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New 3+1 Transfer Agreement with Saint Francis University Provides A Clear Path For Accounting Students

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is proud to announce a new articulation agreement with Saint Francis University, which will allow accounting students to earn their bachelor’s degree through a 3+1 program path.

This agreement replaces the previous 2+2 accounting articulation agreement between Saint Francis University and Penn Highlands. Under the new agreement, students will complete three years of coursework at Penn Highlands Community College before transferring to Saint Francis University for their final year.

“Saint Francis University continues to be a great educational partner with Pennsylvania Highlands Community College,” stated Dr. Steve Nunez, President of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College. “This articulation agreement, as do many others with Saint Francis, provides a seamless and efficient pathway for Penn Highlands students to transfer to Saint Francis University.”

Students who have already completed two years of coursework in the 2+2 framework will have the option to follow the new 3+1 path. This articulation agreement takes effect for both new and current students starting with the Fall 2023 semester.

“Articulation agreements like these provide more opportunities for the residents of central Pennsylvania to complete their bachelor’s degree without ever leaving the region,” continued Dr. Nunez.

Rev. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., Ph.D, Saint Francis University President added, “We are thrilled to announce the establishment of an articulation agreement that creates a clear academic roadmap for students pursuing an accounting degree. This partnership between our institution and Penn Highlands Community College will provide students with a streamlined transfer process and access to valuable resources and support as they work towards achieving their academic and career goals in accounting. We are excited to see the impact this agreement will have on the success of students and the accounting profession as a whole.”

Not only will students earn a bachelor’s degree from a top-tier institution like Saint Francis University, but they will receive additional savings by having their costs of three years match up with tuition and fees at their local, fully accredited community college.

Click here for more details on transfer agreements. 

Police Academy Accepts Donated Police Cruiser

This is the donated police cruiser by the South Fork Borough Police Department to the Penn Highlands Police Academy. April 2023.

The South Fork Borough Police Department recently donated a fully functional, out of service police cruiser to the Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Police Academy (Penn Highlands Police Academy) in an effort to support the training and education of future law enforcement officers.

With this donation, the Penn Highlands Police Academy will be better able to provide additional hands-on training to cadets in a real-world setting. This will help prepare them for the many challenges and situations they will face in their careers.

This donation will not only benefit the Penn Highlands Police Academy, but it will also enhance public safety by helping to produce well-trained and prepared law enforcement officers.

“We are grateful to the South Fork Borough Police Department for this generous donation,” said Dennis Miller, Penn Highlands Police Academy Director. “This police cruiser will provide our cadets with invaluable training and hands-on experience that will prepare the next generation of police officers.”

The Penn Highlands Police Academy is an essential institution that provides comprehensive training to individuals who aspire to become law enforcement officers. It instills future officers with the skills, knowledge, and values necessary to serve and protect their communities.

Click here for more information about the Police Academy at Penn Highlands Community College.

Admissions & Athletics Open House Set For May 1st

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College will be holding an Admissions & Athletics Open House at its facilities on Monday, May 1st. Attendees and their guests may choose to attend one of two sessions at either 2:30pm or 5:30pm.

Individuals will learn about Penn Highlands and its opportunities, including academic programs and coursework, transfer options, and athletics. Information on student life and financial aid will also be presented. Faculty and current students will be on-hand to discuss their personal experiences.

As an added incentive, prospective students will be eligible to win a 2023-2024 tuition voucher, good for a $250 discount, if they complete a survey while in attendance.

To attend, individuals must RSVP online by clicking here.

Open House locations include:

• Blair Center
  Logan Valley Mall (Next to Macy’s)
  5580 Goods Lane, Altoona, PA 16602
  814.201.2700 | blair@pennhighlands.edu

• Ebensburg Center
  881 Hills Plaza Drive, Suite 450, Ebensburg, PA 15931
  814.471.0010 | ebensburg@pennhighlands.edu

• Huntingdon Center
  Sill Business Incubator
  419 14th Street, Huntingdon, PA 16652
  814.643.6200 | huntingdon@pennhighlands.edu

• Richland Campus
  101 Community College Way, Johnstown, PA 15904
  814.262.6446 | admissions@pennhighlands.edu

• Somerset Center
  Somerset County Education Center
  6024 Glades Pike, Suite 210, Somerset, PA 15501
  814.443.2500 | somerset@pennhighlands.edu

Penn Highlands has been serving the community with quality and affordable academic options in an inclusive atmosphere since 1994.

For additional information, contact any of the college locations directly, or call us at 1.888.385.PEAK. Click here for more information. 

College Safety Message

Ensuring a safe college environment is our top priority. College Officials are actively monitoring nearby false active shooter reports at local school districts. We are working closely with law enforcement agencies. At this time, there is no danger to the college community. We will remain cautious and watchful in our efforts.

If immediate action needs to be taken, further PEAK TXT messages will be issued. If you see or hear anything that is cause for concern, please call 911 or contact Safety and Security at 814.262.6427.

Thank you for your cooperation.

College Earns 2023-2024 Silver Military Friendly® Designation

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is proud to announce that it has earned the 2023-2024 Silver Military Friendly® School designation.

Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2023-2024 survey with 665 earning special awards for going above the standard.

The 2023-2024 Military Friendly® Schools list will be published in the May and October issue of G.I. Jobs magazine and can be found at www.militaryfriendly.com.

Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by Viqtory with input from the Military Friendly^® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the higher education and military recruitment community. Final ratings were determined by combining the institution’s survey scores with the assessment of the institution’s ability to meet thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Persistence (Degree Advancement or Transfer), and Loan Default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans.

“Military Friendly® is committed to transparency and providing consistent data-driven standards in our designation process,” stated Kayla Lopez, National Director of Military Partnerships for Military Friendly®. “Our standards provide a benchmark that promotes positive outcomes and support services that better the educational landscape and provide opportunity for the Military Community. This creates a competitive atmosphere that encourages colleges to evolve and invest in their programs consistently. Schools who achieve awards designation show true commitment in their efforts, going over and above that standard.”

For more information about Penn Highlands’ student veteran programs, visit the College’s website at www.pennhighlands.edu.

About Military Friendly^® Schools (www.militaryfriendly.com)
The Military Friendly^® Schools list is created each year based on extensive research using public data sources from more than 8,800 schools nationwide, input from student veterans, and responses to the proprietary, data-driven Military Friendly^® Schools survey from participating institutions. The survey questions, methodology, criteria, and weighting were developed with the assistance of an independent research firm and an advisory council of educators and employers. The survey is administered for free and is open to all postsecondary schools that wish to participate.

About Viqtory (www.viqtory.com)
Founded in 2001, VIQTORY is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and entrepreneurial opportunities through its G.I. Jobs^® and Military Friendly^® brands. VIQTORY and its brands are not a part of or endorsed by the U.S. Dept of Defense or any federal government entity.