The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Upper Providence cut the ribbon Saturday on a $7.3 million expansion.
The renovation and expansion project at the Walter R. Garrison College of Nursing facilities and the Walter R. Garrison Gateway to Success, transforms approximately 15,000 square feet of campus with state-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories, a new entryway and multipurpose gathering space, and renovated administrative offices.
A PIT news release continues, in part:
The project was made possible in part by a $3.9 million gift from the legacy of PIT founder, Walter R. Garrison.
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Upper Providence Township cut the ribbon Saturday on a $7.3 million expansion. (COURTESY PENNSYLVANIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY)
School President and CEO Matt Meyers emphasized the lasting impact of the project, saying, “Buildings eventually become part of the landscape of a campus. What matters is what is happening inside them and because of Mr. Garrison’s generosity, thousands of students will find opportunity inside these spaces for decades to come.”
Following the ribbon cutting, guests toured the new facilities, where faculty demonstrated the hands-on learning experiences available to students.
Visitors explored the nursing simulation labs and diagnostic medical sonography lab, gaining insight into how PIT prepares students for careers in health care.
The new Gateway provides a welcoming, accessible entry point and multipurpose gathering space for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Garrison’s daughter and board trustee Susan Garrison said her father kept a longstanding connection to the college and his legacy.
“My dad was involved in and applauded each enhancement of the college over the last 73 years,” she said, “I know he’s looking down and beaming as we celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the Walter R. Garrison College of Nursing and the Walter R. Garrison Gateway to Success. He is saying, ‘fantastic!’ ”
Following the ribbon-cutting, guests toured the new PIT facilities, where faculty demonstrated the hands-on learning experiences available to students. (COURTESY PENNSYLVANIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY)
The investment comes at a critical time for Delaware County, where health care providers face ongoing workforce challenges and demand for skilled nurses remains high.
State Sen. Tim Kearney described PIT as an “academic jewel” in Delaware County and emphasized the college’s role in addressing the region’s health care workforce needs.
“PIT is literally the right place at the right time. We need the kinds of services and education that you provide,” Kearney said.
“I want to commend PIT for what you do, for responding to the economy, for finding ways to get people trained for good jobs,” said state Rep. Jennifer O’Mara.
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a nonprofit college dedicated to providing high-quality education and empowering students to succeed. With a focus on personalized learning and career readiness the school offers bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and certificate programs designed to meet the needs of today’s job market.
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