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Neumann University Students Move into historic Delco Convent
Since the first section of Our Lady of Angels Convent was built in 1873, it had been home only to the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia. That 149-year tradition changed on August 25, 2022, when the first group of Neumann University students moved into one wing of the historic building, which is now part…
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Neumann Alumnus Grabs Emmy Nomination for Documentary
Jake Loburak, a native of Lansdale and recent graduate of Neumann University, has received a nomination for an Emmy Award, based on his work as executive producer and videographer for a student-produced documentary series titled Between the Blue Lines. The five-part documentary tracks the Neumann University men’s ice hockey team through the course of its 2021-2022…
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Her 1st Novel at 70 Is All About Rum Raisin and Romance
Harriet Fry, a 1995 alumna of Neumann University, decided it was time to try her hand at fiction writing. After decades of writing non-fiction, Harriet Fry started with a fictional short story that soon took on a life of its own, culminating in the novel Rum Raisin Rendezvous, about a breezy summer romance set in…
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Neumann University Receives $102,000 Scholarship Grant
The W.W. Smith Charitable Trust has awarded Neumann University a grant of $102,000 to fund undergraduate student scholarships in 2022-23. Scholarship funds between $2,000 to $10,000 per year may be used to cover tuition, room, board, or books for students who meet the eligibility requirements. The grant will assist between 11 and 51 Neumann University…
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Aston Native Talks About His Role in Aaron Sorkin’s ‘Mockingbird’
“To Kill a Mockingbird,” Aaron Sorkin’s take on the Harper Lee classic novel has arrived in Philadelphia and one of its performers is Aston native Greg Wood, writes Brenda Hillegas for gohomephillyblog.com in Philadelphia RowHome Magazine. Wood has performed at the Walnut, the Arden, and the Hedgerow Theater in Media. He didn’t start out with…
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Neumann University Student Will Represent Flyers at NHL Draft on ESPN
The Philadelphia Flyers have invited Jasmine Martinez, a senior at Neumann University, to help represent the team at the podium for the Flyers’ first draft pick (#5 overall) during ESPN’s national coverage of the NHL draft on Thursday, July 7. The draft starts at 7 p.m. from the Bell Centre in Montreal. Valerie Camillo, president…
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Neumann University: Camp Rainbow Returns for Aston Youngsters
Camp Rainbow is back after a one-year hiatus from COVID-19. The summer recreation program for youngsters in Aston Township began June 20 and runs through July 29, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Camp Rainbow is open to Aston boys and girls who will enter grades one through five in the fall at a…
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‘Breathe,’ a New Film With Jennifer Hudson Will Shoot Some Scenes in Aston
A new movie “Breathe” will start shooting in the Philadelphia area, including in parts of Aston, writes HughE Dillon for Philly ChitChat. Actress Jennifer Hudson, who has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony, has a key role in the film. The film is in pre-production. Sets are being built at the Sun Center Studios…
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SCORE Award Winner: J. Howell Maritime in Aston
Each year SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties recognizes owners and entrepreneurs that have demonstrated unique vision, innovation, and achievement in support of the local economy and small business community. This year, congratulations went to five 2022 Small Business Achievement Award winners honored June 16 at a celebratory luncheon at the Concord Country Club. Find out more…
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Women in STEM: Research Grants for 3 Neumann Math Majors
Two enlightening math projects dealing with the spread of COVID-19 and using artificial intelligence to predict the outcome of karate matches will be on the agenda this summer for three young women at Neumann University. The three math majors will receive Clare Boothe Luce undergraduate research scholar awards of $5,000 each for 150 hours of…
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Neumann University Named a College of Distinction
A guide for college-bound students has recognized Neumann University as a College of Distinction for its excellence in higher education in 2022-23. Neumann was cited by the Colleges of Distinction 2022-23 guide. It cites Neumann University as a College of Distinction for its collaborative learning, strong liberal arts curriculum, professional career preparation, required internships, and many opportunities for community service. The…
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Pandemic Anxiety Puts Student on a Path That Ends With a Neumann Scholarship
The regular high school route just wasn’t working for Vincent Varallo, writes Mark Zimmaro for South Philly Review. Varallo suffered from anxiety before the pandemic and the shutdown made it worse. “Prior to, and especially during the pandemic, I didn’t feel my brick-and-mortar school was allowing me to be myself and reach my full educational…
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Neumann University to Host Graduate Information Session on June 8
Neumann University will host an in-person information session about its graduate and degree completion programs on Wednesday, June 8, from 5-7:30 p.m. in the Rocco Abessinio Building. Two new master’s degrees, scheduled to begin this fall, are the MS in Cybersecurity and the MS in Forensic Psychology. The MS in Cybersecurity is offered online and…
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Graduation Celebration: 364 Earn Degrees at Neumann University
“What can stop you if a global pandemic could not?” commencement speaker John R. McConnell asked the Neumann University class of 2022 graduates. “Nothing!” shouted one of the graduates, a response that elicited thunderous applause from the 2,000 people in the audience. The exchange captured the excitement of the day as Neumann University awarded doctoral,…
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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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Neumann Professor Partners With Delco Probation Office on Repeat Offender Data
The Delaware County Adult Probation and Parole Office has retained Dr. Leanne Havis, professor of Criminal Justice at Neumann University, as a consultant to help analyze local recidivism data and identify trends to guide decisions that might lower the county’s repeat-offender rate. Currently, the county has what Havis describes as “a great case management system.”…
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Senior Lift Offers Free Technology Seminar at Neumann University
Senior Lift, a nonprofit organization that has been teaching technology skills to seniors for 13 years, is offering a free technology seminar on Monday, April 25, from 4-6 p.m. in the Abessinio Building at Neumann University. Dr. Thomas Dodds, director of the Cybersecurity program at Neumann, will present the technology seminar to give participants a…
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Climate Change Expert to Offer Solutions at Neumann University
“Human-caused climate change is a global emergency, which disproportionately affects the people who are least responsible for the problem,” writes David Blockstein, Ph.D., the co-director of Solve Climate by 2030. Blockstein will present evidence of climate change and offer solutions that he believes can make a difference in a program titled “Teaching the World about Climate Solutions and…
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