The Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Foundation received a $1,000 donation from Robert Levin of Levin Furniture to help defray the cost of placing furniture in the student lounge area of the College’s new Somerset Center. “Our students truly appreciate having a comfortable space in which to study and socialize,” said Adam Bowser, Director, Somerset Center, “We are very fortunate to have the support of Levin Furniture and the Levin family.”
Pennsylvania Highlands relocated the Somerset Center to the Georgian Place in January 2012 to accommodate its growing student population.
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College welcomed the Somerset County community to its new location at 315 Georgian Place with a public reception held on Thursday, January 26th. Approximately 50 residents and business professionals attended the reception to tour the facility and learn more about the College’s continued impact on Somerset and surrounding counties.
“Our growth in Somerset County is what precipitated this move,” said College President Dr. Walter Asonevich. “There were critical elements that we felt we needed to provide our students. These include improved access to technology, an additional classroom and a student lounge.” Pennsylvania Highlands has signed a five year lease for the 3868 square foot of space. “Based on what we have seen thus far, we can and do anticipate the need for additional space in the future,” Asonevich said.
The Pennsylvania Highlands Somerset Center offers coursework in Accounting, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Education, and General Studies.
Members of the College’s Advisory Council, which is comprised of Somerset County business, education and community leaders, assisted in finding a suitable location for the Center and continue to provide valuable input regarding the specific educational needs of the Somerset County community.
The Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Foundation has announced the appointment of Ellis Griffith to its Board of Directors.
Mr. Griffith is a partner with Improvements and Innovations, a local company providing business and education consulting. He is the former Superintendent of Juniata Valley School District and served as the Director of the former Huntingdon Vo-Tech. Currently, he is a member of the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Huntingdon County Advisory Council and the Southern Alleghenies Workforce Investment Board.
In his role as a Foundation Director, Mr. Griffith will work to raise funds to assist with the further development of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College in the Huntingdon County area.
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is proud to announce that the following students have made the Dean’s List for the Fall 2011 semester.
Altoona: Matthew T. Frederick, Ian M. Niedimyer, Kara J. Nixon, Krista E. Nixon, Joseph R. O’Leary, James F. Stiver
Ashville: Nicholas S. Mishock, Maria L. Novak
Bedford: Rebecca M. Clapper
Blanburg: Karen M. Duke-Turchetta
Cairnbrook: Ashton C. Brewer, Sheila M. Fama
Canonsburg: Jonathan W. Jubin
Carrolltown: Cynthia A. Jewett, Jeffrey A. Kline, Kenny E. Sink
Central City: Heather M. Gogo, Eric M. Kozlick, Lanette C. Rayman
Colver: Matthew P. Crawford, Travis A. Sergent, Janette Thompson
Conemaugh: Valerie D. Saloney, Lisa A. Vasas
Coral: Gabriel V. Wolford
Cresson: Brittany L. Benzie, Abby A. Bono, Ally R. Bono, Michele A. Bradley, Marsue R. Glenn, Sharon L. Grice, Kaitlin N. Harris, Mary K. Slattery, Tonya L. Wilt
Curryville: Tara M. Sollenberger
Dallastown: David M. Herr
Davidsville: Diane F. Felton, Alyssa L. Hoffman, Joshua R. Stine, Marisa L. Wagner, Jennifer C. Yoder
Duncansville: Zackary S. Stringer
Ebensburg: Robert A. Bono, Maria C. Comisac, Daniel Q. DeBalli, Megan A. Dospoy, Melissa K. Jackowski, Daniel J. Ledwich, Jacob M. Little, Lisa M. Oyaski, Corey T. Pauley, David P. Seliga, Domenic M. Spinelli, Jessica Vezzoli
Elmora: April L. Lane, Julie A. Lane, Brenda A. Shaffer
Elton: Joshua T. Kulka
Everett: Vanessa B. Leonard
Fallentimber: Melinda M. McClellan
Flinton: Trisha A. Cann
Fort Hill: Christine B. Pruitt
Friedens: Lisa D. Groman
Gallitzin: Steven R. McCloskey
Hastings: Ashley M. Burkey, Courtney M. Dibble, Rumilda Sabo
Hesston: Jessica D. Reffner
Hollidaysburg: Richard J. Harp
Hollsopple: Logan W. Barr, Adam R. Naugle, Mallory E. Ott, Crystal W. Palermini, Shannon M. Ribblett, Jesse E. Shaulis, Aubree M. Telck
Hooversville: Laura D. Krouse, Kimberly M. Ogline
Jerome: Justin A. Miller
Johnstown: Danielle M. Abbotts, Antoinette D. Allen, Bobby J. Andrews, Clinton S. Belcher, Felana L. Bernat, Heather M. Billow, Grace L. Blissell, Matthew P. Brazil, Jody M. Burkhardt, Kyra M. Burns, Justin E. Campbell, Craig M. Camansky, Joyce M. Cerula, Nicole E. Chaney, Tiffany N. Chuklochak, Angelita C. Clark, Crystal L. Clickner, Patricia L. Cochran, Andrew R. Colvin, Lindsey M. Colvin, Sue A. Cornell, Erin K. Corrigan, Ashley N. Crowe, Barbara A. Cummins, Sarah R. Debose, Derek M. Deutsch, Daniel Devan, Steve B. Domonkos, Brandy L. Eash, Katie L. Eash, Brenda L. Edwards, Joseph I. Ettien, Lynette F. Faight, Brian P. Feist, Kayla M. Fetzer, Matthew J. Fisher, Vicki L. Foor, AnnMarie Furman, Jason E. Harrity, Ethan G. Ganzy, Marcus L. Gaunt, Jason L. Giebfried, Gordon K. Giffin Jr., Jamie M. Goggin, Kelli M. Gowarty, Sean T. Graham, Kimberli L. Green, Lisa M. Green, Allison G. Griffith, Clifford S. Groves, Angelina M. Guzzi, Melissa J. Hanley, Joshua F. Haskins, Matthew J. Haslett, Kenneth E. Herdman, Karyssa A. Homyak, Heather M. Horn, Raymond R. Jastrzab, Teresa B. Jerome, Edward J. Jordan, Michael D. Kennedy, Tatiyanna L. Kern, Sara N. Khalil, Kristen N. Kusch, Dina M. Lalumiere, Stephanie L. Lavely, Jonathan R. Little, Erin N. Lodolinski, Gage D. Lohr, Bradley G. Lucas, Kristin G. MacEwan, Latrice J. Mack, Jordan D. Manges, Adam N. McCarthy, Richard E. McCaulley, Mallory P. Meekins, Diana D. Melusky-Brewer, Bonnie L. Michael, Nova L. Mihelic, Brian A. Mikolich, Christopher C. Miller, Daniel J. Miller, Heather N. Miller, Kelsee A. Miller, Mark E. Miller, Max L. Miller, Michael R. Miller, Jill L. Mock, Chad R. Moore, Lindsey M. Moore, Michelle G. Moore, Deborah J. Morgan, Barbara J. Moss, Daryl L. Mucker, Jessica E. Nagle, Brittni L. Naugle, Cindy G. Neese, Amanda M. Oaks, Alyssa C. Oldham, Jennifer D. Ortega, Nicole R. Paratore, Ashta S. Patel, Neil T. Penrod, Kelsey M. Pisarczyk, Bruce P. Pitt, Danni Porath, Jose T. Quezada, Amanda L. Ream, Candice L. Rievel, Sean T. Rigby, David Rodgers, Edward M. Rosbaugh, Douglas M. Rosenberger, Emily L. Ross, Sydney N. Rozier, Holly C. Rutledge, Sean W. Sabo, Marcie E. Saylor, Michael J. Scileny, April J. Sedei, Albert N. Sekely, Jamie L. Sendek, Kelley M. Shoemaker, Robert J. Shook, Abbigayle D. Shroyer, Stacy L. Sindleri, Allan Sinosky, Benjamin A. Smith, Danett M. Smith, Erica L. Solt, MaKayla M. Sral, Matthew C. Stanley, Aaron D. Stonecypher, Kathryn Sylvia, Jonathan W. Sczur, Stacy L. Thomas, Deanna C. Trio-Schompert, Dennis P. Unger, Ryan M. Utnik, Amy L. Valinsky, Simone M. Veney, Donell A. Williams, Kayla Williams, Takeisha D. Wilson, David D. Wingard, Alexander D. Wise, Adam M. Wisniewski, Dorothy E. Wyatt, Tammy J. Yamber, Bryan W. Young, Chrystal M. Yourich, Zeno J. Zimmer
Ligonier: Adam L. Pfifer
Lilly: Amy L. Cropsey, Stuart J. Custer, Matthew T. Hoover, Carrie A. Martynuska, Amber A. Noland, Nicholas M. Stauski, Emily M. Steberger
Loretto: Viola E. Eckenrode, Aaron J. King
Markelton: Gerald A. Wilson
Martinsburg: Nathaniel R. Detwiler
Meyersdale: Dustin E. Wilt
Mineral Point: Kristina R. Findley, Kayla R. Getz, Nastya N. Pennington, Danielle L. Peruso, Samantha L. Vivis, Tiffany M. Young
Mount Union: Shanee M. Clemens
Nanty Glo: Thomas J. Laverick, Brittany N. Lonesky, Maria O. Younkin
New Florence: Toni L. Heming, Michael A. Weir
New Paris: Christina M. Bailey
Nicktown: Joshua J. Dumm, Curtis D. Link, Michael J. Peters, Kimber L. Stoltz, Ronda L. Westrick, Paige E. Younger
Northern Cambria: Christopher M. Bearer, Emily J. Christoff, Joshua P. Demi, James M. Gormish, Ashleigh M. Herbert, Kristen R. Paronish, Stephanie R. Paronish, Danielle L. Pearce, Olivia E. Rake, Dani V. Sowolla, Marykay B. Stein, Jenna S. Tibbott
Patton: Nicholas J. Lansberry, Ryan J. Litzinger, Bryant R. Rydbom, Brandy J. Stouffer, Tina J. Woodley
Penn Run: Carly R. Lester
Portage: Shawn T. Boast, Nicole V. Crum, Courtnie E. Eshbaugh, Jacob J. Franey, James R. Hale, Renee M. Irwin, Samuel D. Lamar, Stephanie C. Lee, Kaley C. Lucas, Denise M. Lysinger, Laura A. Maul, Kendra L. Niper, Benjamin C. Pavlosky, Amanda J. Penrod, Brittany Plummer, Tarynn L. Rusnak, Linda C. Squillario, Shane A. Tarachko, Sarah L. Wagner
Reading: Fraser G. Clements
Revloc: Steven J. Keilman, Patricia L. Rocker
Rockwood: Ray W. Wilhelm
Roseto: Alan W. Nelson
Salix: Tessa K. Barnouski, Brittany R. Bassett, Brionna S. Corson, Mary J. Lohr
Schellsburg: Kortni D. Fluke
Seward: Lori L. Chesla, Ashley L. Henry
Sidman: Walter H. Christ, Stephanie R. Connor, Christine C. Perla
Somerset: Kayla L. Barnick, Robert J. Kisnsinger, Sheri L. Noll, Jennie R. Pyle, Sonya K. Richards
South Fork: Kody M. Johnson, James J. Martin, Kimberly R. Myers, Robert M. Ressler
Stoystown: Kristen L. Walker, Brianna J. Will
Summerhill: Katelyn M. Bodenschatz, Ashley M. Kordish, Maria A. Pasierb, Kathleen D. Roman, Emily J. Smay
Twin Rocks: Darrn K. Bencosky, Ashley L. Bobby
Westover: Rebecca J. Waugh
Windber: Katrina E. Balash, Scott M. Beamer, Lisa M. Bender, Lisa M. Blough, Maria K. Bonitz, Heather M. Christ, Derek D. Faith, Zeke D. Feyock, Justin P. Gearty, William J. Golden, Brandon B. Harrigan, Jennifer R. Heinrich, Daphne J. Janik, Erik A. Johnson, Heather L. King, Marianna J. Kloster-Malmed, Rachelle L. Lint, Emily P. Russell, Brittny P. Sarver, Robert H. Seese, Audra G. Shank, Christina M. Slifco, Carol A. Strapple, Daniel R. Valchine, Sarah M. Waronek, Monica M. Wegrzyniak, Tiffany L. Weston
We are proud to announce that the Huntingdon Center has been approved by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education as an additional location. We are excited about this announcement and, as a result, our Huntingdon Center has now become the Huntingdon Education Center. This approval will allow the Pennsylvania Highlands Huntingdon Education Center to offer complete degree programs.
“We are thrilled to receive Middle States approval as an additional location in Huntingdon County,” said Dr. Walter Asonevich, President of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College. “It is critical that our students have the opportunity to complete their degrees locally when possible. Our commitment to the continued growth and development of the Huntingdon location has brought us to this point.”
