Celebrating Our Centers: Spotlight on the Greater Susquehanna Center in Watsontown

All month long, Luzerne County Community College is highlighting each of its seven Centers across Northeastern Pennsylvania as part of the Celebrating Our Centers series.

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Today, we celebrate the Greater Susquehanna Center in Watsontown, a vibrant educational hub serving learners across Northumberland County and the surrounding region.*

Located at 1100 Main Street in Watsontown, the Greater Susquehanna Center provides convenient access to LCCC's high-quality, affordable education. With five classrooms, two computer labs, an office area, and a spacious student lounge, the Center offers students the resources and support they need to achieve their academic goals--close to home.

A Center Rooted in Community

The Greater Susquehanna Center is uniquely positioned to serve students from a wide geography.

"We are perfectly situated in Watsontown, right near Williamsport, Milton, Muncy, and Lewisburg, so we're in the middle of an incredible hub of communities," said A'njulean Kirchner, LCCC Greater Susquehanna Center Administrator. "The Watsontown Center is still pretty new, and we're growing. We're seeing strong demand for general education classes, general studies, and coursework supporting nursing, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, and we're even exploring early childhood education here."

A'njulean notes that the building itself contributes to the Center's charm and student-focused atmosphere.

"This Center is unique. It's an old elementary school, and it has so much character--open spaces, cozy places to study, read, or unwind. For me, it feels like a home away from home."

Students Who Feel Seen and Supported

The Greater Susquehanna Center welcomes a wide range of learners--from early college high school students to working adults to international students. What they all share is a sense of belonging.

Cassie Miller of Watsontown appreciates the personal support she receives.

"It's nice to have guidance from someone you can just talk to," she said. "I don't have to wait or get pushed through a huge system. I can call or stop in. I'm not sitting in a class of 800 people. I can come here, get what I need, and still take care of everything else in my life."

A'njulean says those individual goals and dreams inspire her work every day.

"Every student I've met here has a goal. They may not know how to get there yet, but they want something better for their lives and their families. My job is to help make that happen for them."

The Center's offerings extend beyond academics, with services designed to remove barriers and support student well-being.

"We have a large student lounge with access to our food pantry, where students can get free meals or produce. We even offer clothing for interviews or new jobs. We want to make sure our students have what they need to succeed."

A'njulean's own experience at a community college fuels her passion.

"I'm a community college girl myself. It was the best experience--I wasn't just a number; I felt like a person. That's the environment I want to bring here. Our students aren't just names on a roster. They're individuals, and that matters."

A Place That Feels Like Home

For many students, the Greater Susquehanna Center is more than a place to take classes-it's a welcoming, encouraging space where familiar faces make a big difference.

Student Maya Hadcock of Milton says, "I would tell anyone to go for it-it's awesome here. The staff is so helpful and always willing to give you the best advice. People here will do anything they can to support you."

Her friend, Lilly Batman of Milton, agrees.

"Honestly, it feels like another home. Maya and I went to high school together, and here I know people-I know the faces and the community. It's easier than going to a huge campus where you don't know anyone. Here, you feel connected."

Celebrating Our Centers All Month

Throughout December, LCCC is shining a spotlight on each of its seven Centers, sharing the stories, successes, and people who make them special.

Follow along on all LCCC social media channels to meet more students, learn about our community partnerships, and explore how each Center is helping students Go Here, Graduate Here, and Work Here.