Education
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DCCC Cuts Ribbon on New Southeast Center in Drexel Hill
On Friday, Mar. 27, Delaware County Community College officially unveiled its new Southeast Center in Drexel Hill, completing the transformation of the former Archbishop Prendergast High School into a multi-use facility that provides affordable, quality education, training, and programs to the local community. “Today, we celebrate more than just a new building. We celebrate opportunity,” said Dr.…
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Holy Family’s MFA in Creative Writing Offers Flexible Path for Writers Balancing Work, Life, and Their Craft
When Holy Family University welcomed its first Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing cohort in 2024, the program had already been years in the making. For Dr. Keith Kopka, who began building the program in 2021, the goal wasn’t to replicate a traditional graduate writing experience. It was to build one from the ground…
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Secure Your Spot to Attend Harcum College’s Open House on Apr. 11
Thinking about your next step after high school or considering a fresh start? Harcum College is opening its doors for a Spring Open House … and it’s coming up fast! On Saturday, Apr. 11, from 9:00 AM-12:30 PM, prospective and accepted students are invited to visit campus, explore academic programs, and get a real feel…
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DCCC to Host ‘Discover DCCC’ Event at New Southeast Center on Apr. 9
Delaware County Community College will host a “Discover DCCC” event on Apr. 9 at its new Southeast Center, offering prospective students and their families an opportunity to explore the range of programs, resources, and opportunities available at the College. Attendees will learn about the admissions process and how to take the next step toward their…
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William Penn Superintendent Eric Becoats to Retire in August
After six years at the helm of William Penn School District, Superintendent Dr. Eric Becoats will retire this summer, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. Becoats, who took over the helm at William Penn in May 2020 and led the district through the COVID-19 pandemic, announced his plans in an email to the community.…
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DCCC Student Gillian Keener Named 2026 Guistwhite Scholar, Receives $5,000 Scholarship
Gillian Keener of Aston, a member of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year college students, has been named a 2026 Guistwhite Scholar. She will receive a $5,000 scholarship to complete her baccalaureate studies. Winners were chosen from among 3,000 applicants nationwide, and their selection was based on academic excellence, leadership accomplishments, and…
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Kutztown University Named 2026–2027 Military Friendly Gold School for Veteran Support
Kutztown University continues to build on its commitment to those who served, earning national recognition in the process. Kutztown University has been named a 2026 to 2027 Military Friendly School and earned Gold status. The designation reflects how well KU supports veterans, service members, and military families from enrollment through career placement. More than 3,200…
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WCU Celebrates 250th Signing of ‘The Declaration of Independence’ with a Gathering of PA’s 10 Frederick Douglass Institutes
West Chester University has a one-of-a-kind link to our nation’s founding principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness… Famed Abolitionist, Orator, and Statesman Frederick Douglass, who once had been enslaved but continued to have faith in the promise of independence and equality for all, delivered his last public lecture on West Chester University’s…
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DCCC Opens Southeast Center at Former Prendergast High in Drexel Hill
Delaware County Community College opened its Southeast Center campus at the site of the former Archbishop Prendergast High School on Friday with a ribbon-cutting, writes Alex Rose for the Daily Times. About 150 people attended Friday’s ribbon-cutting, including U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer. The state-of-the-art facility in Drexel Hill is expected to offer training…
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Several Bucks County Schools Make List of the Best High Schools in the State
Six Bucks County public high schools were recently listed among the top 100 in Pennsylvania in a new ranking from U.S. News & World Report. Schools were ranked on six key factors, including college readiness, state assessment proficiency, state assessment performance, underserved student performance, college curriculum breadth, and graduation rate. The first Bucks County school on the list, ranked fourth, is New Hope-Solebury. The school…
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Penn State Great Valley to Host 14th Annual Golf Outing on May 19
Penn State Great Valley will host its 14th Annual Golf Outing on Tuesday, May 19 at Applecross Country Club in Downingtown. Corporate partners, Penn Staters, and golf lovers are invited to enjoy a day out on the green, delicious food and cocktails, a silent auction, and plenty of fun. All proceeds support student scholarships at…
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DCCC Offers ‘Veteran Authors and Memoir Keepers’ Event on Mar. 28
Members of the Delaware County veterans’ community will share their stories of motivation to serve — and the resilience to survive and thrive post-service — on Saturday, Mar. 28, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM at Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) Marple Campus (901 S. Media Line Road, Media). The event will take place in the Academic…
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Eastern University Launches 100-Percent-Online Master’s in AI Business Strategy
Eastern University has launched a new online Master of Science in AI Business Strategy, an innovative program designed to equip business leaders and professionals with the skills to harness artificial intelligence for strategic growth, operational efficiency, and ethical innovation. With a 100-percent-online, flexible, self-paced format, the program is built for working professionals and can be completed…
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Harcum College Welcomes Paul Tomczak as IT Planning Executive Director
Paul Tomczak recently joined Harcum College as Enterprise Resource Planning Executive Director, effective Mar. 23. Tomczak brings more than two decades of leadership experience in enterprise software development and project management, most recently serving with Ellucian, where he directed large-scale software initiatives supporting colleges and universities worldwide. During his tenure, he led global development teams,…
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Attend an Upcoming Conference at GMercyU
April is unofficial Conference Month at Gwynedd Mercy University, with multiple conferences and networking opportunities open to the community. Join GMercyU to meet industry leaders and explore topics that span autism, education, the sports industry, and more. Most are free; some offer Act 48 credits for educators. 19th Annual Autism Institute ConferenceSaturday, April 11 from 8:30 AM-3 PM Cost: Free Format: In-person …
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U.S. Congresswomen Houlahan and Ocasio-Cortez Hold Roundtable Discussion at DCCC
On Friday, Mar. 20, U.S. Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) hosted a roundtable talk at Delaware County Community College’s Downingtown Center on the affordability of education, childcare, and housing. Rep. Houlahan chose the location in part because she shares a personal connection to the experiences of many DCCC students. Joining the two…
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After Decade Leading Bensalem Schools, Superintendent Steps Down
Following ten years leading Bensalem Township School District, Superintendent Samuel Lee has stepped down as the district faces a severe budget crisis, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At the March 11 meeting, the school board approved Lee’s resignation, effective April 1, and finalized a separation agreement for Lee, who had been appointed to…
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Delaware County Leadership: Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer, Penn State Brandywine
Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer at Penn State Brandywine, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in Conshohocken — spending time outdoors with his brother, exploring neighborhood parks, and learning early lessons in leadership and responsibility while delivering newspapers and serving customers as a cashier at the local ACME. Those early experiences helped…
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