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Presidential Election Poll Conducted by WCU Indicates Students Have Enthusiastic Voting Intentions
Pennsylvania college voter turnout for the 2024 U.S. presidential election is predicted to be historic in one of the most highly contested battleground states, and students’ votes could help define the outcome of one of the most contentious elections ever. West Chester University Assistant Professor of Statistics Laura Pyott and the statistics students in her…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for the following positions: Part-Time Workforce Development Information Technology Specialist and Part-Time Resource Coach. Part-Time Workforce Development Information Technology Specialist The Part-time Workforce Development Information Technology Specialist is a grant-funded position. The Specialist will work with the Director of Workforce Development for Information Technology in helping to grow the…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Getting the Lead Out in West Chester, Across Commonwealth
Aqua Pennsylvania President Marc Lucca joined leaders from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and federal and local officials to highlight the importance of identifying and replacing lead and galvanized service lines in Pennsylvania. Officials gathered in West Chester to celebrate over $4 million being invested by Aqua throughout parts of Chester County. The loan,…
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Spoofing: Funny Word, Serious Problem
In light of October being National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Penn Community Bank is taking action to share some important cyber safety tips and how to protect yourself from falling victim to scammers. In particular, one prevalent form of scamming is spoofing. And while you may have heard of phishing and smishing, this newer type of…
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Blue Bell Rotary Club Partners with MCCC and Whitpain Township for 5K of the Burbs & Wellness Fest on Nov. 2
Blue Bell Rotary Club, in partnership with Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) and Whitpain Township Parks & Recreation, will host the 5K of the Burbs & Wellness Fest on Saturday, Nov. 2. Held at MCCC’s Health Sciences Center (340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell), this family-friendly event promises activities for all ages, whether you’re a seasoned…
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Pennsylvania American Water Secures Two PENNVEST Loans and a Grant for Water and Wastewater Upgrades
The Shapiro administration recently revelaed that Pennsylvania American Water was awarded $7.9 million in low-interest financing from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), for two infrastructure improvement projects, including the replacement of lead service lines in the City of Pittsburgh and wastewater collection system repairs in Exeter, Berks County. “At Pennsylvania American Water, we strive to provide our customers with high-quality,…
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Chandan Shivalingaiah’s Inspiring Journey in Software Engineering at Penn State Great Valley
When you meet Chandan Shivalingaiah, you can’t help but notice his drive to improve his skills in software engineering and to use them to improve the world. “The thing about software engineering that excites me is that, using just one simple software, you can reach millions of people,” he said. “By exchanging information with a…
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Penn State Abington Faculty’s New Textbook Guides Human Services Majors Through Internships
A new textbook written by three Penn State Abington faculty will be used by human services students at Abington and at other Penn State campuses to guide them through the internship and career development and exploration processes. Rehabilitation and human services faculty Abigail Akande, Stacey Conway, and Michael Lavetsky wrote Experiential Learning and Internship for Undergraduates: A Workbook for Undergraduate Interns in the Human Services…
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Penn Community Bank Deepens Partnership with Leading Montgomery County Nonprofit
Penn Community Bank has deepened its relationship with Keystone Opportunity Center with the addition of Kelly Boyle, Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility & Government Affairs at Penn Community Bank, to the organization’s board of directors. In 2024, the Bank has contributed $11,000 in funding and dozens of volunteer hours to support the organization’s critical food…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Fall Concert Featuring the Music of Brahms
On Saturday, Nov. 2, the Immaculata Symphony will perform their fall concert, “A Brahms Compilation,” beginning at 7:30 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 fall concert opens with the famous snare drum rolls of “The…
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Two WCU Biologists Recognized in New Online Directory Recognizing Hispanic and Latinx Scientists
Dr. Oné R. Pagán and Dr. Manuela Ramalho, both West Chester University (WCU) Biology Faculty, have been named to the Atlas of Inspiring Hispanic/Latinx Scientists, a grassroots effort developed to showcase the expertise, talents, and diversity of Hispanic and Latinx scientific faculty in the United States. The atlas was created as a space to build community and…
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Service Learning Equals Meaningful Skills for Salus at Drexel University Optometry Students
As a volunteer for The Eye Institute of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO) and Vision to Learn pediatric event, Gilda “Gigi” Florentino Aponte ’26OD was happy to learn it turned out to be an extremely valuable experience in her optometric training. “It helped me build my confidence while working with the pediatric population,” she said. “It really helped sharpen some…
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MCCC and Thomas Jefferson University’s Jefferson School of Business Establish New Partnership
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) and Thomas Jefferson University’s School of Business have formed a partnership that will open up another seamless, convenient pathway for MCCC students to continue their education. Through this enrollment partnership agreement, MCCC students who earn their Business Administration associate degrees can transfer directly into the Jefferson’s School of Business, with…
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West Chester University Presents The Silhouettes Nov. 2
The Silhouettes, known as America’s premiere shadow dance company and made famous as finalists on NBC’s America’s Got Talent (AGT), will perform at West Chester University (WCU) on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 7:00 PM. Tickets are now on sale to the public online or by calling 610.436.2266. The performance takes place in the Emilie K.…
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Penn State Abington Mentoring Program Aims To Stem First-Year Teacher Attrition
Research out of Penn State’s Center for Evaluation and Education Policy Analysis found that the highest attrition rates among teachers in the Philadelphia region were for those with the least amount of experience. Retaining early career teachers is an important strategy in improving teacher effectiveness and ultimately student outcomes, so Penn State Abington faculty created the Teacher Education Mentoring Program (TEMP)…
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MCCC To Host ‘Louder than Words: David Wiesner’s Art of Visual Storytelling’ Exhibit from Oct. 22-Nov. 16
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) will present “Louder Than Words: David Wiesner’s Art of Visual Storytelling,” an exhibit highlighting the extraordinary work of three-time Caldecott Medalist, David Wiesner. The exhibit will feature the author/illustrator’s sketches, dummy books, storyboards, and paintings from five of his projects, including Flotsam (2006), Art & Max (2010), Mr. Wuffles! (2013),…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Cut Ribbon on Philadelphia Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and regional developers Tuesday, Oct. 15 to celebrate 39 new affordable homes as part of the public-private Turn the Key (TTK) affordable luxury homebuilding initiative. “Penn Community Bank is proud to be a key partner in the Turn the Key initiative, which…
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Join Meri the Book Fairy for Meridian Bank’s Young Savers Reading Initiative
Meridian Bank’s West Chester branch invites children to join Meri the Book Fairy for its Young Savers Reading Initiative. At the branch’s newly installed Readers Corner, children can peruse the book selection and even earn a $20 prize just by spending some time reading. Meri, the Meridian Bank book fairy, loves reading and believes books…
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