Johnson College’s Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology program hosted its third auction to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA on Thursday, April 11th. The items up for auction were all created by students in the Carpentry & Cabinetmaking program, and the event was organized by Logistics & Supply Chain Management senior Matthew Darrow, ’19. More than 70 items were auctioned off including cutting boards, chess boards, stools, benches, tables, cabinets, wine racks and a toy box.  Most of the items were made from repurposed wood. The auction raised over $7,000 for the local non-profit and brought together a group of faculty, staff, and parents to showcase the wonderful creations the students work on every day.

Darrow, who organized the event as part of an internship said, “Organizing the auction has prepared me for the workforce by allowing me apply the communication, team work, and project and resource management skills that I have acquired through my education at Johnson.” He was very proud to produce an event that supports children in the region. “It was an honor and tremendous opportunity to be able to work with an amazing organization such as the Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA which gives time and support to the youth of our community,” he said

For information about the two-year Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology program, please visit, www.johnson.edu/prospective-students/programs-of-study/building-trades-technology/carpentry-cabinetmaking/.

To learn more about Logistics & Supply Chain Management, please visit www.johnson.edu/prospective-students/programs-of-study/logistics/

Keystone College and Johnson College have signed a dual admission agreement enabling Johnson graduates with associate degrees or certificates in several programs to seamlessly transfer to Keystone to pursue their bachelor degrees.

Under the agreement:

• Johnson graduates with an associate of science degree in computer information technology can transfer into Keystone’s bachelor of science programs in computer science or information technology
• Johnson graduates with an associate degree in logistics and supply chain management can transfer into Keystone’s bachelor of science program in business
• Johnson graduates with an associate degree in veterinary technology can transfer into Keystone’s bachelor of science program in biology.
• Johnson graduates with certificates in welding or in building and property maintenance can transfer into Keystone’s bachelor of science program in business
• Johnson graduates with an associate degree physical therapist assistant can transfer into Keystone’s bachelor of science program in pre-physical therapy.

Students transferring into Keystone programs must meet minimum cumulative grade-point average requirements and satisfy all other transfer requirements.

The agreement is effective in the fall of 2019. Students transferring from Johnson to Keystone will enter with third year status.

“Partnering with Keystone College provides a new pathway to a bachelor’s degree for Johnson College students. Having a pathway to a bachelor’s degree provides the opportunity for students to stack their credentials and further advance in their careers,” said Johnson College President and CEO Katie Pittelli.

“This dual admission agreement between Keystone College and Johnson College suits students of both schools perfectly,” said Keystone President Tracy L. Brundage, Ph.D.

“In today’s professional world, students should have the option of pursuing career pathways that work best for them. The more educational options they have, the more professional opportunities they will have in the future.”

This summer, we welcome students aged 11-16 (grades 6-10) to spend time at Johnson College for our summer camp offerings. Summer Camp is an opportunity for your student to spend time on our campus, and learn something new while having fun! Multiple camps will take place in the time between June 24^th and August 8^th, 2019. Camps will run between the times of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Please see individual camp information for more details.

All student participants must complete the Permission Slip Application and Photo Waiver before attending camp at Johnson College.

Please click on the session name for more information, to register and pay.

Summer Camps are offered through the Continuing Education Department. Please feel free to reach out with any questions you may have by calling 570-702-8979 or email continuinged@johnson.edu.

2019 Camp Sessions:

Electronics STEM
July 8th – 12th
8 AM – 12 PM

• Learn the purpose, process, and techniques of soldering
• Build a soldering board
• Design circuits
• Design and build around CPE
• Learn computer languages used in Electronics Design and Coding
• $150

Introduction to Veterinary Surgery
August 6th – 8th
8 AM – 12 PM

• Overview of common surgical procedures
• Learn about veterinary hospital set up
• Learn about veterinary surgical techniques
• Make your own suture board
• Practice suture patterns
• $120

Solar Power
July 1st – 3rd
9 AM – 12 PM

• Learn about solar cells
• Learn how to convert cell voltage
• Learn about lithium ion batteries, and the concept of lithium charging
• Assemble battery pack
• Assemble solar module
• Circuit test
• $99

Johnson College’s Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology program will host an auction to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA on Thursday, April 11th. The items up for auction were all created by students in the Carpentry & Cabinetmaking program, and the event was organized by Project Management student Matthew Darrow, ’19. More than 60 items will be auctioned off including cutting boards, chess boards, stools, benches, tables, cabinets, wine racks and a toy box. Most of the items were made from re-purposed wood. Last year’s auction raised over $3,000 for the local non-profit and brought together a group of faculty, staff, and parents to showcase the wonderful creations the students work on every day.

The public are invited to attend the auction in Woolworth Hall. Browsing begins at 5 p.m. and the auction begins at 6 p.m. To register, please click here.

For information about the two-year Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology program, please click here.

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Johnson College announces that two employees have been promoted.

Stephenie Vergnetti has been promoted to Vice President of Human Resources and Senior Advisor to the President & CEO. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Marywood University and a Master’s in Human Resources from the University of Scranton. Ms. Vergnetti has been with the College since 2012 and resides in Clarks Summit with her husband and two sons.

Barbara Byrne M.Ed., R.T. (R) (MR) has been promoted to Associate Vice President of Faculty and Continuing Education and also is the Program Director for Radiologic Technology. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science from Misericordia University and a Master’s of Education from Concordia University. Ms. Byrne has been with the College since 2011 and resides in Moosic with her husband and two daughters.

Johnson College has selected Eileen Cipriani, deputy secretary for workforce development at the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry to give the 2019 commencement address to graduates on Saturday, May 18th, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the Theater at North.

As the deputy secretary for workforce development, Ms. Cipriani oversees the commonwealth workforce system, which includes 23 local workforce areas. She is also responsible for the Center for Workforce Information and Analysis, the Office for Labor Market Information, the PA State Workforce Development Board and the commonwealth’s newly established Apprenticeship Training Office.    

Under her leadership the newly created Office of Apprenticeship and Training has greatly expanded, not only the number of apprentices statewide, but also the diversity of occupations. Ms. Cipriani has been instrumental in interagency projects, such as the Next Generation Sector Strategy model to significantly improve the way in which state government addresses business needs and efforts to share interagency resources and data.

Prior to her deputy secretary appointment, Ms. Cipriani was acting director for the State Workers Insurance Fund (SWIF) in Scranton where she was responsible for the management and day-to-day activity of SWIF staff and programs in eight district offices.

In addition to her work as Deputy Secretary, she is also a member of the STEM Advisory Committee, TEAM PA, the PA Interagency Health Equity Team, PA Assistive Technology Council, Aging Council Workforce Workgroup and the Environmental Quality Board.

She holds a bachelor of science from Bloomsburg University and a master’s degree in organizational management from Misericordia University.

Ms. Cipriani lives in West Wyoming, PA with her husband. They have two grown children.

Johnson College is proud to announce the promotion of Liz Renda as the College’s Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Renda began her career in higher education at Johnson College in 2011. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Scranton.

Ms. Renda brings to the College over 15 years of accounting experience and involvement as a community leader. She volunteers annually with the Jude Zayac Foundation and is active in activities at St. Clare/St. Paul School in Scranton.

Ms. Renda is excited to continue her journey at Johnson College and said, “I fully support the College’s mission to provide a hands-on education that is affordable for all students. I look forward to working with the administration to carry out financial priorities that will positively impact the campus and our students.”

Katie Pittelli, President & CEO of Johnson College is excited to continue working with Ms. Renda as she grows into her new role and said, “We are looking forward to Ms. Renda’s financial leadership and guidance as a part of Johnson College’s continued tradition of producing highly skilled technical graduates who have an immediate and direct effect on Northeast Pennsylvania.”

Ms. Renda resides in Scranton with her husband and two children.

On January 15th, Katie Pittelli, President & CEO and Kellyn Nolan, Chief Academic Officer announced Johnson College’s newest program, Building and Property Maintenance. 

The one-year certificate program prepares students to enter the workforce ready to perform general maintenance and repair. Graduates will have industry credentials and will be cross-trained in Carpentry, Electrical Construction, and Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning. Employers seeking trained technicians include residential or business complexes, schools, hospitals, and more.

President Pittelli spoke about the program to an audience of faculty, staff, and industry partners:

“After many months of feasibility conversations and planning, we are very excited to announce to the campus community and our industry partners that a new program of study will begin in 2019. Building and Property Maintenance will allow a new path for students to not only achieve a credentialed certificate, but will also provide them with a path toward a two-year degree in one of three interconnected majors. Enrollment for this program will begin immediately.”

Ms. Nolan detailed the benefits this program will have, not only on industry, but for all types of students:

“First, it is a pathway for a person to achieve a position as an entry-level maintenance technician, a job that is sought in all kinds of industries. This is not limited to custodial work, but the maintenance of lighting, heating, and upkeep that all buildings need.

Second, it is an option for a student who is hesitant to commit to a two-year program. By aligning the Building and Property Maintenance curriculum with that of the Building Trades and Technology Curriculum- Heating Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, Carpentry, and Electrical Construction, we have created a way for someone to come back for a second year and earn an associate’s degree.

Third, it is an opportunity to upskill. When we say upskill, we mean training current employees to work better and more efficiently. The Building and Property Maintenance certificate program allows organizations a resource to send an employee here, to Johnson College, to improve upon their skills to better serve the organization.”

For more information on the Building and Property Maintenance program, please click here. 

For questions regarding enrollment, please call 570-702-8856 or email enroll@johnson.edu.