West Chester
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Iron Hill Unveils New Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu: A Winter Delight with Signature Beer BBQ Sauce
In a recent culinary update, Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant launched their new Gold Medal Ribs & Chicken Menu. Available at the chain’s Media, Ardmore, and West Chester restaurants until February 29, 2024, this limited-time offer promises to elevate the winter dining experience with a unique blend of flavors and textures. Central to this innovative…
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First National Bank in West Chester Now Primed to be a Steakhouse Opening in February
Coming to West Chester in February, 9 Prime will be serving up Italian steaks, Mediterranean seafood, and pasta in the former First National Bank at 9 North High Street, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The 10,000-square-foot space is set to be a two-story restaurant with a bar, event area, a speakeasy, and can…
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Longtime WCU Council of Trustee Member Judge Dozor Reappointed, Senator Comitta as Newly Appointed
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro recently reappointed one Council of Trustee (COT) member and made one new appointment to West Chester University’s 11-member Council: Judge Barry C. Dozor and State Senator Carolyn Comitta. Members of the Council are appointed by the governor of Pennsylvania for a six-year term and confirmed by the state Senate. Executing Board…
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West Chester University Welcomes Legendary Comedian Joe Conklin for Two Performances in January
West Chester University’s Criminal Justice Student Association (CJSA) brings legendary comedian, singer, and entertainer Joe Conklin with the City Rhythm Orchestra to West Chester University for two benefit performances on Saturday, Jan. 27, and Sunday, Jan. 28, both at 8 PM, in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building and Performing Arts Center at…
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Four Outstanding Alumni to be Honored with President’s Medallions for Service at WCU Commencement
At West Chester University’s winter commencement ceremonies on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15 and 16, four individuals who are alumni and strong supporters of West Chester University and its students are being honored with the 2023 WCU President’s Medallion for Service: John H. Baker ’74; Eileen Reider Glenn ’69, M’99; Joseph F. Kienle, III ’72, M’74; and Roger…
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West Chester Hosts Winter Commencements This Weekend
There are 1,167 students poised to begin the next chapters of their lives following graduation from West Chester University at five separate winter commencement exercises being held Friday and Saturday, Dec. 15 and 16. Four ceremonies organized by college will accommodate the 894 undergraduate students eligible to graduate at the university’s undergraduate commencement ceremonies in Hollinger Fieldhouse…
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A Beloved Tradition Returns: West Chester University’s 102nd Annual Holiday Concert
West Chester University’s 102nd Annual Holiday Concert has become a beloved winter tradition. Campus and community members are invited to jump-start the season and join in this joyous celebration on Saturday, Dec. 9, at 3 PM in the 1200-seat Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building at 700 S. High Street. Professor and Associate Director of Choirs…
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West Chester University Theatre Plans 24th Annual Benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids
The student-led University Theatre group at West Chester University is busily planning its 24th annual benefit show and silent auction to support Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids, a New York-based nonprofit that provides services to those living with AIDS and HIV. Performances are staged in the Mainstage Theatre at the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts…
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West Chester University Continues Tradition of Collecting Holiday Items for Promise Program Students
During its five-week winter break when most students leave campus, WCU will continue its tradition of helping Promise Program students who do not have homes by providing rooms in the residence halls and meals, which are paid for through donor-funded Promise Program Scholarships. Thanks to an annual university-wide holiday drive organized by Head Football Coach…
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After Three-Year Pause, Holiday Clover Market Returns to West Chester
After a three-year hiatus, the Clover Market Holiday Market is coming back to West Chester, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. The carefully curated collection of vintage and artisan goods will take place inside the athletic center at Westtown School on Dec. 2 and 3, from 10 AM to 4 PM. The holiday market…
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West Chester Anti-Vaping Event Organized by Students for Students During Great American Smokeout
West Chester University marketing students are fuming that vaping is inhaling an entire nation with more than 2.1 million youth and about one-third of college students currently using e-cigarettes (National Youth Tobacco Survey, 2023 and Respiratory Care, 2023). Members of the WESCON Student Marketing Club banded together recently to help their college peers publicly commit to…
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Pickle and Beer Lovers Unite for West Chester-Based Levante Brewing’s Pickle Beer
West Chester’s Levante Brewing is partnering with the Fishtown Pickle Project for another round of their popular pickle beer, writes Molly Given for Metro Philadelphia. The release party for the Philly Dilly will take place on Nov. 16 at Levante’s taproom in West Chester — two days after National Pickle Day. Levante will be serving…
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West Chester University to Present the U.S. Premiere of ‘Me, War and Toy Grenade’
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance will present the U.S. Premiere of Me, War and Toy Grenade from Nov. 16 – 19, 2023. WCU Professor Leonard Kelly directs. Me, War and Toy Grenade runs Thursday – Saturday, Nov. 16 – 18, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, Nov. 19, at 2 PM, in the J.P. Adler Studio Theatre, at…
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Ranking Site Names West Chester University as Top Nursing Program in Pennsylvania
The website allnurses.com has ranked West Chester University’s nursing program as the No. 1 top RN to BSN program in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. “Impressively, the program ranks first among 1,922 comparable programs for NCLEX pass rates, cementing its reputation for cultivating skilled nursing professionals,” the allnurses.com website stated. Nancy Barker, associate professor and chair of WCU’s Nursing…
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West Chester Students Raise Over $40,000 for Children at CHOP
The results are in! West Chester University students’ 6-hour, no-sitting RamTHON Event raised $41,014.25 on Saturday, Nov. 4, to help children who are sick and receiving treatment at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia; the donation total is a 35 percent increase over last year’s donation total. A ramtastic time was had by all as RamTHON featured lots of line-dancing,…
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Delaware County Leadership: Jessica Chappell, Executive Director, Safe Harbor of Chester County
Jessica Chappell, executive director of Safe Harbor of Chester County, spoke to DELCO Today about growing up in West Bradford, Chester County, and her lifelong mission to serve others in need. She talked about turning down a spot and Penn State’s main campus to go to college near the beach and about honing her work…
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West Chester University to Host Super Science Saturday for Young Women This Weekend
More than 40 West Chester University women STEM undergrads will spend Saturday, Nov. 4, inspiring younger versions of themselves at the university’s annual Super Science Saturday. Geared for girls in grades 6-12, this free event is designed to boost the girls’ confidence in their ability to be scientists, to provide inspiration and nurture career aspirations…
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West Chester University Museum Exhibit ‘Surrounded by Spirits’ Seeks to Enchant and Mesmerize
The current exhibition in West Chester University’s Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology in the Old Library is magical — literally. Rare potions, amulets, musical instruments, sacred objects, and other artifacts on display in “Surrounded by the Spirits: Paul Stoller and the Songhay Journey Toward Wellbeing” represent West African healing practices including spirit possession, witchcraft and…
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