• Explore Your Future at Harcum College’s Spring Open House

    Explore Your Future at Harcum College’s Spring Open House

    Discover the exciting opportunities that await at Harcum College’s Spring Open House on Saturday, Apr. 5 in Klein Hall. Whether you’re a prospective student or a parent, this event is the perfect way to explore our campus, connect with faculty and staff, and learn more about the programs that can shape your future. Spring Open…

  • Mydera Taliah Robinson Appointed as Executive Director of Theatre Horizon

    Mydera Taliah Robinson Appointed as Executive Director of Theatre Horizon

    Theatre Horizon’s Board of Directors has appointed long-time Theatre Horizon employee Mydera Taliah Robinson as Executive Director. In her new role at the professional theater company in Norristown, Robinson will develop initiatives that elevate local artists, expand access to arts education, and deepen community engagement through self-expression, storytelling, and performance. “As a Norristown native, Mydera’s journey with Theatre Horizon is…

  • Montgomery County Commerce Department to Host Business Roundtable on Talent Retention on Apr. 2

    Montgomery County Commerce Department to Host Business Roundtable on Talent Retention on Apr. 2

    The Montgomery County Commerce Department is set to host an exclusive Business Roundtable focusing on the pressing issue of retaining and attracting talent in today’s competitive workforce landscape. Hosted on Apr. 2 from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM at the Community Partners Center (2506 N. Broad Street, Colmar), this event will bring together local business leaders for…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for a Nursing Simulation Lab Manager. Nursing Simulation Lab Manager This position assists the Director of Nursing in the leadership and management of the Nursing Simulation Skills Suite (NSSS). The Nursing Simulation Lab Manager has primary responsibilities in the areas of the nursing admissions processes, clinical agency clearances, and…

  • WCU Welcomes ‘Good Morning America’s’ Robin Roberts as Part of President’s Speaker Series

    WCU Welcomes ‘Good Morning America’s’ Robin Roberts as Part of President’s Speaker Series

    West Chester University (WCU) will welcome famed Journalist and Co-Host of ABC’s Good Morning America Robin Roberts on Friday, Apr. 4, at 7:00 PM. Roberts will speak as part of the University’s President’s Speaker Series in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. Tickets are $20-$55 and are on…

  • Immaculata University Hosts Annual Fashion Show Apr. 5

    Immaculata University Hosts Annual Fashion Show Apr. 5

    Immaculata University’s Fashion Merchandising program is hosting the annual IU Fashion Show on Saturday, Apr. 5, from 6-8:00 PM in Immaculata’s Great Hall. This event highlights the creativity and talent of IU fashion merchandising students and showcases the professional work of local designers. It is also a collaboration with IU’s Career Clothing Closet, which offers…

  • More than Magma: Dr. Terry Plank Delivers WCU’s Second Annual Mather Scholar Lecture

    More than Magma: Dr. Terry Plank Delivers WCU’s Second Annual Mather Scholar Lecture

    Volcanoes are responsible for building more than 80 percent of the Earth’s surface, and a subject of fascination and research for Dr. Terry Plank, who has studied them in Alaska, Italy, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Iceland, and at sea. She will deliver West Chester University’s Second Annual Mather Scholar Lecture on Wednesday, Mar. 26, at 6:00…

  • Ingenuity and Savvy: WCU Celebrates William Chester Ruth, African American Inventor and Businessman

    Ingenuity and Savvy: WCU Celebrates William Chester Ruth, African American Inventor and Businessman

    On Tuesday, Mar. 25, West Chester University will honor the achievements and history of William Chester Ruth (1882-1971), an African American Inventor, Entrepreneur, and Minister from Chester County who built and sold his patented farm equipment and other machinery throughout the United States. Some of Ruth’s descendants will be on hand for the occasion, which…

  • WCU’s Online RN to BSN Program Is No. 1 at Registered Nursing.org

    WCU’s Online RN to BSN Program Is No. 1 at Registered Nursing.org

    RegisteredNursing.org has recognized West Chester University’s (WCU) online RN to BSN program as the No. 1 program in Pennsylvania for 2025. The website’s rankings evaluate nursing programs based on key factors, including academic support, licensure preparation, and career advancement opportunities. “We are incredibly proud to be ranked number one for our RN-BSN program,” said Dr. Nancy Barker, Associate…

  • MCCC Hosts Kayla Ackelson’s Exhibit ‘Meditations’

    MCCC Hosts Kayla Ackelson’s Exhibit ‘Meditations’

    Experience the meditative and immersive artwork of Kayla Ackelson as Meditations, her latest solo exhibition, opens at Montgomery County Community College’s (MCCC) North Hall Art Gallery of the Montco Cultural Center located at 16 East High Street in Pottstown. The exhibit opens Friday, Mar. 21, with an artist’s reception from 6-8:00 PM. Both the reception and…

  • Fix-A-Leak Week: Aqua Shares Tips to Save Water and Money

    Fix-A-Leak Week: Aqua Shares Tips to Save Water and Money

    This week is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Fix-A-Leak Week (Mar. 17-23), and Aqua joins the EPA to remind homeowners of the significant environmental and financial impacts of leaky pipes. The EPA estimates that minor water leaks account for nearly one trillion gallons of wasted water nationwide each year, with ten percent of Americans experiencing leaks…

  • Paradise Station: A Timeless Escape Where 55 Years of History and Hospitality Meet

    Paradise Station: A Timeless Escape Where 55 Years of History and Hospitality Meet

    You’re looking for the ultimate experience: Maybe you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the real world, maybe you want to release your inner child, or maybe you want to do all of these things … all while entertaining your family! Lucky for you, all of this (and more) is possible at Lancaster…

  • Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest $200,000 in Local Communities in Q1

    Penn Community Bank and Foundation Invest $200,000 in Local Communities in Q1

    Penn Community Bank continues its long-standing commitment to community investment. From January to March 2025, the bank and its charitable arm, the Penn Community Bank Foundation, have invested nearly $200,000 in grants to 32 nonprofit and community organizations. These funds, coupled with nearly 500 hours of team member volunteerism, are expected to impact tens of thousands of residents…

  • West Chester University Students Gain Global Perspective on Study Abroad Trip to Europe

    West Chester University Students Gain Global Perspective on Study Abroad Trip to Europe

    Fifteen students from West Chester University (WCU) recently returned from an intensive nine-day study abroad program in Europe, where they explored transatlantic relations, engaged with European peers, and gained firsthand experience in international institutions. Led by WCU Political Science Professor Dr. Peter Loedel and WCU Adjunct Professor Dr. Travis Blemings, the trip took students to…

  • Who Is Josh Weikert?

    Who Is Josh Weikert?

    For the first time in Immaculata University history, a faculty member will compete on Jeopardy! Joshua Weikert, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Civic Engagement, will appear as a contestant on the popular game show on Mar. 21 at 7:00 PM. The show airs locally on 6abc (WPVI-TV). Ahead of the broadcast,…

  • West Chester University Welcomes State Rep. Chris Pielli as Legislative Fellow

    West Chester University Welcomes State Rep. Chris Pielli as Legislative Fellow

    West Chester University’s (WCU) Department of Political Science welcomes State Representative Chris Pielli, who is currently serving as the University’s Legislative Fellow. The role will run for two years beginning with the 2025 spring semester. Pielli, currently in his second term representing the 156th legislative district, is working closely with WCU faculty and students to…

  • EPAC 2024-2025 All-Conference Basketball Teams Feature Harcum College Standouts

    EPAC 2024-2025 All-Conference Basketball Teams Feature Harcum College Standouts

    The Eastern Pennsylvania Athletic Conference (EPAC) announced the Division I and Division II All-Conference Teams for the 2024-2025 basketball season. Amber Bullard from Philadelphia, a sophomore on the Women’s Basketball Team, leads the country in field goal percentage (67.1). She was a force averaging 14.8 points per game and helping her team end the season…

  • CCEDC Partners with Penn State for LionCage 2025: A Year-Long Celebration of Innovation

    CCEDC Partners with Penn State for LionCage 2025: A Year-Long Celebration of Innovation

    The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) will support a second year of LionCage, an exciting pitch competition powered by Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n). This premier event showcases top entrepreneurs and startups from across southeastern Pennsylvania, offering them a platform to compete for funding, build connections, and gain…