Education
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Six DCCC Track and Field Athletes Qualify for Nationals
They do not even have a track of their own, but that has not stopped the Delaware County Community College Phantoms Men’s and Women’s Track and Field team from tearing it up this spring. Six DCCC student-athletes have qualified for the National Junior College Athletic Association Division III Outdoor Track and Field National Meet, to…
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WilmU Law Students Mentor Local High Schoolers
Opening statements, closing arguments, direct and cross examinations — students tackled all those and more at a recent Mock Trial Boot Camp, where J.D. candidates from Wilmington University School of Law helped local teens develop their talents. “It was very endearing to see these law school students encourage my high school students,” said Tami Soltow, J.D., who practiced…
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DelVal Offers Summer Fun and Learning with Kids U! and Inspire U! Camps
Spark your summer with new experiences! Delaware Valley University’s popular Kids U! and Inspire U! summer camps are back, offering a wide array of engaging and educational experiences for children and teens of all ages. With limited spaces available, parents are encouraged to register their kids now for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and…
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‘Exercise Is Medicine’ Day Gets the WCU Campus Moving on Apr. 23
Between 25 and 30 student organizations and community groups will be on West Chester University’s Academic Quad on Wednesday, Apr. 23, for the University’s annual Exercise is Medicine Day event. Free exercise classes, health checks, giveaways, snacks, and activities will take place from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM. Participants who are coming from South Campus can get…
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Community Rallies for The Den at Wilmington University’s Easter Bunny Breakfast
The Wilmington University community sprang into action to support The Den, WilmU’s food pantry, during the Breakfast With the Easter Bunny event on Saturday, Apr. 5, in New Castle, Del. Attendees generously donated canned goods to help stock the pantry, which, much like an animal’s den, offers comfort, safety, and nourishment to WilmU’s Wildcats. “For…
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Discover Your Future at Penn State Great Valley – Spring 2025 Student Events
Spring is a season of growth, fresh starts, and new opportunities, and there’s no better time to explore how Penn State Great Valley (PSGV) can help you continue to grow and reach your academic and career goals. Whether you’re considering an advanced degree or simply curious about student life and resources, these upcoming spring events…
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Penn State ‘Swipe Out Hunger’ Campaign Returns for 5th Year
For the fifth consecutive year, Penn State is partnering with the national nonprofit Swipe Out Hunger for the spring “Swipe out Hunger” drive. The campaign began Sunday, April 20, and runs through the end of the spring 2025 semester. Penn State students at any residential campus (University Park, Altoona, Beaver, Berks, Brandywine, Behrend, Greater Allegheny, Harrisburg, Hazleton,…
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All Three of DelVal’s Equestrian Teams Qualify for Nationals
All three of Delaware Valley University’s equestrian competition teams — Dressage, Hunt Seat, and Western — successfully qualified for their respective national championship events, with teams and individual riders set to compete for top honors in the nation. The Dressage team is sending five individual student-athletes to nationals in four different events: The Hunt Seat…
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Penn State Brandywine Students Join 200 to Share College Education Stories With Elected Officials
Six Penn State Brandywine student leaders shared their Penn State stories with elected officials in Harrisburg during Advocate Penn State Capital Day on April 9. They were among over 200 students from across Penn State’s campuses who met in the state Capitol to advocate for the University’s annual state appropriation, which supports lower tuition for Pennsylvania…
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DelVal Students Attend the North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge
Four Delaware Valley University recently students participated in the 2025 North American Intercollegiate Dairy Challenge in Gainesville, Fla. The 22nd annual event brought together approximately 260 students from colleges and universities across the U.S. and Canada. This year’s event was hosted by the Southern Region and based at the University of Florida. Dairy Challenge is…
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Holy Family University to Honor CEO of Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center at Commencement
Holy Family University will recognize Louis P. Kassa III, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center (PABC), with an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at its 2025 Graduate Commencement Ceremony on May 17. Kassa will serve as the keynote speaker for both the undergraduate and graduate ceremonies. Kassa leads the Doylestown-based PABC, a nonprofit…
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West Chester University Celebrates Earth Day with 3rd Annual Zero Waste Summit
West Chester University (WCU) will celebrate the 45th anniversary of Earth Day with its 3rd Annual Zero Waste Summit. Hoping to inspire more to reduce waste, “It’s Not a Disposable Earth” invites the public to participate in a number of “Green Light Specials,” free informational tables featuring staggered “how-to” demonstrations about living a low- or zero-waste…
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Four Delaware County Community College Students Named to 2025 All-Pennsylvania Academic Team
April is Community College Month, and four Delaware County Community College students have been recognized as part of the 2025 All-Pennsylvania (All-PA) Academic Team for their academic achievement, leadership, and community service. With this recognition, the students are eligible to attend any one of the 10 Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) universities tuition-free…
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Six Chester County Towns Rank Among Most Educated ZIP Codes in Greater Philadelphia
Six Chester County towns have earned spots on the list of the most educated ZIP codes in Greater Philadelphia, write Joanne Drilling and Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Business Journals looked at over 12,000 ZIP codes nationwide, focusing primarily on educational attainment levels as reported in the latest U.S. Census Bureau’s American…
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Harcum College Names Jordan A. Harris as Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree Recipient
Pennsylvania House Majority Appropriations Chairman Jordan A. Harris is confirmed as speaker and will also receive an honorary doctorate in Political Science at Harcum College’s 109th Commencement Ceremony. The recognition, bestowed upon Harris for his exceptional leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to public service, will be presented during the ceremony, where he will also address…
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Immaculata University Music Major Selected as Presser Scholar
The Immaculata University Music Department’s Olivia Baker ’25 is the recipient of the Presser Foundation’s 2024-25 Undergraduate Scholar Award. The scholarship award is designed to encourage and support the education of a music student who has achieved a high level of musical and academic excellence, demonstrated leadership and service, and contributed to an inclusive community.…
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WilmU’s Cyber Wildcats Practice Cybersecurity Skills
This isn’t the Capture the Flag of your youth. The game’s name is the same, but it takes place in cyberspace. Two teams face off in a live attack scenario — one tries to break into a computer network while the other defends it. People play all over the world, and at Wilmington University, they’re…
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Here’s How Villanova Quietly Came on the Scene for the Rosemont College Merger
Rosemont College in Rosemont has been planning a merger for a while, years, in fact, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Officials brought in a national consulting firm, assembled a list of potential partners, and began talking with several Pennsylvania universities and a local billionaire. Villanova, the university now set to actually absorb Rosemont…
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