Clarion University–Venango Campus Students Featured in Hardwood Industry Publication

            Clarion University–Venango Campus students Frank and Justin Rodgers were featured in the March, 2006 issue of “Hardwood Matters”, the monthly publication of the National Hardwood Lumber Association in Memphis, Tennessee.

            The father and son from Henry’s Bend are pursuing Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology degrees at the Venango Campus. Having completed the general education and business courses at the campus, they are now working on the technical component of their education at the National Lumber Association. Following graduation, they will accept positions with local industry as hardwood lumber inspectors.

            Professor Vic Bowser, Chair of the Department of Applied Technology, recently visited NHLA.

            “I was pleased to find Justin Rodgers currently leading his class and striving to be the honor graduate,” said Bowser.

            The National Hardwood Lumber Association is one of six technical education partners that collaborate with Clarion University’s Department of Applied Technology to provide an associate degree in industrial technology.  Since its inception in 2003, the department has expanded to include twenty-five industrial concentrations of study.  In addition, it recently introduced a new Associate of Applied Science in Administration Technology, with concentrations in banking, insurance, and office operations.

            Clarion University-Venango Campus, located in Oil City, PA, is the oldest regional campus in Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education.   The campus provides high-quality educational programs and personalized services to help students succeed.  Students can earn an associate degree, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in select areas, obtain a one-year certificate or participate in a variety of professional development and personal enrichment courses.  The campus is home to Clarion University’s School of Nursing and Allied Health and its Department of Applied Technology.  Clarion University-Venango Campus is committed to serving the needs of the community.

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