The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has named Pennsylvania Highlands freshman Jake Oglesby the Division III Men’s Basketball Player of the Week for January 22-28.
Jake Oglesby
Oglesby (Melbourne, Florida) averaged 24.3 points per game while shooting 63 percent from the floor in three contests during the week, as the Black Bears posted a perfect 3-0 record.
In a win over Point Park Developmental Team on January 23, Oglesby tallied 47 points, breaking the school record previously held by Joziah Wyatt-Taylor (46). He also set a new school mark by making 13 three-point field goals in a game.
“It’s a great feeling to get this award,” Oglesby stated. “With all the time I’ve spent in the gym, to see it pay off means a lot. I’m thankful for my teammates for being supportive, and I hope we can keep winning games.”
Oglesby became the fifth men’s basketball player in school history to earn a National Player of the Week honor, joining Joziah Wyatt-Taylor, Tim Biakapia, Matt Forbes, and Delonte Fennell.
“We are proud of Jake for earning this honor,” stated Sue Brugh, Director of Student Activities & Athletics. “I haven’t seen many kids work harder than him. He’s always in the gym improving. He brings great pride to those who have worn the Black Bear uniform before him.”
Through 23 games, Oglesby has averaged 8.8 points per game on 43 percent shooting, including 34 percent on three-pointers.
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is hosting its Spring Admissions & Athletics Open House on Monday, February 17. This event will take place at the College’s Richland Campus, as well as its locations in Blair, Centre County, Ebensburg, and Somerset.
“If you’re considering starting classes in the fall, or just want to get a jump start with summer classes, this is a great time to see how your local community college can benefit you,” stated Matthew Bodenschatz, Director of Recruiting & Admissions.
Attendees will go through the admissions and financial aid processes, learn about activities, academics, and athletics, take a tour, and have one-on-one conversations with an admissions counselor to discuss their futures.
Those who attend will also get the chance to connect with a knowledgeable faculty member who specializes in teaching courses in their specific area of study. The Richland Campus is scheduled to have three-to-four faculty members, while others will have one or two.
Those who fill out a survey upon attending will be entered in a drawing to win a $250 scholarship.
Community Education at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College has released its Spring 2025 class schedule. These personal enrichment classes will run from March 12 to June 3.
This non-credit slate offers 28 classes across five subjects: Arts & Crafts, Computers, Food & Baking, Spirits, and Career Training. Attendees can also choose from five bundled package options, allowing them to participate in multiple or all related classes at a discounted rate.
“These classes offer people the chance to gain some new experiences,” stated Matthew Pudliner, Pennsylvania Highlands Continuing Education Manager. “Participants enjoy spending quality time with friends and family, and often, large groups attend together, making the experience even more enjoyable for everyone. These classes also foster connections, with many attendees forming new friendships along the way.”
Since the fall, several exciting new classes have been added to the schedule. These include three Cricut classes, two computer classes, and a class dedicated to scone making.
Additionally, two themed mixology classes – “Red, White, & Blue” and “Star Wars” – have been introduced. Please note that all mixology classes are exclusively for participants aged 21 and over.
Attendees can register for each class up to one week before the start date.
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College has announced that the following students have made the Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester.
Alexandria – Kiley Burket, Lucas Grubb
Altoona – Beverly Ilene Auerbeck, Fernando Luis Avila, Jonathan C. Barton, Ashley C. Campbell, Julius Anthony Colabove, Allison Kaylee Drass, Bailey Marie Gerlach, Cody Lee Hartman, Gage Lynn Haselbarth, Brooke Elise Lansberry, Casey J. McConville, Chelsea Dawn McMaster, Vicky Paola Neuprine, Tajada Oneal, Kamryn Ryen, Elaina Ashlynn Wallace, Alexander Christian Wilkins
Alum Bank – Savannah Sue Lewis
Alverda – Natalie Linn Pileski
Armagh – Joseph Craig Means
Ashville – Gina Eve Pettenati
Bedford – Bri Faith Hengst
Bellefonte – Alfred Charles Bennett
Bellwood – Emma Price
Berlin – McKenna Ashley Broderick, Addy Larduet Dickey, Alexander Dively, Riley Elizabeth Lauer, Kayleigh Maddison Robinette, Madeline Pearl Tooker, Carson Steven Webreck
Boalsburg – McKenna Marie Whysong
Boswell – Casey Savannah Miller, Cenley Justine Miller, Lily Kathryn Schrock, Syd Alexis Scott
Burnham – Sarah Bare
Cairnbrook – Lanette Catherine Rayman
Calvin – Alexander J. Scott
Carrolltown – Olivia Kira Deckard, Julie Ann Dotts, Jude Simon Kline, Grace Isabella Krumenacker, DJ Austin Weaver
Cassville – Connor B. Hicks
Central City – Tara Leslie Corradini, Gretchen Mae Miller, Haily Nicole Wagoner
Centre Hall – Abby Elaine Tice
Chest Springs – Addi Monique Balzano
Claysburg – Galen Seymour
Coalport – Linda L. Snyder
Colver – Calvin McCullough Jacobs, Shelly May Krumenacker
Confluence – Trinity Jean Hyatt
Cresson – Angela Diane Noel, Ian David Rice
Davidsville – Chase Joseph Dinyar, Kyler Mauzy, Olivia R. Ryan, Ella Mankamyer
Duncansville – Raechel Collier, Jonathan David Edmundson, Andrew Joseph Higdon, Paul Leo Lumadue
Dunlo – Bethany Joy Leichliter
Dysart – Jerzy C. Vinglish
East Conemaugh – Aubree K. Himes
Ebensburg – Veronica R. Chumrik, Brendon Michael Demchak, Joseph Thomas Flick, Dani Danielle Gittings, Elizabeth G. Mundok, Nikki Dawn Zimmerman
Elmora – Junseo Deckard, Kenzie Grace Mulraney
Elton – Bryce Ian Johnson, Madison B. Snowball
Everett – Madison Nicole Sheeder
Fairhope – Megan Riley Persuhn
Flinton – Sophia Rose Romano
Fort Hill – Brooke Renae Snyder
Friedens – Gavin James Kimmel, Mwanida Sampa
Glen Hope – Madelyn Noel Peachman
Greensburg – Heather Harmon
Hastings – Stella Marie Illig, Holly Jean Leamer, Kenadi Elizabeth Weakland
Heilwood – Connor M. Crowley
Hollidaysburg – Justin Michael Leamer, Olivia Marie Morgan, Megyn L. Nolan, Chris Edward Piper
Huntingdon – Dylan Edward Miller, Bailey Norris, Katie G. Pyne
Imler – Cayla Bussard
Indiana – Silas C. Bothell, Elizabeth M. Diehl, Kaley Ann Learn, Michael John Mundwiler
Jerome – Kalie Morgan Lysic
Johnstown – Gabriel Anderson, Noah Xavier Anderson, Nancy Arias, Livia Ann Bailey, Casey Nathaniel Barrett, AJ Biggs, Callihan Bradley, Finnegan James Bradley, Lillian Grace Brown, Jesse Zane Burkett, Marissa Camut, Aidan Matthew Connor, Aurora B. Croyle, Dahrianna Cuello, Amelia Nicole D’Agostino, Dawn Elaine Davis, Sarah DeBose, Joseph A. Denney, Andrea L. DiSalvo, Maisha B. El, Darik S. Elliott, Kaedan W. Errett, Kyle Lee Feliciano, David John Ferla, Benjamin A. Fetzer, Karsyn Taylor Ford, Karissa Nycole Gerber, Julie Gigliotti, Carly Gorden, Ryan Arthur Gorden, Emirson Grassmyer, Yalania Grimes, Christian J. Haberkorn, Christian Harding, Gabriel Byron Helsel, Sha’Nya Henry, Jeffrey Alan Hewitt, Emanuel R. Hill, Tranise Hill, Cal R. Holt, Ireland G. Howard, Matthew James Jasper, Matthew D. Johnson, Heaven Leigh Jones, Kerry L. Jones, Allison Marie Kabo, Carissa Anne Kaufman, Kass Max Kearney, Brian Scott Kennedy, Quinn C. Komar, Shawn M. Kornprobst, Kaiden Robert Kunkle, Lila Ashley Lehman, Zach Leo Lindemann, Sage Nevaeh Lodolinski, Isabela Jolie Lute, Lyndsey Ann Macey, Marlea Lynn Malkin, Avery Claire Marshall, Nicki Elizabeth McIntosh, Kim McKee, Sean Thomas McNally, Alyse Renae Michuk, Hannah Theresa Miklos, Kayleigh Rae Mikolich, Elijah James Minahan, Alexandra Q. Mock, Amanda Nicole Mosorjak, Zoe A. Nagle, Travis Niessner, Caleb Duran Orie, Priscilla Ortiz, Brynn Faith Pallone, Mackenzie Lynn Quinn, Brianna Joann Rager, Chelcie Lee Ream, Carson Michael Reckner, Sandi Joan Rivera, Chloe Catherine Roberts, Max Kai Rowe, Zak John Salem, Stephanie Michelle Shuhayda, Brooke Lynn Skovensky, Morgan Patsy-Elaine Stevanus, Julia Nicole Suhayda, Bella Lorraine Synan, Allison L. Trigona, Ethan Matthew Usrey, Nick Vasa, Jenessa Kevyn Walker, Erik Laroi Ward, Tessa Marie Weeks, Emily Jo Weyer, Gabrielle E. Wilfong, Kelvin Moises Williams, Renu Williams, Nick I. Wilson, Evan Joseph Wiseman, Maisey R. Zvara
Kane – Ella Klaiber
Ligonier – Lauren Leah Eslary
Lilly – Dylan Michael Boreck
Loretto – Jaden Conrad
Mapleton – Brody Kohler
Marion Center – Mason Garrett Pearce
Markleton – David James Mardis
Martinsburg – Mark David Bettwy, Jarrin Butler, Hannah E. Greenleaf, Jade Kathryn Replogle, Kaitlin Marie Smith
McVeytown – Katrina M. Secrest, Kaitlyn Walk
Melbourne – Jake Ryan Oglesby
Meyersdale – Paige Elizabeth Beal, Paige Elizabeth Boyer, Ashlyn Paige Clayton, Kaitlin Custer, Taryn Leigh Miller
Milroy – Kate Lynn Brundage
Mineral Point – Elliot Michael Knepper, Allie Anne Polchito, Travis Roy Varner
Monongahela – Shelby Criss
Mount Union – Justin Andrew Chaney, Madalyne Nichole Cook, Kavanagh P. Edwards, Sydnee J. Harris, Oscar T. James, Ava L. McVey
Nanty Glo – Kylee Lynn McMullen
New Enterprise – Heather J. Wiest
New Florence – Hannah L. Rudnik
Newry – Travis John Molliver
Northern Cambria – Joshua Jeffrey Allen, Shelby Lynn Beaucage, Olivia Ann Cavallo, Kenny Alexander Christoff, Adrianna Rose Farrell, Leanna Renae Gouer, Madisyn Rori- Frances McConnell, Lynette Ann McMullen, Mandy Perrone, Alexandra Elizabeth Rummell, Lauren A. Sichko, Makayla Grace Stephens, Jonah Stivanelli, Joshua Robert Walters
Osterburg – Nickie Sue VanPelt
Parkhill – Peyton Allen Urban
Patton – Caitlyn Renae Carnahan, Brenda Rosenthal, Isabella Madalynn Stanko
Penn Run – Breanna N. Cessna
Petersburg – Hannah Marie Detterline, Zoe S. Walters
Pittsburgh – Latisha Lynn Coker, Rashea Scott
Portage – Grace Noelle Corte, Francis James Fordick, Jessica Dawn Karstetter, Lauren Marie Lockard, Jake Matthew Nolan
Revloc – Marah June Ketchock
Roaring Spring – Emma Catherine Balliet, Paul R. Rhodes
Rockwood – Kelly Ann Hearn, Corinna A. May, Joscelin Marie Revello
Ruffs Dale – Jacob Manetta
Saint Benedict – Emma Joy McGowan
Salix – Kelsey M. Shedlock
Schellsburg – Lexyn K. Corle
Seward – Aidan J. Strong
Shirleysburg – London C. Brumbaugh
Somerset – Kaitlyn Jean Barron, Skye Blu Bocianowski, Bret Bovkoon, Carter Jordan Hayman, Samantha Elizabeth Katz, Rebekah Marie Krishak, Jordan Faith Pyle, Connor A. Singo, Samantha Elaine Whipkey
South Fork – Emmie Marie Johns, Christina Nicole Schrader, Jason Anthony Toler, Matthew O. Knepper
Spring Mills – Samantha Brown
Sproul – Deanna L. Hoenstine
Spruce Creek – Hailey Dawn Weyer
State College – Farhan Hassan Talukder
Stoystown – Kendall M. Kramer, Hunter Luke Martin
Summerhill – Leah A. Wirfel
Sykesville – Thomas Allen Reihart
Three Springs – Dayton D. Clippinger, Katelyn M. Harper
Todd – JJ Miracle Kurnas
Tyrone – Morgan Elizabeth Crocefoglia, Emma Riley Dibert, Adriana Elizabeth Kessler, Stacy Teresa Kustaborder, Meghan E. McMullen, Melissa Woomer
Uniontown – Teona Hriblan
Warriors Mark – Amy Korli
Windber – David Anthony Bernecky, Julia Grace Burkhard, Abigail Elizabeth Bush, RhiAnna Lyn Flook, Rylee Jaden Griffin, Ashley Linda Harris, Loren Alexis Hecht, Kaden Michael Klonicke, Hannah M. Knappenberger, Amy Lynn Mirilovich, Bobbi Jane Pierce, Mason Carter Popovich, Cayden Taylor Thompson, Bella Ann Vranich, Heather Marie Whetstone, Marina Jo Yarnavick
First National Bank’s Senior Vice President and Regional Credit Officer, Greg Winger, recently presented a $3,000 donation to the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Foundation. This contribution will be directed towards the College’s Educational Income Tax Credit (EITC) fund, further supporting its mission and initiatives.
This generous donation will empower the bank and other institutions to contribute to the educational initiatives offered by the College. By maintaining its EITC status and with the support of this exceptional contribution, Penn Highlands will be able to provide classes at a reduced price for students in the Accelerated College Education (ACE) Program and those enrolled in dual enrollment.
“First National Bank’s donation to the EITC program illustrates our shared commitment to fostering community growth and providing valuable opportunities,” stated Carole VanMeter, Director of the Foundation. “This support ensures that we can continue to offer affordable, high-quality education, empowering students to become competent and impactful members of our community.”
EITC supports high school students by offering the opportunity to enroll in college-level courses. Through this program, students can earn credits and gain insight into the potential futures that Penn Highlands can provide them with.
“First National Bank is pleased to continue our long-standing support of Penn Highlands’ mission and its students,” stated Winger, who also serves as Chairperson of the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Board of Trustees.
Since 2023, the EITC Program has received over $30,000 in funding, enabling the College to provide over 2,000 participating students with more than 7,000 credits at discounted rates.
Photo may accompany article. Photo is of the check donation to the College, taken at the College’s Richland Campus. Pictured Left to Right: Greg Winger, Senior Vice President and Regional Credit Officer at First National Bank; Dr. Steve Nunez, College President; Jeff Wood, College Foundation Board of Directors President; and Carole VanMeter, College Director of the Foundation.
