The Winter | Spring 2026 edition of the Tower, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology’s flagship alumni magazine, has been released, spotlighting the people, programs, and experiences that fuel ambition and turn hands-on learning into lasting impact. This issue highlights how opportunity takes shape across campus: through student success, industry partnerships, athletics, and a shared commitment to access and excellence. 

In his opening message, President Pedro Rivera reflects on how the College thrives on the energy of individuals driven by mission and purpose. From classrooms and labs to careers beyond campus, the stories throughout this issue illustrate how support, resources, and real-world experience help students transform ideas into outcomes and dreams into degrees. 

Readers will meet Evan Gillenwater, a Graphic Communications and Printing Technology student who began his college journey early and is already planning a future in the printing industry. The issue also celebrates student excellence on a national stage, featuring the Bulldogs who competed at the 2025 SkillsUSA National Competition, where trade students showcased their skills alongside peers from across the country. 

On campus, the magazine marks an important milestone with a look at 50 years of women graduates at Thaddeus Stevens College, highlighting both progress and the continued focus on supporting women in the trades. Industry partnership stories, including the donation of state-of-the-art boilers to the HVACR program, demonstrate how collaboration keeps programs aligned with evolving workforce needs. 

The issue also captures Bulldog pride through athletics, spotlighting the growing Track & Field program and the achievements of student-athletes who balance competition with academic success. Alumni features, program highlights, and campus moments round out a publication that reflects the momentum and mission of the Thaddeus Stevens College community. 

The full Winter | Spring 2026 issue of The Tower magazine is available online.