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College welcomes Community to new Somerset Center

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.

Ellis Griffith appointed to College Foundation Board of Directors

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.

Dean’s List for Fall 2011 announced

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

Huntingdon approved by the Middle States Commission

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.”

Financial Donation from Kish Bank helps College’s ACE Program

Bill Yaudes, Vice President and Huntingdon Regional Market Manager for Kish Bank, presents a check to Dr. Walter Asonevich, President of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, at the College’s Huntingdon Center at 6311 Margy Drive. Kish Bank made the $4,000 donation to the College Foundation’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program, which helps fund the College’s Accelerated College Education (ACE) Program.

“Our growth and development in Huntingdon County is due in large part to the commitment of businesses such as Kish Bank,” said Asonevich. “We thank them for their financial support and their dedication to the Huntingdon Community.”