Education
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WCU To Host Sustainability Double Feature on Oct. 16 Featuring Greg Wrenn and Zach Brown
Writer Greg Wrenn turned to coral reefs and a psychedelic tea called ayahuasca in search of healing from complex PTSD. Mothership: A Memoir of Wonder and Crisis is his deeply researched account of that journey and the subject of his free presentation at West Chester University on Wednesday, Oct. 16. This event begins at 3:30 PM in…
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DCCC Receives Bequest of $1 Million from Louise A. Strauss
The Delaware County Community College (DCCC) Educational Foundation has received an estate gift of $1 million from the late Louise A. Strauss. The gift will establish an endowed scholarship fund for students from Coatesville who wish to attend DCCC. As the community college of Delaware and Chester Counties, DCCC currently enrolls over 320 students per…
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Immaculata University Hosting Undergraduate Open House Nov. 16
Immaculata University is hosting an open house on its Malvern campus on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. This event is designed for high school students and college students interested in transferring. Attendees can enjoy a buffet breakfast and meet with admissions counselors to discuss academic programs, financial aid, student clubs and organizations, athletics…
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GMercyU Prof Inspires New Best Practice for International Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program
Through a transformative educational initiative called the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program, Gwynedd Mercy University students have been gaining unique perspectives about social justice and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, according to a staff report from GMercyU. The international program brings incarcerated and non-incarcerated students together as peers and facilitates dialogue and education across…
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WCU’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference Highlights Empowerment Through Collaboration
During National Women’s Small Business Month this October, West Chester University’s Cottrell Entrepreneurial Center and SCORE of Chester and Delaware Counties, in partnership with the Chamber Alliance of Chester County, celebrate the important contributions and achievements of women-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs with the WCU Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference. This in-person event will be held at Sykes…
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DCCC Hosts Fall Open House Events in Delaware and Chester Counties in October
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will hold two Fall Open House events this October. On Monday, Oct. 14 from 4-5:00 PM, prospective students are invited to take a tour of DCCC’s Downingtown Center (100 Bond Drive, Downingtown), with the branch director and an admissions representative. For the Downingtown Center Tour, visit DCCC, call 610-723-4000, or register here. On…
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Harcum College Launches Peer Support Program for Students in Recovery with IBX Foundation Grant
The Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Foundation awarded Harcum College a grant to establish a peer support program for students in recovery from substance use and/or mental health conditions. The program encourages an inclusive environment where students who identify as being in recovery can build community and access resources to promote their success and well-being. A…
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ITAG To Host TECH360 Annual Technology Conference Nov. 14 at Penn State Great Valley
While data informs the majority of today’s key strategic business decisions, leaders often struggle to keep up with the pace of changing technology and overwhelming options. In response, Innovative Technology Action Group (ITAG), founded in 1998 as an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), will present the 2024 TECH360 Innovative Business Technology Conference…
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Delaware County Leadership: Gary Liguori, Chancellor and Dean, Penn State Abington
Gary Liguori, Chancellor and Dean at Penn State Abington, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up on Long Island, where his interest in running earned him a college scholarship. However, as a first-generation college student, he struggled academically and dropped out before eventually returning years later to earn his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate. Liguori discussed…
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West Chester University’s New President Laurie Bernotsky Offers an Inclusive Vision
The new president of West Chester University wants you to call her Laurie, and if she needs to talk to you, she’ll probably bring snacks. But don’t let the informality fool you. Dr. R. Laurie Bernotsky, West Chester University’s new 16th president, is all about getting to work exploring ideas that are good for the…
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WCU Earns Fifth HEED Award for Excellence in Advancing DEI
For the fifth consecutive year, West Chester University has received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. This national honor recognizes U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). “The HEED Award demonstrates engagement in…
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Harcum College Honors Trustee and Alumni at Circle of Excellence Dinner
Harcum College celebrated the achievements of three esteemed individuals during the Circle of Excellence Dinner held in Klein Hall on Friday, Oct. 4. Over 100 guests attended the event, hosted by President Jon Jay DeTemple and First Lady Margi DeTemple. This year, in memory of Harcum’s loyal Trustee Louise Strauss (1960-2024), the Circle of Excellence…
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Harcum College Celebrates a Successful Day of Giving at Annual Founders’ Day on Sept. 30
Harcum College’s Founders’ Day 2024 kicked off on Monday, Sept. 30, with a reception for employees and friends at Bedford Hall. As Harcum’s annual Day of Giving, it presents a unique opportunity for every member of the Harcum family to come together to make an impact. This special day celebrates the legacy of the college’s…
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Villanova’s $1.25B Capital Campaign Is the Largest in Its History
Villanova University is embarking on the largest capital campaign in its history as it embraces multiple projects that include acquisition of the Cabrini University campus, construction of a new library, and an expansion of its engineering building, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Part of the campaign funds will cover $300 million in scholarships.…
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WCU Hosts ‘Show Her the Money’ Screening To Amplify Women’s Voices in Entrepreneurship
In a powerful precursor to West Chester University’s upcoming Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference on Oct. 18, the campus hosted a screening of Show Her the Money, a documentary highlighting the struggles and successes of women entrepreneurs in securing venture capital. The screening on Sept. 25, organized by WCU’s Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center and the Keiretsu Forum Mid-Atlantic, focused on…
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Dr. Kyle J. Boyer Will Deliver WCU’s Fifth Annual Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture Oct. 10
Educator, Minister, and Social Justice Advocate Dr. Kyle J. Boyer will deliver the Fifth Annual Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 3:00 PM at West Chester University. He will discuss “America’s Alternative: Embracing the Prophetic Possibilities of Frederick Douglass” in the University’s Philips Autograph Library, Philips Memorial Building…
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Meet Makaila Davis: Bachelor of Liberal Studies Graduate, Master’s Degree Student, and Founder of Angels Protection Inc.
Peirce College recently celebrated its 159th Commencement Ceremony and to continue the celebration, the College continued to feature some of its Class of 2024 graduates through the summer. Today’s feature is Makaila Davis, Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies graduate, current master’s degree student, and founder of a nonprofit organization called Angels Protection Inc. While…
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How to Turn Your Interests into Strengths for College Applications
As college admissions become increasingly competitive, students are faced with a challenge: how do you stand out? One of the most effective ways to differentiate yourself in the applicant pool is by demonstrating genuine interests and passions. While academics are crucial, colleges want to know who you are and what you enjoy outside the classroom.…
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