Tag: Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education

Republican U.S. Senate Pennsylvania candidate Dave McCormick poses for a picture with a man and woman during his campaign.Leadership

Delaware County Leadership: Dave McCormick, Candidate, U.S. Senate

Dave McCormick, a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in Bloomsburg, where his father was a college…

At the Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence (L-R): Tom Gilbert, President, Pennsylvania Environmental Council; Nur Ritter (with trophy), GNA Stewardship Manager; Jessica Shirley, Acting Secretary, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection; Brad Flamm (with plaque), WCU Director of Sustainability; and Cindy Adams Dunn, Secretary, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.Education

West Chester University's GNA Forest Fest Wins a 2024 Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence

West Chester University has been honored with a Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence for “A Forest Festival Celebrating 50 years of the Robert B…

A Nursing graduate crosses the stage at DCCC’s Commencement.Education

Over 1,200 Students Graduate from Delaware County Community College

On a day that emphasized the power of education to change life trajectories, more than 1,200 students graduated from Delaware County Community College with…

a graduation ceremony at WCU with two graduates with in cap and gown with arms around each other's shoulders.Education

WCU To Graduate More than 3,000 at Spring Commencement Ceremonies

West Chester University has organized three days of commencement ceremonies to accommodate more than 3,000 spring graduates and their guests. Combined with the number…

Dr. Mian A. Jan.Education

Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability to be Presented to Renowned Cardiologist, Dr. Mian A. Jan

The Dinniman Together Fund at West Chester University has established the Drs. Christopher and Susan Fiorentino Award for Diversity and Sustainability in honor of the…

Jasmine H. Buxton.Education

West Chester University Names Jasmine H. Buxton as Vice President for Student Affairs

Following a national search and effective Jul. 1, Jasmine H. Buxton, Ed.D., has been named Vice President for Student Affairs at West Chester University…

Immaculata University campus.Education

Immaculata University Continues Its Support of the Military Named PNGAS Guard-Friendly School for Five Consecutive Years

Immaculata University has again been recognized as a Guard-Friendly School by the Pennsylvania National Guard Association (PNGAS). Immaculata was one of the first educational…

WCU President Christopher M. Fiorentino.Education

West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino Will Be Honored in a Campus-Wide 'This is Your WCU' Legacy Celebration

Question: When a beloved university president prepares to retire following 41 years of dedicated service to a single institution, what happens? Answer: A university gathers…

A flyer with the words "Austrian Association Conference 2024."Education

West Chester University To Host Austrian Studies Conference in Collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania Apr. 11-14

For the first time in its history, West Chester University (WCU) is hosting the annual Austrian Studies Association Conference (ASA) Apr. 11-14.

In collaboration…

people gathered for a presentation at WCU.Education

West Chester University Receives Prestigious Mellon Foundation Grant To Launch the Women’s and Gender Studies Collection

For the first time in its history, West Chester University (WCU) has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation. The grant is…

quill pen and ink.Education

Upcoming West Chester University Pop-Up Poetry Festival Will Feature Workshops, Award Presentations, and Student Performances

West Chester University’s Poetry Center will host a Pop-Up Poetry Festival on Apr. 14 and 15 to celebrate National Poetry Month.

The event…

West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino (center, front row) receives Lifetime Achievement Award. Pictured (l to r, front row) are Kattie Walker, President, Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce; President Fiorentino; Joel Frank, Board Member, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry; (l to r, back row) Steve Aichele, Board Member, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry; Matt Tucker, Board Member, Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce; John O’Brian, Executive Director, West Chester Improvement District.Education

Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino

During a recent celebration of his inspirational legacy, West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino was awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by Downtown West…

An informational graphic on how WCU will present "Silent Sky."Education

West Chester University’s Department of Theatre and Dance Presents 'Silent Sky'

West Chester University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present Silent Sky, a play by Lauren Gunderson that spotlights the untold stories of women…

Golden Ram surrounded by the text "Day of Giving"Education

West Chester University Exceeds Fundraising Goal with Fourth Annual Day of Giving

West Chester University’s fourth annual Day of Giving exceeded its fundraising goal of $180,000. The University’s community demonstrated remarkable strength and generosity…

tulips in front of WCU's campus, indicating spring.Education

WCU’s 41st Annual Presidential Gala Will Fund the 'Last Dollars' Students Need to Graduate

What does a college senior in good academic standing do when they are juggling multiple jobs, are nearly finished with their coursework, and have hit…

Robert Maggio portrait, courtesy of WCUEducation

West Chester University Professor Wins 2024 Richard Rodgers Studio Production Award for Musical, 'Far From the Tree'

West Chester University Professor of Music Theory and Composition Robert Maggio was recently named one of the winners of the 2024 Richard Rodgers Studio Production…

Oneida Falls photo by Erica Thompson.Education

West Chester University Staff Photographer Erica Thompson Exhibits Work in Knauer Gallery

West Chester University (WCU) Staff Photographer and Artist Erica Thompson ’10 is exhibiting her work, Focus Lost and Found and treasures gathered along the way…

Hands holding plate of riceEducation

West Chester University 'Hunger Banquet' Will Dish Out the Reality of World Hunger and Raise Funds for On-Campus Resource Pantry

West Chester University’s second annual Hunger Banquet will explore the causes and effects of hunger while taking steps to eradicate it. The Hunger Banquet…