October 2015 Fall Career Fairs Show a High Demand for Skilled Workers There is a high demand for trained technicians in our “We come to Rosedale because they make it happen, region, which was confirmed on September 15th and 17th we’ve tried other tech schools but Rosedale gives us when a total of 106 regional employers attended Rosedale results. Krista [Myers] responds, she cares and is willing Technical College for the Fall Career Fairs, approximately to find the right match.” a 55% increase in attendance from 2014. Following the meet-and-greet portion of the fairs, “We are looking for techs, drivers and mechanics. We over 275 student interviews were conducted with many have an immediate need for 4 drivers and 2 techs. We receiving second interviews or official job offers. currently have 3 graduates of Rosedale Tech and they are Rosedale Tech would like to thank all of the employers all working out great. We need more students now that for attending and making the fall career fairs a success! we can help train,” said Jacqueline Hill of JJ Kennedy.

Welding Program Now Offering Evening Classes! After beginning a daytime welding program in March 2015, Upon completion of the 12-month program, a diploma in Rosedale Tech is now offering an evening program, which Welding Technician will be awarded. In addition, students kicked off its first class at the end of September. will be trained in areas and have the opportunity to earn AWS Like the daytime program, students will receive extensive (American Welding Society) certifications and API (American hands-on training that will allow them to work in the welding Petroleum Institute) certifications. industry. The curriculum will focus on a broad spectrum of For more information about Rosedale Tech’s welding subjects, such as Arc Welding (SMAW), MIG Welding (GMAW), programs, please call (800) 521-6262 or visit www. and Tig Welding (GTMA); Thermal Cutting Processes; Welding rosedaletech.org. Printreading; Welding Fabrication; Metallurgy; Non Ferrous Welding; Pipe Welding; and Welding Testing & Inspection. Collision Repair Technology Inaugural Car Show Huge Success added to Rosedale Tech’s for Rosedale Tech Offerings It was a great day on August 29th, but not just because of the scorching 80 degree summer weather. It was a great day for Collision Repair Technology is Rosedale Technical College and the school’s inaugural Car now available at Rosedale Techical Show. Over 130 of the coolest cars in the area registered for College. Applications are now the event and were admired by large crowds of attendees. being accepted for the program, Throughout the day, a burnout contest took place and scheduled to begin late November. Rosedale Tech’s new Mustang Dynomometer was tested out. Students enrolled in the collision The Franktuary and Pizza Hut food trucks were repair technology program will onsite to fuel attendees and WDVE and Y108 radio receive extensive hands-on training stations provided live musical entertainment. that will allow them to work “Overall, I was very pleased with the way the event turned out, in various areas of automotive especially for our first time,” said Education Outreach Coordinator collision repair. Classes will include an Associate in Specialized Sean Barrett, who led the planning committee for the Car Show. training in areas like auto body and Technology degree will be “It never could have come together successfully without all of the components repair, collision repair, awarded. Students will also have time and effort put in by the volunteers on staff, as well as the help mechanical and electrical systems, the opportunity to earn from our student ambassadors. I can’t wait to auto refinishing, panel repair ASE Certifications as well as take what we learned from this one to make it and alignment, estimating, glass ICAR Certifications. even bigger and better next year.” replacement, and welding. For more information on Thank you to all who participated to make Classes will take place at both Rosedale Tech’s new Collision this first Car Show a success! Rosedale Technical College and Repair Technology program, “Like” Rosedale Technical College on Parkway West CTC Auto Body lab. please call (412) 521-6200. Facebook to receive information about Upon completion of the program, future car shows and Dyno days and to see a complete album of photos from the Car Show. Summer Fall Tech Vets Meetings Open House Scheduled for October Rosedale Technical College will be hosting Fall Open House on Saturday, October 24th. The event is open to all prospective students. During Open House, those in attendance will tour the school, see live demonstrations done by students, and have the opportunity to speak with instructors about industry trends in their respective fields. Representatives from admissions, career services, and financial aid will also be present to answer any questions about enrolling at the school. Fall Open House will run from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information or to register for Fall Open House, please call (800) 521-6262 or visit www.RosedaleTech.org.

This summer, Rosedale Tech has hosted two Tech Vets meetings. 2015 Summer Games On Wednesday, July 15th, military students Despite a rain delay, the annual summer softball game and who attended the meeting had the opportunity picnic festivities were rescheduled for August 27th. For the to hear from Jack Wagner, Executive Director of second year in a row, the students dominated the faculty “Pittsburgh Hires Veterans.” and staff in the annual softball game. Team Diesel prevailed in what was a very close game. His organization focuses on unemployed or For the cornhole tournament, Automotive students Shane underemployed veterans and encourages them Evans and Ben Settimio took first, while HVAC students Jay to continue their training to obtain a career or a Glasure and Rob Arnett settled for second. higher paid position. Great job to all participants! On Wednesday, September 9th, Jonathan Fellion, CRNP/PCNS spoke to students about coping with PTSD. Thank you to Mr. Wagner and Mr. Fellion for speaking to the group!

Happy Retirement John Huld Adopt-A-Vet Program He’s a man known “Teaching is a social game; everyone is different Offers Fun Day Out for for the infamous and you have to find out how to get them to mouse trap cars. In follow you in a fun and interesting way,” he said. Hospitalized Veterans class, his students While retirement was long overdue for John, he learned about Mr. & mentioned that he is fearful to move on to this Mrs. Magillicutty, Joe new journey. Schmuckatelli, and Nellie Newton. But “After doing the same thing for 49 years, it’s after a memorable going to be weird waking up and not go into career teaching, school,” said John. Instructor John Despite his fear, John has big plans to occupy his Huld has decided time. One of his first projects includes helping his to end a 49-year wife build furniture and cabinetry for her interior This September, 26 hospitalized veterans have the opportunity legacy and move on to retirement. His final day at design business. They are also in discussion about to enjoy a fun boat ride on the Gateway Clipper thanks to the Rosedale Tech was July 17th. moving to Arizona to be close to their daughter. donations of students, faculty and staff at Rosedale Technical John began his career in November 1966 John’s career was celebrated at a faculty-staff College. The boat ride is part of the Adopt-A-Vet Program. teaching Drafting and Design Technology at gathering on July 17th. John, of course, left the The Adopt-A-Vet Program, sponsored by Sharing and Electronics Institute, a sister school of party in style and raced away towards retirement Caring, Inc. is designed to give hospitalized veterans a fun Rosedale Tech. After teaching for 30 years at EI, in a new car: a one-of-a-kind mouse trap car day away from their institutions. The week after Labor Day, John moved into the financial aid department as that is! the non-profit organization supports nearly 1,000 veterans well as worked part-time for Rosedale Tech. A From all of us at Rosedale Tech, we wish John a annually by providing them with a fun river cruise ride on the few years later, EI shut down, and John moved happy and healthy retirement! Gateway Clipper’s Majestic. to a full-time position at Rosedale Tech where he Going on its 33rd year, the Adopt-A-Vet Program has been a remained for 15 years. great way to alleviate the boredom for just one day that many Jokingly, John stated that his decision to hospitalized veterans experience. retire was easily made after recognizing a A $25 donation covers the average cost per veteran for student, Richard Emery, who he formerly transportation, the boat ride, meals, entertainment, gifts and taught at Electronics Institute in 1975. prizes. Originally, faculty and staff were given this information “When he (Richard) came back for his 2nd and offered the opportunity to donate either two Tech Tokens stint after 40 years, I knew it was time for or a monetary donation. Students found out about the cause me to get out of here!” said John. and wanted to help as well. Together $650 in donations were One thing that John mentioned he collected. will miss is working with the students. Thank you to all of those who donated!

Page 2 The Circuit Congratulations Tom Wee Father’s Legacy is Driving Automotive student Tom Wee Force for C-10 Build was recently awarded a During the day, Instructor Marc Mullin the build was complete, Marc returned to the total of $4,500 teaches students the fundamentals of C-10 project. in scholarship funds through shop management. By night, he is living A few months passed and work was coming out his lessons at his family’s shop, E&M Specialty along on the C-10, but life misfortunes also be installed with images of the Equipment Auto Center. Started by his late father, caused another delay in the project. In Art Mullin, E&M Auto Center has been late Mr. Mullin. Marketing Association (SEMA) and January 2014, Marc’s father passed away the Garage Gurus Scholarship program providing honest and reliable service after battling ill health for the past 15 years. The Shadow build is sponsored by PPG. on domestic and foreign vehicles for for the 2015-16 academic year. “One of the last conversations I had with my It will be revealed at the Goodguys PPG over 43 years. The SEMA-Joseph B. Amato, Dad was him saying, ‘You really need to bag Nationals in Columbus, Ohio in summer Sr. Award is for $2,000 and the When one walks into the Edgewood facility, that thing and put an LS in it (the truck),’” 2016. Following the reveal, Shadow will go Garage Gurus Scholarship is for don’t expect to find a picturesque shop in said Marc. on tour to all of PPG’s sponsored car shows. pristine condition with floors clean enough $2,500. Both scholarships required an The C-10 is now a tribute to Mr. Art Mullin For up-to-date information on Shadow, follow to eat off of. Actually, the old-time, grungy application, transcript, resume, letter and will incorporate various components in look is what provides E&M Auto Center with Marc’s Instagram @bloodsweatandbeard. In of recommendation, as well as a few his honor, such as its name. Growing up, its unique character and charm, magically addition, Marc’s story can be found at short essay questions. Tom found the Marc was always considered his father’s placing visitors back in the shop’s early days www.fredstruckparts.com. scholarship opportunities through his shadow, following in his footsteps. Because in 1972. The look itself reflects the blue- own research, but would like to thank of this, Marc decided to call the C-10 exactly collar work ethic found at the shop. the following for their help completing that, Shadow. the items needed for each application: Once inside, customer vehicles, both Shadow sat untouched for some time while Instructor Paul Plahn, Instructor Marc domestic and foreign models, line the shop Marc sorted through things with his family Mullin, Instructor Brian Winter, floor, but what catches one’s eye quickly is and the shop. After about a year, Marc was Director of Education Kara Chan, located in the back right corner of the shop: in a good position to return to the build. Instructor Mark Simoneau, President a 1963 Chevrolet C-10. This truck is a special and Director Dennis Wilke, and Director build project Marc has taken on, which has For the past seven months, Marc’s friends of Financial Aid Anna Bartolini. now developed into something more than and fellow students from Rosedale Tech originally intended. have helped make great progress with the The awards can be used for tuition, vehicle, investing over 500 hours into the Marc started the build two years ago after books, supplies and equipment required build to date. Some of the features of purchasing the vehicle from a seller in Iowa. for academic classes. Shadow include a modern 6.0 LS 2 engine, After a few months of planning the build, C-5 Corvette brakes and rotors, custom made A California native, Tom began the Marc’s C-10 build was put on hold after wheels, and custom tubular suspension with automotive technology program in being asked to participate in a build for the August 2014. 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV. After air ride. 3D metal printed custom parts will September Advisory New Students Board Meetings MAY TRUCK DRIVING DIESEL HVAC DIESEL Zachary Ridenour This September, Rosedale Tech hosted advisory board meetings for the HVAC, Industrial Daniel Donahue Jacob Altman David Peck Jesse Allison Errol Robinson Technician, and Welding programs. During AUTOMOTIVE Clyde Wheeler, Jr. Travis Arner Industrial Technician Forest Bailey Logan Rowan the meetings, representatives discussed Joshua Conley JUNE Nicholas Atchley Cody Badger Michael Baumgarner David Russell current practices and ideas for further Alec Crane Marisa Barkin Brandon Lindley Robert Bierline Shane Sennett growing the programs. Darius Donnell ELECTRICAL Dante Bauccio Destiny Lucas Daniel Book Derek Sullivan Shane Evans William Faix Steven Beatty Corey Brunner John Gill Dezso Farkas Reno Ciotola Korey Pocetti Cory Coates HVAC The following representatives attended the Ronald Grzybowski Shannon McKenzie James Clark Tyler Rodgers Ryan Gindlesperger Brian Johnston, Jr. HVAC meeting on Wednesday, September 23, Joseph Miller Spencer Shannon Dalton Dailey Justin Harshbarger Tymon Jones 2015: Dylan Schroeder Lauren Paswell Jacob Dayton TRUCK DRIVING Zayne Harshbarger Bob Wisnom - City, Plumbing, Heating & Air Dillon Ribar TRUCK DRIVING John Diamond John Lipinski Marc Held Conditioning Benjamin Settimio WELDING Charles Jones, Jr. Even Eckert Grant Perry Derek Hutchinson Al D’Ambola - Danfoss Joshua Stumpf Alyssa Kirk Lucas Elliott Brandon Thompson Steven Kelly Brian Bakke Robert Moose Samuel Faigley Glenn Truly Corey Lasher Robert Bishop Bob Boyle - JA Sauer DIESEL Ryan Muchow Michael Forrester James Leistner Derek Faltot Rob Chiocchi - Johnstone Supply Mario Bortoluzzi Richard Rihn Patrick Gandziarski SEPTEMBER Samuel Liggett David Frank Henry Klinar - McKean Plumbing Heating & Supply Joshua Denardo Jonathan Spataro Zachary Gebhart Adam Mains Taylor Fronzaglio Cooper Fairman Bryan Hanks AUTOMOTIVE Christopher Mitchell Timothy Gazdich Tim Bartman - One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning Tamarrah Upshaw AUGUST William Harteis Derek Betchy James Peters, III Jeffrey Harmon Justin Hazen John Cain Alexander Richardson Trey James The following representatives attended the ELECTRICAL AUTOMOTIVE Rebecca Huffman Austin Chechuck Louis Rotunda Joshua Johnston Industrial Technician/Welding meeting on Glen Beu Keshav Adhikari Tyler Imperatore Anthony Corsi Scott Lee Shedden, Jr. James Karnavas Wednesday, September 30, 2015: Douglas Dahlstrand Christopher Mitchell John Bobash Joshua Keppler Jeremy Dancer Tyler Slagle Derek Supanik - Parkway West CTC Michael Dougherty Samuel Byers Brian Krivanek Marion Ellis Bryan Szyjko Luke Roenigk Morgan Eichenberger Brannan Clegg Taylor Kordich Jon Fosbrink Jacob Wright Charles Rush Mike Shaffer - Bug-O-Systems Allante McGant Adam Cook Bryan Koster Jason Gentile Daniel Zwink Matthew Russell Pat Lober - Steris Thomas Myers, Jr. Eric Cross John Lazear Hannah Harris Anthony Rumsey Thank you for your participation and Chase Stewart Cody Hall Andre Nunley Andrew Jackson ELECTRICAL Patrick Smith continued support of Rosedale Tech! Ian Walker Mark Hunter Michael Peck Zakary Kubala Joseph Aracich Jason Wilson Justin Jeffrey Austin Phillips Michael Kunco Randy Barnhart HVAC Nicholas Linza Bradley Roberts Austin Kyles Michael Barr TRUCK DRIVING The next advisory board meetings are David Kanyok Robert Malmgren Jesse Romanias Richard Mathis Arthur Boring, III Travis Alexander scheduled as follows: Michael Williams Christopher Patton Zachary Rovito Myles McCray, Jr. Benjamin Bucci Chandelle Brown Automotive and Collision Repair – Pat Pruden Jeremy Scott Summer Nieder John Demore, III Nicholas Farina October 6, 2015 WELDING Derek Quigley William Sharp Devin Pope Casey Dunkle Dannell Shields Electrical – October 13, 2015 Miguel Bright David Smith William Waldron Johnathan Rivera Jeremy Elder Michael Smith Sean Jaracz Brian Straka Dalton Wleski Jason Turner Wendy Gongaware Diesel and Truck Driving – October 21, 2015 Ian Love Christopher Tivo Daniel White Brandon Vankirk Luke Grizzel If you are an industry professional interested in James McAvoy Akil Williams Matthew Wineman Aloysious Watts Marcel McBride attending one of the upcoming advisory board Scott Tostevin Candace Wood Kristopher Zoretich Tajiddin Weatherspoon Matthew McMeekin meetings, please call (800) 521-6262. Jake Young Robert Murray Seth Myers

The Circuit Page 3 “It’s a Dirty Job, but Somebody’s Gotta Do It!” Have you ever known someone whose career goal was within the company. He accepted Instead, I would say, ‘I’m going to to become a garbage man? a job with them and is so happy Rosedale,’” he said. For diesel graduate Travis Tyre, this was not his he did. Travis continued saying, “Going to intended path. Originially, he thought he would work Since starting with Waste Rosedale Tech has really paid off. in a shop and turn wrenches. This plan changed Management, Travis has had a It was one of the smartest things after meeting with a representative from Waste wonderful experience. I’ve done. You learn a lot and the Management at one of Rosedale Tech’s career fairs. “It’s work hard, but I enjoy it,” instructors are great!” After speaking with the company he accepted a position said Travis. “At the end of the day, Since working full-time, Travis has working as a garbage thrower on one of their routes, I’m sweaty and dirty, at one point been able to purchase a lot of things and quickly was moved into a full-time position as a I almost got hit by a car once. But that he has been wanting, such as a truck driver with the company. Since starting, he loves I feel like I’m earning my money. new car, new furniture, and some fun his job, despite some of the ‘junk’ that comes with it. That’s why I went to school – to Pictured: Travis Tyre with his mom electronics. In addition, he recently has Before enrolling at Rosedale Tech in February 2014, work hard and make money.” at graduation in May. moved into his first apartment. he had no idea what he wanted to do, but always had In addition, Travis enjoys being “Everything is falling into place now Rosedale Technical College an interest in knowing how things worked. Growing around people, and has met some great people along thanks to my education from Rosedale Tech,” said Travis. up, his dad drove long-haul trucks, and while he was his route. While Travis’ career path didn’t go the way he thought has launched an Alumni intrigued by the massive vehicles, he was not interested While he is enjoying his job, he also pointed out that he it would, he has developed a new future plan, which in cross-country driving, but thought working on large has had some interesting challenges along the way. One includes working in the field for a while and hopefully Page as a means of vehicles would be an interest to him. challenge in particular he said has been getting used to coming back to work at Rosedale Tech in some capacity, communication for all Travis began school at Rosedale Tech and thought his the interesting smells that come with collecting garbage. whether as an instructor or a recruiter, because he would future was in order and that he was training to become He pointed out that one of the most unusual jobs he like to help change lives the way Rosedale Tech Rosedale Graduates. To a technician. He even admitted that at one of the first had was picking up trash from a house that belonged to changed his. career fairs he attended, he saw Waste Management’s a deceased hoarder. receive alumni exclusive table and passed on speaking with them. He didn’t want to be a driver – he wanted to be a technician. Despite some unusual cases like this, he is information, simply join enjoying his work. Later in his program, Travis took the CDL driving class “Rosedale Tech Alumni”. with Lead Truck Driving Instructor Vaughan Greil. This “It’s not just driving a garbage truck – it’s a job. I love was a turning point for him and he thought maybe my job! It takes a special person to be a garbage man,” he could do this as a career. Travis spoke to Waste said Travis. Management at another career fair at Rosedale Tech To me, it wasn’t really a school. I just called it Rosedale. and became fascinated with the opportunities available I didn’t say, ‘Oh, I have to wake up and go to school’. Rib Fest Rescue: Faculty, Students at Rosedale Technical College Lend a Hand to Get Cowboys BBQ & Rib Co. to this Weekend’s Festivities On Sunday, August 30, Enrique Vega, general JR and his students came together to help Mr. Vega. manager of Cowboys BBQ, left Columbus, Ohio to The group put in the time during class to help fix journey to the Steel City for the Heinz Field Rib Fest. the trailer in time to get Cowboys BBQ down to the Just miles from his final destination in the North North Shore for Rib Fest. In just a few hours, they Shore, Mr. Vega experienced some technical issues completely replaced the rear axle, and installed new with his trailer and discovered that one of the wheels leaf springs. They also replaced the tire that Mr. Vega had fallen off. had lost. This misfortune placed Mr. Vega immobile at the “This was a great opportunity for our students to Motel 6 off of I-79 in Crafton, PA on Sunday night, do some live work in class,” said JR. “It provided a which happens to sit next to Rosedale Technical real-life scenario where we were pressed for time to College. fix a serious problem. The students worked quickly After doing some research, Mr. Vega found out and efficiently to ensure Mr. Vega could get the ‘low New Equipment that Rosedale Tech is a non-profit higher education n’ slow’ cooking process started.” institution that offers technical training for careers in “Things happen for a reason, and I was grateful to Pictured: Diesel Instructor JR Mangan with Cowboys BBQ automotive, diesel, collision repair, electrical, HVAC, come across Rosedale Technical College,” said Mr. is & Rib Co. owner Dallas Green at this year’s Rib Fest. industrial technician, truck driving, and welding. Vega. “The staff and students were very professional The following morning, he took a chance and and I appreciate their efforts.” DYNO-Mite! Labor Day weekend marked the 25th Pittsburgh Rib walked over to the school to see if they would be able While Mr. Vega was lucky enough to get his trailer Fest at Heinz Field. Since the Rib Fest started in 1990, to offer some assistance to get him down to Heinz back on the road and down to Rib Fest, the students Rosedale Technical College recently purchased Cowboys BBQ & Rib Company has attended for Field in time to set up for the festivities. were also lucky in this situation. As part of their a Mustang MD-1100 Dynamometer. 16 years. This year the 3X People’s Choice Champion Diesel Technology Instructor JR Mangan and his “labor fees” Mr. Vega has graciously offered each almost missed the festivities, but fortunate circumstances class were up for the challenge. They walked over to of the students a complimentary rib plate during A dynamometer, or “dyno” for short, is a the Rib Fest. device for measuring force, torque, or power. placed Cowboys BBQ in the right place at the right time diagnose the trailer and found that his trailer had a – right next to Rosedale Technical College! broken spindle and broken leaf springs. According to Mustang’s website, the MD- 1100 is said to be the most versatile 2WD performance dyno on the market. Located in High School Students Learn About the diesel lab, the new dyno was tested out at Construction Projects the inaugural car show in August. Post-Secondary Opportunities at The MD-1100 is the first of two Provide HVAC Students dynamometers to be installed at Rosedale Tech. RTC’s First College Fair School officials are in discussions regarding with Live Work Rosedale Technical College hosted its first-ever the purchase of an AWD dynamometer for the automotive lab. Purchase and installation dates Opportunities College Fair on Friday, September 25th. Over will be decided at a later time. 350 students and 23 post-secondary institutions Construction at Rosedale Tech continues attended the inaugural event. For more information on Rosedale Tech’s to take place and the students in the HVAC Thank you to all who participated! new dyno, please call (800) 521-6262. program recently stepped in to help and gain some valuable hands-on experience. New programs and growing enrollment has created the need for additional faculty and staff. With a growing team of personnel, also came the need for new offices. The next phase of construction has involved adding office space to the Chosky Building. As part of this phase, a new zoning system was needed to allow for individual temperature controls in each office. The HVAC students spent approximately two weeks installing the Honeywell system. 10 zones were added to the existing single zone gas-fired forced air furnace with a split system air conditioning system. Great job to all of the students who helped complete this project! Page 4 The Circuit In July, faculty and staff enjoyed a relaxing two-week break. Summer Break Fun Here’s what some of our instructors did during their time off: Automotive Instructor Attention Chuck Bevington enjoyed some fishing as well as tested his luck in a World Series Poker Cat Lovers... Tournament in Cape May, NJ. Are you looking to add a new furry friend to your family? If so, please see evening Administrative Assistant Mary Sue Trohaugh. Mary Sue is a ‘magnet’ for stray cats. Strangely enough, she is never looking for cats, but they always seem to find her home. Several years ago, she was caring for 27 outdoor stray kittens in a 12 month span. Electrical Instructor Mike Breskovich One of the strays she is currently caring for welcomed his first grandchild - Hollyn Alexandra Lagana. just had a litter and she needs to find them homes. All of the kittens have been spayed or After visiting with his granddaughter, Mike and his wife Renae both volunteer neutered and are looking for a good home. for the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, If you are interested or know someone who which benefits autism awareness. His Diesel Instructor duties include motorcycle security for Brandon Danser is looking for a cat, please contact Mary Sue at the paddock (pit area). This is a picture spent a relaxing week (412) 722-5251. of Mike and Renae taking a parade lap down South, visiting for this year’s 33rd Anniversary of the a German town and Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix. participating in a little wine tasting!

A number of students at Rosedale Tech are enlisted in a branch of the U.S. Military and are required to participate in training periodically. When Duty Calls During the summer months, a few students were called away from their studies to participate in their scheduled training sessions. Here are a couple of their stories: Miguel Breight (Welding): A member of the and toys to the resident children. Army Reserve, Miguel spent two weeks at Fort Allante McGant (Electrical): Now on his third Chazz Lewis (Diesel): Chazz has been with Bragg in North Carolina for annual training (AT). year with the U.S. Army, Allante has attended a the U.S. Marine Corp. for about three years. In This September, he left for four days for annual couple of training missions since starting school May, he spent two weeks on a mission in the marksman training at Camp Dawson in West on May 25th. From May 29th to the 31st, Allante small town of Old Harbor, Alaska. The mission Virginia. involved building an airstrip for the townspeople. attended a training mission at Fort Dix in New A supply admin, Chazz typically works a lot with Alex Hamilton (Diesel): Alex is a Jersey for training on large weaponry. computers, inputting data regarding inventory. member of the 171st Air Refueling Wing In August, he attended Individual While in Alaska, he helped out in the kitchen, Engineer Squadron team. He recently Weapons Qualifications training at preparing breakfast and lunch for the estimated spent 16 days in Daugavipil, Latvia for Camp Davison. a Humanitarian Assistance project at a 50 Marines present for the mission. One of his Pictured: Alex Hamilton trades hats with a favorite memories of the trip was when one of Naujene Orphanage. During the visit, Alex child at the Naujene Orphanage in Latvia. the local families invited their group over to their and other members of the military team (Photo by U.S. Air National Guard photo by house for dinner. had the opportunity to visit the orphanage Senior Airman Allyson L Manners, courtesy and hand-deliver glasses, clothes, books of 171st Air Refueling Wing Facebook Page) Like Father, Like Son Industrial Technician student Tyler Rodgers He jokingly concluded saying, “The school began at Rosedale Tech this past August. Prior definitely has been polished up since my time!” to enrolling, the school was not unfamiliar to While Tyler did not follow in his father’s footsteps him. Tyler’s father, Tom Rodgers, graduated from and go into automotive or diesel, he chose Rosedale Tech’s Auto/Diesel program in 1986 to pursue the industrial technician program when the school was located on Browns Hill Rd. because of the variety of skills offered in the near Homestead, PA. program. Reflecting back on his time in school, Tom said “Instead of just focusing on one area, the things have definitely changed. “Back when I industrial technician program offers more of a came here, it was more grassroots. It was strictly broad-spectrum of skills,” he said. technical training and I had to go to elsewhere for my general education classes.” Pictured: Tyler Rodgers and his father, Tom.

Student Name Program Employer Student Name Program Employer Bryan Kovach Auto Walmart Distribution Center Joshua DeNardo Auto Baierl Ford JUST HIRED! Benjamin Miller Auto Moon Township Hyndai David Fiedler, II Auto Sears Holdings Corporation Student Name Program Employer Zachery Schaeffer Auto Jim Crivelli Chevrolet, Inc Jessica Gazvoda Auto Arnold Motor Company Chaz Meadows Truck Driving Nabors Industries and Subsidiaries Anthony Simonetti Auto Moon Township Hyundai William Lewis, Sr. Auto Sewickley Car Store Robert Gregg Diesel Gillece Transmissions Matthew Starr Auto Pittsburgh East Nissan Jacob Luther Auto Wright Automotive Group Brandon Bell Diesel Bullet Motorsports Marcus Thompson Auto Midas Auto Service Experts Anthony Rotondo Auto North Hills Toyota Shawn Rodgers Diesel Bradys Bend Corporation Paul Young Auto Baierl Subaru Jeffery Tarpley, Jr. Auto Jiffy Lube Brian Lukens HVAC Gordon Food Service Matthew Bechtold Diesel Kinsey Corporation Scott Tostevin Auto Baierl Chevrolet Cody Williams Diesel Wingfoot Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Cntrs Mark Beyers Diesel Ryder Shea Daniels Diesel Hill International Christopher Kulow Diesel Republic Services Jonathan Burgess Diesel MHC Kenworth – Wilmington Christopher Jones Diesel Herzog, Inc Jerome Bryant, Jr. Truck Driving Abel Express Dylan Glasure Diesel Team Automotive Group Michael Martino Diesel Lenzner Coach Lines Daniel Utchel Truck Driving Estes Express Lines Joel Graham Diesel Gordan Food Service Travis Tyre Diesel Waste Management Robert Peasner Auto Firestone John Niederriter Diesel Gordan Food Service Jason Wilson Diesel North American Services Miranda Lowe Diesel Lenzner Coach Lines Carl Pascocello Diesel Penske Truck Rental Jordan Thompson Diesel Allegis Group Brandon Benec Electrical Consolidated Container Company LLC Eric Bryant Diesel Tri-State Trailer Sales Christopher Babyak Electrical B C Electric Mark Lucas Electrical AW Electric Glen Howard Diesel Norfold Southern Railway Luc Bongiorni Electrical Ducky’s Car Wash Dominick Vella Electrical GIS Oilfield Contractors Shawn McFarland Diesel Albert’s Auto & Tire Center Jared Colalella Electrical MC Machinery Systems Christopher Welch Electrical Arrow Electric Jay Smith Diesel Kirk Heavy Truck & Trailer Repair David Jones Electrical Forbes Road Career & Technology Center Allen Michelotti Diesel Pittsburgh Fleet Management Douglas Snodgrass Electrical US Steel – Irvin Works Christopher Sigmund Electrical STERIS Keith Huffman Truck Driving Weavertown Environmental Group James Callaghan Electrical Canova Electric David Teller Electrical ATI Powder Metals Joel Kunkel Truck Driving Gordon Food Service Michael Jeffery Electrical PPM Realty Chad McDade HVAC JA Sauer Melvin Mockabee Truck Driving Prime, Inc. Joshua Streiner Electrical Toshiba America Business Solutions Walter Sarafin HVAC JA Sauer Stephen Moss Truck Driving First America Leonard Boyd Truck Driving Bunzl Distribution USA, Inc. Joseph Sanpietro HVAC Gordon Food Services Matthew Quigley Truck Driving Iron Mountain Information Management, LLC Stacey Johnson Truck Driving Waste Management Thomas Williams HVAC Wade Heating & Cooling, Inc. David Curcio Auto FBM Wholesale Builders Support, LLC Ronald Smith, Jr. Truck Driving Butler Gas Products Company Kevin Hegarty Truck Driving ABF Freight System Inc. Brandin Diewald Auto Wright Automotive Group Charles Collins Truck Driving New Penn Motor Express Matthew Mrock Truck Driving Select Energy Services Tracy Jackson Auto P.R.N. Health Service, Inc. Michael Crisanti, Jr. Truck Driving Crystal Springs Jeffrey Lipinski Auto Bethel Park Automotive Derek Rose Auto Shults Ford Harmarville Michael Reidell Truck Driving DS Water of America Thomas Palfy Auto Monro Muffler/Brake Matthew Whetsell Auto Republic Service Aaron Manz Auto A&L Motor Sales BMW Jeremy Schiff Auto Monro Muffler/Brake Christopher Yerkey Auto Paul’s Motor Car Service Theodore Begly Diesel Jackson Welding Supply Co. William Waldron Auto Pep Boys Dominic Zuccarelli Auto Bob Massie Toyota-Scion James LaRue Diesel New England Motor Freight Steven Winston, Sr. Auto Monro Muffler/Brake Robert Edinger Auto Cher-Ban Tire Service, Inc. Dempy Smith Diesel Rohrich Mazda Jordan Greathouse Diesel Gordon Food Service Matthew Gill Auto Wright Automotive Group Christopher Anderson Auto Fike Chevrolet Shawn McGinnis HVAC McGinnis Heating and Air Jamie Kirkpatrick Auto State Park Motors, Inc. Christopher Cager Auto #1 Cochran Kia Nathan Pieszak Diesel George Moving and Storage, Inc. The Circuit Page 5 Donald Swink AWARDS & RECOGNITION

August 2015 Awards September 2015 Awards Instructor’s Choice – Cumulative perfect attendance Instructor’s Choice – Cumulative perfect attendance after one full semester. after one full semester. Automotive: Evan Farine, Caleb Perry, James Reese, Jr., Randy Russell, Keshav Automotive: James Reese, Thomas Wee, Jessica Foringer, Caleb Adhikari, Samuel Byers, Adam Cook, Justin Jeffrey, Nicholas Linza, Robert Perry, Alec Crane, Darius Donnell, Shane Evans, Joseph Miller, Malmgreen, Christopher Patton, Derek Quigley, Brian Straka, Christopher Tivo, Jake “Why I became a Rosedale Student” Dillon Ribar, Randy Russell, Benjamin Settimio, Joshua Stumpf Young, Remo Mazzoleni, David Smith Diesel: Aaron Casciola, Taylor Rickert, Kenneth Wallis, Krzysztof Wasielewski, By: Donald Swink Diesel: Aaron Casciola, Richard Miller, Taylor Rickert, Kenneth Randy Shawger, Joseph Connor, Jacob Altman, Travis Arner, Nicholas Atchley, Wallis, Krzysztof Wasielewski, Randy Shawger, Mario Bortoluzzi, My name is Donald Swink and I am Steven Beatty, Reno Ciotola, Lucas Elliot, Samuel Faigley, Patrick Gandziarski, Joshua Dante DeMatteo, Joshua Denardo, Cooper Fairman, Tamarrah currently enrolled in the Electrical program Keppler, Bryan Koster, Austin Phillips, Dalton Weleski, Mathew Wineman, Paul Upshaw at Rosedale Technical College. I was a truck Campbell, William Fisher driver for a local food service company for Electrical: Vicki Jones, Douglas Dahlstrand, Michael Dougherty, Electrical: Richard Emery, Donald Swink, Michael Dougherty, Ian Walker, Zachary Thomas Myers, Chase Stewart, Ian Walker over eight years until health issues made me Pfeifer, Shannon McKenzie incapable of performing my daily tasks. HVAC: Robert Arnett, Jeffrey Coyle, Harold Glasure HVAC: Harold Glasure, Robert Arnett I was diagnosed with kidney disease in April Industrial Technician: Jeffrey Connor Industrial Technician: Cody Badger, Tyler Rodgers of 2010. I had to receive dialysis treatments Welding: Sean Jaracz Welding: Sean Jaracz three days a week for four hours per session Presidential – Cumulative GPA of 3.4 of Higher Presidential – Cumulative GPA of 3.4 of Higher after at least one semester for over three years. I tried to continue to after at least one semester Automotive: Adam Cunningham, Nicholas Farich, Mason Guckert, Matthew work at my old job for as long as I could Leskovec, David McCarty, Tyler Moore, Edward Vibostak, Joshua Young, David but eventually the illness progressed to the Automotive: Jeffrey Gilchrist, George Kozup, Bryan Pry, DelGallo, Robert Lauteria, Adam Melenyzer, Caleb Perry, Shawn Ramsey, James Adam Cunningham, Nicholas Farich, Mason Guckert, Justin Lee, Reese, Jr., Ryan Kozup, Randy Russell, Kendal Smithson, Brannan Clegg, Eric Cross, point that I was no longer capable and I was Matthew Leskovec, David McCarty, Adam Melenyzer, Tyler Moore, forced to go on Social Security Disability. On Shane Evans, John Gill, Christopher Patton, Benjamin Settimio, Remo Mazzoleni, Shawn Ramsey, James Reese, Edward Viobstak, Joshua Young, Samuel Pugliese, Jerome Scherer December 17, 2014, I was given an amazing Robert Lauteria, Alec Crane, Darius Donnell, Deepak Kharel, gift when my cousin, Greta Smith donated Ramon Reid Diesel: Aaron Casciola, Dion Davis, Damian Godfrey, Brian Kashycki, Lucas Lazek, one of her kidneys to me and saved my life. Robert Leist, Taylor Rickert, Michael Shelby, Brandon Vargo, Krzysztof Wasielewski, Diesel: Jeffrey Stivison, Aaron Casciola, Clint Chapple, Nicholas Patrick Watson, Zachary Williamson, Gary Carroll, Clint Chapple, Richard Miller, On that day I was given something that many Dinatale, Kenneth Eckles, Damian Godfrey, William Hissom, Kayla Gino Morena, Timothy Ryan, Kyle Salka, Sulaiman Savage, Nathaniel Spindler, people never get, a second chance in life. I Holmes, Jacob Joyce, Brian Kashycki, Lucas Lazek, Robert Leist, Sean Sullivan, Logan Thomas, Michael Vanauker, Joseph Connor, Neil Kirschner, made the decision right then that I would Richard Miller, Gino Morena, Taylor Rickert, Timothy Ryan, Kyle David Meriwether, Aaron Scassa, Travis Arner, Mario Bortoluzzi, Cooper Fairman, make the most of it. Salka, Michael Shelby, Sean Sullivan, Logan Thomas, Michael Alexander Kardaseski, Joshua Keppler, John Lazear, Tamarrah Upshaw, Kevin Vanauker, Brandon Vargo, Krzysztof Wasielewski, Patrick Watson, Ludwig, Eric Nelson, Randy Waxler, Jr., Patrick Lynch I had always regretted not continuing Zachary Williamson, Joseph Connor, Neil Kirschner, Brian Lukens, my education after high school. With this David Meriwether, Sulaiman Savage, Nathaniel Spindler, Aaron Electrical: Davis Baratta, William Boyd, Aaron Butler, Paul Caputo, Colin Chupinka, Richard Emery, Nicholas Geahry, George Haldeman, Mathew Nagy, Eric Price, second chance in life, I decided to change Scassa, Nicholas Vavrock Matthew Pugh, Frank Scarpaci, Ryan Ziegler, Joshua Brugere, Carlos Harrison, that. This is why I am now here at Rosedale. Electrical: Davis Baratta, William Boyd, Aaron Butler, Paul Caputo, Terrance Shepherd, Donald Swink, Douglas Dahlstrand, Morgan Eichenberger Electricity has always interested me. I love Colin Chupinka, Richard Emery, Shawn Fossett, Nicholas Geahry, HVAC: Jeffrey Coyle, Bradley Nelson, Robert Arnett, Scott Barton, Christopher Campbell learning about it, I’m excited to continue to George Haldeman, Eric Price, Matthew Pugh, Frank Scarpaci, learn new things, and to take full advantage Ryan Ziegler, Joshua Brugere, Carlos Harrison, Terrance Shepherd, Welding: Nicholas Hoovler, Sean Jaracz, Ian Love of the opportunity that I have been given. Donald Swink, Rosedale Ace – Cumulative GPA of 4.0 after at least one full semester The course of events that got me here today HVAC: Robert Arnett, Jeffrey Coyle, Bradley Nelson, Christopher Automotive: Tom Wee, Evan Farine, Patrick Lancaster, Jessica Foringer, John Bobash, was not pleasant by any means, but I am Campbell, Timothy Williams Samuel Byers, Adam Cook, Cody Hall, Nicholas Linza, Robert Malmgreen, Derek Quigley, David Smith, Brian Straka, Christopher Tivo, Jake Young, Jonathan Hladney happier and healthier than I have ever been. Industrial Technician: Hunter Curl I’m thrilled to be here at Rosedale learning Diesel: Daniel Matthew, Cameron Tyrpin, Kenneth Wallis, Russell Meyer, Welding: Nick Hoovler, Richard LaFace Randy Shawger, Paul Cameron, Jason Conti, Dante DeMatteo, Alexander Hamilton, the trade that I love. Rosedale Ace – Cumulative GPA of 4.0 Jacob Altman, Nicholas Atchley, Dante Bauccio, Steven Beatty, Reno Ciotola, after at least one full semester James Clark, Dalton Dailey, Jacob Dayton, Joshua Denardo, John Diamond, Lucas Elliot, Samuel Faigley, Michael Forrester, Patrick Gandziarski, Zachary Gebhart, Automotive: Evan Farine, Patrick Lancaster, Thomas Wee, Jessica Bryan Hanks, Bryan Koster, Bradley Roberts, Zachary Rovito, William Waldron, Foringer, Caleb Perry, Kendal Smithson, Shane Evans, John Gill, Dalton Weleski, Kristopher Zoretich, Paul Campbell, William Fisher, LED lighting is the Ryan Kozup, Randy Russell, Benjamin Settimio Christopher Giles, Michael Shifko, Brian Krivanek, Jeremy Scott, William Sharp Diesel: Gary Carroll, Dion Davis, Zachary Johnson, Daniel Electrical: Shawn Fossett, Eric Gregor, Dylan Grieco, Vicki Jones, James Madden, IV, light of the future Matthews, Russell Meyer, Cameron Tyrpin, Kenneth Wallis, Paul Glenn Beu, Michael Dougherty, Thomas Myers, Jr., Chase Stewart, Anthony Stillson, By: Carlos Harrison Cameron, Jason Conti, Alexander Hamilton, Randy Shawger, Mario John Clark, Erin Leet, David Pollock, Peter Hamorsky, Zachary Pfeifer, Steven Welch, Bortoluzzi, Dante DeMatteo, Joshua Denardo, Cooper Fairman, William Faix, Dezso Farkas, Shannon McKenzie We all know that Tamarrah Upshaw HVAC: Harold Glasure, Michael Williams incandescent light Electrical: Eric Gregor, Dylan Grieco, Vicki Jones, James Madden, Industrial Technician: Jeffrey Conner, Tyler Rodgers bulbs produce only Mathew Nagy, Glen Beu, Douglas Dahlstrand, Michael Dougherty, 20% of light and 80% Thomas Myers, Chase Stewart, Ian Walker Helping Hand Award: Rebecca Huffman (Diesel), Shane Evans (Automotive), Dante DeMatteo (Diesel), Harold Glasure (HVAC), Zachary Pfeifer (Electrical), of heat, which is a HVAC: Robert Nieman, Harold Glasure, Scott Barton, Michael Mike Shifko (Diesel), Randy Waxler (Diesel), Kevin Ludwig (Diesel), Chris Giles waste of electricity. Williams (Diesel), Zach Mares (Diesel), Andrew Gullo (Diesel), Cullen Dunn (Diesel) Some of the ways you Industrial Technician: Jeffrey Connor Extra Effort Award: Mike Williams (HVAC), Taylor Kordich (Diesel), can benefit from indoor LED lighting and Randy Shawger (Diesel), Christopher Campbell (HVAC), Nick Atchley (Diesel), have efficient energy follow. Helping Hand Award: Randy Shawger (Diesel), Taylor Rickert Anthony Stillson (Electrical), Bill Fisher (Diesel), Patrick Lynch (Diesel), (Diesel), Dan Bright (HVAC), Robert Arnett (HVAC), Tim Williams Patrick Watson (Diesel) The number one benefit of LED lights is (HVAC), George Haldeman (HVAC) the long life. The operational life of an LED Most Improved Award: Dan White (Diesel), Mario Henderson (Automotive), Extra Effort Award: Pat Lancaster (Automotive), Dante Kyla Holmes (Diesel), Nick Wolbert (Diesel) light bulb is 100,000 hours. This is 11 years DeMatteo (Diesel), Zach Mares (Diesel), Chris Campbell (HVAC), of continuous operation, or roughly 22 years Mike Williams (HVAC) Community Service Award: James Madden (Electrical), Robert Arnett (HVAC), at 50% usage. They also don’t burn out like Cullen Dunn (Diesel) incandescent light bulbs. LED lights are free of toxic chemicals. Conventional light bulbs EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES Brandon Danser Joe Marchese Dan Castelli contain mercury which is dangerous to the JULY Diesel Instructor – 4 Years HVAC Instructor – 1 Year Automotive Instructor – 11 Years environment. LED’s are extremely durable. John Huld Sue Henze Jennifer Cox Jeff Kaplon They are highly rugged and can handle General Education Instructor – 49 Years* Administrative Assistant – 12 Years Executive Assistant – 4 Years Automotive Instructor – 13 Years the roughest conditions. There are zero UV *15 Years at RTC; 34 Years at Electronics AUGUST Rick Mehn Matt Gaetano Electrical Instructor – 4 Years emissions and they brighten up immediately Institute, sister school to RTC Michael Basulto Automotive Instructor – 2 Years when powered on. Having a low voltage Ben Wilke Financial Aid Officer – 4 Years Rob Murphy power supply is sufficient for LED lighting. Vice President – 13 Years Sean Barrett SEPTEMBER Diesel Instructor – 10 Years LED lights are also being used as a mood Angela Nelson Education Outreach Coordinator – 3 Tony Capriotti Ed Wesolek Marketing Coordinator – 1 Year Years Automotive Instructor – 1 Year illumination. Individual LEDs can be dimmed IT Coordinator – 11 Years Bobby Burgy and will result in a control of color, light, and Karen Horne Tim Weleski Mike Breskovich Tool Room Manager – 13 Years Diesel Instructor – 4 Years Electrical Instructor – 9 Years distribution. A well-designed LED illumination Maintenance Supervisor – 40 Years Vaughan Greil Mark Simoneau Paul Danner system will achieve beautiful and dynamic General Education Dan Dowd Lead Truck Driving Instructor – 3 Years Automotive Instructor – 15 Years lighting effects; not just for the lighting, but Instructor – 9 Years Truck Driving Instructor – 1 Year Rose Leipertz John Litwin Dennis Wilke also for the mind and the mood. Darrin Niemeyer President and Director – 10 Years Financial Aid Officer – 1 Year Controller – 4 Years Financial Operations Coordinator – 4 Years Page 6 The Circuit Finance Department Adds New Team Member The finance department recently welcomed a new member to Brian volunteers for the Heinz History Center and the Pittsburgh Welcome Back its team. Brian Capellupo has accepted a position as the Symphony Orchestra. Ian Gayman! Financial Operations Coordinator. Brian will be assisting Financial When he’s not working or volunteering, he enjoys golfing and Operations Coordinator John Litwin with student accounts. enjoying the Pittsburgh restaurant scene. Brian comes to Rosedale Tech from Wendy’s International where Brian resides in Wexford, PA with his wife, Shannon, and their he was in a management role for 10 years. Outside of work, three-year old son, Anthony. Meet John Shirey Rosedale Tech is pleased to welcome John Shirey as a new “I’m excited to continue educating students so they can have a General Education Instructor. John will take over teaching successful career in the trades,” John said. math at the college for newly retired John Huld. In his free time, John enjoys camping, hunting, fishing, and John received his Bachelor’s degree in math from Clarion watching professional football. University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining Rosedale Tech, he John resides in New Kensington, PA with his wife, Kyle, and had been teaching math for 13 years at a technical school in the area. John was referred to the position from Electrical two daughters. This summer, Rosedale Tech welcomed Ian Instructor Lou Levine. Gayman as the Evening Diesel Tool Room Coordinator. Ian is not an unfamiliar face to Rosedale Tech; he recently graduated from Welcome Nick Zuerlein Rosedale’s diesel technology program in Nick Zuerlein was hired as the Student Life Coordinator, a new position and universities to develop students to be January 2015. to the school in affiliation with the Coalition for Christian Outreach “passionate leaders in their studies, jobs, In addition to his evening position at Rosedale (CCO). communities and families” (ccojubilee.org). Tech, Ian works full-time at Kenworth. Growing up in an Air Force family, Nick has lived all across the world in Each program is customized to fit the school’s places like Texas, Montana, Japan, North Carolina, and Florida. He attended needs. Originally from Bedford, Ian now resides in NASCAR Technical Institute as well as Montreat College for Outdoor Education Through the affiliation at Rosedale Tech, Nick Pittsburgh. When he finds free time, Ian enjoys in Montreat, NC. will be onsite at the school to speak with hiking and riding his mountain bike. After graduating from Montreat College, Nick worked as a Senior Summer students and schedule various student activities. Wilderness Guide for Solid Rock Outdoor Ministries in Larame, Wyoming. Nick is excited for his new position. Not only does he look forward to working Through this position Nick learned a lot about working with people as he led with the students, but he admits that he is a shameless gearhead. Prior to guided tours in the wilderness, which oftentimes put participants in situations working as a wilderness guide, Nick worked as an automotive technician for a outside of their normal elements. few years. To this day, he still enjoys working on anything with a motor. His experience with Solid Rock Outdoor Ministries steered Nick to join Nick currently resides in Beaver County with his wife, Sarah, and newborn Meet Dave Stirling the CCO, which is a ministry group that partners with over 115 colleges son, Lewis. Mark Miller Hired as Evening Welding Instructor Mark Miller has accepted a position as Evening Welding teacher. After a couple years, he lost interest in the subject Instructor. Prior to joining Rosedale Tech’s team, Mark was of math and realized he wanted to do something a little more working as a Boilermaker for six years. He was referred to the hands-on. It was a conversation with Julian that sparked his position from fellow Boilermaker Instructor Julian Morena, who interest in pursuing welding. also happens to be his cousin. Mark is excited to be in his new role as an instructor and is While he is very passionate about the trade, Mark admitted excited to pass on his knowledge to students so they too can that he didn’t always want to work in welding. After excel in the trade. graduating from Brashear High School, he attended Slippery A Pittsburgh native, Mark resides in Brookline. When he’s not Rock University and pursued a degree to become a math working he enjoys playing golf.

The electrical technology program recently There’s a New Face in the Education Department welcomed Dave Stirling as a new instructor. Elyvet “Elvy” Acevedo joins the Education Department has over 25 years of business-related work experience, having A hardworking individual, Dave acquired his as an Administrative Assistant. Elvy will be assisting Director worked as a Customer Service Representative, Administrative first job at age 14 and was working on a farm. of Education Kara Chan and Director of Curriculum and Assistant to a Vice President of Operations, Office Manager After high school, he went on to complete the Compliance Ed Petrunak with the everyday projects and Project Coordinator for companies, such as Kaufmann’s International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers associated with the department. and Dick’s Sporting Goods. (IBEW) Local #10 Apprenticeship program Originally from Puerto Rico, Elvy is bilingual, has been in the Elvy is a football fan who loves watching the Pittsburgh states for 30 years and lives in Canonsburg with her husband, Steelers. In addition, she enjoys camping and boating. One of where he received a Diploma for Journeyman Bob, and their two sons, Brian and Justin. She is a graduate her life goals is to skydive, but her husband doesn’t approve. Inside Wireman. of CCAC having been trained as a Physical Therapist. She Since completing the program, Dave has obtained over 30 years of field experience working for various contracting companies. In Natalie Olup Joins Education Outreach Team 1985, Dave and his father started an electrical Natalie Olup joins Rosedale Tech as the new Education Wanting to be closer to her family, Natalie decided to business, Stirling Electric. While the company Outreach Representative. In her new role, she will focus her return home to Pittsburgh. She was referred to the position is no longer active, Dave will still take side jobs. efforts on informing prospective high school students about at Rosedale Tech by Academic Services Coordinator Julie opportunities within the trades. Natalie earned a Bachelor’s Weber. In her new position, Natalie hopes to recruit excellent Prior to joining Rosedale Tech, Dave had been Degree in Psychology and a teaching certificate from the new students who graduate and make a strong impact in teaching electrical classes as a local trade University of Pittsburgh. Originally from Pittsburgh, Natalie has the community. Her short term goals include having the school. After hearing about job opportunities spent the past nine years in Florida teaching first and fourth opportunity to get to know the students, faculty and staff. at Rosedale Tech, he was eager to learn more grades for the Hillsborough County School District. In addition, In her free time, Natalie enjoys spending time with family and about the non-profit institution. When asked she spent a year serving as a Peer Evaluator for the school friends, relaxing by the pool, shopping, and exercising. about what his goal was for his new job, Dave district. While working in Florida, she earned her Master’s in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida. quickly answered saying, “I am so excited to teach at Rosedale Tech and produce the next generation of qualified electricians.” He New Addition to Admissions Team also stated that he looks forward to utilizing more hands-on training components in the Please join us in welcoming Patrick Veri as the new Admissions Place to Work” by the Pittsburgh Business Times. In classroom than what he was using before. Representative. his new position, he hopes to build new relationships When he’s not working, Dave enjoys and adapt his customer service skills to meet the A graduate of Robert Morris University in Business Administration, participating in outdoor activities like hunting needs of the school. Patrick brings with him over 10 years of sales and customer service and fishing. He resides in the Butler area with experience. His most recent position was Client Relations Supervisor Patrick currently resides in Aliquippa, PA with his his wife, Linda. They have a grown daughter, with Independent Settlement Services. Prior to that, Patrick worked for cat, Milo. In his free time he enjoys participating in Brittany, and enjoy spoiling their two year-old PNC Bank and the Washington Wild Things. sports, such as soccer and basketball, going to the grandson, Samuel. After discovering the job opening through an online search, Patrick gym and watching TV. researched the school and was intrigued by its reputation as a “Best

The Circuit Page 7 NON-PROFIT ORG NEW “MOBILE” MARKETING US POSTAGE PAID PITTSBURGH, PA Two of Rosedale Tech’s tractor 215 Beecham Drive, Suite 2 PERMIT #449 trailers utilized in the 10-week Pittsburgh, PA 15205 www.RosedaleTech.org truck driving program have 412-521-6200 received a “makeover” and now flaunt cool lightning themed artwork. Future plans include wrapping the remainder of the “Like” Rosedale tractor-trailer fleet. As part Tech on of the training program, the trucks are driven through parts of Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Rosedale Tech is an Equal Opportunity Education Institution and Employer. ACCSC Accredited institution, and NATEF ASE Certified. Virginia. Gainful Employment disclosure information is available at www.RosedaleTech.org

Keep an eye out for Rosedale’s new Mobile Billboards! Mouse Trap Car Races at Rosedale Tech

The mouse trap car races took place following thread, and of course mouse traps. Each student the end of the last eight-week term. As part of the comes up with a unique design that is tested at physical science class, the mouse trap cars are a the end of the term when they compete with their fun, hands-on activity that allow student to utilize fellow classmates to see who’s car will drive the their class lessons. farthest. “The mousetrap cars use the following physics During the recent races, Rob Nieman won in principles: Newton’s Laws of Motion, potential the HVAC class with a distance of 73’ 11”. In the and kinetic energy, simple machines, friction, and electrical/auto class, electrical student Matthew conservation of energy. All of which we discuss in Pugh came out on top with a distance of 84’ 11”. class,” said Instructor John Shirey. Students construct these vehicles out of miscellaneous materials, such as CDs, paint sticks,

Personal Interest Classes Provide Fun Learning Environment for the Community Rosedale Technical College recently launched a commercial with the and that “participating in activities that are meaningful to you will help slogan “Serious. Fun. For the Doers.” With this slogan in mind, Rosedale you feel more energized and connected to the world at large, and less Tech is proud to announce the start of Personal Interest Classes to be likely to burn out in your other responsibilities.” (Complete article can held at the school’s campus. be found at http://www.wsj.com/articles/does-having-a-hobby-increase- The schedule kicked off at the end of September with a homebrewing your-happiness-1440430582) essentials class as well as a sushi making class. Future classes will be As a way to help happiness and self-improvement, the course schedule announced at a later date. will be structured in a fun and engaging manner and will primarily cover “These classes fit right in with our school’s vision of continuous topics that aren’t typically offered within the school’s current programs. development and self-improvement. In my opinion, there’s no better All personal interest classes are open to the public. Participants must way to improve yourself than by learning to do something fun,” said complete all registration requirements prior to taking a class. President and Director Dennis Wilke. A complete schedule of classes and registration information can be Why Personal Interest Classes? found at www.RosedaleTech.org/personal-interest-classes/. A recent article in the Wall Street Journal states, “Studies have found a link between participating in activities for pleasure and cognitive ability” Personal and Professional Development Funds The first year of personal and professional development funds has come to an end and the second year of funding has begun. Since its inception, here are some of the things our faculty and staff have been doing with their funds: Paul Plahn (Automotive Instructor): Angela Nelson (Marketing Coordinator): Suzie McGugin (Marketing Manager): Attended a National Coalition of Certification Took a 6-week photography class at Completed a rowing class (NC3) Leadership Conference at Gateway Pittsburgh Filmmakers Dave Detar (Enrollment Manager):

Technical College on July 15-16, Joe Marchese (HVAC Instructor): Working with a nutritionist 2015 in Kenosha, Wisconsin Completed a seminar in Rochester, NY Debbie Bier (Director of Admissions): Joni Curl (Student Services Assistant) and Adam Taylor (Diesel Instructor): Taking Pilates classes Liz Lanschak (Student Services Coordinator): Purchased photography books Completed a Microsoft Office seminar Sue Henze (Administrative Assistant): Dave Nicola (Truck Driving Instructor): Completed the Emergency Medical

JR Mangan (Diesel Instructor): Completed an auto body class Responder certification through the Took golf lessons Emergency Medical Institute Kara Chan (Director of Education): Ed Wesolek (Automotive Instructor): Completed an animal psych course Kim Bell (Admissions Representative): Purchased a Technicians Service Training (TST) Took kayaking lessons Seminar Membership Dennis Wilke (President and Director): Purchased a membership to the Brian Mullen (Diesel Instructor): Carnegie Museums Purchased the Italian edition of Rosetta Stone Page 8 The Circuit