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Courtesy photo From left, Nora May, Emily Boyd and Aiden Gingerich competed at FBLA Collegiate Nationals.

Student takes honors at FBLA conference

ANNVILLE -- Shelly Bliss of Huntingdon was one of two Lebanon Valley College students who competed at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Conference in Florida in June.

Bliss placed first in the nation for Job Interview and fifth for Public Speaking.

Bliss, a graduate of Mount Union High School, is pursuing a bachelor of science in exercise science at LVC.

Students excel

at FBLA Nationals

STATE COLLEGE -- South Hills School of Business & Technology announced the outstanding achievements of three Business Administration/Management & Marketing students who represented the school at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate National Leadership Conference held in Dallas, Texas, this month.

First-year students Nora May and Emily Boyd of Port Matilda and Aiden Gingerich of Bellefonte competed in a variety of business-related events at the national level, demonstrating excellence and leadership in their respective areas.

Nora May earned First Place in the Nation in the Fundamentals of Hospitality Management category, a remarkable achievement that highlights both her talent and the strength of the South Hills business curriculum.

In addition to their competitive success, Boyd and Gingerich were elected to serve on the Pennsylvania FBLA Collegiate State Team, as Vice President and Secretary, respectively.

The FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference brings together thousands of college students from across the country to compete in business-related events, attend leadership workshops, and network with industry professionals.

Awards presented

to spring graduates

WILLIAMSPORT -- Pennsylvania College of Technology has presented student achievement awards to its spring 2025 graduates.

Commencement ceremonies were held May 16-17 at the Community Arts Center, Williamsport. Penn College is a special mission affiliate of Penn State.

The award winners are:

Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award, presented to the graduate with the highest clinical average in dental hygiene: Paige Shultz, Port Matilda, dental hygiene.

NorthCentral PA Chapter Construction Specifications Institute Excellence in Construction Award-Construction Management, presented to a graduate of construction management who demonstrates excellence, professionalism and integrity in and commitment to the construction industry: Aaron M. Wonderling, Houtzdale, construction management.

West Branch Susquehanna Builders Association Award, presented to graduates in building construction technology with outstanding GPAs, strong work ethic, ability to communicate well with faculty and a strong commitment to the residential building industry: Ezekiel Rayce Leonard, Bedford, residential construction technology & management.

Information Technology Faculty Award, presented for scholastic achievement, work ethic, character, contribution to the department and contribution to fellow students: Sydney Ashlyn Solaire, Claysburg, software development & information management.

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