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Gwynedd Mercy University’s Commencement Weekend Celebrates the Class of 2023
Gwynedd Mercy University’s graduate and undergraduate Class of 2023 was celebrated at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks over the weekend. On Friday, May 12 Gwynedd Mercy hosted the annual Baccalaureate Mass to kick-start commencement weekend and bless the current graduating class. The Distinctive Mercy Graduates were deeply touched by Graduate student speaker Roberta…
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Manor College Grad Shifts Disappointment in Layoff to College Degree
Working in the accounts payable department of a large furniture warehouse, Thomasine Woods started to see the writing on the wall. Vendors were calling asking about unpaid checks and she had to respond about them. Even still, when the Philadelphia-based company shut its doors in 2012, Woods admits she was caught off guard. “It’s a…
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Five Tips for Gen Z on Salary Negotiation
When you’re entering the job market, negotiating your salary can be intimidating, especially for Gen Z-ers. Here are tips from Shapiro Negotiations Institute’s Andres Lares on salary negotiation: Prepare Your Script It’s always wise to prepare what you’re going to say ahead of time. Lares suggests to prepare for how to approach the topic…
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MONTCO Careers—Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College is seeking a qualified individual for the Part-Time Catering and Special Events coordinator position. This creative person should understand basic food knowledge and flavor combinations. This role works with professional staff, faculty, and students. This position may involve travel between campuses. It requires morning, evening, and weekend availability. The new hire…
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City Avenue District to Get Major Revamp, Here’s What to Expect
The bustling City Avenue off I-76 is seeing an uptick in new developments and is on the way to establishing its identity as a walkable district. There are 1,700 planned residential units along the avenue, along with retail and public space, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The revamping of City Avenue…
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Manor College Celebrates Annual Commencement Ceremony
Nearly 100 Manor College students received their diplomas on May 11. Speaker Monica Maury told the crowd of Manor College graduates, their families and institution facultythat the idea of even registering for college terrified her more than delivering one of the day’s Commencement speeches did. She challenged her fellow students to be resilient, to not…
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Norristown Justice Center Makes Progress in Second Phase
The construction for Norristown’s Justice Center project is making progress in its second phase. On Wednesday, Montgomery County officials gathered at the site for a “topping off” ceremony. The second phase of the $415-million project involves the building of the new facility. The New Justice Center is set to be six stories with new courtrooms…
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Want to Work From Home? Here’s Qualities in a Remote Worker Employers Look For
Remote jobs are in high demand; however, they aren’t for everyone. Companies look for specific qualities in remote employees. Here’s the qualities in a remote worker employers look for, according to FlexJobs. Personality An ideal remote worker would possess assertiveness, independence and a “can-do” attitude, writes Jessica Howington. They should also be organized,…
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Four High-Income Side Gigs That Pay More Than Your 9–5
If you’re in need of an income boost, but don’t want to give up your full-time job, look no further. Here are side gigs that can help you make more money than your 9–5, according to GoBankingRates.com. Lawn Care Professional Average Salary: $55/Hour This work might be physically laborious, but spending time outside…
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How a Wyndmoor BYOB Pub Took the Thrifty Route to Become a Brewery
A Wyndmoor BYOB restaurant has officially earned its status as a brewery. When Eric Connor opened Yankee Chipper in 2021, obtaining a license was not front-of-mind. Connor and his cousin, Shana Cox, were more concerned with establishing a good rapport with the community, according to Jenn Ladd in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The establishment was…
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Nearby Mount Airy Seventh Grader Sharpens Knives to Fund Woodworking Passion
A nearby Mount Airy seventh grader is a savant who’s zipped through almost every book in the Montgomery County library system. Homeschooled 12-year-old Mozi Weingrod has a lot of impressive talents, one of which is his knife-sharpening business. Weingrod’s real passion, however, is woodworking. At just ten years old, he built himself a kayak,…
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Cabrini University’s Sam Sturkey Unites Student-Athletes for 2nd Annual Wheelchair Basketball Game
The first time Sam Sturkey rolled her wheelchair onto a basketball court, she was only five years old. Within an hour, young Sam was certain wheelchair basketball was not for her. A year later, with all the wisdom of age six and a newly fitted wheelchair, Sturkey gave basketball another shot. This time, she found…
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Penn State Great Valley Donors and Students Celebrate Scholarship Philanthropy
Forty donors and students of Penn State Great Valley gathered to celebrate at a scholarship brunch last month. For the past three semesters, 21 donor-funded scholarships were awarded to 50 students, with funds totaling over $181,000. Joseph Henry, a 2022 Fundraising Volunteer of the Year, was one of the donors in attendance. In 2018, he and…
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How to Communicate Effectively in the Workplace
Communication is a two-way street, especially in the workplace. Effective communication, according to Forbes contributor Christiana Jolaoso, is a clear message where both the sender and recipient are satisfied. Here’s how to increase effective communication at work. Communicate the Right Wa Jolaoso advises employees to ask the following questions: Make sure that you’re delivering the…
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Mother Compost, Small Environmental Business in Narberth, Works to Help Mother Nature
A Wynnewood entrepreneur and mom of three is planning to expand her business while reducing her carbon footprint. Gwenn Nolan founded Mother Compost in 2018, after a career in investing. The Narberth-based business collects food waste around the region for a small monthly fee of $20 to $28. The waste then goes to Linvilla…
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Finance Students Gain Valuable Insight at Great Valley Residency Week
Twelve students from six states came together at Penn State Great Valley for a one-week residency for the campus’ online master of finance program. The program was offered through Penn State World Campus from March 29 to April 3. Valuable Opportunity “The residency was not only beneficial for students to learn modeling skills, but also…
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How to Break Out of a Toxic Workplace Cycle
Do you find yourself constantly caught in the cycle of a toxic workplace? There are ways to break free from that environment, writes David M. M. Taffet for FastCompany, and it involves looking inward. This could be due to childhood experiences and how our external environments have shaped us. If you were raised in…
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Honorary Mayor of Bala Cynwyd, Lower Merion Preservationist Passes Away at 79
Known as Bala Cynwyd‘s honorary mayor, Gerald A. “Jerry” Francis had quite an impact on his community. The 79-year-old preservationist, entrepreneur, library worker, author, husband, and father passed away in March. Francis dedicated his life to his hometown. He was president of the Neighborhood Club of Bala Cynwyd for 35 years. He also served as…
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