Education
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Central Bucks School District Moves Forward with Plans to Renovate, Replace Elementary Schools
At a recent committee meeting, Central Bucks School District advanced plans to renovate or replace up to eight elementary schools, splitting projects into two tracks, write Jess Rohan and Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. The district will proceed with renovations on five schools, including Barclay, Buckingham, Gayman, Titus, and Warwick. Discussions about…
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WCU to Graduate More Than 1,000 Students at Four Winter Commencement Ceremonies
There are 1,017 students poised to begin the next chapters of their lives following graduation from West Chester University at four separate winter commencement exercises being held Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13 and 14. Three ceremonies organized by the college will accommodate the 769 undergraduate students eligible to graduate at the University’s undergraduate commencement ceremonies…
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From Athlete to Artist: Holy Family University Prepares Ally Mastripolito for Future Success
As she prepared to graduate from Archbishop Carroll High School in 2021, Ally Mastripolito, now a senior at Holy Family University, was trying to carve out a new identity. From early childhood through high school, sports were a huge part of Mastripolito’s life. However, Mastripolito did not plan to continue sports after high school and…
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WCU’s Wells School of Music Presents the 103rd Annual Holiday Concert on Dec. 7
West Chester University’s (WCU) Annual Holiday Concert has become a beloved winter tradition. Campus and community members are invited to jump-start the season and join in this joyous celebration on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 3:00 PM in the 1200-seat Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street, West Chester). Professor and…
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‘A Win-Win-Win’: GMercyU Partners with Geisinger on Employment and Loan Repayment Program
Gwynedd Mercy University and Geisinger are working together to offer the Geisinger Nursing Scholars Gateway Program, which provides eligible GMercyU nursing students up to $40,000 in loan repayments when they launch their careers at Geisinger. GMercyU Bachelor of Science in Nursing or second-degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing students who apply and are selected for the…
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NMTCC Offers Adult and Continuing Education Courses in Six High-Demand Industries
Discover your path to success with North Montco Technical Career Center’s cutting-edge training programs in six high-demand career sectors. These hands-on courses help students develop essential workplace skills while earning the certifications that employers are actively seeking. Choose from a variety of in-demand fields: Construction Trades, Cosmetology (instructor training), Engineering, Health and Human Services, Manufacturing,…
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Pennridge High School’s Gifted Program Assists NASA in Drop Tower Challenge
Two teams from Perkasie’s Pennridge High School’s gifted program will assist NASA with zero-gravity research, writes The Reporter. The teams will participate in the 2025 Drop Tower Challenge with just 18 other groups nationwide. The challenge tasks participants with designing and building paddle wheels that turn in water due to the wetting properties of their…
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WCU University Theatre Aims to Raise $25K at 25th Broadway Cares Benefit
The student-led University Theatre group at West Chester University (WCU) is celebrating a milestone with the 25th annual Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids (BC/EFA) Benefit Performance and Silent Auction. From Dec. 6-8, students will transform the lobby and interior of the MainStage Theatre, E. O. Bull Center (2 E. Rosedale Avenue, West Chester), for performances and a…
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College Majors with the Biggest Payoff
In today’s competitive job market, choosing the right college major can significantly impact your financial future. The major you select can often mean the difference between making a good living or barely getting by. While rising tuition costs will leave most graduates saddled with debt as they enter the workforce, landing a job in a high-paying field…
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Eastern University Welcomes Four New Board Members
Eastern University has added four new members to its Board of Trustees: Dr. Darla Coffey, Dr. Taek Lee, Rev. Dr. Trisha Miller Manarin, and Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier. Dr. Darla Coffey Dr. Coffey, a 1983 alumna of Eastern, was named Alumna of the Year in 2014. She served as President and CEO of the Council…
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DelVal Awarded $2,025,000 RACP Grant for Poultry Science Center
Delaware Valley University has received a $2,025,000 Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant from the Pennsylvania Office of the Budget to support the construction of a new Poultry Science Center on its main campus in Doylestown. “We are thrilled to receive this vital funding that accelerates our ability to build a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to…
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Meet Jenna Edeline: Class of 2024 MBA Peirce College Graduate, Full-Time Administrative Trainee, and Mother
To celebrate our MBA graduates, Peirce College is thrilled to continue highlighting and sharing their journeys at Peirce College. Today’s feature is Jenna Edeline, a two-time Peirce graduate receiving her Bachelor’s in Business Administration in 2019 and her Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) with the Class of 2024. Edeline’s journey at Peirce began in the…
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Immaculata Launches Master of Music Education with Wellness Focus
Immaculata University is expanding its music program with the launch of a new master of Music in Music Education (MME) degree. Tailored to meet the needs of working music educators, this flexible, hybrid graduate program combines online asynchronous coursework during the fall and spring semesters with in-person, intensive sessions on select weekends over the summer.…
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Salus at Drexel University Named a 2024 Diversity Award Winner
Salus University has received the 2024 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. The annual award recognizes U.S. health colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. As a recipient of the award, Salus University…
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Former Lower Merion Superintendent Resigns as PA Education Secretary
Pennsylvania’s education secretary, Khalid Mumin, who previously served as Lower Merion School District superintendent, is stepping down, write Maddie Hanna and Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. On Friday, Khalid Mumin announced he would be leaving his position in two weeks, notifying his colleagues that “effective December 7, I will transition into a new…
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WilmU to Host Virtual Open House on Dec. 4
Learn about Wilmington University’s personalized academics in a caring community at a Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 7 AM-7 PM. In addition to having the application fee waived at this event, you can: Ready to elevate your career? At 1 PM, join an informational session on WilmU’s doctoral programs to explore life-changing…
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The North Penn Post-12 Program Prepares Students with Disabilities for the Real World
The North Penn Post-12 program prepares students with disabilities for life beyond the classroom with practical skills and hands-on experience, writes Tyler Agriss for The Knight Crier. Each student’s journey is guided by a personalized goal, created in collaboration with their families and school administrators. Goals range from independent living to competitive employment, volunteering, or…
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MCCC Recognized as 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) recently has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. The ALL IN Most Engaged Campuses for College Student Voting recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. MCCC joins…
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