Education
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Girls Auto Clinic Founder Patrice Banks To Speak at DCCC Oct. 8
Tired of feeling helpless about car repairs and maintenance, Patrice Banks realized she was not the only woman who felt that way. Today she is the Founder of Girls Auto Clinic, an Upper Darby-based growing community of women and girls who are redefining the automotive world on their own terms. She has been featured on…
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Honoring Veterans Day: Karen Marshall Discusses New Book, ‘Finding My Father’s Footsteps’ at Harcum College
As the Harcum College community prepares to honor Veterans Day on Nov. 11, 2024, Karen Marshall will discuss her new book, Finding My Father’s Footsteps: A Journey Within the Battlefields of World War II. The event is open to the public and will take place on Oct. 29, 4-5:00 PM at Harcum’s Charles H. Trout…
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West Chester University Presents Comedian Trey Kennedy Oct. 25
Trey Kennedy, the star Comedian made famous on social media platforms, will take the stage at West Chester University for one performance only on Friday, Oct. 25, at 8 p.m. Tickets are now on sale to the public online or at 610.436.2266. The performance will take place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial…
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How to Secure Strong College Recommendations: The Power of Brag Sheets
The college admissions process can often feel overwhelming, especially when you’re competing against thousands of applicants for a spot at your dream school. One of the most important things you can do is advocate for yourself to ensure you showcase all of your best qualities and accomplishments. But how do you do that effectively? One…
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Get to Know WilmU at a Virtual Open House on Oct. 16
Learn about Wilmington University’s personalized academics in a caring community at an Open House on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Prospective students can either attend virtually, from 7 AM-7 PM, or in-person from 3-7 PM at WilmU’s New Castle Campus, in the Pratt Student Center, located at 320 North Dupont Highway in New Castle. In addition to…
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Swarthmore College Makes Top 5 List for Best Liberal Arts College in US
Swarthmore College has achieved a third-place ranking among liberal arts colleges in the U.S., according to a U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges list. The college, founded by Quakers in 1864, earned high marks from U.S. News for offering courses at nearby college and for its extensive student activities, writes Damon D. Williams for…
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With OLLI, Widener Opens a Door to Knowledge and Friendship
“Curiosity is the compass that guides us to our passions.” The quote from American author Elizabeth Gilbert, best known for her 2006 memoir Eat, Pray, Love, could easily be the slogan for Widener University’s OLLI program. OLLI, (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) exists so that adults ages 50 and above can learn, explore, and socialize. The…
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The Transformative Power of Community Colleges and Democratizing Education: Q&A with DCCC’s President
A first-generation college student born of immigrant parents, Marta Yera Cronin, Ed.D., has served in community colleges for more than two decades. Since assuming the presidency of Delaware County Community College (DCCC) in July 2023, she has focused on providing increased accessibility to education for students in eastern Delaware County and Chester County and introduced…
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Meet Ryan Plummer: The 1865 Law Journal Editor and Paralegal Studies Student
Ryan Plummer is a current student at Peirce College enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies program. Check out the College’s interview below to learn more about Plummer. Where are you from? I was raised in South Florida, but I now live in Central Missouri. What is your educational background? I am currently completing my Bachelor in…
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DCCC Presents Panel on Project 2025 and the 1619 Project on Sept. 30
Delaware County Community College will present a panel, “Examining the Similarities: Project 2025 and the 1619 Project” on Monday, Sept. 30 at the College’s Marple Campus (901 South Media Line Road, Media). The panelists will be: The event will take place from 11:15 AM-12:10 PM in the Large Auditorium, Room 2225, in the Academic Building.…
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In Full-Circle Moment for Two Alumni, DelVal Plans Improvements to Livestock Facility
Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Bucks County Conservation District (BCCD), has announced plans for the implementation of best management practice improvements at its livestock facility on campus. The plans include a new cattle building, pasture renovations, new fencing, wetlands protection, and improved manure management. When complete,…
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Which Famous People Attended Schools in Chester County?
Plenty of famous people have roots in Pennsylvania and Chester County, including some who have attended schools here, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. Whether it was high school, college, or even middle school, these celebrities walked down the same halls and classrooms of these institutions. Screenwriter Brad Ingelsby is a Berwyn native who…
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Immaculata University To Host Multiple Undergraduate Nursing Information Sessions
Immaculata University is hosting information sessions for undergraduate Nursing programs and accelerated, second-degree nursing programs on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Loyola Hall. The two-hour undergraduate nursing information session begins at 9:00 AM and is for high school and college transfer students interested in studying nursing. The information session will provide an overview of Immaculata’s nursing…
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Bernard John Lucci Gifts Villanova $11M Posthumously
An $11 million posthumous gift from a former Villanova University student will fund a senior citizen enrichment program, an endowed chair in Italian Studies and an expansion of the campus library, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. The money comes from the estate of the late Bernard John Lucci of Montgomery County. Lucci took…
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Eastern University Begins State-of-the-Art Renovations on Baseball Field
Eastern University has begun renovating the baseball field on its St. Davids campus. The state-of-the-art updates include a synthetic turf that will be playable year-round, as well as new dugouts, bullpens, padding on all walls, batting cages, a sound system, and a large video board. These features will significantly elevate the team’s in-game experience and…
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Crowdfunding, Amazon Wish Lists–the New Way to Stock Classrooms
Teachers now have to rely on Amazon wish lists and crowdfunding to get the classroom supplies they need to teach, writes Erin McCarthy and Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Many teachers find themselves spending hundreds of dollars at the start of the year to supply their classrooms. This was Megan Connell’s first wish…
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Peirce College Awarded Grant from PECO to Fund Scholarships for Career Bridge Students
Peirce College announced that PECO has awarded the College with a $10,000 grant to fund scholarships for students enrolled in its Career Bridge program. Launched in the fall of 2021, Career Bridge is an innovative program that acts like a GPS for navigating career change and building skills to enhance employment opportunities. The program’s objective is to…
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WCU Basketball Court Honors Coach Legends Deirdre Kane and Dick DeLaney ’69
In true Golden Ram spirit, West Chester University (WCU) recently named its newly designed basketball court after two beloved University basketball coaches who are living legends — former Women’s Basketball Coach Deirdre Kane and former Men’s Basketball Coach Dick DeLaney ’69. More than 300 alumni, former West Chester University athletes, friends, and members of the…
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