Biannual Conference Helps Educators Chart Students' Path to Rewarding Careers

Published 11.18.2016

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Dennis L. Correll, associate dean for enrollment management, talks about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and how the earlier submission date will affect students and scholarships.Attendees climbed a poplar tree with ropes and saddles during a session with Justin Shelinski, laboratory assistant for horticulture.In the Nursing Education Center, guests attend a simulated delivery under the guidance of Jessica L. Bower (at bedside), simulation laboratory coordinator, and Samantha M. Weaver, (background) learning laboratory coordinator.Instructor Carl J. Bower Jr. shows how computer software aids in landscape design.A visitor explores the college's information technology offerings.Secondary teachers, school counselors, co-op coordinators and administrators attended Friday's College & Career Readiness Conference at Penn College. Among the highlights was a presentation by Hans Meeder, president of the National Center for College and Career Transitions, who detailed how alliances of business, community and education can develop career pathways for students. The twice-yearly event, coordinated by the College Transitions Office, also included breakout discussions, tours and "Have You Ever ...?" hands-on demonstrations in a variety of majors.
Photos by Grace F. Clark, student photographer