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Immaculata Celebrates 101st Commencement with Two Trailblazing Alumnae Serving as Speakers
Immaculata University celebrates its 101st Commencement on Sunday, May 18, with two ceremonies honoring the 566 graduates from the Class of 2025. Among them, 68 students attained doctoral degrees, 174 obtained master’s degrees, 315 completed bachelor’s degrees, and nine earned associate’s degrees. Immaculata alumna Theresa Major Payton ’89 will deliver the keynote address at the…
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Ursinus Students Set Sail with Aqua PA’s Floating Classroom at Green Lane Reservoir
Education met environmental science on the waters of Montgomery County last week as Ursinus College students boarded a unique vessel: the Floating Classroom, a solar-powered pontoon boat docked at Aqua Pennsylvania’s Green Lane Reservoir. This hands-on learning experience is part of a broader partnership between Aqua PA and the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy — an alliance…
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10th Annual Thy Geekdom Con Taking Place at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center This May
Celebrate 10 years of anime and gaming at Thy Geekdom Con this May! For only $50 for all three days, plus free parking, check out this special pop-culture convention from May 23-25 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Enjoy meeting well-renowned Anime Voice Actors such as Greg Chun (English Voice Actor for Gi-hun in Squid Games…
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MCCC Mustangs eSports Team Wins Fourth National Championship
The two previous times the Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) Mustangs eSports Marvel Rivals team squared off against the Tigers from Marshalltown Community College, the team came up short. Yet, like the old saying goes, the third time is the charm. Or in this case, the championship. The Mustangs won their fourth National Junior College Athletics Association…
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Manor College Debuts Women’s Flag Football, Men’s Volleyball for 2025-26 Academic Year
Manor College will debut Women’s Flag Football and Men’s Volleyball forthe 2025-26 school year, the institution announced. Both sports are expected to play their first home games on campus in 2026. “I am excited to launch these new sports here at Manor College,” said John Dempster, Manor College Athletic Director. “Women’s Flag Football, in particular,…
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Final Call: Don’t Miss the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit on May 7
Time is running out to join changemakers at the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit, hosted by the FirstBank Charitable Foundation on Wednesday, May 7, from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM at the Chester County History Center in West Chester. This free, full-day event is more than just a conference; it’s a vital opportunity for donors, businesses,…
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Aqua Pa. Enhances Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure, Replaces 16,065 Ft. of Aging Water Mains
Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 16,065 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The aged cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains composed of nearly 90 percent recycled materials, providing more reliable service for decades to come. These investments are part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old water…
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Lori Shapiro, Sen. Carolyn Comitta, and Acting Secretary for the PA Dept. of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe Visit WCU
Pennsylvania’s First Lady, Lori Shapiro, Senator Carolyn Comitta ’74, and Acting Secretary for the PA Department of Education, Dr. Carrie Rowe, recently visited West Chester University (WCU) to have an in-depth discussion with students about the many ways that WCU prioritizes students’ basic needs in and out of the classroom. Serving up success to its…
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Major Water Infrastructure Upgrade Enters Final Phase in Chester and Lancaster Counties
A more than decade-long Pennsylvania American Water project to replace 21 miles of water main stretching from Caln Township, Chester County, to Quarryville, Lancaster County, recently entered a new phase, bringing it one step closer to completion. The company announced that planned slip lining, a technique where a new, smaller diameter pipe is inserted into an existing…
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More than 3,100 Will Graduate at WCU’s Spring Commencement Ceremonies
West Chester University has organized 16 separate commencement ceremonies to accommodate 3,176* spring graduates and their guests. The campus ceremonies take place between Friday, May 9, and Sunday, May 11, in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall in Philips Memorial Building and Hollinger Field House. View the Commencement schedule, location details, and parking info here. There…
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West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents ‘Hansel & Gretel’ May 3-4
West Chester University’s (WCU) Wells School of Music (WSOM) and the West Chester University Opera Theatre present Hansel & Gretel by Englebert Humperdinck on Saturday, May 3, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, May 4, at 3:00 PM, in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. Tickets are…
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WCU’s Wells School of Music Presents the Eighth Annual Concert on the Quad on Thursday, May 1
Pack some snacks and bring your lawn chairs! West Chester University’s Wells School of Music presents the eighth annual Concert on the Quad on Thursday, May 1, from 4:30-6:30 PM. Four ensembles will perform free for all students, staff, faculty, and the general public. The concert is free and will be played on the Quad,…
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WCU Alumnus Jake Henry Wins First Place at Salisbury University’s Prestigious Shore Hatchery Competition
West Chester University (WCU) alumnus Jake Henry won first place and a $35,000 prize at the Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation Shore Hatchery Program competition, hosted by Salisbury University’s Perdue School of Business, in Salisbury, Md. Henry, who graduated in 2023, impressed judges with his wearable device designed to treat musculoskeletal pain without…
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Montgomery County Community College Students Receive Statewide All-PA Academic Team Honor
April was Community College Month, and four Montgomery County Community College students received statewide honors for their performance in and out of the classroom recently. Psychology major Colin Hogan, Liberal Studies major Julie Kerwood, Business Administration major Emilio Siguenza, and Computer Science major Massimiliano Simon were named to the All-Pennsylvania Academic Team. The team is…
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Valley Forge & Montgomery County Honored in 2025 Best of Luxury Travel Awards
Valley Forge and Montgomery County have been recognized by Philadelphia Style Magazine as a 2025 Best of Luxury Travel award winner in the prestigious Best Sports Destination category. This honor highlights the exceptional work of the Valley Forge Sports team, whose dedication continues to elevate the region as a premier destination for athletes and sports…
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WCU’s Inaugural Life Science Innovation Class Wins Big at Wistar Institute’s Shark Tank Event
In its first-ever run, West Chester University’s (WCU) new experiential course, MKT440-01 Life Science Innovation, has won two top awards at the prestigious Wistar Institute’s Life Science Innovation Shark Tank competition. Leading the way was the BioXvessel team, composed of WCU junior Biomedical Engineering majors Tasila Mkwayaya, Davi Saleet, and Sophia Nguyen, who are also…
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Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum Marks 100 Years of Living History
Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum, renowned for its dedication to preserving Pennsylvania German culture, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with a series of special events, new offerings, and a renewed focus on this significant historical site. Located at 2451 Kissel Hill Road in Lancaster, the museum invites visitors to step back in…
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WCU Students Take Top Honors in WCU Business Idea Challenge, Present at Wistar Institute
A team of three Biomedical Engineering undergraduates from West Chester University (WCU) has taken first place in the undergraduate track of the 13th Annual WCU Business Idea Competition, and their journey doesn’t stop there. The trio presented their Wednesday, Apr. 23, at the Life Science Innovation (LSI) Shark Tank Event hosted by the Wistar Institute,…
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