Education
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Keeping Smiles Healthy: Harcum College to Host Free Oral Care Event
Harcum College is stepping up to promote oral health and wellness in the community with its upcoming Sealant Day, a day dedicated to providing free preventative dental care. The event, open to the public and the Harcum community, will take place on Monday, Feb. 17, at the College’s Dental Clinic on Harcum’s campus at 750…
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One Step Closer for New Abington Middle School
Abington School District inches closer toward a brand new middle school, reports Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. During a meeting on Tuesday, Superintendent Doctor Jeffrey Fecher announced that the Board of School Directors would pursue plans for a new building on the current campus. The board discussed renovating the current building, building two new schools…
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WCU Dept. of Art & Design to Exhibit ‘Passages: An Installation in Progress’ Jan. 21-Mar. 30
From Jan. 21-Mar. 30, West Chester University (WCU) will exhibit Cheryl Harper’s Passages: An Installation in Progress (Passages) in the John H. Baker Gallery, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosewood Ave., West Chester. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM…
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Education Software Breach Hits Lower Merion School District
The Lower Merion School District is among those that have been impacted by a nationwide breach of the education software PowerSchool, according to a staff report from KYW Newsradio. The school software giant, which offers a suite of tools to streamline school operations, recently announced it had suffered a “cybersecurity incident” late last month. The…
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Manor College, Reading Area Community College Sign Dual Enrollment Agreement
Manor College and Reading Area Community College have revealed a Dual Admission Agreement that allows students graduating from Reading to be guaranteed admission to bachelor’s degree programs at Manor. “This agreement provides next-level opportunities for student degree achievement in our region,” said Dr. Jonathan Peri, President of Manor College. “We’re excited to connect these students…
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Peirce College Expands Access to Career Bridge Program
Peirce College recently expanded the eligibility requirements for its innovative Career Bridge program so more people have access to the program, which prepares students with the skills, certifications and credentials needed for in-demand jobs before they finish a college degree. More scholarships are now available for a wider range of Career Bridge students, and the college has…
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GMercyU’s Speech-Language Pathology Program Fosters Community Partnerships Through Innovative Approach
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program at Gwynedd Mercy University offers an innovative approach in clinical education by embedding students directly in community settings, according to a staff report from GMercyU. The program enables students to participate in the evaluation and intervention process, including administering comprehensive assessments and delivering personalized therapy sessions. “By…
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DelVal Alumni, Students Shine at the 109th Pennsylvania Farm Show
The Pennsylvania Farm Show, the nation’s largest indoor agricultural exposition, is a celebration of agriculture, community, and tradition. This year, Delaware Valley University was well-represented, showcasing the university’s deep ties to the agricultural community and the strength of its alumni network. Ag Ambassadors at the Exhibit DelVal’s exhibit at the Farm Show was hosted by…
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Big 2024 Endowment Gains for Colleges in Montgomery County
There were widespread 2024 endowment gains, some with hundreds of millions in investment returns, for colleges and universities in the Philadelphia region, including some in Montgomery County, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. College endowments are gifts and donations that are invested into various stock market funds. Endowments fuel college scholarships, capital projects, endowed…
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Crisis Management in Action: A Collaborative Learning Experience at Immaculata University
Immaculata University students gained valuable experience in crisis management during a joint crossover class focusing on crisis leadership, led by George Schwartz ’17 Ed.D., and crisis communications, led by Melissa Rice ’09, Ph.D. During this crossover class, students were first presented with a fictitious company and crisis and placed into groups. Each group then generated…
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Celebrating JetBlue Scholars in Florida
Peirce College recently participated in JetBlue’s annual graduation ceremony in Florida to honor JetBlue Scholars who completed their bachelor’s degrees at Peirce. Dr. Mary Ellen Caro, president and CEO of Peirce College, addressed graduates at the ceremony on Dec. 10 in Orlando and lauded both the graduates and their families for advancing their education while…
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Delaware Valley University to Launch Master of Public Health Program
Delaware Valley University will launch a new Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) program, beginning fall 2025, that is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to address public health challenges. DelVal’s M.P.H. program will help advance the careers of healthcare professionals and individuals seeking a career in public health as the market…
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Harcum College Partners for Registered Behavioral Technician Certificate at No Cost
Harcum College is partnering with Chester County Economic Development Council for the Good Jobs Challenge, a federally funded workforce training program designed to train residents in underserved populations in necessary skills and connect them with employment opportunities in healthcare, life sciences, infrastructure, and energy. The Good Jobs Challenge aims to prepare 3,000 residents for high-quality jobs…
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GMercyU on Track for Five-Year Record in Applications, Admits
Gwynedd Mercy University is looking ahead to a strong 2025 fueled by a 70 percent increase in admitted students for fall 2025 compared to this time last year. This is the largest number of admitted students in more than five years. The university has already surpassed the total of fall 2024 first-year admitted students by…
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MCCC Releases Fall Semester Dean’s and Dean’s Commendation Lists
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) congratulates the 1,765 full- and part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List and Dean’s Commendation List, respectively, for the fall 2024 semester. The Dean’s List includes 605 full-time students. For the Dean’s List, students must complete 12 or more credits, earn a grade point average of 3.5 or…
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MCCC’s Presidential Symposium on Diversity Will Feature Roberto Clemente Jr.
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is excited to host Roberto Clemente Jr., Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, and former Professional Baseball Player and Broadcaster, as the keynote speaker for its annual Presidential Symposium on Diversity. The event will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 11:00 AM in MCCC’s newly renovated Cultural Center Theater, Science Center building (1313…
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The Public Interest Law Center Fought to Bring More Funding to Norristown and Other School Districts
The Public Interest Law Center sued the state of Pennsylvania and won over an unconstitutional school funding system, writes Maddie Hanna for the Philadelphia Inquirer. As a result, underfunded school districts received $500 million in new allocations and some Montgomery County towns are making great strides to close the gap. Among the underfunded districts, Norristown…
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MCCC Nursing Pinning Ceremony Honors New Graduates
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) recently celebrated the graduation of 28 nursing students from the Dr. Stuart H. & Sandra K. Fine Nursing Program, who are ready to share their skills, compassion, and dedication with the patients they will serve. The College held a special pinning ceremony on Dec. 17 in the Montco Cultural Center theater…
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