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• Shea Berrier

  Posted May 29, 2023 at 9:04 pm

  Meet Shea Berrier, a student who came to Penn Highlands through the local CareerLink and overcame many obstacles to become a graduate. He realized Pennsylvania Highlands was the right fit because of the quality education, along with the number of transfer agreements offered.

  Penn Highlands changed Shea’s life because it opened doors and allowed him to accomplish many things. He obtained a National Certified Peer Support Specialist certification and a bachelor’s in Behavioral Science with a minor in Social Work. He is currently at the Blair Drug and Alcohol Partnerships as an Intensive Case Manager who works with the Problem-Solving Courts of Blair County.

  Shea Berrier

  Graduate // Human Services

  

• Dontae Lilly

  Posted at 2:39 pm

  Dontae Lilly is a successful graduate of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College. He earned his associate degree in Business Management in 2009, and then moved on to complete his bachelor’s degree at Saint Francis University.

  Prior to attending Pennsylvania Highlands, Dontae had a career in the military. After the military, Dontae and his family moved back to Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Upon his family’s return to the area, he started visiting local colleges and universities to see what they had to offer, and ended up choosing Pennsylvania Highlands Community College.

  “I looked at many colleges in the region, but the comfort I felt while dealing with the staff at Penn Highlands helped make my decision an easy one. They were willing to help translate my military and real-life experience into college credits. As an adult student, Penn Highlands served as a springboard for my post-military career.”

  While attending, Dontae excelled and became President of the Student Government. His leadership shined both in and out of the classroom. Dontae ultimately attributes Pennsylvania Highlands for helping him with his transition from the military into his now successful post-military career.

  Dontae Lilly

  Graduate // Business Management

  

• Alex Ashcom

  Posted May 28, 2023 at 10:06 pm

  Meet Alex Ashcom, a lifelong resident of Johnstown who went on to become a first-generation college graduate. After high school, Alex planned to enter the military but was convinced by a friend to take some classes. It was his father’s dream to send his son to college and achieve a better life. Penn Highlands was that step. Alex proves that you can go far in life without having to leave the region.

  “The professors are super involved in the lives of their students, not just from an academic standpoint, not just grading tests. They actually care.”

  Alex Ashcom

  Graduate // Criminal Justice

  

• Bill Newcomer

  Posted May 26, 2023 at 10:01 pm

  Bill started his educational journey at the age of 47. Six years later, he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Supported by his wife, children, and grandchildren, he had the support he needed to work full-time while attending college at night. As Bill progressed through college his skills improved. He was promoted to Sales Supervisor and then ultimately Brand Manager at a local beverage distributor. Bill credits Penn Highlands with helping him get to where he is in his career today: as a successful manager.

  Bill Newcomer

  Graduate // Business Management

  

• Leah Fox

  Posted May 23, 2023 at 9:00 pm

  After graduating from Conemaugh Valley High School, Leah got the education she needed from Penn Highlands to have a successful career. In order to become a radiologic technologist, Leah had to pass a board-certified exam first. She credits Penn Highlands with giving her the confidence and education she needed to pass it.

  With some help from Penn Highlands, Leah was able to get a job as a radiologic technologist the same month that she graduated. She is an integral part of our region.

  Leah Fox

  Graduate // Radiologic Technology