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Finding and Applying for Scholarships
Covering the cost of tuition is something that’s on every college student’s mind. Even when your college offers financial aid to nearly 95% of students — like ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú does — you [...]
High School Seniors: How to Prepare for College
Congratulations! You’re about to make the jump from high school to higher education. It’s an exciting time of life but one that requires a bit of planning. Below are some of the most helpful tips [...]
¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú graduates Class of 2022; Classes of 2020 and 2021 honored
¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú awarded 114 bachelor’s degrees along with more than 413 associate degrees and 36 certificates at the college’s 128th commencement Saturday in the College’s Student [...]
¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú President Dr. Jill Murray Named to Higher Education Power 100
SCRANTON, Pa. – May 3, 2022 – ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú President Dr. Jill Murray has been named to the City & State PA’s 2022 Higher Education Power 100, a list that recognizes the [...]
3 Tips to Survive Finals Week
As the semester draws to a close, ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú students have one more challenge left: finals week. This last test of your knowledge can feel stressful, so it’s important to take a step back, [...]
Five Ways to Prepare for Culinary School
Many of us love to dream up new and exciting dishes. With a Culinary Arts associate degree from ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú, that dream will transform into a fulfilling career! Our program emphasizes the [...]
Benefits of Going to Culinary School
The art of preparing food has become wildly popular. Thanks to the increasing popularity of cooking shows, many people want to become chefs and bakers. In fact, there hasn’t been a more ideal [...]
Thomas P. Cummings Discretionary Fund Established at ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú
April 5, 2022 — Atty. Tom Cummings, pictured center, has established the Thomas P. Cummings Discretionary Fund at ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú. The fund will assist students in the culinary and hospitality [...]
New ROCKET Project Supply Closet Opens
Pictured are, left to right, Dr. Jill Murray, ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú President; Theresa Scopelliti, ROCKET Project founder; Lisa Swartz, Scranton School District and Stephanie Decker, ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú [...]
What You Can Do with a Robotics Degree
Robotics at a Glance The field of robotics has grown a lot over the past few decades as society has started to rely more on technology. With major achievements in engineering, software development [...]
CARES Act Funding is Ending – What Should You Do?
If you used CARES Act funding to cover a portion of your tuition or fees at ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú, you may owe a balance for the Fall 2022 semester as that funding source has expired. What is the CARES [...]
The Top 5 Careers in Petroleum and Natural Gas
Oil and gas are a part of our everyday lives – even with a push toward renewable energy, petroleum, and natural gas jobs aren’t going anywhere. When it comes to employment, The Petroleum and [...]
5 Tips to Get into the Foodservice Industry
Do you love the thrill of a busy workday? Do you consider yourself a master communicator and a natural leader? Maybe you are the creative type who loves to do things like putting together a menu. If [...]
Moses Taylor Foundation Board Approves $250,000 Grant for ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú Scholarships
The Moses Taylor Foundation Board of Directors has approved a five-year grant of $250,000 to support ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú students pursuing degrees in Health Sciences and Human Services. This gift [...]
Three Things to do Before Open House
Choosing a college is a big commitment, and attending an open house can give you the information that you need to decide where you want to go. ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú’s Open House on Saturday, April [...]
Police Academy Hosts Inaugural Roundtable Event
On Tuesday, March 1, the ¾Ã¾Ã¸£Àû¹ú²ú Police Academy hosted its inaugural roundtable event at the College’s Hazleton Center. The roundtable invited leaders in local law enforcement to share [...]
Everything You Need to Know About Becoming a Police Officer
If you’re looking for an exciting career and want to serve your community, then a career in law enforcement is a perfect fit! If you want to be a police officer, you’ll need to complete police [...]
10 Ways to Spread Kindness on Campus
Living in a world of negativity, Random Acts of Kindness Day reminds us that we should be spreading joy and kindness throughout our community. These acts of kindness do not need to be extreme – a [...]
