NAWCC SCHOOL OF HOROLOGY ANNOUNCES NEW GRADUATES

[michael h schneider]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jim Bland
Director of Marketing
717-684-8261
November 22, 2002
jbland@nawcc.org


NAWCC SCHOOL OF HOROLOGY ANNOUNCES NEW GRADUATES


Columbia, PA: The National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors School of Horology announces the graduation of its Watch Repair Program. This program instructs students to professionally maintain and service both modern and vintage watches of all types. Students are taught how to make the parts and tools needed to repair timepieces and how to replace worn and broken components. Standard adjustment and lubricating procedures are an important aspect of the repair program curriculum.

The 2002 Watch Repair Summer/Fall Program Graduates are:
Mason Banks, Evansville, IN
Ronald Estell, Pelham, NH
Kenneth Fritz, Reading, PA
Hans Leonhardt, New Oxford, PA
Natalie Nelson, Swarthmore, PA
Timothy Stephens, Chardon, OH
John A. Telencio, Camp Hill, PA
Lawrence Wagenseil, Newport, RI

“The School of Horology attracts individuals of various ages, cultures and backgrounds. Currently in attendance are doctors, lawyers, former military personnel, as well as individuals who are seeking employment retraining. A widespread renewed interest in timepieces has made evident the current shortage of skilled trades people. With the increasing demand created by the renewed interest in timepieces has created a shortage of skilled trades people. The School of Horology is eager to train students so that they may successfully find their niche in the industry,” commente d Daniel Nied, Director of The School of Horology.


During the past seven years the NAWCC School of Horology has graduated approximately 500 students. In October The School of Horology received a $200,000 grant for renovation and expansion from the Pe nnsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. “The School of Horology is dedicated to meeting the growing demand for skilled people in the industry by providing high-quality educational programs and instructors, a focus on hands-on learning and strict limits to class sizes”, remarked Doug Cowan, President, National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors.

The School of Horology is licensed by the State of Pennsylvania Department of Education Division of Private Licensed Schools and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). The School of Horology is dedicated to the preparation of students for entry into horological business fields. The school mission is to preserve established skills and knowledge pertaining to the art of clock and watchmaking, repairing, and restoration, while encouraging interest in horological research. Class size is strictly limited in order to ensure students the personalized instruction necessary to mas ter the specialized skills taught.

The NAWCC School of Horology is part of the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors, a non-profit organization with about 30,000 members and 175 chapters worldwide. Headquartered in Columbia, PA, the Association operates The National Watch & Clock Museum, The School of Horology, and the NAWCC Library and Research Center. Visit us on the web at www.nawcc.org (http://www.nawcc.org).
jbland@nawcc.orgs

[michael h schneider]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jim Bland
Director of Marketing
717-684-8261
November 22, 2002
jbland@nawcc.org


NAWCC SCHOOL OF HOROLOGY ANNOUNCES NEW GRADUATES


Columbia, PA: The National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors School of Horology announces the graduation of its Watch Repair Program. This program instructs students to professionally maintain and service both modern and vintage watches of all types. Students are taught how to make the parts and tools needed to repair timepieces and how to replace worn and broken components. Standard adjustment and lubricating procedures are an important aspect of the repair program curriculum.

The 2002 Watch Repair Summer/Fall Program Graduates are:
Mason Banks, Evansville, IN
Ronald Estell, Pelham, NH
Kenneth Fritz, Reading, PA
Hans Leonhardt, New Oxford, PA
Natalie Nelson, Swarthmore, PA
Timothy Stephens, Chardon, OH
John A. Telencio, Camp Hill, PA
Lawrence Wagenseil, Newport, RI

“The School of Horology attracts individuals of various ages, cultures and backgrounds. Currently in attendance are doctors, lawyers, former military personnel, as well as individuals who are seeking employment retraining. A widespread renewed interest in timepieces has made evident the current shortage of skilled trades people. With the increasing demand created by the renewed interest in timepieces has created a shortage of skilled trades people. The School of Horology is eager to train students so that they may successfully find their niche in the industry,” commente d Daniel Nied, Director of The School of Horology.


During the past seven years the NAWCC School of Horology has graduated approximately 500 students. In October The School of Horology received a $200,000 grant for renovation and expansion from the Pe nnsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. “The School of Horology is dedicated to meeting the growing demand for skilled people in the industry by providing high-quality educational programs and instructors, a focus on hands-on learning and strict limits to class sizes”, remarked Doug Cowan, President, National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors.

The School of Horology is licensed by the State of Pennsylvania Department of Education Division of Private Licensed Schools and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). The School of Horology is dedicated to the preparation of students for entry into horological business fields. The school mission is to preserve established skills and knowledge pertaining to the art of clock and watchmaking, repairing, and restoration, while encouraging interest in horological research. Class size is strictly limited in order to ensure students the personalized instruction necessary to mas ter the specialized skills taught.

The NAWCC School of Horology is part of the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors, a non-profit organization with about 30,000 members and 175 chapters worldwide. Headquartered in Columbia, PA, the Association operates The National Watch & Clock Museum, The School of Horology, and the NAWCC Library and Research Center. Visit us on the web at www.nawcc.org (http://www.nawcc.org).
jbland@nawcc.orgs