Education
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North Montco Technical Career Center Churns Out Pastry Chefs
The Bakery and Pastry Arts program at North Montco Technical Career Center has offered aspiring chefs hands-on training for decades, writes Maddie Cimino for North Penn’s The Knight Crier. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in the culinary industry. Led by Pastry Instructor Chris Polos, the curriculum adheres to a state-mandated Duty Task List…
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Harcum Men’s Soccer Clinches NJCAA East District Title
In a thrilling showdown for the NJCAA East District Final, the Harcum College Men’s Soccer Team emerged victorious against the Harford Community College Owls, securing a three-to-one win and a spot in the NJCAA National Tournament. The match showcased the Bears’ determination and skill as they claimed the NJCAA East District Champions title. The game…
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GMercyU Secures $20,000 Grant to Support Special Education from Pennsylvania Department of Education
Gwynedd Mercy University has received a $20,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network, and the Shapiro Administration to support future special education teachers. The 2024-2026 Developing Future Special Educators (DFSE) Grant was awarded to local education agencies and institutions of higher education seeking to develop or expand…
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Immaculata University Will Host Christmas Meet-and-Greet for Prospective Students Dec. 5
Immaculata University is hosting a Christmas meet-and-greet for prospective undergraduate students — high school seniors and college transfer students — and their families on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6-8:00 PM in Villa Maria Hall on the University’s campus in Malvern. Guests, current students, and prospective students are invited to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit with Immaculata’s Christmas…
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Holy Family University Awarded $850,000 for First-Generation Success and Innovation Hub
Holy Family University has been awarded $850,000 to fund its new First-Generation Success and Innovation Hub, a center that will provide first-generation students with a wealth of resources to help them succeed in their pursuit of a college education. U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle recently presented Holy Family President Dr. Anne Prisco with a check during…
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Church Farm School Finds Its Next Head of School from Nationwide Pool of Impressive Candidates
Church Farm School has named Dr. Troy Baker its next Head of School, effective July 1, 2025. Founded in 1918, CFS is an all-boys private high school in Exton with a mission to prepare a diverse group of students with academic ability and good character to lead productive and fulfilling lives by making a college…
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How to Choose a College That Aligns with Your Values: Navigating Campus Culture and Political Climate
When students begin their college search, they often have a checklist of must-haves and nice-to-haves. Some want bustling urban campuses; others are drawn to quiet, rural colleges. Some hope to stay close to home, while others dream of a fresh start in a new state. Alongside factors like Greek Life, campus size, and internship opportunities,…
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West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents the Regional Premiere of ‘Alice Tierney’
Opera students in West Chester University’s (WCU) Wells School of Music (WSOM) are working overtime to bring a new opera to life. Composed by WCU Alumna and Emerging Composer Melissa Dunphy ’09, Alice Tierney will make its regional premiere at West Chester University on Nov. 15 and 16 in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall,…
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Three Church Farm School Seniors Named QuestBridge National College Match Finalists
QuestBridge is a nonprofit that, like Church Farm School, “grew from a core belief that all students deserve to reach their full potential, regardless of their financial background.” Co-founded in 1994, QuestBridge identifies bright young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and aims to provide opportunity through significant financial aid to the nation’s leading colleges and universities.…
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A ‘Game-Changer’ in Bucks County: Holy Family Awarded $1.3 Million for Expansion of Newtown West Campus
The state has awarded $1,324,800 in grant funding to Holy Family University for the forthcoming expansion of its Newtown West campus. State Sen. Steve Santarsiero and State Rep. Perry Warren announced the award of funding through Pennsylvania’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. The money Holy Family receives will support building construction, roof work, technology upgrades, and…
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Penn State Great Valley To Host Nov. 12 Talk on Oneida Tribe and Valley Forge
Oneida Historian Heather Bruegl will discuss her Indigenous tribe’s connection to the Continental Army’s encampment at Valley Forge during a free community event at 7:00 PM on Nov. 12 in Penn State Great Valley’s conference center. This event is part of Valley Forge Park Alliance’s Speaker Series, featuring experts, authors and thought leaders who shed new light…
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Immaculata University Students Honored with Prestigious Awards from the AICUP
Two Immaculata University students were awarded scholarships from the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania (AICUP). The scholarships awarded were the Commonwealth “Good Citizen” Scholarship and the McLean Scholarship for Nursing and Physician Assistant Majors. De-Sean Hubert, a junior from Chester, received the Commonwealth “Good Citizen” Scholarship, reserved for students who have shown extraordinary commitment…
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MCCC Students Take Center Stage in Two Performances Nov. 7-9
Montgomery County Community College’s Theatre Arts Program, Drama Club, and West End Student Theater will be holding two exciting performances on the Montco Cultural Center stages in November: Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind by Greg Allen and Tartuffe by Molière, featuring an original translation by Jenny Jacobs. Under the direction of Theater Instructor…
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Meet Aliya Burroughs: 2024 Peirce College MBA Graduate, Program Coordinator II and Admissions Coordinator
To celebrate new MBA graduates, Peirce College is thrilled to highlight and share their journeys. Today’s feature is Aliya Burroughs, two-time Peirce graduate receiving her Bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration in 2020 and her Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) with the Class of 2024. Burroughs’s journey at Peirce began in 2017, after researching different colleges that…
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West Chester University Dance Company Presents ‘Re:Awakening’ Dance Concert on Nov. 8-9
West Chester University’s (WCU) Department of Theatre & Dance and the University Dance Company (UDC) will present the fall dance concert “RE:AWAKENING” on Friday, Nov. 8, at 7:30 PM, and Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM. The concert will take place in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building and Performing Arts Center…
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Immaculata University Presents ‘The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon’ Nov. 15-17
The Cue & Curtain Theatre group at Immaculata University will present The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon, a whimsical play by Don Zolidis that brings together all 209 classic fairy tales and lesser-known stories from the Brothers Grimm in a unique and entertaining way. The first performance will be a matinee on Friday, Nov. 15 at 10:00…
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DelVal Students Compete at Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge
Five Delaware Valley University students recently showcased their skills at the 22nd annual Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge in Plattsburgh, N.Y. Hosted by The William H. Miner Agricultural Research Institute, this year’s event brought together 76 students from colleges and universities across the northeastern U.S. and Canada. The Dairy Challenge is an innovative, three-day educational competition…
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Holy Family University’s Voter Engagement Efforts Lead to Increase in Student Registrations
Holy Family University has undertaken multiple initiatives to encourage more students to participate in the upcoming election. Through voter engagement efforts, 47 Holy Family students were newly registered to vote — and every student had the opportunity to engage in deepening their civic involvement. Students were able to register to vote through a series of…
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