Education
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GMercyU’s Award-Winning Respiratory Care Program Receives New Critical Care Mannequin
Gwynedd Mercy University’s award-winning Respiratory Care program has received a new Laerdal critical care mannequin with its IngMar ASL-5000 simulator now fully integrated into the program’s ICU simulation space. “This addition is an absolute game-changer for our advanced simulation capabilities,” said Randy Solly, Director of GMercyU’s Respiratory Care program. “The realism and respiratory functionality of this…
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Rutgers–Camden Awarded $700,000 from the Clare Boothe Luce Program for Women in STEM
Rutgers University–Camden has received a five-year, $700,000 award from the Henry Luce Foundation’s Clare Boothe Luce Program for Women in STEM. The funding will support professorships and initiatives that strengthen women’s participation in the science, technology, engineering, and math disciplines. The university was among just seven higher education institutions across the nation to be selected…
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Registration Now Open for DelVal’s KidsU! and InspireU! Summer Camps
Delaware Valley University’s KidsU! camps and InspireU! pre-college summer programs are set to return in 2026, with camps beginning June 15 and running through Aug. 7. DelVal will offer more than 90 weeklong camps for kids ages 5 to 18, running from 9 AM to 3 PM, with optional extended early or after care available.…
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Manor College Receives Commonwealth Grant for Dental Health Center Expansion
The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development has granted Local Share Account funds that will benefit the expansion and renovation of Manor College’s Dental Health Center. “We are thrilled to move this project forward in such a way that will have a meaningful and lasting impact,” Dr. Jonathan Peri, Manor College President, said. “The work that will be…
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Registration Now Open for Spring 2026 Courses from DelVal’s Center for Learning in Retirement
Delaware Valley University has opened registration for Spring 2026 courses offered through its Center for Learning in Retirement (CLR). This spring, CLR is expanding flexibility for participants by offering in-person, online, and hybrid courses, allowing registrants to learn from where they are most comfortable. CLR operates on a rolling registration systems with no deadline to…
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Drexel After-School Program Provides Creative, Integrated Learning Approach for All Involved
Drexel University’s after school program, Black Girls STEAMing Through Dance, has provided children with valuable tools and knowledge about how science, technology, engineering, art, and math are interconnected, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. Through the program, the instructors encourage their students to embrace their creativity and then using it to learn new terms, concepts, and…
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Ursinus Student Goes Behind the Scenes at NBC’s National Dog Show
Across the country, before the football games kicked off and the turkey was on the table for Thanksgiving, many families tuned into the National Dog Show on NBC. This year, Ursinus student Lily Nagy, of Etters, Pennsylvania, played a role in the production of the National Dog Show, which was recorded at the Greater Philadelphia…
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Brandywine Students Make Campus History at National Cyber League Competition
For the first time in campus history, four Penn State Brandywine students competed in the National Cyber League Competition from Nov. 7-9 and placed in the top 10 percent of teams in the competition, writes Natalie DiMario for Penn State Brandywine in Media. Christopher Kenny, Kylie Reiner, Ben Schwartz, and Sebastian Ulloa — known as…
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Pennsylvania May Be the Next State to Ban Cellphones in Schools
Pennsylvania may be the next state to ban cellphone use in schools, joining half the country, if the Senate Bill 1014 passes through the General Assembly, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. According to the bill, school districts would be required to prohibit students’ cellphone usage during school hours. Exceptions would be…
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DelVal Student Takes the Field at Eagles Game Through Internship Experience
Delaware Valley University turf management student Connor Esbenshade had a unique, behind-the-scenes role during a recent Philadelphia Eagles game, assisting on the field by pulling up the net for extra points each time the team scored. Esbenshade, a senior, is currently completing a six-month internship under Tony Leonard, Director of Grounds at Lincoln Financial Field.…
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AMY at James Martin, Philadelphia’s Newest School, Set for January 2026 Opening in Port Richmond
Philadelphia’s newest school, the $62 million Alternative Middle Years at James Martin, is scheduled to open in Port Richmond after the winter break in early 2026, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The school recently welcomed community members, district officials, and dignitaries who got the chance to tour the new building. They noted…
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Temple University Senior Credits Mentorship, Community Work for Helping Her Thrive As College Student
Years before she could even start applying for colleges, Michelle Tanujaya knew it was something she wanted to pursue in her life. While she wasn’t exactly sure what she wanted to major in, “I knew higher education was really important to me, and I wanted to tmake the most out of the opportunities that my…
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Charter School at Valley Forge Academy in Wayne Gets Public Airing
A public service charter school being proposed at the former Valley Forge Military Academy in Wayne was presented to the community Dec. 4 at Radnor Memorial Library, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The Valley Forge Public Service Academy Charter School has been proposed at the Military Academy, which is closing. It would enroll 450…
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DelVal Partners with Gritty to Launch Non-Credit Medical Sales Leadership Certificate
Delaware Valley University and Gritty have entered into a new partnership that brings together industry-driven professional training and the academic excellence of a nationally recognized institution. Through this collaboration, the two organizations are launching a new non-credit certificate in medical sales leadership. The Medical Sales Leadership Certificate equips learners with the practical skills, industry exposure,…
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Wall Street Comes to Ursinus College with Bloomberg Lab Launch
Ursinus College has officially launched its Bloomberg Lab, bringing Wall Street to students’ fingertips. The new resource allows students to study the stock market in real time and earn finance certifications. The lab features 12 state-of-the-art Bloomberg terminals, interactive workstations that allow students to receive and analyze live financial data. Located on the lower level…
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Radnor Principal Named Pennsylvania 2026 Principal of the Year
The Pennsylvania Principals Association has named Dr. David Wiedlich, the principal at Radnor Township Middle School, as Pennsylvania’s 2026 Principal of the Year, writes Max Bennett for Patch. He was selected by a panel of his peers for outstanding leadership and contributions to his school, students, and the community, according to Dr. Eric Eshbach, executive…













































