03/19/2026 03:32:01 PM“BC3 is probably one of the best decisions I have made for my career and life,” Mahoningtown student saysGeoffrey Bokor, 23, transferred to BC3 @ Lawrence when it debuted in August and after attending a regional public university, and Madison Ritter, 24, enrolled after working as a cosmetologist and as a child care provider. “I feel it’s a great decision,” said Bokor, of Ellwood City. “I know I kind of did the order a little backwards. A lot of people go to BC3 and then to a bigger institution.” Students attend a research writing class at BC3 @ Lawrence in Shenango Township with Jolene Stieb, an assistant professor, on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. From left, Stieb; Carter May, general studies, and Luciano DeLillo, criminology, both of New Castle; Brianna Edwards, general studies, of Hillsville; and Christopher Decker, business administration, of New Wilmington. Prospective students can apply free to BC3 @ Lawrence during its Pioneer Night from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. March 25.BC3 @ LawrencePioneer Night