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Energy Transfer’s Philanthropic Efforts in 2019 Benefit a Number of Pennsylvania Communities
Energy Transfer is one of the largest and most diversified midstream energy companies in the country, and at the core of its business is the belief in giving back to the communities in which its employees live and work. With more than 1,000 employees in Pennsylvania, Energy Transfer supports organizations that strive to make life…
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Former Wilmington University Athletes Take Their Games to Europe as Professionals
By Bob Yearick Two former Wilmington University athletes are pursuing their sports in Europe on the professional level after record-setting careers as Wildcats. Amelia Simmons, Class of 2010, the only basketball All-American (Division II) in WilmU’s history, has played in Germany, Greece, and Malta in the past six years. Now a resident of Msida, Malta,…
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DNB First House of the Week: Last-Standing Home from Original Wayne Village
A historic, one-of-a-kind home with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Wayne. Built in 1890, this gem is the last home standing from the original Wayne Village. And while the property has undergone wide-ranging renovations over the years, the original layout and old-world features have been kept to…
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DELCO Careers – Harcum College
Located in Bryn Mawr, Harcum College couples practical, experiential education with exposure to liberal arts and seeks to enrich its students by broadening their intellectual and cultural horizons, all while embracing its motto, “The College of Possibilities.” College Registrar This position supervises all operations of the Office of Student Records, including registration, course scheduling, and…
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Get Your Money’s Worth Out of College
By David W. Clark, Ed.M. People, rather than programs, are decisive in giving a college education value. Hmmm. It’s an interesting thought, after all that time, effort, and anxiety spent throughout high school nervously searching for the right match of college setting. Is it strong in my prospective major? What about career-focused internships? Retention rate?…
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Harcum College Bolsters Its Historic Arts Curriculum with New Center for Art & Design
A new center marrying function and form — the Harcum College Art & Design Center — will open its doors to upcoming generations of would-be artists and designers in time for the new school year. Edith Harcum, a concert pianist, founded Harcum College in 1915 as a finishing school infused with a fine arts curriculum.…
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DELCO Careers – Five Star Senior Living
Five Star Senior Living, a national healthcare and senior living provider that offers high-quality service and care with the warmth and hospitality of home, has several communities in the region. Five Star focuses on developing its residents’ intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual health through its Lifestyle 360 program. Concierge (Devon) This position monitors all…
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WilmU Adjunct, Upper Darby Grad Defies Odds While Luring Some Big Fish to His Enterprise
By Bob Yearick As one of Shark Tank’s resident savants, Mark Cuban routinely turns thumbs down on the intense, almost desperate sales pitches that entrepreneurs present to him and his fellow sharks. And when he does offer to invest in an enterprise, it’s not often that he’s turned down. But that’s kind of what happened…
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DNB First House of the Week: Colonial Overlooking Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square
A stone colonial with six bedrooms and seven and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Newtown Square. The home sits on a 1.68-acre lot with views of the prestigious Aronimink Golf Club. Among the numerous highlights inside is the large family room with stone fireplace and oversized windows. Meanwhile, the gourmet kitchen features…
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DELCO Careers – Elwyn
Since its beginning in 1852 as one of the nation’s first schools for children with intellectual disabilities, Elwyn has continued to be at the forefront of developing unique, innovative services for people with disabilities. Site Supervisor This position hires, builds, and maintains a team of staff focused on program structure and outcomes; provides timely feedback on job…
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Another College Admissions Controversy: An Advantage for Minority Applicants
By David W. Clark, Ed.M. What we know The College Board, purveyors of the SAT college admissions test taken by more than two million students annually, is now sharing with college admissions offices a proprietary Adversity Score for each applicant. The College Board has long known that there is a direct connection between income and…
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DELCO Careers – Dunwoody Village
Located in Newtown Square, Dunwoody Village is a continuing care retirement community that offers residents unparalleled comfort, award-winning and high-quality healthcare and rehabilitation, and a vibrant lifestyle. Director of Environmental Services This position maintains the highest standards of quality in the administration and upkeep of the facility’s physical environment; supervises, trains, directs, mentors, and schedules…
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Sponsorships Still Available for Meridian Bank Golf Classic Benefitting Surrey Services for Seniors
A few sponsorship packages are still available for the Second Annual Meridian Bank Golf Classic Benefitting Surrey Services for Seniors. This exciting event on Tuesday, Sept. 10 at Applebrook Golf Club in Malvern represents a perfect union of the corporate and nonprofit world. Proceeds will support Surrey’s transportation programs, which transport local seniors to medical…
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Delaware County’s Tourism Agency Changes Name
Destination Delco, Delaware County’s tourism agency, has changed its name and is now doing business as Visit Delco, PA. “Locals know Delaware County is a suburb of the City of Philadelphia, but visitors often confuse us with the State of Delaware,” said Executive Director Steve Byrne. “We wanted our name to be more identifiable and…
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Exton Senior Living Hosts Third Annual Summer Olympics as Residents Excel in Variety of Sports
Exton Senior Living, a Five Star Senior Living community, recently hosted its third annual Summer Olympics. Participating residents were divided into three teams, as they competed in activities like cornhole, volleyball, ladderball, shuffleboard, and water-balloon shot put. The Summer Olympics are a great way to incorporate the dimensions of wellness – physical, social, spiritual, emotional,…
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DNB First House of the Week: Country Beauty in Glen Mills
A classic country home with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Glen Mills. Set on nearly 22 beautiful acres, the home exudes character, history, and timelessness. Highlights include a cozy great room and a warm living room, both with fireplaces. However, the heart of the home is the…
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DELCO Careers – Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
With locations in Radnor and Media, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. is an insurance brokerage and risk management services firm offering client-service capabilities in more than 150 countries around the world. Regional Client Service Leader – Atlantic This position leads workload balancing, staffing efforts, and key talent retention; resolves high-profile client issues by conducting root-cause analysis and…
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Graduates of Harcum College’s Nursing Program Once Again Prove the Value of Its New Curriculum
For the third consecutive year, 100 percent of the graduates of Harcum College’s Nursing Program have passed the NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Exam) on their first attempt. The NCLEX is used to determine if a candidate is ready to become licensed as an entry-level nurse. By comparison, the national pass rate for first-time test takers…
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