Education
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Growing Enrollment Drives Holy Family University’s Residential Development Plans in Bucks County
Fueled by significant enrollment growth, Holy Family University has unveiled plans for a 288-unit residential complex on its Newtown East campus, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The construction would mark the school’s first housing project there since it acquired the property in 1994. The project at 1 Campus Drive calls for 288…
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Your Experience Counts With WilmU’s New MBA Executive Pathway
Are you a skilled manager searching for a Master of Business Administration program that recognizes and rewards your achievements? Wilmington University’s new MBA Executive Pathway offers up to six academic credits for professional experience, saving you time and tuition. “At Wilmington University, we recognize that leadership doesn’t begin in the classroom — it’s forged through real-world experience,”…
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WilmU DBA Grads Talk Cohorts, Commencement and the C-Suite
Considering a Doctor of Business Administration degree? Wilmington University’s DBA program will help you make significant management and leadership contributions to your organization — just ask our recent graduates. “It really opens the doors to the C-suite level,” said Dr. Gavin Tucker, the new President and Principal Program Manager of Togl, a fashion industry startup specializing in high-end…
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Widener Hosts Sept. 3 Open House for OLLI Noncredit Classes
It’s back-to-school season for students of all ages, including the members of Widener University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, or OLLI. OLLI will host an open house on Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Widener’s Chester campus for the public to learn more about membership and all the exciting benefits that come with…
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Germantown Academy Welcomes Familiar Face Back as Head of Upper School
Dave Samson, who was previously a counselor and held other roles at Germantown Academy, recently returned to the Fort Washington school as the head of Upper School, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Samson worked at the school from 2004 to 2015 on the administrative team implementing the House System in 2007, offering…
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1 Delaware County College Gains in 2026 Rankings. Others Are Down
The University of Pennsylvania no longer holds a top-10 honored spot in Niche’s Best Colleges in America rankings. For 2026, the university moved from sixth in 2025 to No. 12 in the 2026 rankings, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. For the region, Swarthmore College is the only other local school besides Penn to even…
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Brandywine Reflects on Five Years of Equity by Design Commissions
This year marks the fifth anniversary of Penn State Brandywine’s Chancellor’s Commissions on Equity by Design, a milestone that highlights the campus’s ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and empowering environment for all. Launched in 2020 under the leadership of Regional Chancellor Marilyn J. Wells, the commissions were established to provide intentional, actionable guidance…
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Pi Gamma Mu at WilmU: Combining Academic Excellence and Community Service
During her senior year at Wilmington University, Rafaella Nero received an unforgettable invitation — offering membership in Pi Gamma Mu (PGM). Founded in 1924, the international honor society for social sciences values scholarship, leadership, and service. “It was a validating moment and proof that my hard work was paying off,” said Nero, who moved to the United States from…
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Harcum College Dental Clinic Earns Top Recognition for Community Impact
The Dental Clinic at Harcum College has been independently recognized for its exceptional contributions to expanding access to healthcare. According to Impact Genome, a national evaluator of program effectiveness, the clinic achieved a 100 percent effectiveness rate — the highest possible score. The clinic’s impact is stronger than 99 percent of similar programs nationwide in…
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New Accreditations Awarded to Programs in Eastern University’s College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Programs within Eastern University’s College of Education and Behavioral Sciences recently earned two major accreditations that recognize its strength and ability to successfully prepare students for impactful careers. The Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education received accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) through the year 2030. NAEYC accreditation has…
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WCU’s Dr. Jennifer Chandler Joins National Leadership Institute for Higher Education Department Chairs
This summer, Dr. Jennifer Chandler, Associate Professor and Chair of Biology, was selected to attend the Department Chair Leadership Institute (DCLI) hosted by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU). She was one of 34 higher education leaders from across the country to participate in a program of skill building and intensive professional…
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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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George K. Huber, Swarthmore Performing Arts Librarian, Remembered
George K. Huber, a retired performing arts librarian at Swarthmore College, spent 41 years of his life mentoring students, faculty and staff about library services as he grew the college’s music catalog and collections of videos, audio files, books, and scores. Mr. Huber, of Swarthmore, has died at age 85, writes Gary Miles for The…
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For the 4th Year, Brandywine Alumni Society Sponsors ‘Dining Under the Stars’
The Brandywine Alumni Society will be a sponsor for “Dining Under the Stars” – a weekly outdoor dining event held on Wednesday evenings on State Street in Media throughout September, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. As part of the Media community, the Brandywine Alumni Society is an event sponsor for the fourth consecutive…
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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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Six Bucks County Schools Make List of Top High Schools in Pennsylvania
U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2025–2026 Best High School Rankings list, which included six Bucks County schools in its top 100 in Pennsylvania, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. New Hope-Solebury High School was the highest-ranked Bucks County school, placing fourth on the list. The high school also ranked among the top…
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This Delaware County High School Named Among Nation’s Best
A Delaware County high school has placed among the top 500 high schools in the nation, as determined by U.S. News & World Report. Radnor High School placed 379th in the nation, according to the “Best High Schools” ranking, writes Joe Brandt for CBS News Philadelphia. In 2016, U.S. News & World Report named Radnor…
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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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