Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology

Looking to expand your credentials and advance your automotive career this summer?

The Workforce & Economic Center is now accepting registrations for July certification courses at our Transportation Center.

🚗PA State Inspection Certification: July 6, 8, and 13
🚗PA State Emissions Inspection Certification: July 20, 22, and 27

These evening training courses are aligned with Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) standards and lead to state-issued certification, helping technicians build valuable skills and increase career opportunities.

Registration closes on June 19, and spots are limited. Secure your seat today and take the next step in your professional journey.

Register at the link in the comments.

Check out our students competing on the national stage to put their machining skills to the test!

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Congratulations to the June 2026 graduates of the Workforce & Economic Development Center!🎉

Today, 94 students completed career-focused short-term training programs, opening doors to high-demand industries. Through dedication and hard work, these graduates have gained the skills to take the next step in their journeys.

These opportunities are made possible through partnerships with Tec Centro and SACA Pennsylvania, as well as support from Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, Truist and the PNC FOUNDATION.

We’re proud to celebrate this achievement and look forward to seeing the impact these graduates will make in our communities and workforce.

See more photos from the ceremony at the link in the comments.

“I had to be at work at 4:30 in the morning. And then, 5 to 9 p.m., I was in the night program.”

For Sam Aguirre, learning a trade meant creating a new future.

After years of uncertainty, Sam found his way to Thaddeus Stevens College, where he balanced long workdays with evening classes to complete the Commercial Electro-Mechanical program at the College’s Workforce and Economic Development Center in partnership with SACA Pennsylvania and Tec Centro.⚡️

Today, he's an industrial electrician with a career he enjoys and the financial stability he’s worked so hard to achieve.

is committed to creating multiple training pathways to opportunity, and Sam's journey shows what's possible when determination is met with the right support.

Read Sam's story of where he came from and how he moved forward in the latest Tower issue at the link in the comments.

Did you have an on-campus job?

From helping students in the LRC to supporting offices throughout campus, student workers have long played an impactful role at .

These jobs provided real-world experience and valuable skills that, along with practical training in the labs, translated into thriving careers. More than that, these students created memories that lasted far beyond their time on campus.

Tag someone who made your on-campus role an incredible experience and comment with your favorite memory!📖

Congratulations to the students named to the Spring 2026 Dean’s List for outstanding academic performance!

Hard work and a commitment to excellence have earned these Bulldogs a well-deserved achievement.

To receive this honor, students earned a GPA of 3.25 or higher while balancing rigorous coursework in both their academic majors and core education classes. Their dedication reflects the drive and perseverance that define the community.

We are proud of all you have accomplished and look forward to seeing what you achieve next. Keep it up, Bulldogs!🐾

See the full list at the link in the comments.

At Thaddeus Stevens College, learning extends far beyond the classroom.

While most houses featured in Lancaster’s Parade of Homes are built by industry professionals, our students built the College’s home entry, gaining firsthand experience in guiding the home from blueprint through completion.🏠

creates pathways to opportunity through practical learning, equipping students with in-demand skills while making a lasting impact on our community.

Join us on June 13-14 and June 17-21 to see our continued tradition of award-winning craftsmanship and tour our 2026 home construction site.

Learn more from WPMT FOX43 and James Tully's recent on-site interview at the link in the comments.

Our second-year Business Administration students recently put their skills to the test during their capstone project presentations!

Each student selected a product, whether an existing item or an original concept, and developed a professional sales pitch designed to persuade potential buyers and investors.

From market research and branding to communication and presentation skills, the project challenged students to apply what they've learned in the classroom to a real-world business scenario. 📈

Projects like these are hallmarks of a education, giving students the opportunity to apply business principles in a practical setting while strengthening the skills employers value in our graduates.

Behind every system people rely on are skilled technicians who know how to maintain and repair it. 🪚

That’s the heart of the Commercia Industrial HVAC and Facility Maintenance Technology six-month programs at Thaddeus Stevens College, in partnership with Tec Centro and SACA Pennsylvania.

Our HVAC students are learning how heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems work, from installation and maintenance to troubleshooting and efficiency, building the kind of technical confidence employers seek.

In Facility Maintenance Technology, students are gaining a broader skill set across carpentry, plumbing, electrical basics, HVAC support, and general building systems, developing a well-rounded expertise for preparation in industry.

Both pathways are designed with one goal in mind: real skills for real careers that keep communities running. 🛠️

Learn more about the program details at the link in the comments.