For Immediate Release

• (Enola, Pa.) April 13, 2026-- Central Penn College will celebrate its 144th Commencement on Friday, May 1 at the Forum in Harrisburg, with Penn State Health’s Regional Director of Patient Experience and Volunteer Engagement Gretchen L. Ramsey, MPS taking the stage as the keynote speaker. Ramsey, who earned her master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Central Penn College in 2015, is also a member of the college’s board of directors and a popular instructor.
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• In her role for Penn State Health, she leads a team across Holy Spirit and Hampden Medical Centers dedicated to strengthening the patient and family experience and achieving higher levels of staff excellence through coaching, training, and resiliency-building practices.
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• As an adjunct faculty member at Central Penn College, Ramsey teaches courses in organizational structure, meaningful interpersonal engagement, and the importance of continuous professional development.
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• Prior to joining Penn State Health, Ramsey spent nearly 25 years working in legislative affairs, development, and fundraising throughout the Camp Hill and Harrisburg regions, for causes that included the PA Chamber of Business and Industry and Harrisburg Area Community College. 
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• Following in the passions of her father, son and daughter, she is an active member of the Middle Susquehanna River Chapter of Delta Waterfowl, the Doc Fritchey Chapter of Trout Unlimited, and the Pennsylvania Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers. Her past service includes board membership with the West Shore Chamber of Commerce and several seasons as an assistant coach for Girls on the Run.
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• She and her husband Chris live in northern Dauphin County with their son and daughter.   
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• Other Awards to Be Presented on May 1
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• Student Awards
• Valedictorian
• Salutatorian
• Leadership
• Service
• Athletics and Activities
• Military Service
• Legacy Award for Perseverance
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• Faculty Recognition
• The Todd A. Milano Faculty Excellence Award

• College President Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, Ed.D. will preside over the ceremonies, which will include several hundred students earning certificate, diploma, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees as the Class of 2026.

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About Central Penn College 

Central Penn College gives students the educational foundation to turn potential into professional success. Since 1881, the college has been a leading source of high-quality, career-focused education to students in Pennsylvania and beyond. Strategically located in Enola, near a host of major public and private employers, Central Penn College offers associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, along with certificate and diploma programs in business, health care, and a variety of other professional fields. For more information, visit www.centralpenn.edu.