STUDENT LIFE & ATHLETICS
ATHLETICS
At Penn Highlands, there are many opportunities to get involved in athletics. Our student-athletes are successful both inside and outside the classroom.
Penn Highlands is a chartered National Junior College Athletic Association member college, competing in Region 20. It is the mission of the NJCAA to foster a national program of athletic participation in an environment that supports equitable opportunities consistent with the educational objectives of member colleges. Their goal is to promote and foster two-year college athletics.
The Black Bears are a part of the Western Pennsylvania Collegiate Conference. The WPCC was founded in 1972.
BLACK BEAR SPORTS
Basketball (Men’s)
Bowling
Cross Country
eSports
Golf
Softball
Volleyball (Women’s)
Wrestling
Our NJCAA teams provide opportunities for every student-athlete to participate and excel.
Athletics, clubs, and organizations at Penn Highlands play a vital role in creating a well-rounded college experience, offering students opportunities to connect, grow, and thrive both personally and academically.
BECOME A BLACK BEAR.
Scan the QR code or visit BLACKBEARATHLETICS.COM to fill out the Athletics Interest Form.
AWARDS & HONORS
SUCCESS INSIDE & OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
We take pride in making sure student comes first in student-athlete, allowing you to obtain an education while competing in collegiate sports.
Our awards and honors include:
WPCC All-Academic Team Members: 272
NJCAA All-Academic Team Members: 73
Region 20 All-Academic Team Members: 71
WPCC All-Conference Team Athletes: 85
All-Region 20 Team Athletes: 66
National Player of the Week Honors: 7
WPCC Championships: 8
NJCAA Region 20 Championships: 5
Coach of the Year Awards: 8
STUDENT LIFE
STUDENT ACTIVITIES: FUN & MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES
Penn Highlands serves students by offering social, recreational, and educational programs that enhance the college experience. Games, contests, trips, community service projects, and more are planned throughout the year.
STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Engaging in clubs and organizations is a cornerstone of the student experience at Penn Highlands, empowering students to strengthen their teamwork, leadership, and networking skills. Through active participation, students forge meaningful connections that often last a lifetime. Our diverse student organizations offer a platform to explore passions, broaden horizons, and grow both personally and professionally. With new clubs being added regularly, there’s always an opportunity to discover something new.
Our clubs offer something for every student.
Black Bear Ambassador Club
Blair Center Activities Club
Bowling Club
Caring for Cubs Club
Cheer/Spirit/Dance
Clay Target Club
Computer Club
CRU
Ebensburg Center Activities Club
Fantasy Sports Club
Gaming Club
Gender Sexuality Alliance
Keeping It Green Club
Media Production Club
Phi Theta Kappa
Psychology Club
Sigma Alpha Pi
Somerset Center Activities Club
Student Senate
Student Veterans Association
Tea Club
X-Files Club
Yes You Can! Club
