campus News

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The Alumni Adventure Travel Group

Alumni Association Membership Levels 2021

Campus Athletics College Corner Alumni Engagement Class Notes Calendar Alumni Eternal

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The mission of PennDulum is to help Central Penn graduates stay connected with their alma mater, present opportunities for alumni, friends and community members to assist current and future students, and to share ways that readers can get involved in the life of Central Penn College.

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Dear alumni and friends, Central Penn College celebrated its 140th anniversary with a Magical Moments Homecoming Weekend on Oct. 15–16. I hope you were able to attend because… wow, what a weekend! The Summerdale campus was teeming with people—students, alumni, employees, community members, special guests, friends and family—who came to toast our 2020 and 2021 graduates... listen to the band, A Proud Monkey, at the college's first-ever concert... and stroll our beautiful grounds, while browsing the wares of 80+ vendors during the Fall Harvest Festival. Even the weather cooperated, for the most part. Rain was forecast for much of Saturday, but it held off until the last hour of Fall Harvest. It was great meeting and reconnecting with so many alumni and friends of the college. Investing in Innovation Homecoming Weekend showcased the college’s rich history… our strong relationship with the surrounding community… and the powerful impact our alumni have made and are making on the region. Since being founded 140 years ago, the college has continually evolved to meet the demands of a dynamic workplace. Today, that commitment to innovation is perhaps stronger than any other time in history. In the last year, the college has rolled out more than a dozen certificate programs. You can expect more of the same in 2022. Next year, we’ll launch a new Surgical Technician Certificate. The program will eventually be housed in a state-of-the-art facility, thanks to grants from two local partners: Cumberland County awarded CPC $1.4 million, which will be used, in part, to create an operating room lab and classrooms at 730 Valley Road. UPMC provided the college $75,000 for virtual reality software to simulate working in an operating room. Investing in Community The college’s philanthropic initiative this year is the Raise the Roof campaign, which assists those in our communities experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity. So far, we’ve raised more than $6,000 and collected more than 5,000 items. All proceeds benefit seven nonprofits––in seven different counties throughout the capital region–– combatting these challenging issues. Please consider supporting our campaign at: https://givebutter.com/roof.

With gratitude, @CentralPennPres facebook.com/CentralPennPresident officeofthepresident@centralpenn.edu

Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, EdD, MA President of Central Penn College

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For its 140th anniversary, Central Penn College threw itself a weekend-long birthday party and invited the campus and surrounding communities. And guess what? They showed up… in a big way! The Magical Moments Homecoming Weekend featured a variety of signature events that showcased the college’s vitality as a community resource… its beautiful campus and facilities… and its importance as an educational and economic force in the area. Over the two days of homecoming, several thousand people visited the Summerdale campus. “As we all know, it’s been a challenging 18 months for everybody, especially for our students,” said Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, president of Central Penn College. “The Cabinet and I felt that we really needed to come together and celebrate the Central Penn experience in true Knight fashion, and I’m proud to say we did. Our Magical Moments Homecoming Weekend was a Derek Jeter walk-off grand slam,” said the President, revealing her New York roots. She grew up in Middletown, N.Y., and is a lifelong New York Yankees and Giants fan. She thanked the Advancement, Admissions and Communications teams for their efforts in organizing this year’s multi-event Homecoming Weekend. Last year, the Fall Harvest Festival, as well as all homecoming activities, were cancelled due to the pandemic. Not this year… Homecoming Weekend 2021 featured an action-packed schedule, beginning at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, with a 140th Anniversary Celebration and Graduate Toast at the Conference Center.

A Rousing Start Alum Kristal Turner-Childs gave a powerful, inspirational speech about turning challenges into opportunities and then having the courage to say “yes” to those opportunities, even when they’re not quite what you want. She credits her decision to accept some less than glamorous assignments earlier in her career for helping fuel her recent successes. In fact, a few days prior to her speech, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf promoted Lieutenant Colonel Turner-Childs to the position of deputy commissioner of staff for the Pennsylvania State Police. She is the first African-American woman in the department’s 116-year history to attain the rank.

Overcoming Challenges, Seizing Opportunities “I see challenges as the pop quizzes of life. Life’s pop quizzes force us to show up. To prove to ourselves that we are who we dream of,” said Turner-Childs, who earned her master’s in Organizational Leadership, from Central Penn in 2017.

“When challenges come, I set my alarm clock,” she continued. “I wake up ready to win. I challenge you to win.” Turner-Childs congratulated the graduates of 2020 and 2021 for their accomplishments and urged them to be prepared to take on new challenges “because there will be more to come,” she said. “The beauty of a challenge is you get to show up.” That rousing start set the tone for the entire weekend.

A History of Career-Relevant Education Central Penn College traces its history to 1881, when the Pennsylvania Business College was founded at 307 Market Street in Harrisburg. For the next 89 years, a continuous series of careeroriented business colleges existed on Market Street in the heart of the capital city’s business district. The college’s mission has always been clear—to provide a career-focused education. From those humble beginnings as a one-classroom business school, Central Penn College has continually innovated, expanding its offerings to meet the dynamics of a changing market place. “The college’s ability to evolve over the course of its history is a testament to the resiliency and determination of not only the institution’s leadership but also our student population through the years,” said President Fedrizzi-Williams. “And our current students have those two key qualities in abundance,” said President Fedrizzi-Williams. As a business school in the 1880s, the college focused on training students how to work successfully in a professional office environment. With the recent inventions of the typewriter and the adding machine, the modern office workplace was being born. The college was there to meet the demand for skilled office workers by offering courses in typing, stenography and bookkeeping. “For people born in the latter half of the 20th and the early part of the 21st century, it’s sometimes hard to imagine how completely different life was in the 1880s,” said Michael Fedor, Vice President of Advancement & Strategic Initiatives. “There was no electricity, no cars, few paved roads, no internet, no television. Telephones had just been invented, but few people had them. “Horse-drawn trollies were the primary method of mass transportation within the city,” continued Fedor. “Out of this much different––yet still bustling and vibrant––time emerged the institution that is today known as Central Penn College.”

Becoming Central Penn In 1922, Professor William H. Hartsock was relieved from his position as head of the accountancy department at the Harrisburg Business College/School of Commerce located at 15

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S. Market Square. Numerous faculty and anywhere from 150 to 250 Harrisburg Business College students followed, who on Oct. 30 of that same year, opened the doors to Central Pennsylvania Business School, less than three blocks away. From the very beginning, the mission of providing a career-focused education also was tied to learning the latest technology… because that knowledge was critical to landing jobs in the burgeoning field of business and office work. An excerpt from the college’s 1930 catalog touts “instruction on the mimeograph, stenotype, electric bookkeeping machine, adding machine, calculating machine and Dictaphone.” In the 1962 college catalog, the list of classroom equipment includes 90 typewriters, seven of which are IBM electrics; calculators; bank and key adding machines, dictating machines, tape recorders; addressing machines and IBM key punch machines. In the three decades between the 1930s and 1960s, office technologies exploded. And that trend has just accelerated over the last six decades. Today, the college has multiple computer labs, with 225

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computers available for student use. The library also loans out laptops as well.

From Harrisburg to Summerdale In 1970, Central Pennsylvania Business School moved across the Susquehanna River to Summerdale. President Bart Milano and his wife Jean began the creation of the school's current suburban Summerdale campus, featuring all new structures that included academic buildings, apartment-style housing and recreation facilities. The transition from business school to college began in 1977 when the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accredited Central Penn. In 1999, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recognized Central Penn as a two-year college with degree-granting privileges. In December of 2000, Pennsylvania's Secretary of Education approved Central Penn College to operate as a four-year degree-granting college. “Central Penn’s journey from a business school to a four-year college was, at times, long and winding,” said President FedrizziWilliams. “Yet, for me, it symbolizes the journey that many of our students and

alumni have experienced. Earning your degree is not always a straightforward process, especially if you’re a firstgeneration college student… a working parent juggling childcare, work and classes… a second-chance student… a returning student, to name a few. “The common thread for both the college and our students,” continued the President, “is that it takes hard work, persistence, resiliency and determination to reach that next level.”

First-Ever Concert Following the Grad Toast on Friday evening was the college’s first-ever oncampus concert, an event sponsored by Members 1st Federal Credit Union. Local indie pop band After Hours warmed up the crowd for headliner, A Proud Monkey, the East Coast’s premier Dave Matthews tribute band. With temperatures in the 70s, families and couples—with their lawn chairs and blankets—gathered in the grass along the tiered parking lots to enjoy a rousing twohour show. By the first hour, people were dancing and swaying in front of the stage. The Alumni tent was hopping as concertgoers enjoyed pizza and beverages

provided by Al’s of Hampden and Pizza Boy Brewing, which are both owned by alumnus Al Kominski. A big shout-out to Joe Caviston, Digital Media Strategist at the college, for booking the bands and coordinating the stage set-up and logistics to pull off a successful event.

free candied apples and cotton candy, as well as turns in the bouncy castles. Alumni and CPC employees stopped by the popup merchandise table and picked up the latest Central Penn gear. Visitors checked in at registration for their free Magical Moments t-shirt and CPC swag.

The Magical Moments Homecoming Weekend ended magically with a screening of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the Capital Blue Cross Theatre. There was a Harry Potter costume contest and attendees enjoyed their fill of preHalloween snacks.

Fall Harvest Festival

After three hours, the skies darkened and then the rains came, sending everyone to their vehicles.

“Central Penn College is such an amazing place, and I’m so happy that we were able to share the Central Penn experience with so many in our community,” said President Fedrizzi-Williams.

There was rain, including thunderstorms, in the forecast for Saturday. Would the Fall Harvest Festival, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., have to be cancelled for a second year in a row (this time due to inclement weather)? “I banned all Communications team members from even thinking of the word ‘rain,“ joked Mary Wetzel, Associate VP of Advancement & Strategic Initiatives. She took the lead role in planning and organizing the Homecoming Weekend. With a record number of vendors (80+) scheduled to participate in Fall Harvest, expectations were running high for a very successful event, if the weather would just cooperate. And it did, mostly. For the first three hours, the rain held off and the Summerdale campus was inundated with visitors—students, alumni, faculty, staff, community members and fans of the college. Kids were enjoying the

“Despite the rain at the end, I have to say this was the most successful Fall Harvest Festival since I’ve been at the college,” said Wetzel, who began her CPC career in 1998. Prior to Fall Harvest, the college hosted an Open House on Saturday morning. More than 30 students and their families attended the event, with many of them staying for the festival.

Soccer Game and Harry Potter Movie The game must go on, to paraphrase an old saying. A little rain didn’t stop the diehard athletes representing both graduates and current students in the inaugural Alumni vs. Students soccer game at Adams Ricci Park. The Alumni ending up winning 5–4 in a highly competitive match.

“Our chief want in life is to meet someone who causes us to do what we did not think we were capable of doing. The Central Penn experience had that effect on her students. This I believe.” – Todd Milano, 8th president of Central Penn College, 1989–2012.

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Testimonials “Being the first Central Penn graduate to serve on the college’s board of directors was an incredible honor for me. I served on the board for nine years and was chairman for five of those years.”

– Bill Kobel, ’81, A.S. mass media, executive vice president of the JPL Agency. He is an alumnus, a former employee and former Board of Directors member.

“Central Penn College provided me with a career-specific degree that enabled me to quickly and effectively get into the workforce in the field of my choice. The value of my CPC education was significant as I was able to obtain my degree without going into debt.” – Emily (Wevodau) Thoman, ’08, A.S. PTA, vice president at Wevodau Insurance & Benefit Strategies, Inc.

“I was lucky enough in 1980 to begin my education at Central Penn in computer information systems. It prepared me very well for my career in computers that spanned over 35 years.”

— Ken Blessing, ’82, A.S. computer information systems, executive vice president at ImageVision.Net.

“Having the degree from CPC has allowed me to have some really amazing jobs over the years, I was the Deputy Travel Manager for the Federal Air Marshal Program. The government brought me in right after 9/11 and I created all the departments for what is now US Department of Homeland Security. I also worked at 20th Century Fox in Beverly Hills and Deutsche Bank in London, UK. I’m always learning and growing in my field.”

“My time at Central Penn was a pivotal moment of my life. It truly paved the way to my success. I would like to thank the college for treating me more like family. The friends that I made at Central Penn are still close to me and in touch with me in Philippines. All the best for the next 100 years.”

– Pat Kobela, ’83, A.S. travel, regional director of sales at Chartwell Hotels.

“Attending Central Penn College was an integral part of shaping my future. They taught me more structure and prepared me well for my career in healthcare.”

— Bill Furman, ’82, A.S. travel & tourism, director of operations at Hickory Global Partners.

“Central Penn College gave me the opportunity to feel like I was doing something important and contributing to society. I had worked at other endeavors before coming to Central Penn. The difference was that I didn't always do things that directly impacted another person's success. At Central Penn, I knew that my efforts directly affected students and their chance for success.” – Harve Tannebaum, long-time Information Technology professor who retired in early 2021.

– Susan Comp, ’81, Cert. surgical technician, UPMC Central Pa. chief nursing officer at UPMC Harrisburg.

“To me, Central Penn College meant that I could further my career, and better the future of myself, family and my children while still attending to life's other needs and priorities.” – Ronald Grim, Jr., ’17, B.S. business administration, founder/ceo at Eventfuli.

“Central Penn College appealed to me because it provided an efficient route to a college degree in an environment where I would learn from instructors with actual real-world experience rather than professors who have made a career exclusively in academia.”

– Jeremy Jenkins, ’95, A.S. mass media, Chief Executive Officer at Lanco Federal Credit Union.

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“Earning my bachelor's degree from Central Penn College in 2005 was such a huge accomplishment for me personally. It really was the defining moment for the rest of my life.”

– Sam Morgan, ’05, B.S. criminal justice administration. Sam joined the faculty in 2006 and served as Chair for the School of Legal and Justice before retiring in March 2021.

“When I think of Central Penn College, I think of opportunity. The college is responsive to the needs of non-traditional students, those who are older and who want to change career paths. Central Penn also extends access to those in high school who may not think college is for them. That opportunity can be life-changing!” – Dr. Carol Spigner. She serves on the college’s Board of Directors.

ALUMNUS

BRIAN WANNER

APPEARS ON

THE BRIDGE PODCAST

By Greg Colburn, Senior Communications Specialist

Sometimes, a negative experience can be a more powerful motivator for personal change than a positive one. That was the case for Brian Wanner. Who recently appeared on The Bridge Podcast. Early in his career, the Central Penn alum was working as an assistant manager at a local supermarket. The then 22-year-old found himself on the receiving end of an angry tirade by one of the company’s leaders after Wanner failed to answer a question correctly. Two thoughts coursed through his mind: 1) Am I going to get fired? and 2) Why would a so-called leader treat an employee so horribly?

“That exchange really piqued my interest in leadership,” said Wanner, who graduated from CPC in 1990 with an associate degree in Finance. He was driven to discover what makes both leaders and organizations successful and how that success can be sustained and nurtured. Since 2000, Wanner has been employed with the GIANT Company, one of the leading omni-channel food marketers in the Mid-Atlantic area. The company employs 37,000 team members and operates supermarkets in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. For his first six years at the company, Wanner worked on the retail side of the house as a store manager. He gained invaluable experience on how to hire and build a quality team, motivate employees, and create a valuable customer experience, while meeting the operational demands of the marketplace and running a successful organization. Eventually, he decided to transition to human resources (HR), which was considered an unusual move, especially since it involved a pay cut. But he had found his true calling––how to create and foster a people-centric company culture. “It’s almost

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to team members,” he said. “It's making sure that you have the right culture in place, having the right benefits to support that culture.”

New Partnership Expanding growth opportunities for employees is a key tenet of a robust and inclusive culture as well. “We want to make sure that for anyone who works for us that there are career growth opportunities,” said Wanner. Earlier this year, GIANT and Central Penn College partnered on a customized corporate education program. Since March, 27 GIANT team members have been participating in an 18-credit certificate program in organizational management. The graduating ceremony was held at the Conference Center in early December. “With this program, we can accelerate learning in key areas, such as change management and organizational development, for our team members,” said Wanner. “From the feedback I’ve heard, it’s going really well.”

Reflecting on His CPC Experience Alumnus Brian Wanner with President Linda Fedrizzi-Williams a Peter Drucker thing where culture equals strategy,” said Wanner, referencing the famous business management author and theorist. “No matter what you develop, no matter the quality of your team members, if you don't lead correctly, creating a successful culture isn’t going to happen,” said the Mechanicsburg resident.

Wanner grew up in Lancaster County and attended Ephrata High School. He admits he wasn’t always the best student, but he still was focused on going to college. A conversation with his guidance counselor was a wake-up call for the ambitious teenager. “My guidance counselor said, ‘Hey, where do you want to work?’ And I said, ‘Well, I’m going to college.’”

Present Position

When Wanner heard the counselor’s response, “You’re not going to college with your grades,” he hit the books hard. “I really worked to improve my grades. But one area that I really loved was business.”

In his current role as Director of Talent & Inclusion, Wanner has a direct impact on building a sustainable, mutually beneficial company culture. “The role really looks at our entire employee lifecycle,” he says. “From sourcing and hiring, to developing training and growing rewards, to change management and performance management.”

Back at the guidance office, he found a brochure for Central Penn, and it really resonated with him. “I remember signing it out and taking it home, showing my parents. Students at that time had to wear suits and ties… there was the dress code, and it really spoke to me,” he said.

GIANT recently went through a “culture refresh” that examined and strengthened the connections between team members, customers and the company brand. “Two of the questions we asked were,” said Wanner, “Why do team members decide to work for GIANT? And why do they stay?” Those questions took on even more significance during the pandemic. Wanner praised how both management and frontline employees responded to this unprecedented crisis. In addition, the company hired 8,000 new workers. “We did a lot to help support our team members through the entire process by demonstrating care,” said Wanner. “I applaud our managers who were buying sandwiches and food from local restaurants for team members. We had appreciation, offered bonuses and extended sick leave.” “I think one of the changes that will be in place for all companies going forward is just how care is so important

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Experiential Learning “It was a great experience,” says Wanner of his time at CPC. He appreciated the mix of academic and hands-on learning. “The thing I love about Central Penn is how you get both, so here's the methodology and but then here's also how it applies in real life. Did it work? If it didn’t, here's why. That really connected with the way I learn.” “I always say that I'm very curious,” he continued. “And I think the way Central Penn taught me really helped me to be curious throughout my entire life.” After Central Penn, he earned his bachelor’s’ in Business Administration from Elizabethtown College and his master’s in Strategic Leadership from Messiah University. To listen to Brian's interview, go to: centralpenn.edu/podcast

CPCSUCCESS

American Rescue Plan Funds Awarded to College Central Penn College has been awarded $1.4 million in American Rescue Plan funds through a competitive grant program administered by Cumberland County. The grant was written through a combined effort of the offices of the president, administration and finance, advancement & strategic initiatives and academic affairs. The funds are awarded for use in 2021–2022 and are specifically allocated for COVID-19 revenue impacts, as well as investments in workforce development programming to benefit Cumberland County and the region as outlined in our Strategic Plan. The president’s cabinet will be working the allocation of these dollars into the 2022 budget.

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Pinning Ceremony Congratulations to all of the PTA, OTA, MA and phlebotomy students joining us this evening,” said Dr. Anne Bizup at the Summerdale pinning ceremony in October. “You have reached a milestone in your journey here at Central Penn.” More than 60 Allied Health students gathered to celebrate the completion of the didactic portion of their programs. “Our world needs healthcare providers like you right now,” said Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, president of the college. “We need your talent, your insight, your courage and your compassion.” She commended the students for persevering and mastering the often-challenging material and doing so amidst a global pandemic.

Dr. Wolfe Receives

Outstanding Service Award The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) named Dr. Krista Wolfe as a recipient of the 2021 Outstanding Service Award. A licensed athletic trainer and physical therapist, Wolfe is the vice president of Academic Affairs and provost at Central Penn College, where she has taught since 2006.

Wolfe was recognized by FSBPT for her volunteer efforts as part of a team who wrote questions that appeared on the national licensure examination for physical therapists and assistants in the United States. She was one of five recipients of this year’s award.

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Dual Enrollment College in the High School

Central Penn College has recently partnered with 11 regional high schools on new dual enrollment agreements. “Students at these institutions now have the opportunity to take college courses and earn college credits while still in high school,” said Michael Fedor, VP of Advancement and Strategic Initiatives. As a result of these efforts, 37 high school students were enrolled in CPC during the fall term. The college has signed agreements with the following high schools: Commonwealth Charter Academy Cedar Cliff High School Red Land High School Carlisle Area School District East Pennsboro Area School District West Perry School District Elizabethtown Area School District Warwick School District Hinkletown Mennonite School Heritage Christian Academy Lower Dauphin Area School District

Club MEd provided free blood pressure screenings at the Cumberland County 50+ EXPO. Club MEd has been a steady participant in this expo for many years. The Allied Health students gain valuable real-world experience while providing a beneficial service to the 50+ Community.

Learning the Patient's Perspective First-Hand PTA students roll around campus in wheelchairs to experience first-hand the challenges faced by people with disabilities and/or who are injured. The goal for students—who are in the PTA Procedure class—is to propel a wheelchair and see how accessible they feel our campus is while trying to complete the tasks independently.

New CPR Mannequins Enhance Training OTA students recently underwent CPR training in a class taught by Maggie Wagner, academic coordinator of Clinical Education for the PTA program. Students watched several videos and then practiced proper CPR techniques on new, more life-like mannequins, which were purchased with the Workforce Development grant recently awarded by Cumberland County to the college. “The new CPR mannequins facilitated students’ learning and apprehension of the material," said Wagner. "These mannequins provide immediate feedback to the students about proper technique, which is vital in an emergency.”

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Legal Studies

Legal Studies Program Director Bob Donley recently hosted a student trip to the Dauphin County courthouse in Harrisburg. The students visited President Judge John Cherry, Dauphin County District Attorney Francis T. Chardo, and other officials. As a result, Legal Studies student Andrea Padilla was offered an internship with the Register of Wills!

Lancaster Pinning Ceremony in September Congratulations to the 22 Lancaster Center students who received their Allied Health pins in Septembers. Speakers included President Linda Fedrizzi-Williams; Anne Bizup, dean, School of Health Sciences; PTA Program Director Nicole Patterson, and Medical Assisting Instructor Kelly Little.

MA Students with faculty and Pres. FedrizziWilliams

Steve Shoemaker:

Long-time Employee says good bye Steve Shoemaker retired in September after 29+ years at Central Penn College. His wide-ranging career—across multiple departments and disciplines— is a testament to Steve's flexibility, curiosity, intelligence and commitment to lifelong learning. For the last 13 years of his CPC career, he was the senior technical specialist in the IT department, but guess where he began his CPC career? The surprising answer is... as a “faculty member.”

Congratulations, to 2021 future healthcare workers!

Yes, he got his start as a part-time instructor teaching Front Office Management at 7 a.m. (!) in the Hotel/ Restaurant Management program.

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Guest Speakers Share Their Real-World Experience Two guest speakers recently visited students in Adjunct Instructor Bob Wesoloskie’s Advertising and Risk Management and Insurance classes. Executive Vice President of the JPL Agency Bill Kobel, '81, shared his journey that began in radio, with stops in public relations and corporate communications, and eventually led to his current position in marketing and advertising as an executive with one of the top firms in the region. Kobel’s ties to Central Penn are deeply rooted. He is an alumnus, former employee in the marketing department and former board member. He served five years as chairman of the CPC board of directors, from 2010–2014. Later that day, Mathew Hoffman took students in the Risk Management class on a deep dive into the world of annuities and other insurance-related products. Hoffman is a financial advisor affiliated with All State Insurance. “Guest speakers are a great way for students to see how academic concepts are actually applied in the real world,” said Wesoloskie, who has taught at CPC since 2000.

First Medical Billing and Coding Cohort Finishes Congratulations to the first cohort of the Medical Billing and Coding Certificate program! The 18-credit certificate includes medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, health insurance and procedural & diagnostic coding classes and prepares the students for employment and for the certification exams. Those receiving certificates were Cassandra Burkholder, Kara Delancey, Kimberly Fulgenzi, Karin Jornov, Roxann Kennedy, Jill Kuhn, Charles Nugent, Michelle Smith and Lindsay Walter.

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Connecting

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better future The honor of helping families gather around the table is never lost on us, so we give back in ways that build a better future for all.

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Central Penn College Education Foundation Scholarships and Awards ABAYASEKARA FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Veronica Rodriguez

ANONYMOUS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS

Chloe Cole Jahrae Patterson Dara Smith Dominique Thomas-McClurkin Dejah Travis Carolyn Rager Barsha Chantyal Ivette Colon Courtney Darden Gracie Hess Cynthia Parrales Valerie Coleman-Frantz Hans Memisevic Yovany Herrera

BAILEY FAMILY FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Amanda Kratzer Rachel Layton

CAMPBELL CLAN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Zachary Feehrer

CAPITAL BLUECROSS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Yovany Herrera Marissa Garman

THOMAS AND THERESA FRATICELLI ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Taylor Lagyak

Shelby Neumayer

WILLIAM & KAREN GLADSTONE SCHOLARSHIP

THE JENZABAR FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Emily Boyd Holly Dalton Madison Lucey

DUANE AND SUSAN GREENLY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Cierra Beaston Jerika Cordell

HALL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

Gretchen Garland Marissa Humphrey

CRAIGER C. PARKER "ROCK STEADY" ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Tahniyaah Jackson

GEORGE & RITA PATTERSON FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Ashley Dell

JAMES AND TAMARA HEPFER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

PENNLANTIC ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

HOLTZMAN FAMILY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Jessica Phillips

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Jessica Lahr Thyda Nuon

Brianna Soltis

DARYL AND DENNIS KENES ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Logan Hoke Hans Desire Kielie Hillegass AnnRhea Roser Liana Verbos Shane Howell

J. MARTIN ENGLE '29 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Estephany Nunez Jimenez

Tiffany Dobbins

Bobbie Barnett Alden Hahn James Hallinan Yovany Herrera Tahniyaah Jackson Myrna Vicente-Cruz Dixie DeJesus Taschi Johns Luis Rivera Angela Williams

DEREK HATHAWAY LEADERSHIP IN BUSINESS ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

EDWIN AND CAROL ENGERER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

JACK F. KEISER ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

GREENLY FAMILY FOUNDATION TECHNOLOGY AWARD CHARLES "T" JONES Keyla Abreu-Carraco LEADERSHIP LIBRARY Joel Antrim ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Jennifer Baez

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Myrna Vicente-Cruz Harleigh Church Mia Clements Heidi Harvey

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RHEA REESE-MADDEN '40 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Matthew Bixler

ROTARY VETERANS INITIATIVE SCHOLARSHIP AnnRhea Roser Jordan Miller

HERSHA H. & HASU P. SHAH ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Ariana Snyder

GARY C. SHATZER AND ANDREW B. CISNEY MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Alexa Peckham

THE DONALD B. AND DOROTHY L. STABLER FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Zulhumar Ablimit Kyle Alber Nadine Aly Erik Anderson Bobbie Barnett Matthew Bixler Coreena Boyer Holly Dalton Wyatt DeLancey Michelle Donaghy Jenelle Dulack Nicolas Dunlap Sunni Elmore Alexia Ezibe Christina Fluegel Nicholas Fulton Mark Golovko Olivia Gregory Ericka Grumbein Bishal Gurung Sierra Hall Susan Harper Christina Herrick Marti Holmes Garrett Horst Bryan King Katy Krug Madison Lamarca Sabrina Lawrence

Central Penn College Education Foundation Scholarships and Awards Hope Lins Omayra Martinez-Girau Robert Maskara Bridget McCarthy Noah Meeder Sean Millan Jennifer Molter Olivia Monday Chandra Niroula Pamela Orate Lastimosa Babatomiwa Osibodu Jilkumar Patel Gabriela Perez Kristi Peters Todd Pope Christina Porcari Leesa Putt Carolyn Rager Elsy Rangel Keeley Retchloff

Kevin Rigby Stephanie Rineer Jolene Rojas Natalie Schlei Alexa Shughart Kaeleigh Smedley Brittany Smith Angela Smyser Katie Souders Ryan Stevens Amanda Strausbaugh Erica Vocco Sarah Weaver William Weisberg Angela Williams

HAROLLD J. STAHLE, JR. '44 ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Madison Lucey

LINDA '78 & TODD MILANO "KEEP SMILING” LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP

Mary Byrd Abigail Maisonet Lindsay Poeth Akisha Rodriguez Alyssa Simmons Raven Snyder Maria Statum

TREMENDOUS LIVING FOUNDATION ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP Sharice Smith Ashley Fox

UTZ FAMILY (73) 3 E’S SCHOLARSHIP Brian Davis

DIMITRI STADNYK SCHOLARSHIP Dylan Bowman

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The Raise the Roof campaignthe college’s philanthropic initiative for 2021––has collected 5,000 household care items, exceeding the goal of 3,000 items. Through the efforts of volunteers, the campaign also has raised more than $7,000. The initiative supports organizations that are combatting housing insecurity and homelessness throughout the capital region. The following organizations will be supported through the Raise the Roof campaign this year: Bethesda Mission – Dauphin County Safe Harbour – Cumberland County Bell Socialization Services – York County Lebanon Rescue Mission – Lebanon County TLC/Veterans’ Victory House – Lancaster County Adams County Shelter for the Homeless-SCCAP – Adams County Perry County Literacy Council – Perry County To contribute to the campaign, individuals can make an online donation at: https://givebutter.com/roof.

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BSU Participates in Community Cleanup The Central Penn College Black Student Union in August completed its inaugural Community Cleanup and Meet & Greet, with the support of Co-Advisors Asia Sargent and Candice Henry, Instructor Kelly Little and Residence Hall Coordinator David Banks. BSU connected with community members and residents on State Street in Harrisburg, while taking the time to clear the area of trash.

The Hand That Holds The Quill—an original production penned by Mechanicsburg playwright Cindy Rock Dlugolecki—premiered to sold-out crowds in September at the Capital Blue Cross Theatre. Through the use of drama, music, comedy and history, the play explores the question, “Where am I in the Constitution?” Inspired in part by the life of Jacob Shallus, a clerk for the Pennsylvania Assembly who made the first official copy of the U.S. Constitution, Quill examines the promise of freedom and what that means for different groups, including white men, white women and African-Americans.

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The Business Partner of the Year is UPMC!

Hispanic Heritage Week

By Sarah Whitmire, Student Reporter From left in the photo above are Dean of Career Services Steve Hassinger, Vice President of Advancement and Strategic Initiatives Michael Fedor, UPMC VP of Human Resources Ann Gormley, COO of UPMC Lou Baverso, President Linda Fedrizzi-Williams and Provost Dr. Krista Wolfe. UPMC was named the 2021 Business Partner of the Year by Central Penn College at a ceremony at the college’s Conference Center. The award recognizes a local company or organization for its commitment to partnering with the college and its Center for Career Services and Development. “UPMC has been a strong and vital partner for Central Penn College throughout the past 12 months,” said Steve Hassinger, dean of Career Services and Development at the college. “More importantly, our partnership with UPMC has been an ongoing, mutually beneficial relationship for more than a decade, especially regarding internship and employment opportunities provided to our students.”

A panel of students were given the opportunity to talk about what it means to be Latino/Latina for Central Penn’s first Hispanic Heritage Week. Jenelle Dulac, Yaire “Jaja” Diaz-Marte, Gabrielle Perez and Andrea Padilla were interviewed by Dean Jared Rife on a diverse spread of subjects on the various Hispanic cultures that each person was born into. “I always try to be proud or vocal about being Latina,” stated Dulac during the panel as different stories were shared from the panelists. A sense of unity developed between the four as questions were answered. The subjects varied from racial injustices, within not only American culture, but also the Hispanic community to memories growing up in Hispanic households and what their cultures meant to each of them.

Keynote Speaker The event featured Duck Donuts Betsy Hamm as keynote speaker. She spoke on the power of resiliency, innovation and flexibility in the face of adversity. This is the 17th year for the Business Partner of the Year award.

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By Sarah Whitmire, Student Reporter

Monday, Oct. 11, is a special day for many in the LGBTQ+ community as it is National Coming Out Day. To celebrate on campus, a collaboration between the Student Engagement Office, Counselling Office and Equal Knights Club was created in the form of a photo booth in the ATEC lobby where students and faculty were able to come and show their representation, pride and support for the LGBTQ+ community.

“It means a lot for representation, even if it’s just a little bit,” — Jaymi Phillips.

Tom Palmieri—who was representing both the Counselling Office and Equal Knights Club—shared his perspective on the event: “It gives space for things I didn’t get to have in college. It’s important to acknowledge that there are other people in the world.”

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Student Career

Connections Hosted at CPC High school students from Central Dauphin East, East Pennsboro, Carlisle and Shippensburg participated in a hands-on campus experience during the Partnership for Career Development’s “Student Career Connections: Business of Wellness” day hosted here at Central Penn. The day kicked off with an informative panel consisting of Dr. Nicole Patterson, Employment Specialist Lauren Nunn of Country Meadows of Hershey, Dr. Kimberly Tanish, Prof. Nikki Marhefka and Dr. Anne Bizup, who also brought some tools from their respective fields that students could test out. In addition to the in-person students, there were many who were able to join virtually for the panel session to learn more about their potential healthcare career path.

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The Colleges Against Cancer Club in October sponsored another successful Bras Across Campus event. The club organized a guest speaker and a stringing of bras across Henszey's Bridge, led by the CPC baseball team. ABC27 and WGAL were there to cover the event.

GBP Selected as Exemplary Chapter The Central Penn Chapter of the Gamma Beta Phi National Honor Society was recognized as a 2020–2021 Exemplary Chapter! This recognition honors those chapters who have gone above and beyond the call of duty regarding chapter programs, recruitment campaigns, service projects, monthly meetings, chapter leadership and local impact We are honored to receive this recognition from the Gamma Beta Phi National Honor Headquarters.

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Associate Membership

This associate membership is granted to all current students at Central Penn College, as well as full-time faculty, staff, and executive leadership. We want to share the excitement of membership with our future alumni and those responsible for them achieving graduation. As an Associate Member you are entitled to: PSECU member eligibility Free subscription to PennDulum magazine

Free gifts for showing the Alumni Engagement office your next term’s completed course registration.

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General Membership This membership is automatically granted to all graduates of certificate and degree programs of Central Penn College. Your benefits include: Free course audits (1 per academic term) Legacy scholarships Invitation to events, trips, and getaways for alumni Alumni Council eligible Voting privileges in Alumni Council elections Alumni Insurance Benefits Program

5% discount on purchases from the online gear store Commencement gift PSECU member eligibility Free subscription to PennDulum magazine Borrowing privileges at Charles “T” Jones Leadership Library

Annual Dues

Sword & Shield Membership

Members of this prestigious level will receive the ultimate alumni experiences. This level is available to any graduate of a certificate or degree program of Central Penn College for a small monthly or annual membership pledge. Benefits include: 10% discount on purchases from the online gear store First access to reservations for exclusive alumni events, trips, and getaways Summerdale pool pass membership Greenly Fitness Center access Monthly drawings for prizes Alumni Insurance Benefits Program Free course audits (1 per academic term) Legacy scholarships PSECU member eligibility Alumni Council eligible Voting privileges in Alumni Council elections Free subscription to PennDulum magazine Borrowing privileges at Charles “T” Jones Leadership Library More to Come!

Annual Dues:

$48 individual ($4 per month) $75 a couple ($6.25 per month)

Five Year Dues

$180 individual $300 a couple

Lifetime Dues

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GOLF OUTING Rise Shine

On behalf of the Golf Committee, the Foundation Board of Trustees, the college and students, THANK YOU! A special “thank you” all the CPC alumni who participated in this year’s event. The 50th Annual golf open was certainly one for the record books with the record heat and a record number of teams signed up to hit the course… it was a wonderful way to spend Friday the 13th. The competition was fierce among the players as well as the beverage cart teams. The winners on the course were:

Team name Lamar PSECU Cleveland Bros

Flight #1, 1st place Flight #1, 2nd place Flight #1, 3rd place

Productive Fundraising AmeriChoice FCU Beer Chuggers

Flight #2, 1st place Flight #2, 2nd place Flight #2, 3rd place

The beverage cart competition continued, raising a record - breaking total of $1,619. The winner was everyone on the course because they received wonderful customer service, cold drinks and delicious soft pretzels.

THANK YOU for helping raise $34,142 in support of scholarships for students at Central Penn College.

Left to right: Education Foundation Trustee Mike Aumiller, '73, Ron Deibert, '73, Marty Flannery, '74, Montie Yuda, '72, College Board Member Dwight Utz, '73, Tom Kovich, '72, and Board member Gene Kostelac. 22

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Rise Shine Debra is “Robbing, Peter to pay Paul” Dave is overcoming obstacles; and Valerie is following her dream!

Together, we can help these students rise to achieve their goals and shine in their careers.

More than 95% of our students require financial assistance to help them through their educational journey. Seventy five percent of our students work part or full time while continuing their year round education. The average scholarship ranges from $500 to $2,000 per award cycle and can make the difference of a student remaining enrolled and working toward their degree completion. Unrestricted cash donations are becoming the most important gifts to college and universities. Why? Because these gifts provide more flexibility to meet the needs of the students. “ You know your student’s needs better than I do, so you decide what’s most important.” As academic terms unfold, students bring their unique stories and requests to the Education Foundation. Unrestricted giving helps with these special needs including textbook, technology and scholarships. In most instances, unrestricted gifts may be the most powerful way to give because the impact is meaningful. The role of the Education Foundation is to provide scholarships to Central Penn College students who exhibit strong attributes for career success despite financial challenges. Our goal is to help when needed with what is needed. With your help, the Education Foundation can help these students achieve their degree. There are more than 12,000 Central Penn graduates and approximately 7,500 live within a 50 mile radius of the Summerdale Campus. This indicates that our students remain in their communities which supports the local employers, tax base, school system and volunteer opportunities. The support of our generous donors and partners of our “Rise and Shine” campaign will assist us in raising $1 million in much needed scholarship assistance for these deserving students so they may continue to Rise and Shine. There are many ways to support these deserving students. Consider planned giving, an online donation at givebutter.com/riseandshine. Interested in contributing on a recurring monthly basis or have questions call Sandra Box, Director of Development at 717-728-2263.

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Are you looking to travel internationally in 2022? The Alumni Adventure Travel Group is hosting this fun-filled adventure departing Nov. 2 and returning on Nov. 8. Visit some of Iceland’s most beautiful wonders, such as Blue Lagoon, the city of Reykjavik and the Southern Shore, and if we are lucky, see the Northern lights.

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The Knights with new coach Gary Martin

Central Penn College Men’s Basketball Team Win Opener In their first game under new coach Gary Martin, the men’s basketball team delivered an 83–80 win over Penn State Schuylkill in an away contest in early November. The Knights jumped out to a 13-point halftime lead, 43–30, powered by forward Tyler Hunter’s 12 points. The Nittany Lions roared back in the second half, taking a 4–point lead at the 12:54 mark. Ninety seconds later, the Knights retook the lead on a foul shot by Hunter. After that, the visitors never looked back, even though Penn State— fueled by Wilvens Fleuizard’s 33 points––refused to go away. “PSU Schuylkill switched defenses and it slowed us down for a while in the second half… before we were able to find the weakness in their 3-2 zone,” said Martin. Central Penn had five players in double figures, including starters Tyler Hunter with 22, Nate Jean-Philippe 12, Rodney Ross 11 and Randy Dupont 10. Aaron Harrison supplied the firepower from the bench, contributing 17 points. Martin was pleased with the balanced scoring. “Five players in double figures is a great way to show that we are willing to share the basketball with our teammates.” “I’m very proud of how we are working together and relying on each other,” continued Martin. “Win #1 is great and we are working hard for many more. To see when the next game is, go to: centralpennknights.com

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The Lady Knights are looking forword to the 2021-2022 season.

Season Preview: The Lady Knights Coach Erin Miller is excited to see her team in action this season. “We have all the tools we need––the three-point shooters, the mid-range and the slashers,” said the second-year coach. The team is anchored by returning point guard Tahniyaah Jackson who averaged 16 points per game during the 2019–2020 campaign, the last season played by the Lady Knights. “She brings leadership and grit to the team this year,” said Miller. “The new players are young but they bring attitude and some serious speed to get up and down the floor in transition,” continued Miller.

Meshing as a team “The players are all learning each other's styles… and they each have their own way of communicating and style of play,” said Miller. “We have the quiet three-point shooters to the loud slashers. LOL!” She and her team are ready to go: “Looking forward to a great season finally! I know with COVID canceling us and a lot of schools last year—everyone is so READY for this season.”

Fall Intramurals Our Fall Intramurals kicked off last Wednesday with a competitive 3 v 3 basketball tournament. Two teams battled it out in a best-of-three series at the outdoor courts on campus. The game format was set as first to 7 (win by 2) OR straight to 11 points. The champion team was comprised of students Angel Gutierrez, Taevon Farmer and Tyreen Smalley. Other intramural competitions scheduled include ping pong, cornhole and flag football.

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“Brant Ellsworth,

COME ON DOWN! You’re the next contestant on The Price is Right.”

I leapt from my seat, immediately seized upon by disbelieving friends, and began the trek forged by hundreds of contestants before me. Squeezing down an aisle full of screaming would-be contestants and a sea of hands, I made my way to a podium baked in overhead lights, with original host Bob Barker looking on. It was President’s Day, Feb. 21, 2005, and I had joined a group of students from Brigham Young University for a weekend in California. We arrived at the CBS Studios before dawn and mingled with the other audience members. One gentleman warned me that before entering the studio, all audience members would be interviewed by the show’s producers. This was, he shared, how contestants were selected. If you want to be a contestant, nail the interview. He even shared the three questions all would be asked: What is your name? Where are you from? What do you do? Brant. Texas. Student. “No longer,” I thought to myself. “I am now Brant “Mr. Musical” Ellsworth from Texas, a male beauty pageant winner whose duties include playing piano concerts at retirement communities throughout the country.” Random? Yes. Weird? Yes. Memorable? Absolutely. And, most importantly, it worked.

The Winning Bid I took my place at the podium, rearranged the mic, and grabbed the edges of the podium to project a confidence that my shaking legs and voice betrayed. A model walked on stage holding, caressing, even blowing kisses at a family pack of snowshoes. Bob Barker turned to me first for my big bid. “790, Bob,” I said. The active-duty soldier on the end bid $1200, and the women next to him bid $1300—both bids, I knew, to be way, way too high. Rarely is an item that expensive at this point of the game. Barker turned to the young woman next to me. She hesitated and turned to the audience who pummeled her with numbers. “$1!” “$791!” “900!” This was a no-brainer to me. If she wanted to win, she should pick $1 or $791. D’uh. One of those guesses would certainly win. But knowing this, I needed her to pick another wrong number. So while she weighed the audience’s suggestions, I did my best Obi-Wan-Kanobi-Jedi-mindtrick, learned towards her, and whispered, “$1301.” Would you believe it? She confidently looked at Bob and said, “$1301.”

The Money Game I immediately raised my hand in victory. As Bob started to read the real price, I started jumping and continued jumping up the stairs onto the stage, bounding right into Bob’s presence. I vigorously shook his hand before he slid his arm around my shoulder and said, “Brant, you are a young man with a lot of energy. I bet you could use that energy with a neeewwwww car!”

The curtain went up, and I kept on jumping. One of the previous contestants bid on a Chevrolet Corvette. “Certainly,” I thought. “This will be comparable to the Corvette.” The camera did not pick up on it, but I felt a tinge of disappointment when announcer Rich Fields described a Dodge Neon. “Seriously? A Dodge Neon?” The game I played was called the “Money Game.” I had three guesses to correctly identify the first two and last two numbers in the price of the car. It took all three guesses. When I won the car, I jumped around even more. I did spin the big wheel. It was surprisingly heavy, and my luck ran out there. My spin of “65” did not beat the winning spin of “90.”

What’s Better than a New Car? Here’s why the game changed my life. Obviously, yes, the prizes were valuable and worth a lot of money to a poor, college student. I immediately sold the snowshoes on eBay. I was surprised when a few people bid on the joint supplements too. I waited a few months before the new car arrived at my local dealer. Despite trying to sell the car online as a novelty item, no one bid on it. I eventually decided to drive the brand-new car from the dealer to the nearest CarMax (some 40 miles) and accepted their best cash offer. I immediately used the money to buy an engagement ring and proposed to my best friend (yes, she was with me in the audience that day). We’ve been married 15 years and have four beautiful children together.

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Newly elected Alumni Council Members was announced in early November. Please join us in welcoming the following for a three-year term. Alison Bruetsch, ’09, A. S. travel and tourism.

When not working, she enjoys running, working out, visiting breweries and traveling to Walt Disney World. She also manages to find time to hike, spend time with her cat and parents and sing in her church choir. Alison works at Metzger Wickersham as the Social Security file admin and at Troegs Brewing Company in the general store. Stop in and visit her there! Why serve? “I would love to see more local alumni events. Since most of my courses were online, I don't know many other students, so I would love to get to know other alumni.”

Antoine Fennell, ’08, B.S. business administration.

Antoine recently moved back to Harrisburg with his wife and family from Florida. His passion for education has led him to teach and lead in business. His hobbies include reading biographic novels, going to the gym, spending time with his family and business creation. This year, he began volunteering with the American Red Cross as a Disaster Action Team responder. Why serve? “This opportunity grants me the chance to network with other alumni around the organization and to build new reliable relationships, which allows me to become an avenue of achievement locally for others in my community.”

Andrea Fields, ’17 & ’21, A.S. small business and entrepreneurship, B.S. business administration.

Amanda lives with her 6-year-old son in Harrisburg and works as the executive director of the PA Legislative Black Caucus of PA House of Representatives. There she focuses on systemic disparities within communities of color and finding solutions to uplift. She served on the Diversity and Inclusion Council for four years.

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Why serve? “I would like to serve on the Alumni Council because I am a recent graduate and Central Penn was there for me when I needed help focusing and helped get me where I am now. I want to be able to provide the same opportunities for those who are getting ready to graduate as well as those who may have already graduated. Central Penn provided me not only my associate degree but my bachelor’s degree, so I feel it is only right to give back in any capacity that I am able.”

Helen Fischman, ’18, B.S. legal studies

Helen lives in Harrisburg with her three boys and works as a legal assistant for the Office Chief Counsel Commonwealth of PA. You may know her as the founder of PJ’s for Pediatrics. She also is a pediatric cancer advocate. Why serve? “To give back.”

Christine Fusselman, ‘88 & ’16, A.S. travel and tourism, B.S. corporate communication.

Christine recently moved to the beautiful Pocono Mountains to reconnect with family and friends and begin a new job as an administrative assistant at Winona Lakes Property Owners Association. She enjoys nature photography, hiking, biking, kayaking, live music, dancing and traveling when time allows. Through the years, she also volunteered at her church, the local school district and food bank. She is currently a member of the Central Penn College Communications Advisory Board. Why serve? “I want to give back to CPC for all the ways it has been a blessing in my life, not only through the educational aspect, but through the business networking opportunities, relationships formed with staff, faculty and other students, and the awesome experiences beyond the classroom at the times I was a student and since then.”

Alma “Yvette” Gonzalez, ’07, ’12, & ’13 A.S. travel and tourism, B.S.

business administration, Certificate in human resources.

Everyone knows Alma as Yvette (her middle name.) She is employed at Ritter Insurance Marketing in the HR department and loves being part of a team and organizes events for employees resulting in making Ritter one of the “Best Places to work in PA.” In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her 13-yearold son, Aiden. She enjoys giving back to the community and participating in local events, such as organizing and delivering donations for the Homeless Veterans, and the Hershey Children’s hospital. She currently lives in Mount Holly Springs. Why serve? “I want to give back to our students and local community. I want to make a difference and what better way than to give back to my alma mater!”

Cassandra “Sandy” Hillegass, ’04, B.S. business administration You don’t have to go far to see Sandy. She is an assistant professor here at CPC. In her spare time, Sandy enjoys reading and spending time with her two daughters. Her oldest daughter is currently a Central Penn student. Sandy is a volunteer at her church and The Literacy Council of Reading-Berks County, Threshold Rehabilitation Services, The Camel Project, and Walk to End Alzheimer's. She lives in Reading with her husband and younger daughter. Why serve? “I hope to help continue the success of the Alumni Association. Creating amazing events for the fellow alumni.”

Ashley Lloyd, ’16, B.S.

business administration. Ashley has been an Alumni Council member since 2019 and works with PSECU as their social media strategist. She lives in Marysville with her boyfriend, two cats, pet turtle and pet tortoise. In her free time, she does pet sitting and enjoys reading and crafting. She’s also the social coordinator of her friend group and is always up for an adventure!

Why serve? “I’ve been serving on the Alumni Council for a few years now and I’ve never been more excited about the future of the Council and its potential!”

Mikeal Pecot, 21, A.S.

computer science. Originally from Oakland, Calif., Mikeal now lives in Harrisburg. He enjoys spending time with his wife Amber and their two young children, Kennedy and Mikeal Jr. In his spare time, he loves sports, video gaming and landscaping. He recently started a new job right here at Central Penn College as a junior systems administrator.

Why serve? “As an alumnus, I feel like I could be an advocate for the school and the amount of opportunities the school provides.”

Landon Roe, ’18, B.S. accounting. Landon is currently the vice president of the Alumni Council. He enjoys spending weekends at his beach house in Lewes, Del. When not there, he enjoys cruises! He is employed at Asset Management LLC as the director of accounting. Why serve? “I value CPC so much because of the excellent education I received. I never thought I could go to college because of my upbringing... Serving on the council will allow me to meet with current students and show them anything is possible.”

Chad Rooney, ’01 & ’03, A.S. criminal justice, B.S. criminal justice administration. Chad is the town manager for Smithsburg, Md., and lives in Waynesboro, Pa. Some of his interests include geocaching, spending time with his family, and supporting his sons in football, soccer, wrestling and track & field. Why serve? “CPC alumni deserve to have someone who will work hard to maintain a connection between our past and the future.”

Ashley Wert, ’15 & ’18, A.S.

occupational therapy assistant & B.S. healthcare management. Ashley recently started going to a personal trainer for better overall health. She enjoys exercising, walking, reading and shopping. She has two dogs, chickens and one rooster. She lives in Millersburg and has a younger sister who is currently in college. She works two part-time jobs as a certified occupational therapy assistant and as a full-time med tech and caregiver at Polk Personal Care Center and still finds time to volunteer with the ministries at her church. Why serve? “To meet other alumni members and to be able to give back to the college as CPC has helped me to get where I am today. Also, to bring new ideas to Alumni Council and ways for alumni to get involved throughout the community and to grow as a leader myself.”

Congratulations! to our NEW Alumni Council

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George Minick, ’73, A.S. management.

Deborah (Mundy) Allen, ’86, A.S. travel. Deborah is excited to share her wedding picture with husband Todd in 2014 prior to their honeymoon at Walt Disney World. They now live in Parkesburg, Pa. After parting ways with long-time employer Pfizer/Legacy Wyeth, she found her true calling with CCRN, which provides Personal Care Assistants for students in local schools. She is now the full-time office administrator. In her spare time, she participates in the Marine Corps League Auxiliary where she serves as Jr. Vice and Americanism Chair. She also volunteers in the Gift of Life Donor Program working with candidate and donor families and tissue recipients. debmundy@aol.com

George visited the Summerdale campus this July after many years to donate his diploma to the college’s museum. He was able to view yearbooks and told stories of his time here as a student. He was treated to a private tour of the campus and left with a swag bag of CPC merchandise. He later wrote: “CPC will always have a special place in my heart. I not only received an excellent education there, but it was a great place to transition from our late teens into our early twenties (for those in that age group) as we ventured out to the larger world.”

Larry Hickernell, ’80, A.S. mass media. Larry currently lives in St. Augustine, Fla., where he is the VP/treasurer of the St. Augustine Community Chorus. larryhickernell@yahoo.com

David Shambaugh, ’82, A.S. mass media, recently started a new position as a customer service representative at InspiriTec, Inc.

Karen (Brennen) Mohney, ’83, A.S. office communication. Karen is loving life in her treasured town of Saint Mary, Pa., as the proud owner of Tablespoons Café and Deli. After raising her three children, she served on the boards of the St. Mary’s Library and St. Mary’s Area Ambulance, as well as helped found the “Books on Foot Program” delivering books to people in their homes or care facilities.

Kevin Smith, ’84, A.S. accounting. Kevin accepted a position as Executive Vice President at Reynolds Restoration Services, a disaster restoration and Kevin Smith reconstruction company in the mid-Atlantic region. Kevin lives in Camp Hill.

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Colleen (Kelsey) Minnick, ’88, A.S.

travel, and Christine Fusselman, ’88, A.S. travel, reunited after many years. Colleen is living in Greentown, Pa., and Christine lives in East Stroudsburg, Pa.

David Sweigert, ’90, A.S. mass media, started a new position as senior solutions specialist at Deloitte Consulting in Mechanicsburg. Lal Gopwani, ’90, A.S. management, recently celebrated his seventh-year work anniversary as CEO of Vision Express Philippines.

Congratulations to CPC alum Michael DeMedici, ‘16, B.S. homeland security management, who was recently named Leader of the Year by Naval Sea Logistics Center (NAVSEALOGCEN)! He was recognized for his outstanding professionalism, personal initiative and loyal devotion to duty. DeMedici, a 2016 homeland security management graduate, serves as the command security manager for NAVSEALOGCEN Mechanicsburg responsible for all personnel, physical and information security. "It’s a humbling experience knowing I was picked for this honor amongst my peers, and it solidifies the trust my leadership has put in me and more importantly, justifies the hard work and dedication of my colleagues and our ability to run through every obstacle put in front of us," said DeMedici. As the command security manager, DeMedici leads physical, operational and personnel security programs that serve as models of efficiency and regulatory compliance. In his role as the emergency management officer, he spearheaded the command's COVID-19 pandemic response, developing policy, drafting communications, ensuring immediate and appropriate emergency actions, generating accurate reports, and coordinating commandwide vaccinations at corresponding military treatment facilities. "I enjoy working with a dedicated team to ensure the command's information and personnel are protected," said DeMedici, who previously served in the U.S. Army and currently has 17 years of civil service.

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Ellen Palmer, ’92, A.S. legal assistant.

Evan Miller, ’12, B.S. accounting, was

Ellen and her daughter McKenna were on campus in July for the accepted student breakfast. McKenna is currently finishing up her first term in the Legal Studies program.

recently promoted to plant controller at M&Q Packaging Corporation in Reading.

Alicia (Murawski) Bubb, ’97, A.S. business administration, also was on campus in July for the new accepted student breakfast with her daughter Sydney who is enrolled in the Paralegal program. She also is playing on the women’s basketball team.

Lara Hooley, ’98, A.S., PTA, started a new position as executive assistant to the city clerk of Madeira Beach, Fla. Stacey Beatty, ’00, A.S. office administration, was recently promoted to senior HR recruitment administrator at Lemongrass. Jennifer McCleaf, 01, A.S. travel and tourism. Jennifer is the relationship director for the Gettysburg & Adams County Chamber. Jennifer lives in Aspers, Pa. Jennifer McCleaf

Antoine Brown, ’07, B.S. business administration, started a new position as business development manager at Maxim Healthcare Group in Harrisburg.

Kaitlin (Beach) Kunkel, ’08, A.S. medical assisting, started a new position as senior patient relations specialist at ChristianaCare in West Chester, Pa.

Alan Ault, ’09, B.S. accounting, was recently promoted to accounting manager at the Warfel Construction Company in East Petersburg, Pa.

Kendra (Baker) Hostler, ’09, B.S. corporate communications, was promoted to human resources analyst at the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.

Nathan Mitchell, ’12, B.S. information technology. He lives in Lewistown and has recently accepted a position as senior software developer at Rockingham Insurance.

Jennifer Mitchell, ’14, B.S. business administration, was recently promoted to manager at RKL LLP in Harrisburg. She holds a master’s of accountancy from the University of Scranton.

Aaron Watson, ’15, B.S. accounting, started a new position as fund accountant III-alternative investments at UMB Bank in Philadelphia. Gretchen Alleman, ’16 & ’17, B.S. A.S. paralegal & B.S. criminal justice administration and legal studies. She recently started as a state certified pharmacy technician at Walmart in Summerville, S.C.

Erich Moorman, ’16, A.S. physical therapist assistant, started a new position as a PTA for Med Travelers in Portland, Ore. Danae Novak, ’17, B.S. legal studies. Since interning with Manchester and Associates in Bellefonte, Pa., Danae has been brought on as the firm’s only paralegal. She assists four attorneys with criminal, civil and family law. In early 2021, she became a notary and joined the Pennsylvania Association of Notaries.

Nicole (Hollinger) Ciccocioppo, ’17, B.S. legal studies, started a new position as legal billing specialist at Messner Reeves LLP in Phoenix, Ariz.

Swathi Saradha, ’17, B.S. information technology, started a new position as application security at UnitedHealth Group. She also recently attended the Google Cloud ’21 online conference. Kristal Turner-Childs, ’17, MPS organizational leadership, was recently promoted to the position of deputy commissioner of staff for the Pennsylvania State Police. Lieutenant Colonel TurnerChilds is the first African-American woman in the department’s 116-year history to attain the rank.

ALUMNI F O C U S Gretchen Ramsey, ‘15, MPS organizational leadership was recently awarded the Shining Star Award at the West Shore Chamber of Commerce 2021 Luminary Awards Luncheon. Gretchen is the regional director of patient experience for Penn State Health. She leads a team who provide patient advocacy and volunteer services within the Penn State Health’s West Shore Region. There she coaches and trains physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff on communication techniques to improve the patient’s perception on care. She serves as a member of the board of directors for the West Shore Chamber, a trustee for Central Penn College Education Foundation, and active member of the Middle-Creek Chapter of Delta Waterfowl, as well as a coach for her daughter’s Girls on the Run team. She lives in Halifax, Pa., with her husband of over 20 years, and two children. She is an avid waterfowler and is a passionate about learning more about preservation and restoration of duck habitats within the Atlantic flyway.

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Miguel Arredondo, ’18 & ’20, B.S.

accounting & MPS organizational leadership. Miguel recently started a new position as an audit associate at Mazars in the US.

Jenna Eister-Whitaker, ’18, B.S. business administration, started a new position as clinic supervisor ii at Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg.

Thomas Schreiner, ’18, B.S. business administration. After graduation, Thomas joined Boar’s Head Meats in Virginia. In 2019, he accepted a position as the maintenance manager in Malvern, Pa., which brought him, his wife, and two sons closer to family. Thomas added, “I am very thankful of the springboard that was Central Penn and I’m happy to look back on the many valuable things that I learned while working on my degree there.” Scott Wilson, ’18, A.S. organizational information systems, started a new position as systems engineer at Omega Systems, LLC, in West Lawn, Pa.

Kiersten Giles, ’19, B.S. business administration, started a new position as supply chain strategy manager at ADUSA Procurement in Carlisle. She is currently pursuing her MPS in organizational leadership at CPC.

Brian Christiana, ’20, B.S. corporate communications, had the privileged of announcing the Lancaster Barnstormers games this season. He Brian Christiana lives in Shamokin, Pa. where his full-time gig is in management at Weis Markets. lourdesredraider01@gmail.com

Matthew McLaughlin

Matthew McLaughlin, ’20, B.S. information technology. Matthew lives in Akron, Pa., where he spends time with his five-year-old daughter. Since graduating magna cum laude, he began his studies for his master’s in organization leadership at Central Penn. His goal is to move into a management role. mattmclaughlin646@ gmail.com

Stephanie Dickmyer, ’20, B.S. business administration, started a new position as director of ambulatory services, Lancaster region, at Penn State Health.

administration, started a new position as consumer lending manager at Addition Financial in Orlando, Fla.

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Susan Black, ’16, B.S. corporate communication is happy to be back at Central Penn… this time as an adjunct instructor for the Communications department. A 2016 graduate with a bachelor’s in Corporate Communications, she became a part-time faculty member in January.

Addy Perales, ’19, B.S. business

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It’s a second career for Black who retired from the West Shore School District after 26 years. She had been a long-time administrative assistant to both the superintendent and, most recently, assistant superintendent. “Life is a book and you’re responsible for writing each chapter,” says Black, who had been preparing for her latest chapter for more than a decade. In 2010, she enrolled in Central Penn College. She chose CPC in part due to its welcoming, friendly atmosphere. “It just felt like family and it still does,” she says. After graduating from Central Penn, Black would go on to earn her master’s in strategic communications from American University. “I always loved communications and I knew I wanted to teach,” says Black, who taught Human Communication during the winter and spring terms. Beginning her teaching career during a global pandemic was challenging. However, she’s been amazed by her students, especially their determination in the face of COVID and the disruptions it caused. “I applaud them all for their resiliency,” says the Camp Hill resident. As an instructor, she recognizes everyone learns differently; therefore, she likes to create an active learning environment by alternating lecture days with activities and encouraging discussions. susan_black@verizon.net

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CPC FILM SERIES – OLYMPUS HAS FALLEN JAN. 28, 6 P.M. Capital BlueCross Theatre Johnna Whitcraft, Program Director and Professor in Criminal Justice and Homeland Security, will introduce the film. SPRING OPEN HOUSE Saturday, March 5, 2022 Central Penn College Our admissions team will discuss details about the college and admissions requirements. The day will also include a campus tour with our student ambassadors.

COMMENCEMENT Friday, April 8 7 – 9 P.M. Scottish Rite Theatre and Ballroom, Harrisburg, PA

The Scottish Rite Theatre is located at 2701 North Third Street in Harrisburg.

PETAPALOOZA 2022 MAY 14, 11 A.M. – 3 P.M. The Quad at Central Penn College Petapalooza is a free event that features lovable, adoptable homeless animals from shelters and rescues in the Central PA area. HARRISBURG SPORTS CARD & MEMORABILIA MULTIPLE DATES The Conference Center Hosted by Kryptonite Toyz, the Harrisburg Sports Card & Memorabilia shows will feature 45 dealers. Admission is free and open to the public. Be sure to check out CPC events page at www.centralpenn.edu/events for up-todate information about latest events. Interested in hosting an event of your own at Central Penn College? Our school has a Conference Center, classrooms, a theatre, and beautiful outdoor space available for rental. Head to www.centralpenn.edu/room-facilityrental/ to complete a form to reserve a room.

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HERSHEY BEARS ALUMNI NIGHT Saturday, Jan. 29 – 7 P.M. vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers $25 per ticket MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM Home Games – East Pennsboro High School Jan. 04 • Penn State Lehigh Valley Jan. 06 • Penn State Du Bois Feb. 1 • Cheyney Feb. 5 • King’s (NY) Feb. 12 • Berkeley WOMEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM Home Games – East Pennsboro High School Jan. 5 • Penn State Lehigh Valley Jan. 10 • Penn State Du Bois Feb. 5 • Trinity Washington Feb. 12 • Berkeley For latest on CPC sports, check out centralpennknights.com.

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Helen F. (Fry) Lyons, age 90, of Centre Township, Elliottsburg, Pa, passed away May 26 at Elmcroft in Reedsville.

Janet Marie (Mark) Bell, ’62, diploma, allied health. Janet passed at the age of 78 at her home in Brownstown, Pa., on July 20.

Judith Anne “Judy” Pennepacker, ’60, diploma in office communications. She passed at the age of 80 on Sept. 6 at her home in Lewistown.

Doreen A. (Karver) Boyer, ’76, A.S. legal secretary. Doreen passed on Aug. 10, at the Lutheran Home in Topton. She resided in Kutztown, Pa. Brenda Britton, ’83, A.S. accounting. Brenda passed at the age of 58 at her home in Harrington, Del., on June 14.

Cortney C. Price, ’06, B.S. business administration. Cortney passed away July 12 at the age of 37. She lived in Shamokin, Pa.

Brandy L. Campbell, ’20, A.S. paralegal, age 41, of Center Street, Milton, passed away on Sept. 22 at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

Dianne (Williams) Reyes, ’67, office communications. Dianne passed on October 24, 2020. She was living in Atlanta.

Helen M. (Rush) Cornter, age 97, recently of Masonic Village in Elizabethtown, died Aug. 23 at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital.

Bernice (Herrold) Rowe, age 94. Bernice passed away on August 10, 2021, just two days before her 95th birthday. She resided in Lower Paxton Township, Pa.

John Good, age 88, passed on Aug 7, at Homeland Center in Harrisburg.

Karen Schwalm, ’74, A.S. allied health, passed away Sept. 3 at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.

Linda (Yaron) Emondi, ’79, A.S. court reporting. Linda passed at the age of 62. She was living in Myerstown.

Lee A. Spancake, of York, passed on May 12. He was 81 years old.

Catherine (Mellon) Huntley, ’99, A.S. court reporting. Catherine passed at the age of 52 in Millville, N.J. on Feb. 5.

Nancy (Zellers) Zerby passed at the age of 91 on May 11 in York.

Richard “Rick” Leppert, ’75, A.S. computer information systems. Rick passed on April 19. He was living in Fleetwood, Pa.

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