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LVC Success Expo

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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

The LVC Success Expo is open to LVC students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Community members, K-12 educators, and high school students are also invited to attend.

For questions, call 717-867-6560 or email breencenter@lvc.edu.

Registration information will be available soon!

Workshop Schedule

See “High School Student Benefits” below.

Location: Chapel 101

Sponsored by the Business Department

Speaker: Connor Pierce DPT, CMPT, COMT, Certified Student Loan Counselor®

Connor and his wife, Hannah, co-founded After the DPT, a company aimed at educating students and graduates on handling their student debt. Connor, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (LVC class of 2018) and Certified Student Loan Counselor®, has consulted on over $20 million in student debt.

Topics covered:

  • Should you refinance or consolidate your student loans?
  • Should you live on ramen noodles in your parents basement and pay off your loans? Or are there other options?
  • What is loan forgiveness and income-driven repayment plans?
  • Can you live the life you want while you have student loans?

Location: Neidig-Garber 312

The Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) mission is to protect Pennsylvania’s air, land, and water resources while ensuring the health and safety of all residents and visitors to the commonwealth. Learn more about this organization by attending this workshop.

Location: Lutz Hall, Blair Music Center

Sponsored by the Business Department

When it comes to personal failure, Tunji finds inspiration in Bruce Lee’s words: “Don’t fear failure. In great attempts, even failure is glorious.” Tunji believes that failure shows us who we are, and we all need it.

Tunji Adebayo is a nationally respected and recognized educator with a passion for people and leveraging his background in nutrition, fitness, and education.

Location: Neidig-Garber 312

Learn about the many career opportunities with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and how to navigate their application process.

Presented by the Department of Environmental Protection

Location: The Underground, Mund

Harrison Assessments uses predictive analytics to help organizations acquire, develop, lead, and engage their talent. This comprehensive Talent Decision Analytics provides the intelligence needed throughout the talent life cycle to build effective teams and develop, engage, and retain key talent.

Pre-registration required. Students will need to complete the Assessment in advance.

Location: Leedy Theater

The Falconry Experience acquaints participants with the history of man’s relationship with raptors and the evolution of falconry. It includes free-flight demonstrations, a simulated hunt demonstration, and an opportunity for participants to call a hawk to their gloved hand.

Location: Library Atrium

Did you know that LVC is a “top-producing institution” of Fulbright US Students with 14 finalists in the past 7 years? Dr. Phillip Benesch will talk about this prestigious scholarship and the very competitive application process.

About the Fulbright Program

The Fulbright program is the flagship international academic exchange program sponsored by the United States Government. Fulbright was founded in 1946 with an ambitious goal—to increase mutual understanding and support friendly and peaceful relations between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. Led by the U.S. Government in partnership with more than 160 countries worldwide, Fulbright offers and expansive suite of life-changing international academic and cultural exchange opportunities. Learn more about the Fulbright’s administration, funding, policies, and history.

Location: The Underground, Mund

Chick-fil-A has regularly topped the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) for fast food chains. A combination of employee training, a positive culture, attention to detail, and a “my pleasure” mentality, has earned the company a loyal customer base and a strong brand image for outstanding service. Come learn the secret behind their success.

Etiquette Dinner sponsored by Clark Associates

Etiquette Dinner

4:30–6:30 p.m. | Location TBA

For LVC Students, Faculty, & Staff Only

Have you ever found yourself at dinner and wished you knew proper etiquette throughout the meal? Learn the ins and outs of fine dining through an interactive Etiquette Dinner.

Join us to learn the basics of proper dining etiquette including introductions and handshakes, following the lead of your host, tackling flatware, handling tricky foods, and other dining tips. With a proper understanding of dining etiquette, you can use it to your advantage to feel confident in any situation.

Professional attire is required. You must register for the event to attend!

Registration information forthcoming.

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Breen Center $500 Scholarship

LVC students will be automatically entered to win a $500 scholarship by attending LVC Success Expo events. Earn 1 entry for each of the eligible events attended.

Note: Scholarship funds applied towards tuition are not taxed. If students choose to apply the scholarship for room & board, meal plans, or books, the award is taxable.

Collage with top photo showing students in LVC Nursing Simulation Lab and bottom photo showing computers and equipment in Esports Arena

High School Student Benefits

Attending the LVC Success Expo is an excellent way for high school students to gain confidence, broaden their horizons, and start planning their futures. Students will visit exciting academic environments, engage with dynamic speakers, hear students share stories about their experiences as summer interns, and visit a college career fair.

What to Expect:

  • Inspiration and Personal Development: Keynote Speaker Tunji Adebayo will discuss resiliency and picking yourself up from failure.
  • Peer Voices: LVC students will share their reflections about their internship and real-world work experiences that are shaping or redefining their career goals or paths.
  • Tours of Health Professions Areas: Your students will interact with simulation and lab spaces to understand hands-on learning.
  • Community Building: Your students will connect with other motivated students, which fosters collaboration, support, and a sense of belonging.

For questions, call 717-867-6560 or email breencenter@lvc.edu.