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Northampton Playground in Bucks County Expands to Include Everyone
It’s been nearly a year since a grand re-opening of a municipal park-inclusive playground in Northampton Township, Bucks County, and community leaders are looking back at the park’s impact. The grand re-opening of the Miracle League Municipal Park Inclusive Playground took place in September 2022. The event was a milestone for a cherished community gathering…
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TLC: Improved Mental Health With SUDS: A Simple Practice to Measure and Reduce Stress
Stress is an unavoidable, completely normal part of life. However, when we’re unaware of how much distress we’re experiencing, or deny that stress is affecting our perceptions and responses, the cumulative impact of it can lead to anxiety issues and physical health problems. In fact, according to the American Psychological Association, people under stress —…
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It’s Designer Bag Bingo at the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Play designer bag Bingo with the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media for a chance to win an amazing designer handbag from the likes of Michael Kors, Kate Spade, Coach, and Dooney & Bourke. This fundraising event takes place Sunday, June 4, at the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology, 800 Manchester Ave. in Media. Doors open…
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Valley Forge Military College Graduates the 86th Class of Cadets
Valley Forge Military College, the Military College of Pennsylvania, has graduated its 86th class of Cadets. Thirty-six Cadets received Associate’s degrees and will matriculate to other colleges and universities to complete their Bachelor’s degrees. Cadet Elijah Kornbau, the salutatorian, earned the distinction of ranking second academically in his class. Graduating with an Associate of Arts…
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Neumann President Emeritus Dr. Rosalie Mirenda Remembered
Neumann University’s President Emeritus Dr. Rosalie Mirenda, who served students at the university for more than four decades, has died. She was 85. The announcement was made by Neumann University President Dr. Chris Domes Monday. “Rosalie served students with passion and committed herself to living the mission and values of Neumann University for over four…
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Camden Social Justice Hero Counsels Neumann’s Graduates
A self-described “free spirit” and “rule breaker,” Kristin Prinn urged Neumann University’s graduates not to stress about the future in her May 13 commencement address. “Your way will find you,” she said. “Look for opportunity, and remain open, brave, and willing to take risks. Get comfortable being uncomfortable. And above all else, lead with love.”…
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Freedom Village Has 2 ‘Get Acquainted’ Events Coming Up
Freedom Village at Brandywine in Chester County invites you to an information session, “Understanding Life Care” on Tuesday, May 23, starting at 11 AM, at the Brickside Grill, 540 Wellington Square in Exton. Freedom Village at Brandywine is a Life Plan Community in West Brandywine that has served seniors for more than 25 years. It…
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Flying Out of PHL This Summer? Expect Bigger Crowds
The Philadelphia International Airport is projecting a 12 percent increase in summer travel passengers, with more than 4 million expected to leave from the airport from June through August, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The airport is estimating an even split of passengers over the three months, with 1.31 million departing in June,…
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Neumann University Launches Certificate in Forensic Accounting
Neumann University in Aston has launched an online graduate certificate in accounting, designed to teach the key principles of forensic accounting and fraud detection. Neumann’s 12-credit program can be completed in one year. Forensic accounting provides training in recognizing occupational fraud, white-collar crime, and financial statement misrepresentation. It prepares students to identify and investigate insurance…
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Valley Forge Military College Hosts National Security Symposium
The first Annual National Security Symposium at Valley Forge Military College’s H.R. McMaster Center for Security Studies brought together category experts to discuss U.S. national security issues — as well as security in homeland emergencies, and foreign affairs Lt. General Michael Plehn, president of the National Defense University, provided the keynote address for the National Security Symposium. “As the…
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Neumann University Wins National Recycling Contest
In a competition sponsored by the National Wildlife Federation, Neumann University placed first in the country in the Campus Race to Zero Waste small campus division for per capita recycling. The university’s eco-friendly system logged 39.6 pounds of recycled material for every student, professor, and staff member on campus. This total also earned second place…
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Freedom Village Residents Thespians Perform Musical Western
The resident actors at Village Players at Freedom Village at Brandywine showcased thier theatrical talents April 14 and 15 when they premiered their third musical, Way Out West in a Dress. “Village Players is a fantastic opportunity for residents looking to get involved in our community and for other residents to enjoy the results of…
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Learn More About How P.I.T. Can Help Grow Your Career
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media is hosting several information sessions in May and June highlighting its programs and how you can enroll as a student in time for its upcoming summer term that starts July 10. During the sessions, you can gather program-specific details about the admission process, courses required, outcomes beyond graduation,…
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Watching Playgrounds Evolve at Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Montessori Academy of Lancaster is a unique school nestled in the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside of Manheim Township. The school takes a holistic approach to student learning, encouraging student-tended gardens and offering nature trails and a taste of farm life. It also values the use of play to build relationships. The school built its first playground,…
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TLC: Spring Cleaning for the Mind–The Empowering Effects of Decluttering
A clear and open space makes room for a clear and open mind. According to Dr. Emma Gray, a clinical psychologist, “Clutter can cause anxiety, depression, and even physical pain. Decluttering can improve the functioning of our brains and help us feel more in control of our lives.” Especially today, where we’re flooded with requests…
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Villanova Buys Conshohocken Site for $11.5M to Build Boathouse
Villanova University has acquired a 9.8-acre of Conshohocken land with plans to build a new boathouse along the Schuylkill River, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The land had been proposed as the site for a 270-unit apartment project. Villanova paid $11.5 million for the property at 601 Washington St. last month. The “best…
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Diversity Walk Dedication Looks at West Chester University Effort to Unite Us
Against the backdrop of a nation tearing itself apart with racial, political, and economic divides, a diverse committee of 52 has formed out of a community dialogue initiated by former state Sen. Andrew Dinniman. The Senator, who provided inclusive teaching for more than 30 years as a West Chester University professor, was honored at a…
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Titanic Survivor was Namesake of Chester’s Widener University
The sinking of the RMS Titanic 111 years ago on April 15, 1912, left its mark on the ultra-wealthy Widener family here in Philadelphia that still resonates today, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for Billy Penn. Among the 1,500-plus Titanic dead were George Widener and his son Harry. His wife, Eleanor Elkins Widener, survived. George and Eleanor…
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