Now Enrolling Students in Continuing Education Welding Courses

Johnson College’s Continuing Education Program is currently enrolling students for their next Fundamentals of Welding course starting on July 13, 2023, and an Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding course starting July 27, 2023.  Both classes will be held on the Johnson College Scranton campus. To learn more or enroll, visit johnson.edu/continuing-education/ or contact the Johnson College Continuing Education department at 570-702-8979 or email continuinged@johnson.edu. 

During the Fundamentals of Welding, students will learn the basics of the major welding processes.

The Intermediate Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick) Welding course will teach students equipment set-up, basic techniques, and safety for oxy-fuel welding and cutting.  In addition, basic metallurgy, welding codes, welding inspection, and welding symbols will be discussed.

Now Enrolling Students in Basic Maintenance Course

Johnson College’s Continuing Education Program is currently enrolling students in its next Basic Maintenance course offered on the College’s Scranton campus. The course will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. beginning on July 10, 2023, to August 16, 2023, and cost $500.

This 48-hour non-credit certificate course is designed for individuals looking to enter the high-demand field of maintenance and repair. Students will learn basic maintenance and repair skills required in the upkeep of building and property systems. Instructional topics include areas such as tools, equipment, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, pest control, weatherization, and painting.

To learn more or enroll, visit https://johnson.edu/continuing-education/, call 570-702-8979, or email continuinged@johnson.edu.

Johnson College to Hold Instant Enrollment Decision Day for Prospective Students

Johnson College is hosting an Instant Decision Day for prospective students on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside Woolworth Hall on the Johnson College Scranton campus.

Johnson College will provide prospective students with an immediate enrollment decision during the Instant Decision event. Students must supply their high school and/or college transcripts. It is highly recommended that the prospective student completes a Johnson College application before attending.

To register to attend, click here.

Applications for Johnson College’s Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiologic Technology, and Veterinary Nursing programs are excluded from instant decisions.

Celebration of Industry to Honor Alum, David Boniello ‘84

Johnson College will host its first-ever Celebration of Industry event on September 7, 2023, on the College’s Scranton campus. The event will honor David Boniello ’84, President of Simplex Industries, as the recipient of the President’s Spirit of Giving Award for his leadership and contributions to Johnson College and the region.

Johnson College’s Celebration of Industry is a signature fundraising event that celebrates the unique relationship between the College and its industry partners. Each year, an industry partner will be honored for work as an industry champion and for playing a vital role in supporting the College’s students and the community. Proceeds from the event will benefit the College’s Innovation at Work Capital Campaign to improve programs and facilities for student success.

The President’s Spirit of Giving Award is an artistic representation of the community, students, and the College made of steel and welded together in a flowing 3D design. The award was designed and created by members of the College’s Welding Department including Tony DeLucca, Welding Technology Program Director, Ben Lipperini, Welding Instructor, and Josh Perniciaro, Welding Instructor.

Mr. Boniello is a native of Dunmore, Pa., and graduated from Johnson College with an Associate Degree in Building Construction Technology in 1984. He became an active member of the College community by participating in its Program Advisory Committees, as a member of the Board of Directors in 2008, and became the first alum to be named Chair of the Board of Directors in 2016.

Mr. Boniello worked on the College’s first capital campaign from 2009 to 2014, helping to raise over $5.1 million, and currently chairs the College’s $5 million five-year capital campaign, Innovation at Work, launched in 2021. He played an instrumental role in the College’s nationwide search for the current President and CEO, Dr. Katie Pittelli.

Mr. Boniello has been part of the Simplex team for over 30 years. Throughout his professional career, he rose through positions in sales and management before being appointed to Vice President of Simplex, where he focused on developing and maintaining relationships with large-scale customers. He oversaw the company’s largest apartment and townhome projects across the Mid-Atlantic region. He was promoted to President in 2022. Furthermore, in 2005, he was an instrumental part of the company’s efforts to launch its own retail division for home sales called Cornerstone Building Solutions Inc. of which he currently serves in the capacity of President.

In addition to his commitment to Johnson College, Boniello is a former board member of the Lackawanna Home Builders Association and Home Builders Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania, along with the Women’s Resource Center Golf Tournament Committee.

Simplex Industries has been an industry partner of Johnson College for over 25 years. The partnership benefits both organizations and most importantly, the local community. Through collaborative efforts with NeighborWorks of Northeastern Pennsylvania and the Lackawanna County Area on Aging, the College and Simplex are involved with the Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity (ECHO). The project allows older adults to remain close to family or caretakers as they age by placing cottages on their properties. These structures are designed and built by Johnson College students and members of the Simplex team.

To learn about available sponsorship opportunities for the Celebration of Industry, please contact Karen Baker, Senior Director of College Advancement, at kbaker@johnson.edu or (570) 702-8908.

Now Enrolling Students in CDL Driver Training Course at Greater Hazleton Campus

Johnson College, in partnership with Ancora Education, is now enrolling students in its Class A CDL Driver Training course that begins on June 26, 2023, at the College’s new satellite campus, Johnson College at the CAN DO Training Center, in Hazle Township.

To learn more or to enroll in the Class A CDL Driver Training course, visit johnson.edu/hazleton-cdl or contact the College’s Continuing Education department at continuinged@johnson.edu

Students will learn to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380 -397 and a certificate for entry-level drivers), trip planning, cargo handling, size/weight laws, general maintenance procedures, hours of service, and accident prevention. Participants in this 160-hour program can obtain their CDL in as little as four weeks. The course complies with the new Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) rules established by the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA), which went into effect in February 2022.

2023 Commencement & Awards Night Photos Available

Photos taken by Johnson College during the 2023 Awards Night on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, and Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 13, 2023, are now available on the College’s Flickr page. Below are the links to each photo album.

2023 Awards Night Photo Album – https://flickr.com/photos/johnson-college/albums/72177720308375111

2023 Commencement Ceremony Photo Album – https://flickr.com/photos/johnson-college/albums/72177720308407288

Johnson College to Host Transfer Day on May 24, 2023

Johnson College is holding a Transfer Day on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 12 to 3 p.m. on its campus in Scranton, PA. The College is encouraging current college students that are interested in changing the direction of their education and, ultimately, their career path to visit its campus.

Students will meet with Enrollment, Financial Aid, Career Services, and Counseling and Disability Services representatives. In addition, staff members from the Registrar’s Office will be on-hand for transfer credit analyses and review potential schedules for the upcoming semester. Students will learn why Johnson College is the leader in hands-on education, how it exposes students to industry from day one, and how its two-year degree programs, focusing on careers in in-demand industries, have the highest return on investment in the short term. 

To attend Transfer Day at Johnson College, students must register online at https://johnson.edu/transfer/ or contact the College’s enrollment team at enroll@johnson.edu or (570) 702-8856.

Spring 2023 Semester President’s List

Dr. Katie Pittelli, President & CEO of Johnson College, has announced the President’s List of students who have completed the 2023 Spring Semester with a grade point average of 3.90 or higher.

Laura Alleva-Cox, Automotive Technology, Archbald, PA

Jacob Banta, Automotive Technology, Trucksville, PA

Richard Christianson, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology, Susquehanna, PA

Alyssa Crawford, Electrical Construction Technology, Jermyn, PA

Briana Curtis, Electrical Engineering Technology, Blakely, PA

Hezekiah Deitz, Electrical Construction Technology, Hamlin, PA

Brandon Grandinetti, Computer Information Technology, Olyphant, PA

Jared Hodorawis, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Honesdale, PA

Thomas Huffsmith, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology, Factoryville, PA

Sean Hughes, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Moscow, PA

Anthony Kutchmanich, Physical Therapist Assistant, Greenfield Twp., PA

Samantha Leeuwen, Radiologic Technology, Springbrook Twp., PA

Jeremy Lewis, Radiologic Technology, Bear Creek, PA

Dustin McAllister, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology, Scranton, PA

Jessica McKee, Radiologic Technology, Thornhurst, PA

Chase Notz, Computer Information Technology, Scranton, PA

Alexandra Nowicky, Radiologic Technology, Drums, PA

Christian Overholtz, Automotive Technology, Scranton, PA

John Ozark Jr., Diesel Truck Technology, Pittston Twp., PA

Evan Smith, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Tunkhannock, PA

Matthew Spiccioli, Electrical Construction Technology, Kingston, PA

Kamron VanWert, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Peckville, PA

Devin Walsh, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology, Olyphant, PA

Kevin Williams, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology, Eynon, PA

SCNAVTA Raises Money for Local Animal Rescues

Johnson College’s Student Chapter of the National Association of Veterinary Technicians (SCNAVTA) raised money for local animal rescues.

Students in the organization sold Gertrude Hawk chocolate bars both in person and online during the 2022-23 school year. Through their fundraising efforts, the organization raised $1,000 for both the NEPA Pet Fund & Rescue as well as the SPCA of Luzerne County.

Johnson College’s Veterinary Nursing program works closely with these local rescues to provide care to animals while obtaining hands-on learning opportunities.

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) is a dynamic community of credentialed veterinary technicians dedicated to advancing the profession of veterinary nursing through advocacy, awareness, and professional development. The student chapter of the organization (SCNAVTA) enables students to experience the responsibilities that go along with being a member of a profession.

To learn more about the Veterinary Nursing program, visit https://johnson.edu/divisions-of-study/health-and-animal-sciences/veterinary-nursing/.

Pictured left to right – back row: Cassidy Weber, Student; Jackie Albano, Student; Molly Nagle, Student; Kayla Ross, Student; Brooke Fable, Student; Dr. Megan Varner-Soden, Veterinarian, Johnson College; Amanda Melnyk, CVT, Veterinary Nursing Instructor, Johnson College; Kimberly Konopka ‘07, BS, CVT, Program Directory of Veterinary Nursing, Johnson College; Jamie Laubenstein ‘07, CVT, Veterinary Nursing Instructor, Johnson College; Stephanie Bleckler, Student; Laura Dimenichi, Student; Shelby Jenkins, Student; Kassidy Snyder, Student. Front row: Shannon Ceccoli, Director, NEPA Pet Fund & Rescue; Carol Amos, Education/Volunteer Coordinator, SPCA of Luzerne County; Dave Phillips, Volunteer, SPCA of Luzerne County.