Education
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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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WCU to Celebrate Beloved Mascot’s Birthday During Saturday’s Basketball Doubleheader
A bounce house, balloon artist, party favors, face painting, and more at WCU. With all the makings of a fun-filled birthday party, West Chester University’s beloved mascot Rammy will “hoop-it-up” during the men’s and women’s basketball games against East Stroudsburg University on Saturday, Feb. 26 at 1 PM and 3 PM in Hollinger Field House.…
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Neumann Skaters Inspire Chester Youngsters to Aim High
Players on the Neumann University women’s ice hockey team met students from the Drexel Neumann Academy in Chester on Feb. 19 to encourage them to attend college and earn a degree. The meeting was at Ice Works in Aston. It took place before Neumann’s Senior Day celebration and home match against Manhattanville College. Along with…
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Open House Lets You Explore Possibilities at Valley Forge Military College
Valley Forge Military College at 1001 Eagle Road in Wayne, is hosting an open house on Saturday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon, for those interested in finding out more about what the college has to offer. Valley Forge Military College is a private two-year college recognized as the Military College of Pennsylvania. At…
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Penn State Great Valley to Host 10th Annual Golf Outing on May 17
Penn State Great Valley will host its 10th annual golf outing to support campus programs on Tuesday, May 17 at the Applecross Country Club in Downingtown. The first $25,000 raised will be matched by the university, creating double the impact. This year’s outing will support the Great Valley LaunchBox, which helps early-stage entrepreneurs by inspiring, advising,…
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Pennsylvania Institute of Technology Students Get Scholarship Help
In recognition of February as Financial Aid Awareness Month, the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is highlighting the scholarships it has available for its students. The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a private non-profit college offering education for career development and advancement, college transfer opportunities, and personal growth. Students enrolled at P.I.T. have access to two-year…
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Students Look Inward and Explore Values at Penn State Brandywine Workshop
Student-workers from across Penn State Brandywine recently explored their identity and values at a professional development workshop, writes Ayako Ota for Penn State Brandywine. “It was eye-opening,” said Ankur Sinha, a first-year Brandywine student who works as a life office assistant. “It definitely brought in a different aspect of career development that I hadn’t thought…
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Discussion, Book Signing by Renowned Author to Highlight 25th Anniversary of WCU’s Frederick Douglass Institute
West Chester University’s Frederick Douglass Institute, which is the first of its kind and the leader among Douglass institutes in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is celebrating its 25th-plus anniversary in a way that ties the issues of the past to the issues of the present. Robert S. Levine, University of Maryland Distinguished…
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Immaculata to Host Virtual Open House for Grad Programs on March 1
Immaculata University’s College of Graduate Studies will host a virtual open house on Tuesday, March 1 at 4 PM. The event will begin with a brief overview of admissions and financial aid, followed by break-out sessions for individual programs, including doctorates in education and psychology, teaching certifications, and educational endorsements, as well as master’s programs…
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Delaware County Community College President Announces 2023 Retirement
After six years heading up Delaware County Community College, DCCC President L. Joy Gates Black announced she will retire in June 2023, writes Kennedy Rose for Philadelphia Business Journal. Gates Black was the 55-year-old community college’s first Black and first female president. No successor has been announced. Delaware County Community College serves about 10,000 students…
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CBS: WCU Prof’s Mentorship Program Closes an Achievement Gap One Student at a Time
Dr. Tammy James, a WCU professor, has launched a pilot program to provide support to Black male students who are struggling academically, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS Philly. Compass pairs Black male undergrads with Black male graduate students, who meet once a week to monitor the student’s academic progress and connect them with resources. “They…
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WCU’s Weekly Sustainability Research and Practice Seminars Show Breadth of Faculty Expertise
Each semester, West Chester University’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) organizes a number of events that promote environmental awareness and climate consciousness; encourage commuting alternatives; promote reduced consumption of resources, as well as reuse and recycling; and other “green” subjects. Among these are weekly Sustainability Research and Practice Seminars that feature WCU experts in various fields,…
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Gov. Wolf Visits Upper Darby High With a Plan for More School Funding
Upper Darby High School was the backdrop for PA Gov. Tom Wolf Friday as he spoke about a state education funding plan in his 2022 state budget proposal, writes Mallory Falk for WHYY. He’s proposing boosting K-12 spending by $1.75 billion, with another $70 million for early childhood education. The money is there without…
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Neumann’s Studio Day Offers Hands-on Experience for High School Students
Studio Day at Neumann University is an opportunity for high school students who are interested in broadcasting and communications to use the state-of-the-art professional technology in the Mullen Communication Center on campus. This year’s Studio Day is set for Saturday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon. The event is designed to maximize hands-on experience…
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DELCO Careers — CCRES
CCRES 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. The Downingtown…
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Penn State Brandywine Celebrates Black History Month With Events
Penn State Brandywine is providing programming and events throughout the month of February to celebrate Black History Month. Below is a list of ways the campus community can participate in this month dedicated to honoring Black history. Black History Month Trivia Game Show Feb. 10, 12:15-1:15 p.m., at Parsons Hall. Test your knowledge of Black History.…
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Immaculata Receives $100,000 Grant to Purchase Equipment for New Science Building
Immaculata University has received a $100,000 grant from the George I. Alden Trust. The funds will assist in the procurement of science and simulation equipment for the new Parsons Science Pavilion, which is currently under construction. The grant will also expand the nursing simulation labs. Enrollment in healthcare and STEM-related majors has steadily increased. In…
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Harcum College Offers Two Sensible Career Paths in Healthcare That Make a Real Difference in People’s Lives
Many people are interested in training for healthcare careers because of the increasing demand for professionals in the field. However, the prospect of four years of college and incurring student debt can be a deterrent to going back to school or changing careers. Harcum College has a solution. Harcum College offers affordable and accessible career…
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