West Chester University
West Chester University (WCU), located in West Chester, is a hub of academic diversity and vibrant student life. The university’s commitment to student success is emphasized by Lorraine “Laurie” Bernotsky who replaced Chris Fiorentino as President of West Chester University on July 1st, 2024.
With 180+ academic programs, 300+ clubs, and a location near major east coast cities including Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore, WCU offers a transformative journey to over 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Address: 700 S High St, West Chester, PA 19383
Phone: (610) 436-1000
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West Chester University Kicks Off Earth Week with 2026 Zero Waste Summit
West Chester University will launch its 2026 Earth Week celebration with its annual Zero Waste Summit on Monday, Apr. 20, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM in the Sykes Student Union Ballroom (110…
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West Chester University WCU Week 2026: Complete Event Guide
With Golden Rams at the heart and spirit of WCU, there’s a lot to be excited about this spring. A weeklong series of events will…
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West Chester University Recognized with Three Regional Community Awards
West Chester University (WCU) was recently recognized by three organizations for its commitment to community engagement. The University has received $10,000 in grants to support a public humanities initiative rooted in…
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WCU’s Mather Lecture Series Welcomed NASA’s Dr. Elizabeth Rampe
As NASA prepared for the planned launch of the Artemis 2 mission, the first crewed space flight around the moon in more than 50 years,…
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Retired WCU Criminal Justice Faculty Member Explores Redemption and Life Without Parole in New Book
A female inmate serving life without parole (LWOP) since 1972 painted the cover for Life After Life, a new book authored by Dr. Brian F. O’Neill,…
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WCU’s Dept. of Theatre & Dance Presents Shakespeare’s ‘Henry V’ Apr. 9-12
West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance proudly presents William Shakespeare’s Henry V, Apr. 9-12. This gripping historical drama brings to life one of…
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WCU Celebrates 250th Signing of ‘The Declaration of Independence’ with a Gathering of PA’s 10 Frederick Douglass Institutes
West Chester University has a one-of-a-kind link to our nation’s founding principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness… Famed Abolitionist, Orator, and Statesman…
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Delaware County Leadership: Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer, Penn State Brandywine
Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer at Penn State Brandywine, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in Conshohocken — spending time outdoors with…
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WCU Business Student Organizations’ Food Drive Nets More than 2,500 Items
College of Business and Public Management (CBPM) student organizations hosted a competitive food drive in connection with the Super Bowl this year. The “Soup-er” Bowl…
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The Doo Wop Project Brings ‘Echoes of the Street’ to West Chester University Mar. 28
America’s premier Doo Wop group, The Doo Wop Project, will bring their brand-new 90-minute show, Echoes of the Street, to West Chester University (WCU) on…
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Ridley Park’s John Worley Kept the U.S. Men’s Hockey Team Healthy
John Worley, a Ridley Park native, played a key role in the Gold Medal win of the U.S. men’s hockey team at the Winter Olympics…
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West Chester University’s Jazz Festival Swings Back to Campus Mar. 18-21
The Wells School of Music at West Chester University invites jazz lovers to experience four days of inspired performances at the 36th Annual WCU Jazz…
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WCU Swimming & Diving Wins 38th Men’s Title and 23rd Women’s Title at 2026 PSAC Championships
West Chester University’s Swimming and Diving program capped another leading performance at the 2026 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Swimming Championships, with both the men’s…
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Dr. Tammy James to be Presented PSAC’s L.P. Hill Unity in Sports Award at WCU Home Basketball Game
West Chester University’s (WCU) very own Dr. Tammy James, a longtime faculty member in the Department of Public Health Sciences and now also special assistant…
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Warm Up This Winter with WCU’s Science on Tap Talks
West Chester University’s (WCU) free Science on Tap talks by WCU experts will continue this semester at Barnaby’s Restaurant (15 South High Street, second floor). Programs…
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WCU Professors Co-Executive Produce Documentary Exploring the Impact of Guaranteed Income for Educators
West Chester University (WCU) will release The Hands That Shape Tomorrow, a new documentary co-executive produced by two WCU faculty members: Professor of English Laquana Cooke…
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West Chester University Cottrell Entrepreneurship Center Seeks Big Ideas for 2026 Idea Challenge
The 14th Annual Business Idea Challenge at West Chester University (WCU) is now open, and all ideas are welcome! $11,500 in prize money is being…
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Brandywine Undergrad Danielle Guth Led Trauma, Resiliency Study of Deaf Children
Children who are deaf or hard of hearing may experience higher rates of adverse childhood experiences than their hearing peers, posing long-lasting effects on adult…
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