Education
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Villanova University Team Played a Role in Capturing Black Hole
When a global team announced last week they had the first-ever image of a black hole at the center of our galaxy, a Villanova University scientist was right there with them, writes Alicia Vitarelli and the 6abc Digital Staff. Joey Neilsen, Ph.D., an assistant professor of physics at Villanova University, had been on a decade-long…
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P.I.T. in Media Hosts May 21 Summer Virtual Open House
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is hosting a Summer Virtual Open House Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m. to noon, for people wanting to find out more about what this local nonprofit college can offer. Your education at P.I.T. is all about your success — with outstanding professional programs; small, personalized classes; a caring, mentoring…
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Penn State Brandywine celebrates graduates at spring commencement ceremony
More than 90 graduates received their bachelor’s degrees at Penn State Brandywine’s spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 7 in the campus gymnasium. The spring commencement also included a celebration of 2020 graduates, who did not have an in-person commencement ceremony due to the pandemic. Chancellor Marilyn J. Wells addressed the graduates. “Each generation has…
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West Chester University Recognizes 42 Excellent Students for the 1871 Award
This year, 42 West Chester University students have been recognized with the 1871 Awards. Established in 2018, the 1871 Award represents the year in which West Chester University was founded. This year’s awards were presented in late April as the university closed its sesquicentennial year. Limited to an annual maximum of 71 students, the…
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Dr. Arsine Oshagan of Radnor, Dedicated to the Armenian Community, Has Died
Educator Dr. Arsine Oshagan, who dedicated her life to enhancing the educational and cultural heritage of Armenians worldwide, has died. Dr. Oshagan of Radnor had a prominent role in the Philadelphia Armenian community, making contributions at the local, national and international level. She died April 28 at the age of 80, writes Valerie Russ for…
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WCU Recognizes 33 Exceptional Teacher-Scholars Who ‘Bring Excellence to the Classroom’
West Chester University has ushered in an exciting new era for research while remaining committed to its priority of teaching first and foremost. At a time when the university prepares to celebrate its next class of soon-to-be graduates, WCU recently recognized another outstanding academic class — 33 exceptional teacher-scholars whose compelling research efforts are enhancing issues related to…
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Judge Moves From Court to High School to Keep Teens on the Right Track
District Justice W. Keith Williams II, whose court covers Yeadon, Lansdowne and East Lansdowne, is tired of seeing young people in his courtroom, writes Antionette Lee for KYW Newsradio. That’s why this 1983 Penn Wood High School graduate has stepped up as a volunteer with Men on Mission. “The program is just an opportunity for…
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WilmU’s College of Technology Prepares Students for Booming Tech Industries
Dr. James Fraley has been a faculty member at Wilmington University’s College of Technology for more than a decade. But in the past few years, he’s noticed an influx of WilmU students interested in earning master’s degrees or certificates in technology-based programs. Even though some have little to no experience in the field, they sense…
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This Pennsylvania Institute of Technology Program Lets Some Seniors Audit Courses for Free
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology in Media offers those age 65 and older a chance to audit some of its courses for free. P.I.T.’s 65+ Tuition Waiver Program invites P.I.T. alumni, spouses or partners of alumni, and friends age 65 or older to join P.I.T.’s passionate educational community by auditing select courses. To qualify, you…
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Immaculata to Honor Dr. Maria Cuddy-Casey with Distinguished Professor Award
Immaculata University will honor Dr. Maria Cuddy-Casey with the 2022 Immaculata University Distinguished Professor Award during commencement on May 15. She is a professor of psychology in the Department of Psychology and Counseling. Since attaining full-time status as a professor in 2007, Cuddy-Casey has assumed many roles, such as two terms as the undergraduate psychology department…
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WCU Announces Summer Camps, Programs for Youth of All Ages
West Chester University has announced dates and information for summer programs and camps to entertain and enrich area students from ages 7-22. In all, more than 20 camps offer high-quality, low-cost programming to keep students mentally and physically active this summer. Information and links to registration can be found here. Programs are taught by expert faculty,…
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Penn State Brandywine Hosts 2022 Commencement Exercise Saturday
Penn State Brandywine will celebrate the achievements of its spring 2022 graduates — as well as recognize 2020 graduates — at its commencement ceremony at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 7, on the campus lawn. In the case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the campus’ Commons/Athletic Center gymnasium at 10:30 a.m. “Commencement…
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West Chester University Celebrates New Research Status by Honoring Faculty
West Chester University, with more than 17,600 students, honored 34 of its professors for their research work at a Friday, April 29 event. The Spotlight on Faculty Research ceremony celebrated the university’s new Research 2 (R2) status. The 2-hour event took place in the university’s new Sciences and Engineering Center & The Commons. The research…
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DELCO Careers — CCRES
CCRES, Downingtown, specializes in providing over 1,500 professional, dedicated staff members to meet the needs of children and adults challenged by autism, behavioral health issues, mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities. It works in collaboration with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system. There are numerous advantages to a CCRES career, including…
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WilmU One of America’s Most-Transfer-Friendly Colleges: ‘We Dedicate Ourselves to Making the Process Seamless’
For the second year in a row, Wilmington University has been named one of America’s most-transfer-friendly colleges by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK). One of just 171 colleges on Phi Theta Kappa’s 2022 Transfer Honor Roll, WilmU was recognized for its dynamic pathways that support transfer students through its open admissions policy, affordable…
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Commencement Speakers Line Up at Local Universities in May
Philadelphia-area colleges will host a variety of commencement speakers this May, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Here’s who you can expect to see at colleges and universities here in Delaware County. On May 7, Cheyney University welcomes the Hon. Cynthia Baldwin, one of the first African American women to serve on the Pennsylvania…
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Communication Major Jake Loburak Named Valedictorian at Neumann University
Jake Loburak stole the show at Neumann University’s 2022 academic awards convocation. The senior received a standing ovation from Neumann’s faculty as he took the stage to receive the valedictory medal after Dr. Lawrence DiPaolo’s introduction, which highlighted Loburak’s many accomplishments during his four years on campus. A Communication and Digital Media major, Loburak earned…
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West Chester University Closes Out 150th Anniversary Celebration With Community Open House
It was like visiting an academic theme park, where the thrill of a roller coaster was replaced with the excitement of scientific and artistic exploration, eye-catching technologies, and enthusiastic students and faculty showcasing what they most cared about. West Chester University closed out its year-long celebration of its 150th anniversary with an open house recently.…
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