Education
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WCU Department of Theatre & Dance Presents the New Musical ‘Be More Chill’ Oct. 17-20
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance presents the musical Be More Chill from Oct. 17-20. Guest Director Devon Sinclair helms the show. The music and lyrics are by Joe Iconis, with libretto by Joe Tracz. Be More Chill is based on the 2004 novel of the same name by Ned Vizzini. Be More…
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WSJ: Bala Cynwyd Exec Becomes the Largest Backer of ‘Anti-Woke’ University
Bala Cynwyd’s Jeff Yass, co-founder of Susquehanna International Group, has become the largest financial backer of the University of Austin (UATX), reports Juliet Chung for the Wall Street Journal. Yass contributed $35 million to the fledgling institution. UATX, which recently welcomed its first class of 92 students, has raised nearly $200 million. Donors like Yass…
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Holy Family University Celebrates Record Enrollment
Holy Family University is experiencing a historic high in enrollment this fall, showcasing its dedication to academic excellence and student-centered growth. The university has seen a 59 percent increase in new first-year students over the past two years. Holy Family President Anne Prisco attributes this success to a mission-driven strategy focused on student success. “Our vision…
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MCCC Receives Grant To Empower and Celebrate First-Generation College Students in November
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a grant for the 2024 First-Generation College Celebration initiative. This grant, provided by the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) and FirstGen Forward with support from TIAA and the Strada Education Foundation, will enable MCCC to further its commitment to supporting first-generation college…
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Penn State Great Valley Shares Highlights from the Global Careers Institute for Grad Students
Graduate students attended the Global Careers Institute on Sept. 27 and 28, co-hosted by Penn State Global and Penn State Great Valley. This professional development event, held on Great Valley’s campus and designed for both international and domestic students, offered presentations and networking opportunities to help students prepare for career success in the global marketplace. Approximately 115…
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WCU To Host Sustainability Double Feature on Oct. 16 Featuring Greg Wrenn and Zach Brown
Writer Greg Wrenn turned to coral reefs and a psychedelic tea called ayahuasca in search of healing from complex PTSD. Mothership: A Memoir of Wonder and Crisis is his deeply researched account of that journey and the subject of his free presentation at West Chester University on Wednesday, Oct. 16. This event begins at 3:30 PM in…
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Empowered by Community: How Manor’s ‘You Belong Here’ Culture Shaped Natasha Moore’s Success
The phrase “You Belong Here” carries extra meaning at Manor College. It’s a campus-wide philosophy that can be found everywhere from the doors of Mother of Perpetual Help Hall to the large windows that make up the Basileiad Library. As Natasha Moore began her college search, she couldn’t help but think to herself, “Do they actually practice…
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Immaculata University Hosting Undergraduate Open House Nov. 16
Immaculata University is hosting an open house on its Malvern campus on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. This event is designed for high school students and college students interested in transferring. Attendees can enjoy a buffet breakfast and meet with admissions counselors to discuss academic programs, financial aid, student clubs and organizations, athletics…
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GMercyU Prof Inspires New Best Practice for International Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program
Through a transformative educational initiative called the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program, Gwynedd Mercy University students have been gaining unique perspectives about social justice and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, according to a staff report from GMercyU. The international program brings incarcerated and non-incarcerated students together as peers and facilitates dialogue and education across…
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Pottsgrove School District One of the Best for Music Education
Pottsgrove School District has earned notable recognition for its commitment to music education, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstown Mercury. The Pottsgrove School District is named one of the Best Communities for Music Education for the fifth consecutive year. The recognition is awarded by the National Association of Music Merchants. The award is determined by…
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ITAG To Host TECH360 Annual Technology Conference Nov. 14 at Penn State Great Valley
While data informs the majority of today’s key strategic business decisions, leaders often struggle to keep up with the pace of changing technology and overwhelming options. In response, Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG), founded in 1998 as an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), will present the 2024 TECH360 Innovative Business Technology Conference…
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WCU’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference Highlights Empowerment Through Collaboration
During National Women’s Small Business Month this October, West Chester University’s Cottrell Entrepreneurial Center and SCORE of Chester and Delaware Counties, in partnership with the Chamber Alliance of Chester County, celebrate the important contributions and achievements of women-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs with the WCU Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference. This in-person event will be held at Sykes…
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Harcum College Launches Peer Support Program for Students in Recovery with IBX Foundation Grant
The Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Foundation awarded Harcum College a grant to establish a peer support program for students in recovery from substance use and/or mental health conditions. The program encourages an inclusive environment where students who identify as being in recovery can build community and access resources to promote their success and well-being. A…
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Ceasefire PA Education Fund Hosts a Roundtable to Discuss Gun Violence in Schools
The Ceasefire PA Education Fund hosted a recent roundtable to discuss school safety amid the national rise of gun violence, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The meeting held at the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library on September 26 brought together parents, teachers, students, law enforcement, and politicians to discuss the issue. Carol Lastowka, Ceasefire PA…
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WCU Earns Fifth HEED Award for Excellence in Advancing DEI
For the fifth consecutive year, West Chester University has received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. This national honor recognizes U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). “The HEED Award demonstrates engagement in…
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West Chester University’s New President Laurie Bernotsky Offers an Inclusive Vision
The new president of West Chester University wants you to call her Laurie, and if she needs to talk to you, she’ll probably bring snacks. But don’t let the informality fool you. Dr. R. Laurie Bernotsky, West Chester University’s new 16th president, is all about getting to work exploring ideas that are good for the…
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Harcum College Honors Trustee and Alumni at Circle of Excellence Dinner
Harcum College celebrated the achievements of three esteemed individuals during the Circle of Excellence Dinner held in Klein Hall on Friday, Oct. 4. Over 100 guests attended the event, hosted by President Jon Jay DeTemple and First Lady Margi DeTemple. This year, in memory of Harcum’s loyal Trustee Louise Strauss (1960-2024), the Circle of Excellence…
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MONTCO Careers — Montgomery County Community College
Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) is seeking applications for the following positions: Dean of Liberal Arts and Coordinator of Student Services. Dean of Liberal Arts The Dean of Liberal Arts provides leadership for a division that includes Anthropology, Art, Communication Studies, Dance, English, ESL, the First-Year Experience, History, Languages, Liberal Studies, Mass Media, Music, Philosophy, Political…
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