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Musician Earns Family’s Thanks for Soothing Upset Child With Song
Matt Atwood used his skills as a musician to sooth an upset autistic child outside the Bryn Mawr Wawa this past weekend. Now he’s received a public thanks from the family, reports Bill Anderson for fox29.com. He played his guitar and sang, offering a rendition of Hank Williams’ “Lost Highway” to calm the boy down.…
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For Those With Physical Challenges, This Theater Program Is a Place to Shine
All are welcome at Acting Without Boundaries, especially those with physical disabilities, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc.com. “I’ve said this from day one. In AWB, it doesn’t matter how you look, how you sound, how great your voice is,” said Will Thomas. “You’re just automatically included.” Thomas, 25, from Wilmington, fell in love with the…
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Work of Harcum College’s First Photography Grads Shines Across Subjects, Styles
Members of the first class to graduate from Harcum College’s Photography program are enjoying the benefits of a new partnership with SmugMug to showcase their work. As a result of this corporate partnership, each student was gifted a professional account subscription resulting in a new platform for their photos, as well as a fully functional…
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Choose to Survive Today: A Message to Those Who Are Not Yet Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Editor’s Note: The following was written by David Castro and delivered at an event last month in Reading at a Harcum College Partnership Site that is returning to in-person classes in the fall. Castro heads up a nonprofit that works with Harcum College to offer accredited degree programs in underserved communities. _________________ As I write…
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Harcum College’s Melting Pot of a Men’s Soccer Team Punches Its Ticket to National Championship
The Harcum College men’s soccer team is a testament that soccer truly is the world’s game. With a roster that features players from four different continents and a coach from across the pond, the Bears made program history last weekend with a 2-1 upset of Monroe College, the defending national champions and fourth-ranked team in…
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Harcum College Hosts Drive-Through Commencement; Grads Stop for Diploma, Photo at President’s House
More than 175 graduates of Harcum College – many of them accompanied by family members – piled into their cars and drove through the campus’s back parking lot to receive their diplomas from President Jon Jay DeTemple. The 105th Commencement began at 9 AM with the Dental programs and continued through 4 PM with Human…
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Creativity Abounds in Portfolios of Harcum College’s Interior Design Graduates
In lieu of Harcum College’s annual on-campus show, the 2021 graduates of the Interior Design program completed digital portfolios, making their work widely accessible despite the limitations created by the pandemic, while demonstrating that they all acquired the tools and technology to thrive in the profession. Students and faculty faced the virtual format head on.…
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Students in Harcum College’s Fashion, Photography Programs ‘Put Learning in Play’ with Collaborative Project
Harcum College’s fashion and photography programs recently engaged in a collaborative project at the college’s Art & Design Center. Fashion instructor Angela Edmunds, along with photography director Drew Simcox and instructor Todd Murray, organized a lesson to help students from both programs learn more about what fashion photography demands, while photography students learned more about…
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Harcum College to Showcase Its Degrees in Career-Ready Majors at Open House on Saturday
Harcum College is hosting a Virtual Open House on Saturday, April 17 at 9:30 AM. Any prospective students, family members, or guests interested in attending Harcum College can attend this virtual event. Faculty and admissions staff will be available to answer questions. Learn more about the college’s career-ready programs, many of which are in the…
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Community Artists Invited to Participate in Harcum College’s ‘Murals Mosaic’ Arts Project
To celebrate the restoration of Harcum College’s historic mural collection, the school has launched a companion community arts project called “Murals Mosaic.” Any individual, regardless of age, can have a blank 10” x 10” canvas square will be mailed to them, free of charge. Each square must reflect the theme: “This Moment in Time.” It…
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Bryn Mawr Billionaire’s Investment Group Raises $320M from Private Investors to Acquire More Sports Brands, Factories
Michael Rubin’s Conshohocken-based investment group has managed to raise an additional $320 million from private investors to finance the purchase of more sports brands and factories, writes Joseph N. DiStefano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Bryn Mawr billionaire’s firm is currently also considering whether to launch its sports-gear distributor and manufacturer Fanatics on the stock…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Luxurious Manor Home in Bryn Mawr
A masterfully built manor home with five bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Bryn Mawr. This new construction residence is nestled on a gorgeous and well-manicured one-acre lot. It features an open plan layout that is ideal for entertaining. Highlights include a massive foyer with custom iron door,…
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Harcum College to Host Virtual Experience for Prospective Art, Design Majors on April 8
High school students, transfer students, and non-traditional students interested in learning more about Harcum College’s Art & Design majors are invited to join the college for an immersive Art & Design Experience on Thursday, April 8 at 6 PM. This virtual event is hosted by the Admissions team, who will answer any questions about majoring…
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Harcum Partners with Middle School in Philadelphia to Make College More Accessible
To help increase completion rates for first-generation college students and low-income students, Harcum College has partnered with St. James School to help its graduates earn college degrees. Officials from Harcum and the St. James School, a middle school in the Allegheny West neighborhood of Philadelphia, recently participated via Zoom in a joint signing of a…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: French Manor Luxury Home in Haverford
This home at 957 Wootton Road is available for sale at realtor.com in Haverford. This luxury custom home was designed by McIntyre, Batchelor & Capron and was built with high quality craftsmanship. This French Manor home sits atop the crest of the cul-de-sac and offers over 9,000 square feet of living area. The flagstone walkway…
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Strategic Planning During the Time of COVID: A Blueprint to Fulfill Harcum College’s Mission
How do higher education institutions move forward in the midst of a pandemic? Harcum College has found itself, like many institutions, organizations and businesses, immersed in the immediate need to grapple with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic while still staying true to longer range planning. Our responses have included expanding our distance learning offerings,…
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Aqua Offers Tips to Keep Pipes from Freezing This Winter
As colder weather approaches, Aqua is reminding homeowners that they should take steps now to prevent their household water pipes from freezing this winter. Frozen pipes become a concern when the air temperature drops below freezing for a sustained period. Aqua recommends that customers take the following steps ahead of severe winter weather: Make sure…
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No Need to Cancel Visits with Santa; Harcum College Alum Offers Virtual Option This Season
To the Harcum College community, Joe Gruszka is a 2004 graduate of the Dental Hygiene program and a former faculty member. To the rest of the tri-state area, though, he’s Santa Joe. Prior to the pandemic, Gruszka, dressed as Santa Claus, traveled all over the Delaware Valley during the holiday season. He brought the magic…
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