Education
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Getting Into These Selective Delaware County Colleges Is Tough
In the Philadelphia region, the University of Pennsylvania tops the list of the most difficult colleges to get into, with a 5.9 percent acceptance rate, writes Joanne Drilling and Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. It’s ninth in the nation for selectivity. But there are also some selective Delaware County colleges and universities that rank…
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Widener’s First International Internship Experience Expands Student Skills in Costa Rica
Widener University students recently completed the university’s first international internships, taking on environmental projects in Costa Rica, writes Nicole Carrera, assistant director of communications at Widener University. The hands-on activities offered valuable learning opportunities to the students, who were accompanied by Beatriz Urraca, Widener chair of modern languages; and Stephen Madigosky, professor of environmental science…
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WCU Dept. of Art & Design to Exhibit ‘Passages: An Installation in Progress’ Jan. 21-Mar. 30
From Jan. 21-Mar. 30, West Chester University (WCU) will exhibit Cheryl Harper’s Passages: An Installation in Progress (Passages) in the John H. Baker Gallery, E.O. Bull Center for the Arts, 2 E. Rosewood Ave., West Chester. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM…
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Peirce College Expands Access to Career Bridge Program
Peirce College recently expanded the eligibility requirements for its innovative Career Bridge program so more people have access to the program, which prepares students with the skills, certifications and credentials needed for in-demand jobs before they finish a college degree. More scholarships are now available for a wider range of Career Bridge students, and the college has…
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GMercyU’s Speech-Language Pathology Program Fosters Community Partnerships Through Innovative Approach
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program at Gwynedd Mercy University offers an innovative approach in clinical education by embedding students directly in community settings, according to a staff report from GMercyU. The program enables students to participate in the evaluation and intervention process, including administering comprehensive assessments and delivering personalized therapy sessions. “By…
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DelVal Alumni, Students Shine at the 109th Pennsylvania Farm Show
The Pennsylvania Farm Show, the nation’s largest indoor agricultural exposition, is a celebration of agriculture, community, and tradition. This year, Delaware Valley University was well-represented, showcasing the university’s deep ties to the agricultural community and the strength of its alumni network. Ag Ambassadors at the Exhibit DelVal’s exhibit at the Farm Show was hosted by…
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Enrollment Applications Are Surging at These Delaware County Colleges
Despite changing demographics and the impact of the pandemic, several Philadelphia-area colleges have seen freshman applications surge in the past decade, including four in Delaware County. Trending enrollment declines regionally have meant closing schools like Cabrini College and the University of the Arts, or mergers, like one between St. Joseph’s University and University of the…
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Delaware Valley University to Launch Master of Public Health Program
Delaware Valley University will launch a new Master of Public Health (M.P.H.) program, beginning fall 2025, that is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to address public health challenges. DelVal’s M.P.H. program will help advance the careers of healthcare professionals and individuals seeking a career in public health as the market…
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Crisis Management in Action: A Collaborative Learning Experience at Immaculata University
Immaculata University students gained valuable experience in crisis management during a joint crossover class focusing on crisis leadership, led by George Schwartz ’17 Ed.D., and crisis communications, led by Melissa Rice ’09, Ph.D. During this crossover class, students were first presented with a fictitious company and crisis and placed into groups. Each group then generated…
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Celebrating JetBlue Scholars in Florida
Peirce College recently participated in JetBlue’s annual graduation ceremony in Florida to honor JetBlue Scholars who completed their bachelor’s degrees at Peirce. Dr. Mary Ellen Caro, president and CEO of Peirce College, addressed graduates at the ceremony on Dec. 10 in Orlando and lauded both the graduates and their families for advancing their education while…
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Harcum College Partners for Registered Behavioral Technician Certificate at No Cost
Harcum College is partnering with Chester County Economic Development Council for the Good Jobs Challenge, a federally funded workforce training program designed to train residents in underserved populations in necessary skills and connect them with employment opportunities in healthcare, life sciences, infrastructure, and energy. The Good Jobs Challenge aims to prepare 3,000 residents for high-quality jobs…
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GMercyU on Track for Five-Year Record in Applications, Admits
Gwynedd Mercy University is looking ahead to a strong 2025 fueled by a 70 percent increase in admitted students for fall 2025 compared to this time last year. This is the largest number of admitted students in more than five years. The university has already surpassed the total of fall 2024 first-year admitted students by…
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Big 2024 Endowment Gains for Colleges in Delaware County
There were widespread 2024 endowment gains, some with hundreds of millions in investment returns, for colleges and universities in the Philadelphia region, including some in Delaware County, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. College endowments are gifts and donations that are invested into various stock market funds. Endowments fuel college scholarships, capital projects, endowed…
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Alisa Klein: In-Demand Speaker, Writer, and WilmU Law Professor Tackles Hot-Button Legal Issues
After 30 years of litigating for the U.S. Department of Justice, Alisa Klein happily shares her expertise — in and out of the classroom. The Wilmington University School of Law Professor recently participated in three panel discussions and wrote two blog posts for the Yale Journal on Regulation. “It’s a way of staying connected to the various administrative law professors…
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State Funding Boost to 2 Delaware County School Districts Appreciated, but More Needed
Years of pleading from underfunded Pennsylvania school districts to level the playing field with wealthy school districts finally netted $500 million more in Pennsylvania school funds to those districts in 2024. It’s part of a nine-year state plan sending $4.5 billion to districts inadequately funded, or who are overburdened with excessive property taxes, writes Maddie…
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Temple University Grad Russell Bryant Sues Alma Mater For His Email Address
Worcester real estate attorney Russell Bryant is suing his alma mater, Temple University over its decision to deactivate alumni email accounts, reports Abraham Gutman for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Temple recently announced they would deactivate all alumni email accounts more than a year after graduation and that all would be phased out by May 2025. Bryant…
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New Central Bucks School Superintendent Steven Yanni Shifts Focus from Culture Wars
Steven Yanni, the new Central Bucks School District superintendent, wants to leave behind culture-war battles, an issue that has attracted national attention over the last several years, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Instead, he wants to focus on education. “Conversations about teaching and learning and student achievement have been missing, not just in Central…
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Teacher at Bensalem Elementary School Celebrates Holiday Season with Festive, Extravagant Outfits
Lauren Miller, a teacher at Belmont Hills Elementary in Bensalem, spreads holiday cheer in her class with a new festive outfit for every day of the season, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. “Very early on in teaching, one of the things I loved about it was just being able to celebrate and have fun with…
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