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QVC Expands Audience by Turning to TikTok as Saving Grace
On Wednesday, QVC Group hosted its first nonstop live shopping streams on the popular social media platform TikTok, aiming to reach a broader audience and revive its business, writes Lillian Rizzo for NBC10 Philadelphia. QVC’s TV network hosts are also featured on the app, along with TikTok creators. The company is best known for its…
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Tamagawa University Returns to West Chester University for Taiko Drumming and Dance
Tamagawa University returns to West Chester University (WCU) for a performance of thundering Taiko drumming and folkloric Japanese dance on Tuesday, Apr. 8, at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street, West Chester). Tickets range in price from $15-25, and are…
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Kildare’s Irish Pub Serves Up Comfort Food and Community Vibes in West Chester
Kildare’s Irish Pub, also affectionately known as “Kilds,” offers both classic drinks and a delicious food menu—including a flavorful cheesesteak, writes Jim Pappas for PhillyBite Magazine. Primarily known for their late-night bar and drink menu, Kildare’s also features a lunch and dinner menu with several delicious entrées. One menu item, the cheesesteak, offers patrons a…
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Empowering K-12 Students: WCU, Deloitte, and Heights Philadelphia Collaborate to Boost STEM Education
The West Chester University (WCU) Center for STEM Inclusion (CSI) is collaborating with Deloitte’s Smart Factory Believers program and Heights Philadelphia to empower Pennsylvania’s K-12 students to boldly pursue fields in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The initiative unites innovators, technologists, philanthropists, and educators to enhance STEM education for students from under-resourced communities in…
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West Chester’s FarmerJawn Receives Cease-and-Desist for Failing to Register as Nonprofit
Christa Barfield, the owner of James Beard Award-winning FarmerJawn, who runs a 123-acre organic farm in West Chester, has been hit with a cease-and-desist for failing to register as a charity, writes Isaac Avilucea for Axios. The Department of State has directed Barfield to stop soliciting donations for the FarmerJawn and Friends Foundation Fund, FarmerJawn’s…
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WCU’s Dept. of Theatre & Dance Presents ‘RENT’ Apr. 3-6
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance will present a high-energy, rock concert interpretation of RENT, the iconic rock opera by Jonathan Larson, from Apr. 3-6. Directed and choreographed by Associate Professor Liz Staruch, this reimagining blends live music, multimedia elements, and a contemporary perspective, channeling the musical’s raw energy. Performances will run Thursday through…
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QVC Spokesmodel Sues Nestle After Injuries from Exploding San Pellegrino Bottle
QVC spokesmodel Susanne Thomson is suing Nestle after suffering injuries from an exploding San Pellegrino bottle, writes Abraham Gutman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Thomson purchased a six-pack of San Pellegrino bottles, which sat in her basement for three weeks. According to a lawsuit filed last week in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, she placed…
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WCU Welcomes ‘Good Morning America’s’ Robin Roberts as Part of President’s Speaker Series
West Chester University (WCU) will welcome famed Journalist and Co-Host of ABC’s Good Morning America Robin Roberts on Friday, Apr. 4, at 7:00 PM. Roberts will speak as part of the University’s President’s Speaker Series in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. Tickets are $20-$55 and are on…
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More than Magma: Dr. Terry Plank Delivers WCU’s Second Annual Mather Scholar Lecture
Volcanoes are responsible for building more than 80 percent of the Earth’s surface, and a subject of fascination and research for Dr. Terry Plank, who has studied them in Alaska, Italy, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Iceland, and at sea. She will deliver West Chester University’s Second Annual Mather Scholar Lecture on Wednesday, Mar. 26, at 6:00…
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Ingenuity and Savvy: WCU Celebrates William Chester Ruth, African American Inventor and Businessman
On Tuesday, Mar. 25, West Chester University will honor the achievements and history of William Chester Ruth (1882-1971), an African American Inventor, Entrepreneur, and Minister from Chester County who built and sold his patented farm equipment and other machinery throughout the United States. Some of Ruth’s descendants will be on hand for the occasion, which…
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WCU’s Online RN to BSN Program Is No. 1 at Registered Nursing.org
RegisteredNursing.org has recognized West Chester University’s (WCU) online RN to BSN program as the No. 1 program in Pennsylvania for 2025. The website’s rankings evaluate nursing programs based on key factors, including academic support, licensure preparation, and career advancement opportunities. “We are incredibly proud to be ranked number one for our RN-BSN program,” said Dr. Nancy Barker, Associate…
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All-Star Sports Academy in West Chester Looks to Expand Beyond the Philadelphia Region
All-Star Sports Academy in West Chester is looking for potential acquisitions with the goal of expanding beyond the Philadelphia region, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The company, which has seven locations for budding baseball and softball players in the region, is aiming to have as many as 30 sites in the next…
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West Chester University Students Gain Global Perspective on Study Abroad Trip to Europe
Fifteen students from West Chester University (WCU) recently returned from an intensive nine-day study abroad program in Europe, where they explored transatlantic relations, engaged with European peers, and gained firsthand experience in international institutions. Led by WCU Political Science Professor Dr. Peter Loedel and WCU Adjunct Professor Dr. Travis Blemings, the trip took students to…
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West Chester University Welcomes State Rep. Chris Pielli as Legislative Fellow
West Chester University’s (WCU) Department of Political Science welcomes State Representative Chris Pielli, who is currently serving as the University’s Legislative Fellow. The role will run for two years beginning with the 2025 spring semester. Pielli, currently in his second term representing the 156th legislative district, is working closely with WCU faculty and students to…
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Feel as Good as You Look with West Chester Jeweler’s Designs – Worn Even by Megan Markle
Lia Valencia Key, a motivational speaker from West Chester, hopes the jewelry she designs will make you feel as good as you look, writes Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Key, who only wears yellow as her happiest color, creates her “Valencia Key” line at her West Chester jewelry design studio. “It’s my prayer that…
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West Chester University Will Inaugurate Its 16th President on Mar. 28
West Chester University (WCU) President Dr. Laurie Bernotsky’s one prerequisite for inauguration is that it celebrates not one, but all — all students, all faculty, all staff, all alumni, all supporters, all community partners, and neighbors. Bernotsky will be inaugurated as West Chester University’s 16th President and, historically, its second woman president during a formal investiture ceremony on…
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West Chester-Based A. Duie Pyle Continues to Expand with New Facilities in Virginia and North Carolina
West Chester-based A. Duie Pyle, a provider of both asset and non-asset-based supply chain solutions, is continuing to expand its reach with the addition of two new facilities in Richmond, Virginia, and Charlotte, North Carolina, writes Donna Rovins for The Daily Local News. The company announced the opening of its new warehouse and distribution center…
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WCU’s 35th Annual Jazz Festival Premieres New Work by Grammy Award-Winning Composer Billy Childs
If you’re looking for vibrant live jazz in a picturesque suburban setting, the Wells School of Music at West Chester University (WCU) invites you to take a seat. Now in its 35th year, the WCU Jazz Festival delivers world-class entertainment from Mar. 19-22, with most performances being free and open to the public. All events are held…
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