The Press Club Goes Back to School with Williamson College of the Trades

Join us for our season kickoff with one of our longtime members, Williamson College of the Trades!

Learn about Williamson’s trade programs, their founder and history, and how the Williamson way of life positively impacts students.

We’ll tour the grounds and shops with student ambassadors and enjoy lunch on campus.

We’ll also introduce the Club’s 2022-2023 Board of Directors.

About Williamson College of the Trades

Founded on December 1, 1888, by Philadelphia merchant and philanthropist Isaiah Vansant Williamson, Williamson College of the Trades is a private men’s junior vocational college in Media.

Each year approximately 100 students are offered admission. Admission is open to all qualifying young men, but special consideration is given to those who come from families of financial need and would otherwise not be able to further their education. Through scholarships and grants, William’s tuition, room, and boarding are at no cost to the student; making the college unique in the nation.

Join us at Williamson College of the Trades on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 from 11:15 a.m. - 1 p.m.

11:15 a.m. – Arrival/networking in Dining Hall

11:30 a.m. – Lunch in Dining Hall 

12:30p.m. – Presentation 

1:00 p.m. – Tours (available for anyone who has the availability)

Reserve your space today! Press Club events are open to the public.

Members: $20 with reservations in advance

Nonmembers: $25 nonmembers and walk-ins

Please see the below instruction and parking information for your visit.

Entering Campus

Upon entering campus you will reach the guard shack and gate (27 on Visitors Map found on Press Club Facebook page). One of their security staff will greet you and ask who are you there to see – please let them know you are there for a meeting with Kira and he/she will direct you to Rowan Hall (Building 1 on Visitors Map). There are signs along the road as well.

Parking and Meeting Location

There will be Parking spots available for you at Alumni Hall (P2 on the map). Once you’ve parked, walk to the building to the front (near the flagpole) and go up the steps to the main entrance and head to reception.  Kira will be waiting near the entrance to lead you to the Dining Hall where you will have lunch then the introduction/Welcome.