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West Chester University Honored Military and First Responders at Nov. 1 Football Game
West Chester University (WCU) paid tribute to the men and women who serve our country and communities during its Military and First Responder Appreciation game on Saturday, Nov. 1, when the Golden Rams took on Bloomsburg University at Farrell Stadium. The event recognized veterans, active-duty service members, and first responders with pregame honors and in-game…
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American Water and Essential Utilities to Combine as a Leading Regulated U.S. Water and Wastewater Utility
American Water Works Company, Inc. and Essential Utilities, Inc.’s Boards of Directors have unanimously approved a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock, tax-free merger, creating a premier, regulated U.S. water and wastewater utility with a pro forma market capitalization of approximately $40 billion and an enterprise value of approximately $63 billion, based on closing…
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First Graduates of DCCC/Downingtown Teacher Academy Land Jobs in Area School District
Two of the Downingtown Area School District’s newest teachers this fall, Lauren Klunk and Leah Cramer, began their journey to their new positions while still in high school. As students in the first Downingtown Teacher Academy cohort with Delaware County Community College (DCCC), they were able to earn 13 college credits, experience field observation opportunities in…
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Aqua Pennsylvania’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program and Its Impact on Community Health
Every October, Lead Poisoning Prevention Week serves as a national reminder that protecting our drinking water systems isn’t just about improving infrastructure you can’t physically see — it’s about public health. Safe, reliable water service is essential for every family, and replacing lead and galvanized steel service lines is one of the most direct ways…
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WilmU One-on-One: MBA Program Chair Shares Insight and Advice
Dr. Shawn McCloud brings extensive financial, marketing, and operations experience to his roles as Wilmington University’s MBA Program Chair and Associate Professor in the College of Business and Technology. He’s also a proud WilmU graduate who holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from the University. Q: What inspired you to pursue a career in academia? After spending more than…
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Gallery at DCCC Hosts ‘Dimensions: Jaime Brett Treadwell’ Oct. 27-Dec. 5
The Gallery at Delaware County Community College (DCCC) presents Dimensions: Jaime Brett Treadwell as its annual contemporary exhibition in the Art Gallery, located in Room 2305 in the Academic Building on the College’s Marple Campus (901 South Media Line Road, Media). The exhibit will run Oct. 27-Dec. 5. Featuring 30-plus oil-on-wood panels, Dimensions celebrates the ambiguity of Treadwell’s painting…
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Aqua PA Awarded $35M in PENNVEST Funding for PFAS Treatment at Delaware County Water Plant
Aqua Pennsylvania has been awarded a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). The funding, totaling $35 million, will fund construction of a new PFAS treatment system at Aqua’s Ridley Water Treatment Plant which will meet federal regulatory requirements for drinking water. Aqua Pennsylvania is already in…
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DCCC Spring Registration Begins Nov. 3
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) registration for spring 2026 classes for new students begins Monday, Nov. 3. In addition to its Marple Campus in Media, DCCC has centers in Downingtown and — beginning in January 2026 — in Drexel Hill at the College’s brand-new Southeast Center. Programs at the new Southeast Center include Healthcare, Technology, Skilled Trades, Culinary Arts and…
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Celebrating 50+ Years of Healing on Oct. 25: WCU’s Nursing Programs Help Mend National Healthcare Workforce Shortage
West Chester University’s (WCU) Nursing Programs are celebrating 50+ years of healing, producing thousands of nurses who are addressing the nation’s critical healthcare workforce shortage. The University’s Nursing Programs have spent more than half a century preparing nurses for evolving healthcare challenges — from the era of paper charts to today’s AI-assisted diagnostics — and…
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Aqua Pennsylvania Makes Generous Donation to Beaver Falls Fire Department, Library
Aqua Pennsylvania recently revelaed its donation of a combined $1.25 million to the Beaver Falls Fire Department and the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls. The donation is made possible through the company’s Essential Foundation. Aqua Pennsylvania provides wastewater service to approximately 3,200 customers in the City of Beaver Falls. The wastewater system also provides…
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Discover Your Future at WilmU’s Open House on Oct. 22
Wilmington University (WilmU) invites you to explore what’s next for your education and career at the WilmU Open House, happening Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 — in person and online. Whether you’re starting fresh, transferring credits, or advancing your career, this is your opportunity to experience all that WilmU has to offer. From 7:00 AM-7:00 PM,…
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Immaculata University Presents Fall Theater Production ‘Curtains!’ — Nov. 14-16
The annual fall production of the Immaculata University Cue & Curtain Theatre group is Curtains! a play by Craig Sodaro. Performances start on Friday, Nov. 14, at 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM; Saturday, Nov. 15, at 7:00 PM, and a final matinee at 3:00 PM on Sunday, Nov. 16, in Alumnae Hall Theater. The Depression-era…
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Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Honors Service and History with Trains & Troops Weekend and 1940s Swing Dance
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania will once again celebrate American history, service, and song during its 25th annual Trains & Troops weekend, set for Saturday, Nov. 1, and Sunday, Nov. 2. The event will take place at the Museum (300 Gap Road, PA Route 741, Strasburg, Lancaster County). This year’s milestone event honors U.S. military…
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ChesPenn Health Services Champions Community Growth Through Technology and Excellence in Care
ChesPenn Health Services continues to lead by example in supporting the health and well-being of their communities. In a recent initiative, ChesPenn donated laptops to community programs serving youth and parents to help bridge the digital divide and expand access to education, training, and career opportunities. By ensuring that families and young adults have the…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Fall Concert
On Saturday, Nov. 8, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its fall concert, “Transformations,” beginning at 7:00 PM in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization, with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the University’s founding in 1920. Works originally composed for piano are transformed in these full orchestral arrangements,…
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Immaculata University Hosts Undergraduate Open House Oct. 18
Immaculata University will hold an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event is for high school students and college students interested in transferring. Attendees can visit the Rotunda of Villa Maria Hall to sign in and enjoy a buffet breakfast. Admissions counselors will discuss academic…
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West Chester University Presents Fourth Annual Dance for HER Benefit Concert in Support of Unite for HER
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the West Chester University (WCU) Department of Theatre & Dance, in collaboration with dance studios from across Chester County, will present the fourth annual Dance for HER fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 6:00 PM in Asplundh Hall. Founded in 2022, Dance for HER unites the Chester County dance community in support…
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DCCC Student Chosen to Serve on PA State Board of Higher Education
Christa Heyward, Ph.D., a student at Delaware County Community College (DCCC), has been selected to be one of just two college student representatives to serve on the Pennsylvania State Board of Higher Education (SBHE). Currently completing a Certificate in Residential Carpentry at DCCC, Heyward will represent publicly funded colleges and universities in the state. After…
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