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Register now for February’s Continuing Education courses! For more information or to register, visit www.johnson.edu or call the Continuing Education Department at 570-702-8979.

Basic Cutting and Welding
Hours: 375 Hours
Dates: January 30, 2012– May 16, 2012
Schedule: 8am – 2:15pm; Monday – Thursday
Location: Welding Training Center; 2001 Rosanna Ave, Scranton, PA
Tuition: $6,000

Professional Welder
Hours: 725 Hours Certificate Course
Dates: January 30, 2012 – August 23, 2012
Schedule: 8am – 2:15pm; Monday – Thursday
Tuition: $13,500

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Training
Hours: 510 Hours Certificate Course
Dates: January 30, 2011 – June 18, 2012
Schedule: 4pm – 10:15pm; Monday – Thursday
Location: Woolworth Bldg; Precision Machining Classroom
Tuition: $6,250.00

Lead Paint Certification Course (in Conjunction with Environmental Solutions Association)
Hours: 8 Hours
Dates: February 3, 2012
Schedule: 8am – 5pm (one hour lunch on your own)
Location: Richmond Hall, Room 206
Tuition: $250.00 per person

Pennsylvania Vehicle Safety Inspection Course (12 Hours of Classroom + Tactile Test)
Dates: February 7, 8, & 14, 2012
Schedule: 6pm -10pm; Tuesday, Wednesday, Tuesday
Location: Weaver Building; Automotive Classroom
Cost: $160.00 Category 1, Manual $6.00, Upgrades $40.00 each.
Required Materials: MV-409 Form, payment form, valid driver’s license

Johnson College’s Continuing Education Department is excited to announce our Winter/Spring 2012 Course Offerings! Registration is now open.

Call 570-702-8979 or click here for more information.

Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President & CEO of Johnson College, has announced the President’s List of students who have completed the Fall 2011 semester with a grade point average of 3.90 or higher.

All students are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

Class of 2012:

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology:
Miguel Bonilla, Wilkes-Barre
Mark Callahan, Pittston
Anthony Gasper, Montrose

Automotive Technology:
David Birtel, Scranton
Brandon Decker, Hawley
Judd Hayner, Carbondale
Aaron Root, Scranton
Gary Theis, Clarks Summit

Biomedical Equipment Technology:
Jason Borthwick, Clarks Summit
Robert Corradino, Old Forge
Chad Cox, Dunmore
Howard Fulmer, Wyoming
James Morgan, Scranton
Edmund Rochon, Havertown
Alicia Skaluba, Scranton
Phillip Wassil, Jessup

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology:
David Haff, Greentown

Computer Information Technology:
Paul Eccardt, Lake Ariel
John Turpack, Scott Township

Diesel Truck Technology:
Mackenzie Brink, Jefferson Twp.
John Moore, Dickson City
Joseph Wagner, Carbondale

Distribution & Supply Logistics Technology:
Nancy Beavers, Spring Brook Twp.
Elizabeth Walsh, Scranton

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology:
Michael Casey, Archbald
Kyle Decker, Clarks Summit

Electronic Technology:
Daniel Blevins, Tobyhanna
Nathan Jackloski, Wyoming
Jesse Malecki, Old Forge
Brian Scott, Madison Twp.
Stephen Washicosky, Larksville
Nathan Williams, Carbondale

Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology:
Daniel Buchinski, Carbondale Twp.
Nick Kovalik, Moosic
Justin Kraft, Scranton
Eric Szajkowski, Dalton

Precision Machining Technology:
Marcus Murray, Gouldsboro

Radiologic Technology:
Carly Leach, Scranton
Srivats Premkumar, Binghamton, NY

Class of 2013:

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology:
Kira Blevins, Tobyhanna
Katie Hock, South Abington Twp.
Kayla McGowan, Peckville
Jeffrey Mikolaichik, West Wyoming

Automotive Technology:
Mark Branning, Honesdale
Michael Stiltenpole, Dunmore

Biomedical Equipment Technology:
Claude Smith, Dunmore
Joseph Trescavage, Scranton
Jason Wallick, Factoryville
John Wayman, Mayfield

Computer Information Technology:
Paul Conrad, Scranton
Megan Harvey, Mayfield
Matthew Price, Dallas
Nicholas Schepis, Peckville
Salvatore Zaydon, Dickson City

Diesel Truck Technology:
Carlton Williams, Tunkhannock

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology:
Lance Connolly, Scranton
John McClary, Jefferson Twp.
Judson Mead, Pittston
James Schlittler, Moscow

Electronic Technology:
Sara Banick, Moosic
Jesse Clark, Jermyn
Michael Soter, Elmhurst
Lawrence Vispi, Jessup

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning:
Robert Evans, Scranton
Eric Giangrieco, New Milford
Michael Greskovic, Olyphant
Sean Krieg, Taylor
Gennaro Pileggi, Scranton

Precision Machining Technology:
Thomas Hudak, Olyphant

Radiologic Technology:
Janet Gething, Jessup
Rachel Gittens, Duryea
David Havrilak, Bear Creek Twp.
Andrew Inman, Tunkhannock
Tobin Lyons, Pittston
Kori Shepherd, Larksville

Veterinary Technology:
Autumn Buckner, Hatboro
Danielle Debonise, Tobyhanna
Ali Frankenfield, Phillipsburg, NJ
Olivia Keating, Jefferson Twp.
Kristin Lewan, Jefferson Twp.
Lisa Polcha, Jermyn

Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President & CEO of Johnson College, has announced the President’s List of students who have completed the Spring 2011 semester with a grade point average of 3.90 or higher.

All students are from Pennsylvania unless otherwise noted.

Class of 2011:

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology:
Traci Bond, Dunmore
Caleb Jahnke, Dunmore
Ricky Purdy, Taylor

Automotive Technology:
Mark Bootz, Throop

Biomedical Equipment Technology:
Julio Faramelli, Forest City
Albert Green, Dalton
Christopher McHugh, Nuangola
Eric Shager, Forest City
Paul Stacchiotti, Old Forge

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology:
Simon Frailey, New Milford
Richard Norgard, West Caldwell, NJ
Christopher Smith, Havertown
Matt Vacendak, Clarks Summit
Gary VanVranken, Tunkhannock
Michael Zangardi, Scranton

Diesel Truck Technology:
Gerard Barone, Throop
Adam DeLuccie, Scranton
Curtis Herbert, New Milford
William Kimmel, Klingerstown

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology:
David Fetchko, Shavertown
Guy Paone, Scranton
Nicholas Snyder, Dornsife, PA
Ryan Youshock, Scranton

Electronic Technology:
David DeNault, Dalton
Phillip Kosmahl, Gouldsboro
David Krysko, Scranton
John Lashinski, Clarks Summit
Michael Laskowski, Gouldsboro
Christopher Oakley, Taylor
Robert Reichle, Olyphant
Eric Wilcom, Lake Ariel

Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology:
Richard Burnett, Carbondale
Steven Galli, Throop
Jesse King, Tunkhannock
Salvatore Neri, Throop
Eric Szajkowski, Dalton
Walter Wood, Dickson City

Precision Machining Technology:
Timothy DeCicco, Scranton
Jordan Pope, Dornsife

Radiologic Technology:
Antoinette Cassaro, Carbondale
Cassandra Lynott, Scranton
Colleen McGinley, Throop
Kathleen Rafalko, Dupont
Ellen Raino, Clarks Summit
Kristy Saravitz, Montrose
Brittney Sholcosky, Clarks Summit
Kavina Wentland, Carbondale
Kristen Ziomek, Nanticoke

Class of 2012:

Architectural Drafting & Design Technology:
David Doud, Greenfield Twp
Anthony Gasper, Montrose

Automotive Technology:
Brandon Decker, Hawley
Judd Hayner, Carbondale

Biomedical Equipment Technology:
Jason Borthwick, Clarks Summit
Robert Corradino, Old Forge
Alicia Skaluba, Scranton
Phillip Wassil, Jessup
Doloresanne Morgan, Jermyn

Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology:
David Haff, Greentown
Paul Mandarano, Scranton

Computer Information Technology:
Paul Eccardt, Lake Ariel
Allan Ross, Jermyn
John Turpack, Scott Township

Diesel Truck Technology:
Carlton Williams, Tunkhannock

Distribution & Supply Logistics:
Nancy Beavers, Spring Brook Twp.
Meredith Flynn, Scranton

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology:
Michael Casey, Plains
Kyle Decker, Clarks Summit
John LoMonaco, Greentown

Electronic Technology:
Daniel Blevins, Tobyhanna
Nathan Jackloski, Wyoming
Jesse Malecki, Old Forge
Brian Scott, Madison Twp.
Brian Sledzinski, Blakely
Steven Stankus, Clarks Summit
Stephen Washicosky, Larksville
Nathan Williams, Carbondale

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning:
Daniel Buchinski, Carbondale Twp.
Justin Kraft, Scranton

Precision Machining Technology:
Marcus Murray, Gouldsboro
Greg Sucheski, Peckville

Radiologic Technology:
Christine Geiser, Kingston
Carly Leach, Old Forge
Srivats Premkumar, Binghamton
Aimee Lefkoski, Taylor

Veterinary Technology:
Lauren Elmore, Honesdale
Leslie Hunt, Dalton
Kurt Noll, Ashley
Ashleigh Shaffer, Dunmore

Johnson College held its 2011 Fall Career Fair on November 2, 2011. Nearly 200 students and alumni networked with close to 60 organizations, making it the largest career fair in the College’s history.

Roseann Martinetti, Associate Director of Career Services, states, “In the age of virtual career fairs and online applications, the tradition of on-campus career fairs continues to grow and flourish at Johnson College and provides students and alumni with important connections and opportunities to network. Most jobs are not advertised and are filled by word of mouth. Career fairs at the College offer employers a pool of applicants that possess the skills they need and offer the students and alumni a chance to apply for a variety of positions.”

The College’s biannual career fairs occur each Fall and Spring and are open to current Johnson College students and alumni only. Visiting organizations present a wide variety of career opportunities for full-time and part-time positions as well as internship opportunities. Several colleges, which have articulation agreements with Johnson College, are also represented at the fairs to provide information on further education.

The 2011 Fall Career Fair demonstrated that the fairs are not only important to students and alumni but also to local employers.

“This is the best job fair of the year,” asserted Amy Clegg of Express Employment Professionals, a staffing agency that provides full-time and temporary job placement, human resources services, and consulting.

Megan M. Malinak, MSIR, PHR, of Carbondale’s Hendrick Manufacturing, which is a leading provider of perforated metal products and custom fabrication for use in a variety of industries, shared, “We have full-time employees receiving Continuing Education training at Johnson College and we’ve been very happy with the results… When we hire, we look for individuals with a good technical background and the College provides students with that in its degree program areas.”

Johnson College is currently planning its 2012 Spring Career Fair. To find out more about the College and its career fairs, visit www.johnson.edu.

Nearly 200 students and alumni networked with close to 60 organizations at Johnson College’s 2011 Fall Career Fair on November 2, 2011.

From left to right: Caleb Jahnke ’11, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dunmore; William Hines ’13, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Upper Darby; Susan E. Zehner, Human Resource Analyst for the Bureau of Human Resources, PA Department of Labor and Industry

From left to right: Butch Barron, Human Resources Generalist for Sandvik; Brian Scott ’12, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.;  Nathan Williams ’12, Electronic Technology, Carbondale; Pietro Santarelli ’12, Electronic Technology, Jessup; Chelsea Sanchez ’12, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna

The Johnson College community has been getting into the holiday spirit by helping others.

On November 19, 2011, students and staff as well as their friends and family volunteered at the 19th Annual Greater Scranton Jaycees Santa Parade. Thousands of people enjoyed the parade and welcomed Santa Claus to downtown Scranton. This year’s event required approximately 300 volunteers. Many of the volunteers from the College held the largest helium balloon in the parade – Pizazz the Snowman.

Throughout late November and early December, the College’s Social Force Club sponsored its annual Giving Tree. Social Force is a community service organization that also provides cultural and social activities for students. The club organized the Giving Tree in order to make holiday gift wishes come true for local children in need.

Check www.johnson.edu to find out more about Johnson College and keep up to date on the College’s involvement in the community.

Johnson College students help carry Pizazz the Snowman, the largest helium balloon in the 19th Annual Greater Scranton Jaycees Santa Parade.
From left to right: Daniel Blevins ’12, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna; Autumn Buckner ’13, Veterinary Technology, Hatboro; Charles Barry ’13, Automotive Technology, Dingmans Ferry; Michael Mann ’13, Computer Information Technology, Jefferson Township

During the Holiday season, members of Johnson College’s Social Force help collect gifts for children in need by organizing a Giving Tree.
Sitting: Daniel Blevins ’12, Electronic Technology, Tobyhanna
From left to right (Standing):  Rosa Molina ’12, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Jermyn; Nathan Williams ‘12, Electronic Technology, Carbondale; Nathan Jackloski ’12, Electronic Technology, Wyoming; Brian Scott ’12, Electronic Technology, Madison Twp.

Customized Welding Training Courses begin on January 10, 2012. Classes run Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:00pm–10:00pm through March 8, 2012. Tuition is $650.00 per class.

For more information or to register, visit Johnson College’s website or call the Continuing Education Department at 570-702-8979.

Customized Basic Welding:

Shielded Metal Arc Welding
The basic welding course will teach students to make quality welds in the flat and horizontal position using E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes. The student will learn proper welding safety, electrode selection, theory and machine set up. The student will gain the skills to make single and multiple pass welds on carbon steel. (64 Hours)

Gas Metal and Flux Core Arc Welding
The basic welding course will teach students to make quality welds in the flat and horizontal position using the GMAW (MIG) and FCAW welding process. The student will learn proper welding safety, wire and shielding gas selection, theory and machine set up. The student will gain the skills to make single and multiple pass welds on carbon steel. (64 Hours)

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
The basic welding course will teach students to make quality welds in the flat and horizontal position using the GTAW (TIG) welding process. The student will learn proper welding safety, wire and shielding gas selection, theory and machine set up. The student will gain the skills to make quality welds on carbon steel and stainless steel. (64 Hours)

Customized Advanced Training (For experienced welders only):

Shielded Metal Arc Welding
The advanced welding course will teach students to make quality welds in the vertical and overhead position using E-6010 and E-7018 electrodes. The student will learn proper welding safety, electrode selection, theory and machine set up. The student will gain the skills to make single and multiple pass welds on carbon steel. All welds will be in accordance with the AWS D1.1 welding code.

Gas Metal and Flux Core Arc Welding
The advanced welding course will teach students to make quality welds in the vertical and overhead position using the GMAW (MIG) and FCAW welding process. The student will learn proper welding safety, wire and shielding gas selection, theory and machine set up. The student will gain the skills to make single and multiple pass welds on carbon steel. All welds will be in accordance with the AWS D1.1 welding code.

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
The advanced welding course will teach students to make quality welds in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead position using the GTAW (TIG) welding process. The student will learn proper welding safety, wire and shielding gas selection, theory and machine set up. The student will gain the skills to make quality welds on carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum.

On October 12, 2011, the Johnson College community honored the 2011-2012 scholarship recipients as well as their donors with a special recognition luncheon. Over 125 students, family and friends, donors, faculty, and staff gathered in the College’s Moffat Building for the event.

Dr. Ann L. Pipinski shared, “As I reflect on Johnson College’s impact on the community I look into the future – the next 100 years – and with confidence know that the College will continue to provide a much needed technology-driven education for a technology-centered world. It is through education and collaboration we are able to watch our students achieve their dreams. Each student that walks our halls has their own unique story to tell. Thank you to our donors for recognizing and supporting these students.”

From left to right: Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO; Tyrik Gass ’12, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, F. David Mercanti Memorial Scholarship Recipient, Philadelphia; Pat and John Atkins, F. David Mercanti Memorial Scholarship

From left to right: Lori Gramberg and Irene Talcott, The Alekna Memorial Scholarship and The Edgar A. and Ida M. Alekna Scholarship; Justine Olsommer ’12, Veterinary Technology, Edgar A. and Ida M. Alekna Scholarship Recipient and Northeastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association Scholarship Recipient, Canadensis; Sierra Smith ’13, Veterinary Technology, Alekna Memorial Scholarship Recipient, Springville

In October, Johnson College’s Veterinary Technology Department awarded an Outstanding Veterinary Nursing Award to Danielle Krawcheck Simmons ’00.

The Outstanding Veterinary Nursing Award was presented in recognition of National Veterinary Technician Week, which took place from October 9th – 15th, 2011. Each year, National Veterinary Technician Week sets out to honor and raise awareness about the importance of veterinary technicians. As members of the veterinary healthcare team, veterinary technicians are educated in the latest medical advances and skilled at working alongside veterinarians to give pets the best medical care possible.

Ms. Simmons, who currently works at Abington Veterinary Center, was chosen to receive this honor because she demonstrates advanced nursing skills, displays leadership in the field, and is dedicated to the advancement of Veterinary Technology.

Rosemary Cook, CVT, Ph.D., Veterinary Technology Program Chairperson, stated, “Danielle has been instrumental in helping educate and promote veterinary technicians. I consider it an honor to know her and to have had the ability to work with her.”

Ms. Simmons was invited to speak to the College’s Veterinary Technology students upon receiving the award and answered many questions about work in the field.

“I’m so honored to receive this recognition and hope I inspire others to excel in their future Veterinary Technology careers,” Ms. Simmons shared.

To learn more about Johnson College’s Veterinary Technology Program, please visit www.johnson.edu or call 1-800-2WE-WORK.

From left to right: Kurt Noll ’12, Veterinary Technology, Ashley; Kendra Lapsansky ‘97, BS, CVT, Johnson College Veterinary Technology Program Instructor; Danielle Krawcheck Simmons ’00, Abington Veterinary Center; Rosemary Cook, CVT, Ph.D., Johnson College Veterinary Technology Program Chairperson; Natalia Billings ’12, Veterinary Technology, Clarks Summit

On September 18, 2011, Johnson College was home to Cars on Campus 2011.

The event raised $5,277 for the Johnson College Cars on Campus Scholarship, exceeding the $5,000 goal. This scholarship is awarded to a second-year student with financial need who shows persistence in his or her studies in a technical trade area.

Over 120 registrants displayed their classic cars and unique vehicles to the delight of hundreds of car lovers, alumni, students, and community friends.

Co-chair Rudi Dickinson ’11, shares, “One of the best aspects of Cars on Campus is the variety of vehicle classes that it attracts. We see everything from semi-trucks to muscle cars.”

Attendees enjoyed refreshments and music provided by DJs Brian Langan and Conor McGuigan while they walked around the vehicles exhibited on the Johnson College campus. Highlights included the Nostalgia Super Stock Fords displayed by 422 Motorsports and Charlie Conrad’s 1964 Chevy Corvette which won the Best in Show Award in 2010 and was the 2011 Show Car.

Awards were presented in a variety of categories. Big winners included Sam Zangardi of Wyoming, PA, whose 1961 Corvette won the Best in Show Award for 2011, and Anne Rosiello of Milford, PA, whose 1965 Cobra won the President’s Pick Award.

Plans for Cars on Campus 2012 are underway. Check the Johnson College website at www.johnson.edu for the latest news.

 
Sam Zangardi, Wyoming, PA, won the Cars on Campus 2011 Best in Show Award for his 1961 Corvette.

Anne Rosiello, Milford, PA, won the Cars on Campus 2011 President’s Pick Award for her 1965 Cobra.

Over 120 registrants displayed their classic cars and unique vehicles to the delight of hundreds of car lovers, alumni, students, and community friends at Johnson College’s Cars on Campus 2011.

Cars on Campus 2011 raised $5,277 for the Johnson College Cars on Campus Scholarship!
From left to right: Katie Leonard, Johnson College’s Vice President of Institutional Advancement; Dave Manasek, Manasek Auto Parts, Inc. (a NAPA Dealership); Dave Hopkins, Dalton Garage; Heather Stuart, Johnson College’s Advancement Services Administrator; Mary Ann Novak, McGrail, Merkel & Quinn; Greg Sucheski ’12, Precision Machining Technology Student, Peckville; Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, Johnson College’s President & CEO