Education
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Two Philadelphia High Schools Rank Among Top Three Best High Schools in Pennsylvania
Two School District of Philadelphia schools have ranked among the top three best high schools in Pennsylvania, according to a new report from the U.S. News and World Report. According to the publication, this year’s rankings “showcase the schools whose students demonstrate outstanding outcomes, surpassing the anticipated benchmarks, including achieving high graduation rates.” Julia R.…
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Eastern University Launches 100-Percent-Online Master’s in AI Business Strategy
Eastern University has launched a new online Master of Science in AI Business Strategy, an innovative program designed to equip business leaders and professionals with the skills to harness artificial intelligence for strategic growth, operational efficiency, and ethical innovation. With a 100-percent-online, flexible, self-paced format, the program is built for working professionals and can be completed…
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Harcum College Welcomes Paul Tomczak as IT Planning Executive Director
Paul Tomczak recently joined Harcum College as Enterprise Resource Planning Executive Director, effective Mar. 23. Tomczak brings more than two decades of leadership experience in enterprise software development and project management, most recently serving with Ellucian, where he directed large-scale software initiatives supporting colleges and universities worldwide. During his tenure, he led global development teams,…
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Attend an Upcoming Conference at GMercyU
April is unofficial Conference Month at Gwynedd Mercy University, with multiple conferences and networking opportunities open to the community. Join GMercyU to meet industry leaders and explore topics that span autism, education, the sports industry, and more. Most are free; some offer Act 48 credits for educators. 19th Annual Autism Institute ConferenceSaturday, April 11 from 8:30 AM-3 PM Cost: Free Format: In-person …
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After Decade Leading Bensalem Schools, Superintendent Steps Down
Following ten years leading Bensalem Township School District, Superintendent Samuel Lee has stepped down as the district faces a severe budget crisis, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At the March 11 meeting, the school board approved Lee’s resignation, effective April 1, and finalized a separation agreement for Lee, who had been appointed to…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer, Penn State Brandywine
Dr. Austin Duckett, Chief Student Affairs Officer at Penn State Brandywine, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Conshohocken — spending time outdoors with his brother, exploring neighborhood parks, and learning early lessons in leadership and responsibility while delivering newspapers and serving customers as a cashier at the local ACME. Those early experiences helped…
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Philadelphia High School Students Take Up Fight Against Misinformation, Disinformation
A group of nine students at Kensington Health Sciences Academy are taking a stand against misinformation and disinformation, writes Carly Sitrin for Chalkbeat. For many of the students, this work is personal. As they’ve seen social media algorithms show them AI content, spread lies, expose them to slanted political rhetoric, and their loved ones fall…
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Eastern University’s Tia Argento Advances to Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship
With speed, precision, and mastery of spreadsheets, Tia Argento, a student in Eastern University’s School of Mathematics and Computational Sciences, won first place in the Microsoft Excel (Office 2019) category at the state level of the 2026 Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) U.S. National Championship. The achievement qualifies her to compete at the MOS National Championship in Nashville…
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Stitched Satistics: The Penn State Quilt That Tells a Bigger Story
Penn State Brandywine faculty are turning quilt-making into data storytelling. Love Data Week 2026, hosted annually by the Big Ten Academic Alliance, the week of Valentine’s Day, is an international celebration of data in its many forms. Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences Laura Guertin and Interim Head Librarian Annie Jansen were recognized for their quilt…
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Kutztown University Secures $100K Grant to Expand Special Education Teacher Pipeline in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is taking a focused step to address a persistent education challenge. Kutztown University has received a $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to help expand the pipeline of special education teachers. The funding is part of a nearly $1 million investment across 11 colleges and universities. The need is clear. Special education…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Delaware Valley University
Broc Sandelin, Dean of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at Delaware Valley University, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about small-town life in Lewis, Kan., working on the farm, and exploring everything from football to 4-H to barbershop quartet with his tiny class of 15 students. Sandelin grew up on the farm, but was not sure that was…
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Harcum College Appoints CJ Scott ‘10 as Men’s Basketball Head Coach
CJ Scott ‘10 has been named the next Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball program. Scott takes over the program following the resignation of John Ball, who spent nine seasons at Harcum College, including the last four as Head Coach. Ball played a significant role in building the program and guiding the Bears through multiple…
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Holy Family’s New Master’s Program in Applied Behavior Analysis Aims to Meet Field’s Surging Demand
The demand for qualified behavioral health practitioners — professionals who help people address challenges related to mental health, emotional well-being, and behavior — is outpacing the supply. School districts have openings. Clinics are managing waitlists. Community agencies are searching for specialists trained in evidence-based intervention. A quick scan of job boards reveals hundreds of local…
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Villanova Students Step Up as Volunteer Firefighters in Bryn Mawr
A group of Villanova University students is proving that academic success and community service can go hand in hand, writes Leslie Small for Main Line Now. Four students from Villanova University’s College of Engineering are volunteering with the Bryn Mawr Fire Company while pursuing demanding academic programs. Colton Musselman, Anne Earp, John Burns, and Dominic…
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Two Philadelphia Catholic Schools Receive Seven-Figure Donations
Father Judge High School and Roman Catholic High School were recently awarded seven-figure donations, which is part of a growing trend of record gifts to local private schools since early last year, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Father Judge High School received $1.5 million from James Brady and Stephen Stines, with the…
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Holy Family University President Speaks at United Nations
“Science and technology alone do not create inclusive futures. People do,” Holy Family University President Dr. Anne Prisco said last month in a speech before the United Nations. Dr. Prisco addressed the 11th International Day of Women & Girls in Science Assembly in February. The invited sector experts, government officials, private-sector representatives, and a contingent of students…
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Next Installment of DelVal’s Colloquium Series to Discuss How Economic Choices Shape the World
Delaware Valley University’s Department of Business and Information Management will facilitate the next installment of the Business, Arts, and Sciences Question It! Change It! Colloquium Series. This segment, entitled “The Economy,” will foster an informed conversation about how economic choices influence jobs, prices, innovation, and global competitiveness in an increasingly complex and uncertain world. The…
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Manor College Student Proving Strength Wasn’t Meant to Be Silent
Wearing a highlighter-pink Reebok shirt and stylish ripped jeans that match an ear-to-ear smile, Cheyann Velez stands in stark contrast to the grim, harsh journey she’s faced. Her jubilant personality hides the exhaustion of nights sleeping in a storage unit. The clothes come from a trash bag that holds all her belongings. A radiant smile…
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