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Central Penn College has been helping students turn potential into career success since 1881, now offering career-focused associate, bachelor's and master’s degrees in a variety of fields. Degree programs are available in: accounting, business administration, criminal justice, information technology, communications, healthcare, homeland security, legal studies and organizational leadership.

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Central Penn College has been helping students turn potential into career success since 1881, now offering career-focused associate, bachelor's and master’s degrees in a variety of fields. Degree programs are available in: accounting, business administration, criminal justice, information technology, communications, healthcare, homeland security, legal studies and organizational leadership.

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Gradutates Receive Student Awards at Central Penn College's 143rd Commencement Ceremony

On Friday, May 2, 2025, Central Penn College celebrated it's 143rd Annual Commencement Ceremony at The Forum in Harrisburg, Pa. where five outstanding graduates were honored with student awards.
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Achievement (Other) - May 8

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the winter 2025 term.
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Dean's List - Apr 28

Central Penn College Esports Secures Second Rocket League Division Championship

Central Penn College's Esports Rocket League team has once again proven their competitive prowess, capturing their second Division championship title in program history. The team, composed of standout players Logan Kibler, Sam Royer, and Connor Staub, clinched the championship with a thrilling overtime victory against Bluffton University (Ohio) in the Playfly Division finals.
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Sports - Apr 24

Central Penn College Basketball Players Earn Postseason Academic and Athletic Honors

Central Penn College is proud to recognize several student basketball players honored for academic and athletic excellence by the U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) and the Eastern States Athletic Conference (ESAC).
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Sports - Mar 18

Black History Month Honors Black Leaders, Past and Present

Central Penn College's annual Black History Month celebration featured five prestigious student awards, a lively performance of song and dance rooted in Gospel music, and inspirational speeches, spotlighting the achievements of Black Americans.
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Achievement (Other) - Feb 25

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the fall 2024 term.
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Dean's List - Jan 9

Central Penn College Soccer Teams Shine in 2024 Season with Record-Breaking Accomplishments

The 2024 soccer season proved to be historic for Central Penn College, as both the men's and women's teams achieved remarkable success, with several players and the coaching staff earning prestigious accolades.
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Sports - 2024 Nov 21

Central Penn College "Pins" 70 Students Who Are Prepared to Enter the Health Care Field

Seventy Central Penn College students training for careers as dental assistants, medical assistants, phlebotomists, surgical technologists, physical therapist assistants and occupational therapy assistants were formally "pinned" in an evening ceremony in the college's Conference Center. Hundreds of parents, grandparents, children, spouses and friends videotaped snippets on their cell phones, presented bouquets of flowers and cheered them on.
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Achievement (Other) - 2024 Oct 29

29 GIANT Company Team Members Complete Accelerated Management Certificate at Central Penn College

In a partnership that built upon their work experience and natural leadership skills, 29 team members from the GIANT Company celebrated the awarding of their 18-credit Certificate of Completion in Organizational Management by Central Penn College.
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Graduation - 2024 Nov 21

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the summer 2024 term.
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Dean's List - 2024 Oct 8

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the spring 2024 term.
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Dean's List - 2024 Jul 30

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the winter 2024 term.
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Dean's List - 2024 Jun 21

Central Penn College Student-Athlete Named USCAA Academic All-American for Men's Basketball Team

Central Penn College Student Athlete Kaeden Campbell was named USCAA Academic All-American. This prestigious honor is a true testament to Campbell's dedication to excellence both on the court and in the classroom.
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Sports - 2024 Mar 14

Seven Central Penn College Student-Athletes Received National Awards

Seven Central Penn College Student-Athletes were named by USCAA and ESAC for national awards for both the Men's and Women's Basketball teams.
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Sports - 2024 Mar 14

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the fall 2023 term.
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Dean's List - 2024 Jan 24

Central Penn College Recognized Over 70 students with Formal Pinning Ceremony

More than 70 Central Penn College Allied Health students recited the Health Occupation Creed in unison and were pinned in a formal ceremony in late October at the college.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Dec 6

Central Penn College Soccer Stars Capture Academic All-American Status

Several Central Penn College men's and women's student-athletes captured awards in the Eastern States Athletic Conference (ESAC).
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Sports - 2023 Dec 1

Central Penn College recognizes graduates from 2023 GIANT Certificate program

Thirty-three team members from the GIANT Company graduated from an acclerated management training program at Central Penn College on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, offered in partnership with the college's Center for Workforce Excellence.
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Graduation - 2023 Nov 20

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the spring 2023 term.
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Dean's List - 2023 Aug 30

5 Central Penn College Baseball Stars Make All-Conference Team

Five Central Penn College baseball players have capped off their championship season by making the Eastern State Athletic Conference's (ESAC) "All American Team." Their Coach, Robert Stern, was also recognized as the Coach of the Year for the ESAC.
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Sports - 2023 May 31

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the summer 2023 term.
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Dean's List - 2023 Nov 17

Josh Sooy received the Service Award at Central Penn College's Commencement

Central Penn College recognized four graduates at the institution's 141st Commencement on Thursday, May 26, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Theatre in Harrisburg. Josh Sooy of New Cumberland, Pa. received the Service Award.
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Community Service - 2023 May 31

Karlee Powell received the Veteran Service Award at Central Penn College's Commencement

Central Penn College recognized four graduates at the institution's 141st Commencement on Thursday, May 26, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Theatre in Harrisburg. Karlee Powell, of Greencastle, Pa., received the Veteran Service Award.
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Military - 2023 May 31

Dylan Bowman received the Leadership Award at Central Penn College's Commencement

Central Penn College recognized four graduates at the institution's 141st Commencement on Thursday, May 26, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Theatre in Harrisburg. Dylan Bowman received the Leadership Award.
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Leadership - 2023 May 31

Students earn Dean's List honor at Central Penn College

The following students have been named to the Central Penn College Dean's List for the winter 2023 term.
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Dean's List - 2023 May 11

Nathaneal Jean-Philippe received the Legacy Award for Perseverance at Central Penn College's Commencement

Central Penn College recognized four graduates at the institution's 141st Commencement on Thursday, May 26, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Theatre in Harrisburg. Nathaneal Jean-Philippe received the Legacy Award for Perseverance.
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Leadership - 2023 May 31

Gamma Beta Phi Induction

The Central Penn College Chapter of the Gamma Beta Phi National Honor Society recently inducted its newest members in a ceremony held at Central Penn College's Conference Center. Undergraduate students can join the society by earning a 3.3 cumulative grade point average and successfully completing 12 credits at Central Penn College. Graduate students can join the society by earning a 3.5 cumulative grade point average and successfully completing 12 credits at Central Penn College.
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Honor Society - 2023 May 31

Central Penn College Women's Basketball Team Receives First-Ever Bid to National Championship Tournament

For the first time in the college's 141-year history, the women's basketball team at Central Penn College (CPC) has received a bid to the USCAA National Championship Tournament.
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Sports - 2023 Mar 8

Central Penn College Student Captures First Place in Statewide Media Awards

Competing against students from college and universities across the state, Dylan Bowman of Central Penn College captured first-place honors in the sports photo category of the PA NewsMedia Association's 2023 Keystone Media Awards for students.
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Student Competition - 2023 Mar 2

Nate Jean-Phillipe receives award from Central Penn College

Central Penn College recently recognized seven individuals at the institution's annual Black History Month celebration on February 23, 2023. Nathaneal "Nate" Jean-Phillippe, a business administration major, from Lancaster, Pa., was awarded the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Award for Leadership.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Mar 1
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