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Mar 2025
College Senate
March13March 13, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe College Senate will serve as an advisory group to the President on matters of mutual interest to the Student Senate, the Faculty Senate, the Administrative Senate, and the Staff Senate. As such, it provides a structure to ensure that representatives of the various governance bodies of the College have a venue and a voice in the decision making processes of the College and that these representatives have an opportunity to hear the various opinions of their colleagues.
The College Senate meeting will take place via Zoom. Links will be available at a later date.
Student Senate
March18March 18, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe Student Senate of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College aims to maintain a harmonious relationship among students, faculty, and administration; encourage activities, events, and programs for the benefit of the students and college; ensure that we as students of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College are suitably represented; enable the voice of the student body to be heard; to maintain an atmosphere of student expression, protection of student’s rights, and academic freedom; and promote student leadership based on student interest and the general welfare of our college.
The Student Senate meeting will take place in the Holtzman Board Room (B137) and via Zoom. Links are available below.
Meeting URL: https://pennhighlands.zoom.us/j/87981213429?pwd=eTkgDBiOrh6Piu3nk0faxkfeWeM0YU.1
Meeting ID: 879 8121 3429
Passcode: 934527
Children's Literacy Night
March20March 20, 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmGather the entire family and witness your little ones immerse themselves in the captivating world of learning. Our literacy night is a delightful blend of laughter, curiosity, and the blossoming of your child’s imagination. It’s an unforgettable night where joy and knowledge intertwine, creating cherished memories and bringing stories to life.
Open & Free to all children (Birth – 8 years)!
This FREE literacy event enhances academic literacy development and exposes attendees to literature.
Literacy Night Schedule
- 5:15 – 5:30 PM – Registration & Check-In
- 5:30 – 7:00 PM – Literary Rotations
- 7:00 – 7:30 PM – Pizza & Drinks
Participants & Sponsors
- Caring for Cubs Education Club
- KSLA Keystone State Literacy Association
- Cambria County Library
- United Way of Southern Alleghenies
- The Learning Lamp
- Junior Achievement
- YMCA
- Beginnings, Inc
Children will be supervised by current Early Childhood Education and Education students at various literacy stations. Each literacy station will have a developmentally appropriate hands-on activity for the children to be actively engaged in; each station will last approximately 10 minutes.
Parents and/or Guardians of the attendees must stay with their children at the event.
Literacy Night Registration
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Job, Internship, and Transfer Fair
March26March 26, 2025, 10:30 am - 1:30 pmDon’t miss out on this year’s Job, Internship, and Transfer Fair! With as many as 60 employers and 30 transfer institutions present, you’ll have the opportunity to explore your future plans, whether that involves entering the workforce or pursuing further education at a four-year college after your time at Penn Highlands.
Open to all Penn Highlands Students and Alumni.
Looking for a job or internship? Meet with company recruiters from various industries to learn about job and internship opportunities. This is your chance to make valuable contacts that can benefit you in both your current and future employment search.
Looking to transfer after graduating from Penn Highlands? Speak with college representatives about your transfer plans. This is the best way to ensure your credits will transfer seamlessly to where you want to go.
Puttapalooza
March28March 28, 2025, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pmGet your putters ready! Players will traverse an adventurous 18-hole course through the College’s Richland Campus hallways. Team prizes, a ticket auction, food, and drinks are all included. *Please bring your own putter and golf ball as only a limited number will be available.
Online registration opens January 21 and closes on March 25 or when all slots are filled.
- 5 PM: Registration, Raffles, 50/50s, & Appetizers
- 5:45 PM: Shotgun Start
- 7 PM: Dinner, Drinks, Awards, & Raffle Drawings
Proceeds support the Supporting Scholars Fund. Each year, 15 deserving high school seniors from across the region receive up to $3,000 per semester to attend and earn an education. These scholarships include the Presidential, Emerging Leader, and Destination Graduation options.
Tickets & Sponsorships (SOLD OUT)
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Foursome: $180(SOLD OUT) -
Individual Mini-Golfer: $50(SOLD OUT) -
College Employees & Alumni: $35(SOLD OUT)
SPONSORSHIPSEagle Level: $750
- One foursome.
- Logo on social media.
- Logo on website.
- Logo on after-event “thank you” message to ALL participants, sponsors, and donors.
- Exclusive verbal recognition during the event.
Birdie Level: $500
- One foursome.
- Logo at the main bar.
- Logo on website.
Fairway Level: $250
- One foursome.
- Logo at the registration table.
Hole Sponsorship: $50
- Logo at 1 mini golf hole (seen by all participants).
Ace Sponsorship
- Donate an item for the raffle table!
Event Sponsors
Jeff & Karen Wood
Apr 2025
Student Senate
April01April 1, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe Student Senate of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College aims to maintain a harmonious relationship among students, faculty, and administration; encourage activities, events, and programs for the benefit of the students and college; ensure that we as students of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College are suitably represented; enable the voice of the student body to be heard; to maintain an atmosphere of student expression, protection of student’s rights, and academic freedom; and promote student leadership based on student interest and the general welfare of our college.
The Student Senate meeting will take place in the Holtzman Board Room (B137) and via Zoom. Links are available below.
Meeting URL: https://pennhighlands.zoom.us/j/87981213429?pwd=eTkgDBiOrh6Piu3nk0faxkfeWeM0YU.1
Meeting ID: 879 8121 3429
Passcode: 934527
Student Senate
April15April 15, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe Student Senate of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College aims to maintain a harmonious relationship among students, faculty, and administration; encourage activities, events, and programs for the benefit of the students and college; ensure that we as students of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College are suitably represented; enable the voice of the student body to be heard; to maintain an atmosphere of student expression, protection of student’s rights, and academic freedom; and promote student leadership based on student interest and the general welfare of our college.
The Student Senate meeting will take place in the Holtzman Board Room (B137) and via Zoom. Links are available below.
Meeting URL: https://pennhighlands.zoom.us/j/87981213429?pwd=eTkgDBiOrh6Piu3nk0faxkfeWeM0YU.1
Meeting ID: 879 8121 3429
Passcode: 934527
Board of Trustees Meeting
April15April 15, 2025, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmThe Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.
The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.
College Senate
April24April 24, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe College Senate will serve as an advisory group to the President on matters of mutual interest to the Student Senate, the Faculty Senate, the Administrative Senate, and the Staff Senate. As such, it provides a structure to ensure that representatives of the various governance bodies of the College have a venue and a voice in the decision making processes of the College and that these representatives have an opportunity to hear the various opinions of their colleagues.
The College Senate meeting will take place via Zoom. Links will be available at a later date.
Student Engagement Awards
April24April 24, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmThe Student Engagement Awards Ceremony recognizes students who have achieved the highest academic level in their respective programs.
- Date/Time: Thursday, April 24th at 6 PM
- Location:Â Richland Campus
- Questions: Contact Sue Brugh by phone at 814.262.6463 or by email by clicking here.
Awards are given to students who have achieved the highest academic level in their respective programs, as well as those who will be inducted into the National Society of Leadership and Success and Phi Theta Kappa. Club awards are also given to those students involved in their respective clubs. The club awards are based on both leadership and service. The nominations for the Distinguished Graduate Award will also be presented during this ceremony. The Distinguished Graduate accolade recognizes a student who has dedicated their time and efforts to enriching Pennsylvania Highlands Community College and the surrounding community while upholding an exemplary academic record. The Distinguished Graduate Award will be presented at this year’s Commencement.
In addition to being an in-person event, you can watch a live stream on the College’s YouTube channel.
May 2025
Student Senate
May06May 6, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe Student Senate of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College aims to maintain a harmonious relationship among students, faculty, and administration; encourage activities, events, and programs for the benefit of the students and college; ensure that we as students of Pennsylvania Highlands Community College are suitably represented; enable the voice of the student body to be heard; to maintain an atmosphere of student expression, protection of student’s rights, and academic freedom; and promote student leadership based on student interest and the general welfare of our college.
The Student Senate meeting will take place in the Holtzman Board Room (B137) and via Zoom. Links are available below.
Meeting URL: https://pennhighlands.zoom.us/j/87981213429?pwd=eTkgDBiOrh6Piu3nk0faxkfeWeM0YU.1
Meeting ID: 879 8121 3429
Passcode: 934527
Cybersecurity Conference (BSides)
May08May 8, 2025, 8:00 am - 4:30 pmThe BSides Cybersecurity Conference unites experts from diverse areas to discover the “next big thing” in information security. As an open forum, BSides offers security professionals the chance to exchange ideas, gain insights, and forge lasting connections within the community. This event presents a unique opportunity to establish trusted relationships with key community members directly.
College Senate
May08May 8, 2025, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmThe College Senate will serve as an advisory group to the President on matters of mutual interest to the Student Senate, the Faculty Senate, the Administrative Senate, and the Staff Senate. As such, it provides a structure to ensure that representatives of the various governance bodies of the College have a venue and a voice in the decision making processes of the College and that these representatives have an opportunity to hear the various opinions of their colleagues.
The College Senate meeting will take place via Zoom. Links will be available at a later date.
Commencement
May16May 16, 2025, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pmCommencement for the Thirtieth Graduating Class will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 6 PM. The ceremony will take place in the Richland Campus Auditorium. Graduates will report to East Hills Main Gymnasium by 5:15pm with gown, cap, and tassel. Guests will be asked to go directly to the Auditorium.
- WATCH LIVE ON YOUTUBE (coming soon)
- VIEW & DOWNLOAD COMMENCEMENT PROGRAM (coming soon)
- Guest Information
- Archives (Past Programs & Streams)
This momentous occasion marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. It is a time for reflection, gratitude, and looking ahead to the future. The dedication of our graduates is unmatched. We hope that this Commencement ceremony will be a joyful and memorable event for you and your loved ones.
Graduates: Full event details are found by visiting our Commencement webpage.
Guest Information
Tickets will be distributed in early May after we confirm how many graduates are walking. They will have your names on them. If you need handicap tickets, please contact Student Activities.
Guests should arrive no later than 5:45pm to gain entrance to the auditorium.
Those who do not have a ticket will still be able to spend the evening with you on campus. They will be directed to the live-streaming areas on campus. This is also a great location for children to watch.
Commencement Archives
Jun 2025
Board of Trustees Meeting
June17June 17, 2025, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pmThe Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.
The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.
Cyber Security Student Boot Camp
June24June 24, 2025 - June 26, 2025, 8:30 am - 12:30 pmFREE Student Boot Camp for those interested in cybersecurity. It provides advanced face-to-face training for students in grades 9 – 12. This is a two-day boot camp, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, on June 24 and 26.
- Advanced cybersecurity training for students in grades 9 – 12
- Open discussion about cybersecurity trends, tools, and opportunities
- Learn about programming and Linux Operating Systems, and create your own Kali Linux USB bootable drive
- Explore the internal hardware components of a desktop computer
- Instruction and mentoring from college faculty
- Free lunch and USB drive with a bootable Linux Operating System
Questions? Contact Greg Paonessa.
We are a part of the PC4A Consortium. PC4A is comprised of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and six community colleges in Pennsylvania. The goal of PC4A is to support and strengthen the cyber security workforce in the United States of America. Click here to learn more about PC4A.
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