Education
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Manor College Junior Breaks Men’s Basketball All-Time Scoring Record
Manor College junior Immanuel Roach became Manor College’s all-time leading points scorer. He broke the record of 1,202 set by Aaron Brown ‘08. Roach ends his junior year with 1,225 total points for his career. “It feels amazing to break the record because it’s a testament to my faith and the work I’ve put in,”…
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Eastern University Completes Acquisition of Valley Forge Military College Property
Eastern University has completed the purchase of a 33.3-acre portion of Valley Forge Military College’s property. The agreement was first announced in December, contingent upon the due diligence process. All necessary regulatory and other approvals have been obtained, and the transaction officially closed on Feb. 27. The portion of property, which lies less than a mile…
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Barrack Academy and Perelman Jewish Schools Announce a Merger
The Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr, Delaware County, is merging with Perelman Jewish Day School in Wynnewood. The merger was approved earlier this week by the Barrack and Perelman boards. The merger will create the only independent Jewish day school in the region for students in pre-K through 12th grade, writes Ryan…
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Ursinus Students Share What They Learned During Experiential Learning Week
If Ursinus College’s first Experiential Learning Week proved anything, it’s that real-world exposure hits differently when you’re the one in the room. For first-year student Lola MacRae, that room was Negotiation 101 — an on-campus intensive that challenged students to think strategically before speaking. Early exercises showed how easily assumptions can derail outcomes. In one…
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Swarthmore College President to Step Down in 2027 After 12-year Run
Swarthmore College is losing its president in June 2027, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Valerie Smith, 70, is leaving at the end of her current contract, which had been extended in 2024. Smith did not indicate why she was leaving. She has served as president for 12 academic years. She announced her decision…
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See How Philadelphia Universities Fare in Foreign Contributions Over Last Four Decades
With nearly $2.8 billion in foreign funding over four decades, the University of Pennsylvania outpaces all other schools in Greater Philadelphia by quite a wide margin, write Mike D’Onofrio, Jason Lalljee, Ryan Deto, and Chrissy Suttles for AXIOS Philadelphia. The data was released following an executive order by President Donald Trump last year that enforced…
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Ursinus Secures $1.99M NSF Grant to Launch STEM Scholarship Program
The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently awarded Ursinus College a $1,999,659 grant, designed to improve access, retention, and career readiness for students in STEM fields. With this funding, the college will launch a Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) program called “PERSIST: Partnerships for Engagement, Resilience, and Support through Interdisciplinary STEM Teamwork.” An…
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Eastern University Welcomes Jeffrey Libson and Benjamin Rogers to Board of Trustees
Eastern University has appointed Jeffrey Libson and Benjamin Rogers to its Board of Trustees. Libson is a recently retired corporate attorney whose career has focused on the entrepreneurial Life Sciences area. He spent the majority of his career at Pepper Hamilton in Philadelphia, where he chaired its National Life Sciences practice, and the last decade…
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On-Campus Foal Cameras Return to DelVal
On-campus foal cameras have returned to Delaware Valley University in partnership with the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association. Beginning Monday, Feb. 23, viewers can watch as expectant mares in DelVal’s Breeding Center prepare to give birth. This year, the footage will feature three mares, each due in March: Although the foal cams only follow the journey…
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How Philadelphia’s College Enrollment Has Changed Since 2023 Supreme Court Ruling on Student Admissions
It has been more than two years since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of eradicating race-based admissions in college and universities. A new report from Class Action takes a dive into how enrollment at public and private educational institutions nationwide has changed since that ruling, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. In Philadelphia,…
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Cursive Handwriting is Back in PA Schools Thanks to New Law
Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bill last week requiring that cursive handwriting lessons return to Pennsylvania classrooms beginning April 12, writes Peter Hall for Pennsylvania Capital-Star. The law, which was supported by Rep. Dane Watro and Sen. Wayne Langerholc, will also add printing and joined italics to writing curricula. For years, lawmakers have been pushing to bring back cursive writing in Pennsylvania schools, following in the…
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Ursinus College Launches America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, Ursinus College is investing in the next generation right here in Montco. Beginning in fall 2026, the America250 Tuition Promise for Montgomery County both expands access to higher education for local students and honors the county’s historic role in the nation’s founding. Created in honor of…
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Experiential Learning Week Gives Ursinus Students Front-Row Seat to Real-World Careers
Ursinus College’s first-ever Experiential Learning Week is already being hailed as a resounding success, with students, faculty, and employer partners praising the program’s energy, depth, and real-world impact. For one week, classrooms gave way to corporate offices, research labs, government chambers, and creative workspaces as students immersed themselves in hands-on learning designed to connect classroom…
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Rutgers–Camden Art Student’s Crocheted Creations Spark Conversation, Community, and Connection
What began as a pandemic hobby for Adayna Wallace has evolved into a passion project, a campus conversation starter, and a possible future club at Rutgers–Camden. The sophomore visual arts major and Honors College student can be seen around the university wearing her own creations of crocheted wares, like her hats emblazoned with the recognizable Rutgers block…
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Register Now for DelVal’s KidsU! and InspireU! Summer Camps
Delaware Valley University’s KidsU! camps and InspireU! pre-college summer programs are back for 2026. With more than 90 camps to choose from, kids can spend their summer at DelVal exploring, building, and experimenting with the topics that most inspire them. Registration is now open and the university recommends registering now as some camps are already…
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Philadelphia Region’s ‘Eds and Meds’ Identity Could Soon Expand with Growing Defense Sector
Philadelphia already has a reputation as an “eds and meds” region due to its many colleges and hospitals, but its economic identity could soon include the defense industrial base, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. With President Donald Trump planning to increase defense spending to $1.5 trillion in 2027, local universities could take advantage…
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Sofiia Ogerchuk Names 2026 Mother Josaphat Medal Recipient
Sofiia Ogerchuk of Lviv, Ukraine, received the 2026 Mother Josaphat Medal. The medalrepresents the highest honor a student can receive while at Manor College. Ogerchuk is a junior Psychology major. “This award is a big honor for me, especially because Mother Josaphat was Ukrainian and founded this community,” Ogerchuk said. “After so many years, I…
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Harcum College Invites Community to ‘Fuel the Hustle: Exploring Entrepreneurship’ Panel Event
Harcum College invites students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and community members to “Fuel the Hustle: Exploring Entrepreneurship,” an engaging panel discussion designed to spotlight the mindset, strategies, challenges, and successes behind building a business. The event will take place on Thursday, February 26, from 1:30-4:00 PM at the Charles H. Trout Library on Harcum College’s campus, located…
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