Central Penn College’s Initiative to Combat PA’s Dental Healthcare Shortage
New Scholarships and 9-Month Certificate Program Helps Students Train Quickly and Return to Serve Their Communities Central Penn College today announced an initiative designed to help address Pennsylvania’s urgent shortage of dental health professionals. Many regions across the state are designated Dental Health (DH) Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs)—meaning residents struggle to access essential oral …
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FULL STORYCentral Penn College Earns Hunger-Free Campus Designation and New Grants to Expand Food Assistance
College Earns Key Grants to Expand Food Pantry and Anti-Hunger Efforts At a time when food insecurity is on the rise nationwide, the Pennsylvania Department of Education has officially recognized Central Penn College’s efforts to combat hunger by re-designating the 144-year-old college as a “Hunger-Free Campus.” This honor is complemented by a $3,000 “Swipe out Hunger” grant from a …
FULL STORYCentral Penn College President Captures National Education Award
Central Penn College President Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, Ed.D., has earned national recognition as one of the “Top People Changing Career Education,” according to Career Education Review magazine. Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams, who is now in her seventh year as the 10th president of Central Penn College, was recognized for her transformative leadership, her authentic relationships with students, and …
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FULL STORYOur student-first approach has helped 89.5% of Central Penn graduates find a job in their chosen field or continue their education within one year of graduation based on our most recent One-year Graduate Follow-up Report. It should be noted that 97.9% of graduates were employed in some capacity or continuing their education.
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Finanical aid and scholarship opportunities are available to more students than you might think. Let us help you make it work.
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