• MCCC Graduate Credits Aon Apprenticeship for Fulfilling Career

    MCCC Graduate Credits Aon Apprenticeship for Fulfilling Career

    Two years ago, Andrew Lawlor was at a crossroads about what he wanted to do with his life. “I was working in the trades, painting elevators for the past five years,” said Lawlor. “I was unhappy in my position and decided to change career paths.” Lawlor, 28, of Hatboro, decided to begin taking online courses…

  • The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Christmas Concert Dec. 8

    The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Christmas Concert Dec. 8

    On Sunday, Dec. 8, the Immaculata Symphony will perform their annual Christmas concert, A Classic Christmas, beginning at 3:00 PM in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization, with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the University’s founding in 1920. The Christmas concert features beloved classical melodies, audience sing-alongs, and festive…

  • Penn State Great Valley Students’ Sports Analytics Research Poster Wins Second Place

    Penn State Great Valley Students’ Sports Analytics Research Poster Wins Second Place

    Two graduate students in Penn State Great Valley’s data analytics program, Praneeth Sunkavalli and Jainil Kakka, won second place for their research poster at a recent symposium hosted by the Penn State Institute for Computational and Data Sciences. For their research project, they used machine learning to analyze event data from soccer games to measure the success…

  • 6 Benefits of Using a Certificate of Deposit for Savings

    6 Benefits of Using a Certificate of Deposit for Savings

    Are you still searching for a safe way to grow your savings? A Certificate of Deposit (CD) from a trusted financial institution could be the solution you’ve been looking for. If you’re not a seasoned saver, this term may sound over your head, but we can assure you, it’s not. It’s a popular savings tool…

  • Marine Corps Veteran’s Transition to College Life at Manor

    Marine Corps Veteran’s Transition to College Life at Manor

    During warm summer nights, a small pack of teenagers roamed the backyards of Northeast Philadelphia. They laugh as they hop a fence and jump into a neighbor’s pool. Among the first hopping the chain link fence was a young George McDermott.  Each adventure brought its own thrill. McDermott is the first to say that as…

  • How Boardroom Spirits Grew with the MontcoForward Loan

    How Boardroom Spirits Grew with the MontcoForward Loan

    Sunlight filters through tasting room windows at Boardroom Spirits, nestled in an industrial park in Lansdale. Men are gathered around a few tables in the tasting room enjoying fresh pizza and spirited business discussions. Just beyond the windows, bees and butterflies float through a vibrant native pollinator garden — a lively oasis that brings a…

  • Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire: A Holiday Celebration at Mount Hope Estate & Winery

    Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire: A Holiday Celebration at Mount Hope Estate & Winery

    The holiday season is in full force, and for the second year in a row, the creators of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire are revving up to again bring merriment to all with upcoming Yuletide festivities — featuring themed weekends and special events that offer a unique experience for guests of all ages. Located at Mount…

  • Penn State Great Valley Launches Streamlined 33-Credit MBA

    Penn State Great Valley Launches Streamlined 33-Credit MBA

    Penn State Great Valley is now accepting applications for its new 33-credit MBA. This streamlined program features highly flexible delivery and the opportunity to specialize by earning up to three graduate certificates as part of the program. “This program enables students to not only balance career, life, and studies through flexible schedules and delivery modes but…

  • ‘Mutual Interest’ Magazine: Shifting Gears

    ‘Mutual Interest’ Magazine: Shifting Gears

    In a world where big box stores and national chains increasingly dominate, the success story of Rob’s Automotive & Collision Center stands out as a shining example of what can be achieved through passion, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to customer service. From its humble beginnings operating out of a home garage, Rob Leipziger’s…

  • ‘Roaring in Secret’: A Historic WCU Anthropology Exhibition on 1920s Heritage

    ‘Roaring in Secret’: A Historic WCU Anthropology Exhibition on 1920s Heritage

    On Friday, Nov.15, from 6-8:00 PM, the West Chester University Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology opens its newest and boldest exhibition to date: Roaring in Secret: Subversion and Change in the 1920s. This exhibition, which will run through 2025, is designed as an interactive time capsule, offering visitors an immersive look into the cultural heritage of the…

  • Harcum Men’s Soccer Clinches NJCAA East District Title

    Harcum Men’s Soccer Clinches NJCAA East District Title

    In a thrilling showdown for the NJCAA East District Final, the Harcum College Men’s Soccer Team emerged victorious against the Harford Community College Owls, securing a three-to-one win and a spot in the NJCAA National Tournament. The match showcased the Bears’ determination and skill as they claimed the NJCAA East District Champions title. The game…

  • Immaculata University Will Host Christmas Meet-and-Greet for Prospective Students Dec. 5

    Immaculata University Will Host Christmas Meet-and-Greet for Prospective Students Dec. 5

    Immaculata University is hosting a Christmas meet-and-greet for prospective undergraduate students — high school seniors and college transfer students — and their families on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6-8:00 PM in Villa Maria Hall on the University’s campus in Malvern. Guests, current students, and prospective students are invited to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit with Immaculata’s Christmas…

  • MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College

    Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for the following positions: Building Maintenance Supervisor, Dean of Students, Student Services Assistant, Part-Time Temporary Grants Administrator and Coordinator, and Part-Time Reference Librarian. Building Maintenance Supervisor The Building Maintenance Supervisor of the Facilities Management Department is structured to maintain the building assets of the College and to keep the…

  • Feeding Growth: How the MontcoForward Loan Program Propelled Saint Rocco’s Treats to New Heights

    Feeding Growth: How the MontcoForward Loan Program Propelled Saint Rocco’s Treats to New Heights

    In 2020, most of the world had to put its plans and dreams on hold. But brothers Kolby and Kaleb Rush, who both lost their summer internships and returned home due to COVID-19, decided it was time to flex their entrepreneurial muscles while making a positive change in the dog food and treat industry. In…

  • Commercial Loan Credit Process: A Guide for Businesses

    Commercial Loan Credit Process: A Guide for Businesses

    Securing financing is a crucial step for many businesses, whether they’re looking to expand, invest in new equipment, or cover operational expenses. Commercial loans from banks are a popular option, but the process can be complex and intimidating. In this blog, we’ll demystify the credit process, giving you a clear understanding of what to expect…

  • West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents the Regional Premiere of ‘Alice Tierney’

    West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents the Regional Premiere of ‘Alice Tierney’

    Opera students in West Chester University’s (WCU) Wells School of Music (WSOM) are working overtime to bring a new opera to life. Composed by WCU Alumna and Emerging Composer Melissa Dunphy ’09, Alice Tierney will make its regional premiere at West Chester University on Nov. 15 and 16 in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall,…

  • MCCC Challenger Learning Center Launches New ‘Earth Odyssey’ Mission

    MCCC Challenger Learning Center Launches New ‘Earth Odyssey’ Mission

    An out-of-this-world mission is being prepped for launch at Montgomery County Community College’s Challenger Learning Center at Montco Pottstown. Liftoff is scheduled for early 2025.  In the “Earth Odyssey” mission, set to debut in January at the space-themed simulation facility located at 140 College Dr., Pottstown, a satellite collecting data about climate change starts to malfunction. Students…