Education
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Fall Concert
On Saturday, Nov. 8, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its fall concert, “Transformations,” beginning at 7:00 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. Works originally composed for piano are transformed in these full orchestral arrangements,…
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Local Libraries Offer Free Access to More Than 30 Museums
Montgomery County’s public library system gives residents on a budget the opportunity to visit more than 30 Pennsylvania museums at no cost, writes Lily Henderson for the Main Line Today. Free museum passes are not a new concept. According to Eileen Hallstrom, director of development at Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library, “they’ve been popular for years”…
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CFS Appoints Herb Scott as Director of Enrollment Management; Admissions Open House Set for Nov. 1
Church Farm School has appointed Herb Scott as its new Director of Enrollment Management. With more than 20 years of educational leadership experience, Scott brings deep expertise in enrollment strategy and institutional advancement. Most recently serving as Director of Upper School Admissions and Associate Director of Financial Aid at McDonogh School in Maryland, he previously…
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West Chester University Presents Fourth Annual Dance for HER Benefit Concert in Support of Unite for HER
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the West Chester University (WCU) Department of Theatre & Dance, in collaboration with dance studios from across Chester County, will present the fourth annual Dance for HER fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 6:00 PM in Asplundh Hall. Founded in 2022, Dance for HER unites the Chester County dance community in support…
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Immaculata University Hosts Undergraduate Open House Oct. 18
Immaculata University will hold an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event is for high school students and college students interested in transferring. Attendees can visit the Rotunda of Villa Maria Hall to sign in and enjoy a buffet breakfast. Admissions counselors will discuss academic…
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Bryn Mawr College Offering Zero Tuition for Eligible Students Starting in Fall 2026
As part of the Bryn Mawr Beacon Initiative, Bryn Mawr College is offering to cover 100 percent of undergraduate tuition for eligible students who will be starting in fall 2026, writes Matt Coughlin for KYW Newsradio. The initiative builds on a 2024 program that eliminates federal student loan debt for students whose family income is…
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West Chester University a Trusted Resource for Budding Engineers in FIRST LEGO League Competition
West Chester University (WCU) has opened its doors, and its Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology, to a wave of middle school students this fall as more than 20 FIRST LEGO League Challenge teams prepare for this year’s international robotics competition. This year’s competition theme is “Unearthed” and focuses on Archaeology. Students in grades five through eight are…
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Eastern University Launches 100-Percent-Online Criminal Justice Undergraduate Programs
Eastern University has launched a new online bachelor’s degree and minor in Criminal Justice. Students can apply now and begin classes in August 2026. These new programs expand Eastern’s commitment to accessible, high-quality education rooted in Christian values and social responsibility. The bachelor’s degree program is designed for students seeking to understand and engage with the criminal justice…
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MCCC Nursing Graduates Ready to Launch Healthcare Careers
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) recently celebrated the graduation of 45 nursing students from the Dr. Stuart H. & Sandra K. Fine Nursing Program. This milestone honors their achievements and marks the beginning of their careers in the high-demand healthcare field. The College hosted a special pinning ceremony at the Montco Cultural Center theater on the…
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Eastern University’s College of Health and Sciences Receives $80,000 Grant for Anatomage Table
Eastern University’s College of Health and Sciences recently received an $80,000 grant from the McLean Contributionship, a Wayne-based charitable organization, to purchase an Anatomage Table. This cutting-edge technology will be used by multiple programs within the college and will provide an exceptional hands-on learning experience for Eastern University students. An Anatomage Table is a life-sized, digital anatomy…
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Free Hands-Only CPR and AED Training Coming to WCU Campus Oct. 11
West Chester University’s (WCU) College of Health Sciences is partnering with Chester County Hospital to provide a free, Hands-Only CPR course to the community this Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10-11:30 AM at Sturzebecker Health Sciences Center (855 South New Street, West Chester). The free training includes instruction on how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED) and education on…
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Former Penn Physicist Arthur Goodspeed Accidentally Created the X-Ray in the 1890s
In 1896, University of Pennsylvania physicist Arthur Goodspeed took images of coins inside a small purse, images that became the precursor to what we now all know as X-rays. As his descendants stumbled upon a box of his stuff, they found those images along with various artifacts that they have decided to donate it back…
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Horsham Celebrates Opening of New $125M Keith Valley Middle School
Horsham has officially christened its new Keith Valley Middle School, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The $125 million project opened last month on Meetinghouse Road. The modern facility sits directly behind the original school, which dated back to 1957, and will soon replace it entirely. A ribbon-cutting ceremony late last week marked the dedication…
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MCCC to Host Taylor Swift Tribute Band ‘Taylorville’ Nov. 15
Calling all Swifties. Dust off your friendship bracelets and get ready to immerse yourselves in the world of Taylor Swift like never before. Montgomery County Community College’s Montco Cultural Center will host “Taylorville,” the Taylor Swift tribute band, Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7:00 PM in the theater at Montco Cultural Center, Science Center, Blue Bell…
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MONTCO Careers – Immaculata University
Immaculata University, a distinguished private Catholic institution founded in 1920 by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, invites applications for the position of Chair, Division of Nursing. Located in East Whiteland Township, Chester County — just 30 miles west of Philadelphia — Immaculata has built a legacy of academic excellence, faith-based values,…
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Upper Dublin Education Foundation Launches ‘Tech Trek’ Resource Hub for Parents and Students
For today’s parents, keeping track of children’s digital habits is one of the hardest parts of raising a family. Smartphones, gaming platforms, and social media shape so much of kids’ lives — and often raise just as many concerns as opportunities. The Upper Dublin Education Foundation is stepping in with a new initiative to help.…
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MCCC Hospitality Institute Opens Bistro 1964 and Bakery 340 for Fall Semester
Two new food options are now open to the public this fall inside Montgomery County Community College’s Hospitality Institute. Bistro 1964 and Bakery 340 are the educational restaurant and bakery operated seasonally by students in the Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs. They are located in the Hospitality Institute on the Blue Bell Campus, 340…
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Six Bucks County Schools Rank Among Top 50 High Schools in Pennsylvania
Six Bucks County high schools ranked among the top 50 public high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a new list from Niche. The rankings were determined by comparing factors such as college readiness, state test scores, teacher quality and graduation rates. The schools on the list have also been graded based on academics, teachers, clubs and activities,…
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