Education
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Discovering Hidden Gems: Premium Prep’s Favorite Under-the-Radar Colleges
Finding the right college is about more than just rankings and name recognition. It’s about discovering a place where you can thrive academically, socially, and personally. At Premium Prep College Counseling, our mission is to help students find the best college fit for them. While Ivy League schools and other high-profile universities often dominate the…
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Shannae Taylor: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Shannae Taylor is a graduate of the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and Certificate of Proficiency in Client Services & Quality Service Management programs at Peirce College. “I am a former student and alumni of Peirce College, class of 1998. During that time, I lived on campus and had difficulty adjusting to being on my own as a…
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From Uganda to Medical School: Penn State Abington Graduate Reflects on the Journey
Volunteering to work with young cancer patients at a hospital near his home in Uganda confirmed then-14-year-old Edmund Wekunga’s plans to become a doctor. “The connections I made with the children and seeing their strength in the face of such a tough disease inspired me to pursue medicine. It was those heartfelt interactions that showed me the…
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Holy Family University Adds Women’s Flag Football to Athletics Program
Holy Family University’s Department of Athletics has made the addition of women’s flag football, making it the first Philadelphia institution to add women’s flag football as a varsity sport. Holy Family University (HFU) will begin its inaugural season in the Atlantic East in Spring 2025. Women’s collegiate flag football showcases seven players on a football field…
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Delaware County Community College Calls for Entries for Juried Exhibition of Regional Emerging Artists
The call for entries is open for the gallery at Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) 215/610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition, an annual exhibition that features the work of emerging artists living and working in and around the Philadelphia region. Submissions will be collected until Sept. 5 at 5:00 PM. Regional, emerging artists are invited to submit up…
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Penn State Brandywine Professor Receives Grant for Business Research
Luna Yang, assistant professor of business at Penn State Brandywine, has recently received a $10,000 research grant from the Academy of International Business, writes Christina Billie for Penn State Brandywine. The grant will fund an international study on companies with sites in multiple countries, examining how they invest in natural resources in under-resourced countries. She…
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Get to Know WilmU at a Virtual Open House on Aug. 7
Learn about Wilmington University’s personalized academics in a caring community at a Virtual Open House on Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 7 AM-7 PM. In addition to having the application fee waived at this event, you can: Passionate about a career in health professions? Meet WilmU’s dynamic College of Health Professions staff to dive into the…
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Dorm Decor Done Right: Tips from a College Counseling Pro
Moving into a dorm room is more than just a move; it’s a rite of passage. It’s also big business. College students spend about $27 billion on back-to-college shopping, according to a 2022 report from Deloitte, and with growing companies like Dormify offering to help students make their spaces social media ready, the stakes seem…
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Delaware County Community College Nursing Student Awarded $5K Dunkin’ Scholarship
Natalia Rodriguez Lopez of West Chester, a student at Delaware County Community College (DCCC), has won a 2024 Dunkin’ Philadelphia Regional Scholarship. She is one of 20 students selected from over 1,260 applicants to receive $5,000 to support the pursuit of part-time or full-time undergraduate degrees at accredited colleges, universities, or vocational-technical schools. Students were…
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Finding Your Voice: Tips for a Memorable College Essay
Despite the discussions around AI, the college essay isn’t going anywhere anytime soon; nothing can replace the authenticity and humanity of an honest student voice. The essay is the primary way for applicants to speak directly to admissions officers, showcase their distinctive qualities and experiences, and make a case for why they belong at a…
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Gwynedd Mercy Receives Funding From Lilly Endowment Thriving Congregations Grant
Gwynedd Mercy University has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support an innovative program titled “We are the Now of the Church: Young Adult Synodal Ministry and Thriving Catholic Congregations.” The project is being funded through Lilly Endowment’s Thriving Congregations Initiative. The aim of the initiative is to encourage flourishing congregations…
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Here’s How Much Villanova University Paid for Cabrini’s Campus
Villanova University paid Cabrini University more than $11.5 million for its campus in Radnor, according to Chester County property records, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. That’s in addition to $45 million Villanova is paying to cover Cabrini’s long-term debt and the $25 million or more it’s expected to spend on campus improvements. Villanova…
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Maura Buri: Peirce College MBA Graduate and Raymond L. Palzer Academic Leadership Award Winner
In June 2024, Peirce College celebrated its 159th Commencement Ceremony and to continue the celebration, the College will feature some of its Class of 2024 graduates through the summer. One is Maura Buri, full-time Collections Manager, Master of Business Administration (MBA) Graduate, and Alumni Association Raymond L. Palzer ’52 Academic Leadership Award Winner. While attending…
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The Middle States Commission on Higher Education Reaffirms Accreditation of Wilmington University
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has officially reaffirmed Wilmington University’s accreditation. All seven standards were met with no requirements and no recommendations. “This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our faculty and staff,” said Wilmington University President Dr. LaVerne Harmon. “We are humbled that the MSCHE team noted our commitment…
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Phillies Ball Girl Farrell Everett Is a Penn State Brandywine Alum
Penn State Brandywine alumna Farrell Everett, class of 2023, is having a ball as a Philadelphia Phillies ball girl. Everett began her Penn State journey at Brandywine in 2019, majoring in communications. She said she chose to attend Brandywine because of its proximity to home and her ability to play collegiate softball. “The close-knit community…
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Holy Family University Names Dr. Bindhu Alappat Vice President for Academic Affairs
Bindhu Alappat, Ph.D., has been appointed as Holy Family University’s Vice President of Academic Affairs by the University’s President, Anne Prisco. A seasoned Academic Administrator with over 15 years of experience in Catholic higher education as both a Chemistry Professor and an Administrator, Alappat assumed her new leadership role on Jul. 1. “Our national search yielded…
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Delaware County Community College Student Earns Full Tuition Scholarship to University of Pennsylvania
Chloe Johnson of Paoli is going straight from community college to the Ivy League. She has been awarded a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Pennsylvania, where she will complete her bachelor’s degree. Johnson earned her associate degree in Business Administration from Delaware County Community College (DCCC) in May 2024 while working full-time. A year…







































