La Salle University
La Salle University is a private, Catholic institution founded in 1863 by the Christian Brothers. It is known for its commitment to liberal arts education, service, and ethical leadership.
The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts and sciences, business, and nursing.
La Salle’s urban campus provides students with opportunities for community engagement and experiential learning.
Address: 1900 W. Olney Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19141
Phone: (215) 951-1000
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Chew Playground Unveils New Mural Honoring Late Point Breeze Native, Former NBA Player Rasual Butler
The late Rasual Butler, South Philadelphia native and former NBA player, has been honored with a new mural at Chew Playground, writes Jessica MacAulay for…
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Joe Bryant, Former La Salle Basketball Star and Father of NBA Legend Kobe, Dies at 69
Joe Bryant, the father of the NBA legend Kobe, and a former basketball star at La Salle University and John Bartram High School, has passed…
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Weekend Wanderer: Sometimes, I’m a Bad Parent
I chose La Salle University for grad school because, well, the school has some good-looking dudes. That’s it. That’s the only reason. I didn’t care…
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Eastern University Business Students Take 2024 Drexel Fraud & Internal Control Case Competition By Storm
This past February, Eastern University’s College of Business and Leadership sent four teams of students to compete in the Drexel University Fraud and Internal Control…
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Former Villanova Coach Jay Wright on the NCAA Big 5: ‘It’s a Sad Time’
Former Villanova head men’s basketball coach Jay Wright is disappointed no Big 5 teams have made the men’s NCAA Tournament in two years, calling it…
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Nearly A Century Old, The Palestra Has Earned a Reputation as ‘The Cathedral of College Basketball’
The city of Philadelphia has earned a reputation for being one of the best sports cities in the country, and while debates remain about where…
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Legendary Philly Basketball Coach Speedy Morris Remains Involved In the Sport, Despite Battle With Parkinson’s
Speedy Morris is one of the greatest basketball coaches in Philadelphia history, but in 2017, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, writes Alex Coffey for The…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Margaret Harkins, Dean of Nursing, Holy Family University
Margaret Harkins, DNP, MBE, MSN, GNP-BC, RN-BC, dean of nursing at Holy Family University, grew up in Philadelphia as the daughter of Scottish immigrants. She…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director, The Colonial Theatre
Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a kid. To make friends, she…
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Philadelphia-based Startup PolicyMap Inc. Raises $3 Million To Spur Growth Opportunities
PolicyMap Inc., a Philadelphia startup, has raised $3 million to accelerate its growth and increase its headcount, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno. Founded in…
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Two Blocks On North Broad Street Go Up For Sale in Retail Opportunity
Two blocks equaling about 120,300 square feet of mostly retail space on North Broad Street are currently up for sale, writes Paul Schwedelson for the…
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Washington Post: Drexel’s Inclusion to Philly’s Big Five Brings More Competition to Local College Basketball
This is Drexel University’s first season as an official member of the NCAA’s Big Five and it adds a new layer to a long-standing tradition,…
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La Salle University Sells Residence Halls for Affordable Senior Living and Student Housing
La Salle University sold two undergraduate residence halls on its Olney campus to a private investor who plans to use the two properties for affordable…
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La Salle University’s Water Polo Team Ranks First Academically Among Division 1 Programs
The La Salle University water polo team was ranked as the top Division 1 program in Academic All-American Teams released by the Association of Collegiate…
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