• Book a Free Faculty Speaker this Spring through the DCCC Speakers Bureau

    Book a Free Faculty Speaker this Spring through the DCCC Speakers Bureau

    Community groups, organizations, senior living communities, and libraries in Delaware and Chester Counties in need of engaging speakers and presentations have access to a valuable free resource: the Speakers Bureau of Delaware County Community College (DCCC). DCCC faculty are available to speak and present on a variety of topics, from entrepreneurship to English literature, and…

  • Lancaster’s Demuth Foundation Now Offers a Fresh Perspective on Charles Demuth

    Lancaster’s Demuth Foundation Now Offers a Fresh Perspective on Charles Demuth

    Since the early 1980s, the Demuth Museum in Lancaster, operated by the Demuth Foundation, has provided insight into Artist Charles Demuth’s life and groundbreaking works through its collections, exhibitions, and educational programs. This Lancaster County gem has always been a hotspot for art and creativity while also fostering discussions on broader issues surrounding the life of…

  • Author Michael Wolraich Visits WCU for Lecture and Book Signing for ‘The Bishop and the Butterfly’

    Author Michael Wolraich Visits WCU for Lecture and Book Signing for ‘The Bishop and the Butterfly’

    On Thursday, February 27, journalist and historian Michael Wolraich, author of The Bishop and the Butterfly: Murder, Politics, and the End of the Jazz Age, will make a guest appearance at West Chester University (WCU). All are welcome to attend this free lecture, book signing, and reception at 3:30 PM in Philips Autograph Library in the Philips…

  • Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Explains 2025 Federal Payroll Tax Changes

    Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Explains 2025 Federal Payroll Tax Changes

    The start of 2025 brings important federal payroll tax and withholding changes that every employer needs to understand. From updates to Social Security wage limits to adjustments in retirement contributions and tax withholding rates, these changes directly impact payroll management and compliance. “As we move into 2025, staying informed about payroll tax changes is more…

  • Aqua PA Continues to Enhance Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure

    Aqua PA Continues to Enhance Delaware County’s Water Infrastructure

    Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 12,025 feet of aging water mains across Delaware County. The existing cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains made from nearly 90 percent recycled materials, ensuring more reliable service for decades to come.  This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement program to replace decades-old water…

  • Jonathan F. Ball Joins Lamb McErlane’s Appellate Practice

    Jonathan F. Ball Joins Lamb McErlane’s Appellate Practice

    Jonathan F. Ball has joined Lamb McErlane PC’s Appellate Practice group as Of Counsel. Ball has represented and counseled clients in a wide variety of appellate and litigation matters for more than 25 years. He has briefed and argued appeals in state and federal courts across the country, as well as numerous dispositive and critical…

  • Aqua PA Continues to Enhance Chester County’s Water Infrastructure

    Aqua PA Continues to Enhance Chester County’s Water Infrastructure

    Aqua Pennsylvania is upgrading 12,840 feet of aging water mains in Tredyffrin, Thornbury, and Easttown Townships, Chester County. The existing cast iron pipes are being replaced with new ductile iron mains made from nearly 90 percent recycled materials, ensuring more reliable service for decades to come.  This investment is part of Aqua’s continuing infrastructure improvement…

  • DCCC Political Science Professor’s Work on Exhibit at Smithsonian Institution 

    DCCC Political Science Professor’s Work on Exhibit at Smithsonian Institution 

    Over 50 Delaware County Community College students, faculty, and staff are spending this Presidents Day at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. to visit an exhibit featuring one of their own — DCCC Political Science professor Ife Williams, Ph.D. Williams’ research is being featured in the exhibit “In Slavery’s Wake:…

  • From Canvas to Conversation: Spring Awaits at Penn State Great Valley

    From Canvas to Conversation: Spring Awaits at Penn State Great Valley

    As the seasons shift, so does the landscape of artistic expression at the Henry Gallery. This spring, immerse yourself in “DVAL Presents…,” a captivating showcase of talent from the Delaware Valley Art League (DVAL). On display through Mar. 14, this exhibit brings together an eclectic mix of artists, each unveiling their creative spirit through a…

  • WCU Alumni, Faculty, and Students Honored at MLK Celebration

    WCU Alumni, Faculty, and Students Honored at MLK Celebration

    This year’s West Chester University Martin Luther King, Jr., celebration, organized and hosted by the Society of WCU (formerly WCU’s Frederick Douglass Society), saw the presentation of several awards. The program celebrates King’s civil rights work and promotion of nonviolent struggle for racial justice. WCU alumni who exemplify King’s legacy are recognized at the event…

  • West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks ‘Big Ideas’ for 2025 Idea Challenge

    West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks ‘Big Ideas’ for 2025 Idea Challenge

    The 13th Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University (WCU) is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500 in prize money is being awarded at this year’s competition. Let your big idea become a reality by winning this competition and jumpstarting your business. Co-hosted by the Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center, the Keiretsu Forum Mid-Atlantic,…

  • West Chester University’s WCU Live! Series Will Present Interactive Beatles Experience Feb. 28

    West Chester University’s WCU Live! Series Will Present Interactive Beatles Experience Feb. 28

    West Chester University’s (WCU) WCU Live! series will present Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience on Friday, Feb. 28, at 7:00 PM. Tickets range from $20-$30 and are now on sale to the public here or by calling 610.436.2266. The event takes place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High…

  • DCCC’s Upcoming Industry Forums Highlight College’s Role in Region’s Job Growth

    DCCC’s Upcoming Industry Forums Highlight College’s Role in Region’s Job Growth

    Did you know that there are nearly 800 full-service restaurants and 300 quick-service restaurants in Delaware County? Culinary is one of the top job opportunities in Pennsylvania, and it is a Pennsylvania High Priority Occupation (HPO). For skilled workers in culinary arts and hospitality, the future is bright — yet for business owners in the…

  • First Bank Doubles Earnings in 2024

    First Bank Doubles Earnings in 2024

    First Bank had a standout year in 2024, more than doubling its earnings to $44 million from just under $21 million in 2023 — the biggest jump among Philadelphia-area banks. The Hamilton, N.J.-based bank credited this growth to its acquisition of Malvern Bancorp in July 2023, along with strong loan growth and higher loan interest…

  • Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra Returns to WCU Feb. 21

    Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra Returns to WCU Feb. 21

    Comedian/Entertainer Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra make a triumphant return to West Chester University (WCU) for one performance only on Friday, Feb. 21, at 8:00 PM, in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building (700 S. High Street, West Chester). Tickets range from $70-$110 and can be purchased here. Doors open at 7:30 PM. Conklin’s…

  • Delaware County Community College Welcomes Grammy-Nominated Tenor Brian Giebler Feb. 20

    Delaware County Community College Welcomes Grammy-Nominated Tenor Brian Giebler Feb. 20

    Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Live Music Series will present Grammy-nominated Tenor Brian Giebler in an intimate performance on Thursday, Feb. 20 at 7:00 PM in the Large Auditorium, Academic Building at the College’s Marple Campus (910 South Media Line Road, Media). A Phoenixville native, Giebler has garnered praise for his “lovely tone and deep…

  • Meridian Bank and Lenape Valley Foundation Partnered for Successful Evening of Community Impact

    Meridian Bank and Lenape Valley Foundation Partnered for Successful Evening of Community Impact

    On Jan. 23, Meridian Bank partnered with Lenape Valley Foundation (LVF) for an evening dedicated to community impact and meaningful conversations. “Cocktails & Conversations for a Cause” was more than just an event but also an opportunity to support mental health initiatives and critical services that benefit thousands of individuals in Bucks County. Lenape Valley…

  • Black Cowboys, Intersectionality are Topics of Black History Month Lectures at DCCC

    Black Cowboys, Intersectionality are Topics of Black History Month Lectures at DCCC

    On the heels of Beyonce’s hit album Cowboy Carter (2024), and films such as Lil Nas X’s hit time-travel Western, Old Town Road (2019), and Idris Elba’s Concrete Cowboy (2021), Pulitzer Prize-winning Photojournalist Ron Tarver, MFA will discuss the enduring heritage of Black cowboys on Thursday, Feb. 13 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM at Delaware County…