Lincoln University
Lincoln University is a public, state‑related historically Black university in southeastern Pennsylvania.
Founded in 1854 as Ashmun Institute, it is the nation’s first degree‑granting Historically Black College and University (HBCU).
It serves roughly 2,000 undergraduates and graduates across its Oxford campus and Philadelphia satellite.
Address: 1570 Baltimore Pike, Lincoln University, PA 19352
Phone: (484) 365‑8000
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Lincoln University Grad Darryl Ridgeway Named 2026 Diversity in Business Honoree
Darryl Ridgeway, a Lincoln University graduate and assistant sales manager at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, has been recognized with a 2026 Diversity in…
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Lincoln University Resident’s New Book Highlights Spooky Chester County History
Lincoln University resident Kevin Lagowksi is shining a light on Chester County’s eerie history with his latest book, writes Ken Mammarella for Chester County Press.…
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Lincoln University to Break Ground on New Residence Hall Next Month
Lincoln University will mark the start of construction on its new 320-bed residence hall with the official groundbreaking ceremony set for next month, writes Ryan…
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Harcum College Honors Trustee and Alumni at Circle of Excellence Dinner
Harcum College celebrated the achievements of three esteemed individuals during the Circle of Excellence Dinner held in Klein Hall on Friday, Oct. 4. Over 100…
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Chester Track Coach Jamal Allen Overcomes Adversity to Inspire His Athletes
Jamal Allen instructs his student athletes from a wheelchair, continuing to make a difference in the lives of his kids, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc.…
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44 Cadets Graduate from Delaware County Community College’s Municipal Police Academy
Forty-four new police officers graduated from Delaware County Community College’s Municipal Police Academy on Thursday, Jun. 13 during a ceremony held at Ridley High School…
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Delaware County Leadership: Bertram L. Lawson II, President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Brandywine
In July 2023, Bertram L. Lawson, II began his newest chapter in the YMCA movement, stepping into the role of President and CEO of YMCA…
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Lincoln Professor’s Installation Project Shows Brandywine Valley Artists in Another Dimension
A Lincoln University professor is showing Chester County artists in a new light. The Projected in Place exhibit is the brainchild of Michael Lynch and…
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Upper Darby Carpet Master’s Life Captured in Comic Novel
“My dad’s genius is in his hands,” said David Amadio, describing his father Jerry, a carpet master in Upper Darby. David, who teaches writing at…
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Former Springfield School District Superintendent to Serve on P.I.T. Trustees
The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology (P.I.T.) in Media has named three new board members to its Board of Trustees in its ongoing mission to providing…
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Turnover is Churning in the Region’s Higher Education World
Major changes are occurring in the region’s higher education world as presidents of many local universities and colleges are leaving for new opportunities, writes Sandy…
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Remembering Albert Einstein’s Visit to Lincoln University in 1946
History runs deep at Lincoln University, the nation’s first degree-granting HBCU (historically black college/university) and one of suburban Philadelphia’s seemingly underappreciated treasures. It’s the alma…
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Darby Resident Leads Calisthenics Charge in Philadelphia Area
Evan Harden, a Darby resident and Lincoln University graduate, went from being shot as a teenager to leading the calisthenics charge in the Philadelphia area,…
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African-American Leaders Say Cheyney, Lincoln Need to Become Powerhouses of Technology to Succeed
The importance of Cheyney and Lincoln universities was highlighted recently at the United Negro College Fund’s inaugural Philadelphia Leaders Luncheon, writes John Mitchell for The…
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As Cigarette Ads Continue to Profile, Lincoln and Cheyney to Ban Tobacco on Campus
Lincoln and Cheyney universities are joining a growing list of colleges that are banning tobacco on campus, writes Sara Hoover for WHYY. Currently, less than…
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