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 …
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Central 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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Central Penn College Voted Best College
Central Penn College is proud to announce that it has been named the Reader’s Choice for ‘Best College’ in Harrisburg Magazine’s 2025 Reader’s Choice awards for the second straight year. The annual contest recognizes the best businesses, organizations, and institutions in the capital region, with winners chosen directly by community votes. This year’s recognition is particularly significant, as the college received double the number …
Central Penn College Taps World Marathoner to Lead Cross Country Program
Central Penn College is excited to announce the hiring of Kelly Smith as the new head coach for its cross country program. Smith will take over the burgeoning program in the fall, with a mission to cultivate a new generation of student-athletes at the college. A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree …
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Central Penn College Partners with Pennsylvania State Police, Offering College Credit for Academy Training
Central Penn College (CPC) today announced a new partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), establishing a collaborative pathway for enlisted and retired troopers to earn college credit for their academy training. This partnership aims to streamline the process for troopers seeking Associate or Bachelor of Science degrees at Central Penn College, primarily in Criminal Justice, by recognizing …
Central Penn College Joins with State Leaders to Offer Scholarships to Commonwealth Employees
Central Penn College is collaborating with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to offer $1,000 scholarships to state employees, expanding accessibility and affordability for workers who plan to pursue business, health care and other career-relevant training at Central Penn College in Summerdale, Cumberland County. By incentivizing continuing education for the Commonwealth workforce at the undergraduate, graduate and …
Central Penn College Men’s Soccer Team Makes History as They Head to Nationals
Central Penn College’s men’s soccer team has made history, clinching a spot in the USCAA Small College National Championship Tournament for the first time. Under the leadership of Coach Brian Osborne, the Knights have soared to new heights, becoming Eastern States Athletic Conference (ESAC) champions and earning the #2 seed for the championship tournament. Building …
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Central Penn College Unveils New Surgical Technology Education Center
When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered many doors in the midstate in 2020, it sent the health care sector into overdrive. Central Penn College leaders reached out to their health care partners during this unprecedented crisis to see what training and staff they needed most urgently, and the answer was clear: they needed surgical technologists—those who …
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Central Penn College Announces Development Plans for Summerdale Property
Central Penn College, a leader in Central Pennsylvania business education since 1881, is embarking on an exciting new chapter. This project reflects the college’s deep commitment to reinvesting in the community, fostering local business growth, and further solidifying its roots in Summerdale.
Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) Program Gets Green Light at Central Penn College
Central Penn College is pleased to announce that the Pennsylvania State Board of Dentistry has approved its new Expanded Function Dental Assistant (EFDA) program, with classes expected to start in its upcoming summer and fall terms.
