Media Mentions
What We Have Done
Throughout the years, our students at Orleans Technical College have been recognized for their numerous successes in multiple news outlets. These students have worked hard to achieve their goals and have put in the time and effort to earn a degree. We are committed to supporting our students and we want to highlight their achievements.
Orleans Expands into Healthcare
Orleans Technical College, often known for their building trades programs, have expanded into the in-demand field of healthcare. Campus President Rodney Brutton joined WURD radio host Tanya Pendleton to discuss the new opportunities Orleans are providing for those interested in a career in healthcare. Listen here.
August 1, 2023
The Future of Women
With Women in Construction week coming to a close, NBC10 Philadephia took a look inside Orleans Technical College to see all of our female students doing what they know best. Getting the recognition they deserve, our women in the trades here at Orleans are in for a bright future. Watch Here
March 7, 2020
Job Fair
Photo by Logan Krum
The Northeast Times wrote about an Orleans student, Marquis Dodd. Marquis was eager to start his journey at Orleans Technical College until an unexpected event occurred. Marquis suffered from a gunshot wound to the stomach, which put a pause on his education. An event that almost took Marquis’s life was not going to put an end to his carpentry career. Continue reading
March 5, 2020
Hiring Expo
Orleans Technical College hosted its 2nd annual hiring expo covered by 6ABC. They had more than 50 local employers on hand for their graduating students. Watch here
Feb. 27, 2020
Winterizing Your Home with Orleans
NBC10 Philadelphia learns a crash course on how to winterize your home. An instructor at Orleans Technical College tells the reporter that it isn’t as hard as it looks to prepare your home for the winter. Watch here
Nov. 19, 2019
Building a Future
Photo by Logan Krum
Northeast Times covered a story on high school graduates and veterans that are eager to start their future. They want to learn a trade and do it for little to no cost. They find this a possibility when they come to Orleans Technical College. In the article, they also share that some students return to acquire more than one degree to broaden their career aspects. Continue reading
Aug. 29, 2019
Resolve Your Doubts
Photo by Jane M. Von Bergen
The Philadelphia Public School Notebook covered a story on a high school graduate, Panna Kim. Kim wanted to graduate high school and head straight to the military, but that soon changed. Kim realized the military wasn’t what he wanted to do and found himself stressed and lost. Then a friend told him about Orleans Technical College and its opportunities for high school students. Kim started in the Electricity Program at Orleans Tech and received his degree in Electricity. He is now employed at EF Precision Group in Willow Grove, PA. Continue reading
June 11, 2019
Women in Trades
The Philadelphia Tribune spoke to Althea Burgett, an Orleans student who has completed the six-month residential and commercial electricity program. Burgett has been offered two jobs now and is proud to be an Orleans Technical College student. Continue reading
March 12, 2019
Partnerships
Northeast Times covered the exciting news that Orleans Technical College is partnering with Associated Builders and Contractors, Eastern Pennsylvania Chapter, and ABC Inc. will become Orleans’ apprenticeship training partner in Philadelphia County. Continue reading
