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Explore Living History at Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home
Nestled along a quiet stretch of Mill Creek in Lancaster County, Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home offers visitors something rare: A living, working glimpse into the past. Owned by the Ressler family since 1865, the mill is one of the few in the U.S. that still operates for the public on a near-daily…
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‘Prendie’ Alums Embrace Beloved Building’s Next Chapter as a DCCC Education and Training Center
For its many alumnae in Greater Philadelphia, the closing of Archbishop Prendergast High School in Drexel Hill in 2012 felt like losing a second home. “It was a place where we could be ourselves,” said Linda Bullock ’75 of Villanova. “What makes us ‘Prendie’ graduates so unique is that, regardless of age or background, we…
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5 Perks of Business Credit Cards
The right credit card can be a powerful tool for supporting your small business. When you need to purchase fuel, inventory, equipment, supplies, or other timely essentials, a dedicated business credit card can help you effectively manage these expenses while delivering a number of valuable benefits. In this article, we’ll cover five key advantages of…
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Valley Forge Tourism Kicks off 11th Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive with Pottstown Kitchen Takeover
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 11th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive kicked off with a kitchen takeover at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Pottstown. VFTCB staff and Montgomery County Commissioners Jamila Winder and Tom DiBello served more than 60 people a meal, including food donated by HUNGRY Catering, and ice cream donated…
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DCCC English Professor Uses AI to Increase Students’ Engagement and Prepare Them for the Future
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay. A Delaware County Community College (DCCC) English professor thinks that — rather than banning it from the classroom — schools and colleges should teach ethical AI literacy to help students and educators use it effectively while avoiding plagiarism. “My classrooms are filled with recent high school graduates who…
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WilmU One-on-One: 2025 Graduate Dr. Kate Gemma Shares What She Values Most About WilmU’s DBA Program
Dr. Kate Gemma was the 2025 commencement speaker for the WilmU College of Business and the 2025 Ruth Norman Distinguished DBA Scholar. Gemma specializes in market analysis, feasibility planning, and human-centered design. She leads strategic planning and development initiatives at Carl M. Freeman Companies, where she blends analytical insight with a passion for building vibrant, sustainable communities. Her…
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WilmU One-on-One: 2025 Graduate Paul Seiverd Reflects on His Experiences in the B.S. in Organizational Leadership Program
Paul Seiverd was the 2025 commencement speaker for the WilmU College of Business, Undergraduate Programs Ceremony. With over three decades of leadership experience, he is a senior manager in supply chain operations at Macy’s, overseeing a direct-to-consumer distribution center. In this role, he has developed a passion for giving back and supporting the communities his team serves,…
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Immaculata University Launches New Community Music School Serving Musicians of All Ages and Skill Levels
Immaculata University has launched the Immaculata University Community Music School, a new program designed to provide high-quality music instruction and performance opportunities to learners of all ages and abilities from Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Berks counties and beyond. Music has been a core part of Immaculata University’s identity since its founding in 1920. With a strong…
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Protect Your Computer From Tech Support Scams
In a tech support scam, fraudsters pose as representatives from well-known tech companies like Microsoft, Apple, or antivirus software providers. They use scare tactics, claiming your computer is infected with a virus or has other critical errors. They may contact you through unsolicited phone calls, pop-up ads on your computer, or even fake emails. The…
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DCCC Student from Chester County Awarded $5,000 Dunkin’ Scholarship
Needah-e-Fatema Hafeezali Gangji of Malvern, a 2025 graduate of Delaware County Community College (DCCC), has been awarded a 2025 Dunkin’ Philadelphia Regional Scholarship. Gangji is one of 20 students selected from more than 1,600 applicants to receive $5,000 to support their pursuit of part-time or full-time undergraduate degrees at accredited colleges, universities or vocational-technical schools.…
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Immaculata University Sees Largest Incoming Class in School History
Immaculata University is set to welcome its largest incoming undergraduate class in the history of the University, with more than 415 first-year students and more than 60 transfer students enrolling. As 2024’s incoming undergraduate class was the largest in a decade, with 275 first-year students and 69 transfers, this year’s incoming class sets a new…
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Aqua PA Secures Nearly $7.5M in PENNVEST Funding to Remove PFAS From Drinking Water, Replace Lead Service Lines
Aqua Pennsylvania recently secured a combination of principal forgiveness loans and low-interest loans through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST). Funding totaling $6.1 million will support Aqua Pennsylvania’s continuing commitment to remove PFAS from drinking water. Another $1.3 million in funding will be used for Aqua Pennsylvania’s ongoing lead service line replacement program. PENNVEST funds…
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12 Data Security Musts for Small Businesses
Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or manage a global team, data security should be a top priority. Massive data breaches that impact millions of consumers at once tend to capture the headlines, but smaller enterprises are increasingly at risk. A 2021 study by the Atlas VPN research team found that 31 percent of small businesses…
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DCCC Student Awarded Full-Tuition Scholarship to Neumann University
Chandeep Kaur of Upper Darby, a recent graduate of Delaware County Community College (DCCC), has been awarded a Neumann University Full-Tuition Scholarship. The scholarship will cover the cost of tuition for two years at Neumann for Kaur to complete her bachelor’s degree. She intends to major in Criminal Justice with a minor in Cybersecurity. Kaur…
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6 Ways Remote Deposit Helps Businesses Work Smarter
Local businesses are always on the lookout for ways to work more efficiently. Especially if it will also help them to cut costs or protect against potential losses. If your payment processing is still being done manually, this area of your business could be one of the best places to streamline your day-to-day operations. And…
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Working to Protect Your Drinking Water Supply for Future Generations
Most people don’t often think about their drinking water supply. And frankly, that’s the way it should be. You turn on your tap, start your shower, and your high-quality drinking water is there. But making that happen today and for future generations takes real work and requires ongoing investment. You may have heard from our…
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WilmU One-on-One: 2025 Graduate Abigail Hammer-Rupp Discusses Her Experiences in the M.S. in Digital Communication Program
Abigail Hammer-Rupp was a 2025 Commencement Speaker for the WilmU College of Technology, Graduate Programs Ceremony. She earned her bachelor’s in Web Design, summa cum laude, from the University in 2024 and quickly followed that up with earning her master’s in Digital Communication. A volunteer Communications Intern with the Childhood Cancer Society, she recently accepted a…
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DCCC Welcomes Chef Jonathan Fike as Director of Culinary
Chef Jonathan Fike, a seasoned Culinary Professional with over two decades of experience, is the new Director of Culinary at Delaware County Community College (DCCC). Fike will lead DCCC’s award-winning Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program, which has locations in Marple Township, Phoenixville, and — starting in spring 2026 — at DCCC’s upcoming new Southeast Center in…
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