Education
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Donated Classrooms Give St. Francis of Assisi Students a Place to Learn
As investigators continue to search for the cause of an Oct. 7 fire that devastated St. Francis of Assisi School in Springfield, another school has stepped up with nine classrooms for the displaced students. The fire destroyed the building that housed the lower grades of the school, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS Philadelphia. There have…
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Leyla Brittan: From Storytelling Student to Published Novelist
Leyla Brittan’s journey from a Harvard graduate to a published author exemplifies how embracing one’s unique narrative can lead to extraordinary success. After earning a bachelor’s degree in English with a secondary in computer science from Harvard in 2019, Brittan explored diverse fields, from rock climbing journalism to television production. In 2023, she received her…
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DelVal to Host Experts from Naval War College and Its Foundation for Presentation on AI, National Security
Delaware Valley University’s Criminal Justice Department, in partnership with the Bucks County Herald, will host an educational discussion, entitled “AI: Addressing Its Implications for National Security,” that features experts on national security from the Naval War College and and its foundation. The event will take place on Monday, Nov. 4 at 5:30 PM in the…
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Penn State Abington Mentoring Program Aims To Stem First-Year Teacher Attrition
Research out of Penn State’s Center for Evaluation and Education Policy Analysis found that the highest attrition rates among teachers in the Philadelphia region were for those with the least amount of experience. Retaining early career teachers is an important strategy in improving teacher effectiveness and ultimately student outcomes, so Penn State Abington faculty created the Teacher Education Mentoring Program (TEMP)…
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DelVal Named Among Best in Region by Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report
Delaware Valley University was once again recognized as one of the top colleges in the region by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. In The Princeton Review’s “2025 Best Colleges: Region by Region,” DelVal is one of 631 colleges recognized and one of just 97 colleges mentioned in its region, the Mid-Atlantic.…
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WSJ: Bala Cynwyd Billionaire Becomes the Largest Backer of ‘Anti-Woke’ University
Bala Cynwyd’s Jeff Yass, co-founder of Susquehanna International Group, has become the largest financial backer of the University of Austin (UATX), reports Juliet Chung for the Wall Street Journal. Yass contributed $35 million to the fledgling institution. UATX, which recently welcomed its first class of 92 students, has raised nearly $200 million. Donors like Yass…
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Holy Family University Celebrates Record Enrollment
Holy Family University is experiencing a historic high in enrollment this fall, showcasing its dedication to academic excellence and student-centered growth. The university has seen a 59 percent increase in new first-year students over the past two years. Holy Family President Anne Prisco attributes this success to a mission-driven strategy focused on student success. “Our vision…
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Empowered by Community: How Manor’s ‘You Belong Here’ Culture Shaped Natasha Moore’s Success
The phrase “You Belong Here” carries extra meaning at Manor College. It’s a campus-wide philosophy that can be found everywhere from the doors of Mother of Perpetual Help Hall to the large windows that make up the Basileiad Library. As Natasha Moore began her college search, she couldn’t help but think to herself, “Do they actually practice…
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GMercyU Prof Inspires New Best Practice for International Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program
Through a transformative educational initiative called the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program, Gwynedd Mercy University students have been gaining unique perspectives about social justice and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, according to a staff report from GMercyU. The international program brings incarcerated and non-incarcerated students together as peers and facilitates dialogue and education across…
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Harcum College Launches Peer Support Program for Students in Recovery with IBX Foundation Grant
The Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Foundation awarded Harcum College a grant to establish a peer support program for students in recovery from substance use and/or mental health conditions. The program encourages an inclusive environment where students who identify as being in recovery can build community and access resources to promote their success and well-being. A…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Gary Liguori, Chancellor and Dean, Penn State Abington
Gary Liguori, Chancellor and Dean at Penn State Abington, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up on Long Island, where his interest in running earned him a college scholarship. However, as a first-generation college student, he struggled academically and dropped out before eventually returning years later to earn his bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate. Gary Liguori…
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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 guests attended the event, hosted by President Jon Jay DeTemple and First Lady Margi DeTemple. This year, in memory of Harcum’s loyal Trustee Louise Strauss (1960-2024), the Circle of Excellence…
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Bucks County Community College Receives $400K to Expand Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem in Region
Bucks County Community College announced that the College has been awarded $400,000 through the PA Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career grant program to provide free training and placement services to 50 Industrial Maintenance and Metalwork students. The College has been the proud recipient of $700,000 in DCED funding since 2023…
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Villanova’s $1.25B Capital Campaign Is the Largest in Its History
Villanova University is embarking on the largest capital campaign in its history as it embraces multiple projects that include acquisition of the Cabrini University campus, construction of a new library, and an expansion of its engineering building, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Part of the campaign funds will cover $300 million in scholarships.…
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Harcum College Celebrates a Successful Day of Giving at Annual Founders’ Day on Sept. 30
Harcum College’s Founders’ Day 2024 kicked off on Monday, Sept. 30, with a reception for employees and friends at Bedford Hall. As Harcum’s annual Day of Giving, it presents a unique opportunity for every member of the Harcum family to come together to make an impact. This special day celebrates the legacy of the college’s…
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New Parents ‘Beyond Impressed’ by Church Farm School, the Second-Best All-Boys High School in Pennsylvania
“I had a child who was searching for more individualized attention, and he advocated for himself to change schools,” said Malvern resident Tabitha Mabie. “Some were simply out of my budget; some didn’t fit his personality. Some were just too far or not as diverse as we wanted. A friend suggested Church Farm School.” Mabie…
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How to Turn Your Interests into Strengths for College Applications
As college admissions become increasingly competitive, students are faced with a challenge: how do you stand out? One of the most effective ways to differentiate yourself in the applicant pool is by demonstrating genuine interests and passions. While academics are crucial, colleges want to know who you are and what you enjoy outside the classroom.…
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Meet Makaila Davis: Bachelor of Liberal Studies Graduate, Master’s Degree Student, and Founder of Angels Protection Inc.
Peirce College recently celebrated its 159th Commencement Ceremony and to continue the celebration, the College continued to feature some of its Class of 2024 graduates through the summer. Today’s feature is Makaila Davis, Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies graduate, current master’s degree student, and founder of a nonprofit organization called Angels Protection Inc. While…
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