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Lycoming College received a generous contribution of $20,000 from AT&T to support the Lycoming Summer Academy (LSA), a scholarship-earning bridge program dedicated to helping first-year college students achieve success in higher education as they make the transition from high school to Lycoming.
AT&T has made generous contributions to Lycoming College since 2012. This marks the twelfth year of giving to the College, and its fifth in support of LSA, bringing AT&T’s total support to $285,000.
“AT&T sees tremendous value in the Lycoming Summer Academy. Not only are we pleased to continue contributing to this program, but I have personally enjoyed having the opportunity to engage with Lycoming students who directly benefit from this successful program,” said David Kerr, president of external affairs for AT&T Pennsylvania. On Oct. 29, Kerr joined LSA participants on campus at a dinner where he gave a career presentation to promote student success.
LSA participants enroll in two courses taught by Lycoming faculty, earning two academic credits. These courses help students transition to college-level academics while fostering a sense of belonging within the Lycoming College and greater Williamsport communities. Participants engage in presentations and workshops led by faculty, staff, alumni, current students, and local business leaders.
“The LSA program offers students a wonderful opportunity to become part of the Lycoming College and greater Williamsport community before their first semester even begins."
“The LSA program offers students a wonderful opportunity to become part of the Lycoming College and greater Williamsport community before their first semester even begins,” says Amy Rogers, Ph.D., professor of education and associate provost for assessment and accreditation. “In the ‘Why Williamsport?’ course, students learn about the rich history and culture of Lycoming County, a place that they will call home for the next four years and possibly beyond. It is exciting to see the students connect with our local community in meaningful ways as they participate in many hometown events.”
Len Cagle, Ph.D., associate professor of German, adds, “‘The Brothers Grimm, Then and Now’ is a humanities/fine arts course that provides LSA students with the opportunity to practice skills they will need in virtually all their courses at Lycoming: critical thinking, information literacy, collaborative work, and college-level writing, among others. The course includes often challenging readings and other assignments that encourage students to get comfortable with ambiguity and the open discussion of difficult topics.”
Beyond the classroom, students complete a service project, gain valuable insights into residential college life, and participate in enriching off-campus experiences. Activities include hiking in local state parks, attending the "Williamsport Welcomes the World" Little League Parade and a game, and visiting Knoebel's Amusement Resort, where they are greeted by Lycoming alumnus Ronald “Buddy” Knoebel ’65.