Education
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3 Philadelphia University Presidents Were Among the Highest-Paid in 2021
A new report has been released to reveal the highest-paid private college presidents across the United States in 2021, and three Philadelphia university presidents made the list, writes Maddie Aiken for The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Atop the list was Amy Gutmann, the former president of the University of Pennsylvania. She earned a total of $22.9 million…
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Hillel Ziskind Takes Delaware County Spelling Bee Win, Heads to Nationals
With the word “P-E-N-D-U-L-O-U-S” safely behind him, Grayson School eighth-grader Hillel Ziskind will represent Delaware County proudly as he heads off to Washington D.C. in May for the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Ziskind won the Delaware County Spelling Bee this year with the correct spelling of “pendulous,” writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times.…
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‘Dream and Achieve’: Trailblazing Wilmington University Nursing Grad Inspires Others
Frightened, anxious, worried — these are just some of the normal emotions patients may feel before surgery. Still, there’s an ally in their corner: Dr. Johnny Gayden, a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) whose warm personality and calming presence help put patients at ease. “A big part of being a nurse anesthetist is to advocate on…
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Penn State Abington Education Majors Support Parents in Selecting Diverse Books for Kids
Penn State Abington students majoring in elementary and early childhood education led a series of workshops at the Abington Township library that provided evidence-based support for parents on selecting diverse literature for their children. The presentations were part of a course that examined the development of language and self-expression in young children and the role of children’s literature. Müge…
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Eric Jones of Community Partnership School is Passionate About Educating Philly Youth
When Eric Jones sees his students, he sees himself, and when he sees the parents, it reminds him of his own parents. Putting himself in their situation helps drive his passion and commitment to educating Philadelphia youth, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. Jones is the head of school at Community Partnership School in North…
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‘Head’ to Penn State Abington To View Acclaimed Artist’s Outdoor Sculpture
When members of the campus community and area residents hit the walking paths at Penn State Abington over the next year, they will encounter something big in the outdoor amphitheater — Abu, an 8-foot tall acrylic sculpture that lights up from within after dark. Yes, it’s a head, but it’s more than just a cranium. According to H. John…
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Delaware’s Chief Justice Collins Seitz Visits Wilmington University School of Law
It’s not every day that aspiring lawyers can chat with a chief justice. So, when Delaware’s top judge, Chief Justice Collins Seitz, visited Wilmington University School of Law, students enjoyed hearing his insights and initiatives, beginning with the Delaware Bench and Bar Diversity Project. It’s about “making sure that the bench and the bar in…
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How Murrell Dobbins High School Prepares Its Students For Success
As a CTE school, Murrell Dobbins High School offers numerous opportunities to ensure students develop the skills to be successful in college and in their careers, writes Chanel Hill for The Philadelphia Tribune. It does so through its career and technical education program, college preparatory curriculum, and extracurricular activities. Dobbins has 12 CTE programs: barbering,…
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Meet Maryelis Santiago: A Mother, Community Leader, Advocate, and First-Generation Peirce College Graduate
Maryelis Santiago is a mother, a community leader, an advocate, and a first-generation college graduate. She is a three-time graduate of Peirce College and was recently named to AL DÍA’s list of 40 Under Forty Honorees, which showcases some of the most diverse and impactful young professionals across the Philadelphia region. After starting her college journey at…
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New North Penn School District Vending Machine Program Promotes a Love of Literacy
Vending machines in the North Penn School District don’t all just cater to kids’ munchies. One recently installed at A.M. Kulp Elementary School has books for purchase, writes Terra Sullivan for CBS Philadelphia. Students use coins they receive for good behavior to pick a new book from the machine stocked with books written for students…
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Penn State Abington Presents One-Woman Performance of ‘Heart Ripped Out Twice and So Can You!’
Penn State Abington invites the community to a free performance of the acclaimed show “Heart Ripped Out Twice and So Can You!” by Actor, Writer, and Director Linnea Bond on Wednesday, Feb. 28, at 7 PM. Bond describes “Heart Ripped Out Twice” as a comedy, mostly, about pain. She uses her raw honesty to drive a…
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Neumann University to Host Autism Resource Fair, Police Training
Neumann University is hosting a neurodiversity and autism resource fair, including training for local law enforcement officers, on Saturday, March 16, from 10 AM. to 3 PM in the Bruder Life Center. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees will learn about the support available from organizations that work with and for…
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Penn’s New Chief Innovation Officer Aims To Expand Innovation Across the University
John Swartley, the University of Pennsylvania’s first chief innovation officer, has been tasked with finding faculty research that has commercial potential, writes Tom Avril for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Swartley is well familiar with that challenge, considering that his new job is basically a broader version of his old one. He has served as managing director…
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Many of Philadelphia’s Wealthiest Colleges and Universities See Their Endowments Level Off After Record Gains
After reporting record gains following the pandemic, endowment growth at many of the wealthiest colleges and universities in the Philadelphia area have leveled off, or in some cases even fallen, write Joanne Drilling and Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. From fiscal 2019 to 2022, endowments at the region’s 20 wealthiest colleges grew by…
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Penn State Great Valley Adds Project Management Office Fundamentals Certificate
Penn State Great Valley will launch a new Project Management Office (PMO) Fundamentals Certificate program in April. This 7-week, 21-hour, remote delivery, hands-on certificate program will explore the various processes, capabilities, and good practices in the building and running of PMOs. Throughout the course, students will discuss multiple cases and review good business practices for both traditional PMOs…
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Expert Offers Tips on Digital Storytelling, Fundraising at Neumann
Dana Snyder, the CEO of Positive Equation and an expert on digital storytelling, will share storytelling tips and provide tools for fundraising success at “Turn Your Mission into an Online Movement” on Wednesday, March 6, at Neumann University. The 9:30 AM presentation is scheduled for the Bruder Life Center on campus. “Non-profits and small businesses…
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Center School Receives Generous Donation to Support the Overhaul of Innovation Lab
Center School, an independent elementary school for children with language-based learning differences, has received a generous donation from BLBB Charitable, the giving arm of BLBB Advisors in Montgomeryville. The contribution officially launches Center School’s fundraising efforts to raise $100,000, so it can build a state-of-the-art Innovation Lab at its Abington campus. BLBB Charitable hopes that…
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Widener University Honors Student Winners of the 13th Annual High School Leadership Awards
Widener University, in partnership with NBC10 and Telemundo62, announced the winners of the 13th annual Widener University High School Leadership Awards. The awards recognize high school juniors in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware who have displayed exemplary leadership in their communities, allowing the university to honor more than 1,300 students over more than a decade.…
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