IN West Allegheny Fall 2016 | Page 3

features CONTENT IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the West Allegheny area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. fall 2016 12 Pittsburgh Technical Institute Rebrands Formerly Pittsburgh Technical Institute, Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) now offers bachelor’s degrees. 15 Special Section: Technology in the Classroom Social media and technology are changing the way schools and colleges teach, how students learn and the way teachers and students communicate. 21 Special Section: Home Design Trends With every new house trend comes inspiration for a makeover to enhance your home’s functionality. Here are some ideas to take your living space from so-so to so savvy. 27 Your Guide to Fall Fun Here’s a list of some of the fabulous fall festivals and spooktacular events in your area. departments 2 6 8 From the Publisher IN the Loop: What’s News in West Allegheny IN Good Taste: Shawn Crago, Owner, Patrick’s Pub and Grille 10 IN Events: Western Allegheny Community Library Breaks Ground 32 IN Focus: West Allegheny at a Glance 10 on the cover (L to r): Paul Hennemuth, Mayor of Oakdale; Patty Giura, Library Board President; Michelle Presutti,  Findlay Twp. board member; and JR Mangan, North Fayette Supervisor. See photos on page 10. Photo by Primetime Shots. West Allegheny | Fall 2016 | icmags.com 1