Radiological science students from Penn State New Kensington attended the 2025 PSRT spring conference and state meeting, participating in lectures and student competitions.
NEW KENSINGTON, Pa. — Eleven radiological science students from Penn State New Kensington attended the Pennsylvania Society of Radiologic Technologists (PSRT) spring conference and state meeting March 21–22 at the Blair County Convention Center.
The group, made up of eight second-year and three first-year students, was led by Mary Ann McKeague, lecturer of radiological sciences and program clinical coordinator, and Marcia Curler, assistant teaching professor and program director.
“Our students proudly and professionally represented Penn State New Kensington,” Curler said. “All 11 students attended lectures, networked, and participated in various student competitions.”
Among the highlights of the weekend was the Techni-Bowl, a fast-paced academic competition featuring 30 questions aligned with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam. The ARRT certification recognizes individuals who have met rigorous professional standards to perform in specialized roles in medical imaging, radiation therapy or interventional procedures.
Twelve teams from seven institutions across the state competed in the Techni-Bowl. Penn State New Kensington fielded two teams. The second-place team included Britta Lindgren and Samantha Wise. This marks the second year in a row that the campus placed in the top three, following a first-place finish last year.
Penn State New Kensington radiological science students Britta Lindgren, left, and Samantha Wise earned second place in the Techni-Bowl competition at the 2025 PSRT conference.
Wise was also awarded first place in the PSRT scholarship competition. The award, presented at the conference, recognized her for meeting stringent eligibility requirements and submitting multiple essays and letters of recommendation.
Samantha Wise, a Penn State New Kensington radiological science student, holds her certificate after receiving the top scholarship award at the 2025 PSRT conference.
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