Education
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Explore Widener University’s Graduate & Continuing Studies Twilight Tours This Summer
Choosing a graduate program is too important a decision to make just by reading about it online. Widener University wants you to see up close if its graduate programs are a good fit for your needs. This summer, Widener University’s Continuing Studies Admissions Team is hosting a series of Graduate & Continuing Studies Twilight Tours.…
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Wilmington University’s Online Esports Certificate: Turn Gaming Into a Career
Careers in esports now extend beyond competitive gaming into areas like digital media, social media management, technology, and event operations. Wilmington University’s online Esports Certificate Program helps students build practical, career-focused skills for the growing esports and gaming industries. Designed for students interested in esports management, digital communication, and technology, the 18-credit certificate program combines coursework in:…
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Your Future Starts With a Visit. Come See Penn State Brandywine This Summer
There is something that no brochure, website, or virtual tour can fully capture: the feeling of walking onto a college campus and knowing you could be part of the scene. This summer, Penn State Brandywine is inviting high school students, transfer students, adult learners, veterans, and their families to come experience that feeling firsthand —…
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Church Farm School Celebrates Class of 2026; Students Bound for Penn, Princeton, Swarthmore
When Devon Bower-Prophet arrived at Church Farm School as a ninth-grader, he felt like he was playing catch-up. Growing up in Philadelphia, he knew he was capable of more academically, but he hadn’t yet been given the opportunity or support to fully realize his potential. The rigorous coursework, structured environment, and expectations at CFS were…
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Eastern University Launches Affordable Online Master’s Degree in Artificial Intelligence Innovation
As artificial intelligence continues to transform the workplace, Eastern University is helping professionals prepare for the future with the launch of its new Master of Arts in Artificial Intelligence Innovation. The fully online graduate program is an interdisciplinary, human-centered program designed to equip professionals with the critical thinking, ethical grounding, and practical skills needed to…
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New Ursinus College Majors Give Students More Career Pathways in High-Demand Fields
Ursinus College is expanding its academic offerings with a slate of new and reimagined majors launching in fall 2026, giving prospective students more ways to turn their interests into clear academic and career pathways. The new programs reflect a broader push at the Collegeville college to connect classroom learning with real-world preparation through applied liberal arts. Under the leadership of new president…
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See Which Private High Schools in Chester County Ranked Among 50 Best in Pennsylvania
Chester County is home to five of the 50 best private high schools in Pennsylvania for 2023, according to a new report published by Niche. To determine the 2023 Best Private High Schools in Pennsylvania, Niche analyzed key statistics along with reviews submitted by students and parents. The ranking factors included SAT/ACT scores, student-teacher ratio,…
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Penn State Engineering Student Selected for Competitive Summer Research Program
Meera Ramasamy, a second-year engineering student at Penn State Brandywine in Media, has been selected to participate in Penn State’s highly competitive Multi-Campus Research Experience for Undergraduates (MC REU) Summer Program. The MC REU is an intensive eight-week summer research program that provides a select group of College of Engineering students the opportunity to conduct…
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Wallingford-Swarthmore School District Delays Strath Haven Renovation Amid Budget Crunch
Strath Haven High School’s long-planned renovation is hitting the brakes, and that’s just one sign of the financial strain bearing down on the Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, reports Maddie Hanna of The Philadelphia Inquirer. The district’s newly approved $106 million budget for 2026-27 leans on a mix of spending cuts, a 3.2 percent property tax hike, and roughly $550,000 drawn from…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest honor for staff excellence. Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green are the 2026 recipients of the university’s William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service. Austin, of Wilmington, Delaware, is…
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Widener University Names Cary Caro Dean of School of Business Administration
Widener University has a new dean for its School of Business Administration. The university announced that Dr. Cary Caro, the former School of Business dean at La Salle University, has been appointed, effective July 1. Throughout his career, Dr. Caro has earned a reputation for building strong partnerships between academia and industry, developing innovative academic…
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Tutors to Teachers: WilmU and Reading Assist Turn Classroom Dreams Into Reality
For those who are passionate about helping children succeed, becoming a teacher is a meaningful next step. Wilmington University, in partnership with Reading Assist, is helping to create a clear and accessible path to the classroom. An Accessible Path to a Teaching Career The Tutors to Teachers Delaware program addresses two critical needs: supporting students in the classroom today and preparing the next…
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Tracy Davidson Tells Ursinus Graduates About Courage, Failure, and What Actually Matters
Tracy Davidson has spent decades delivering the news. Last week, she spoke at Ursinus College’s commencement ceremony and delivered something harder to come by: honest advice. The longtime Philadelphia broadcaster stood before the Class of 2026 and set aside the kind of polished, inspirational language that graduation speeches tend to traffic in. What she offered…
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Register Now for Widener University’s Engineering Camp for High School Students
High school students looking to jump-start their future in engineering are invited to sign up for Widener University’s 2026 Engineering Camp this summer. Students in grades 9 through 12 will explore engineering, robotics, design, and technology from June 22 to June 26 in Kirkbride Hall on Widener’s Chester campus. Register Here. The immersive four-day program…
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West Chester University to Host International Marching Band Championships During America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, West Chester University will welcome an international showcase of music, culture, and competition when the World Association of Marching Show Bands (WAMSB) brings its 250th USA Championships to John A. Farrell Stadium on Wednesday, July 1. The highly anticipated event will feature elite marching bands…
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Delaware County Community College Student-Athlete Fatumata Kaba Wins National Championship in Triple Jump
Delaware County Community College student-athlete Fatumata Kaba of Sharon Hill made school history after winning the women’s triple jump national championship at the 2026 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division III Outdoor Track and Field National Meet, held May 7-9 in Utica, N.Y. The Academy Park High School graduate became just the second national…
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Delorean Andrews’ 10-Year Journey From Trash Collector to Widener Magna Cum Laude Graduate
When Delorean Andrews enrolled at Widener in 2015, he had no idea that his degree would be over 10 years in the making, a journey of twists and turns, writes Nicole Carrera, Associate Director of Communications for Widener University. The Center for Continuing Studies student completed his journey when he crossed the stage at the…
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West Chester Boarding School Among the Top in the U.S.
A Chester County school is ranked among the country’s best boarding schools, according to data from the website Stacker. West Chester’s Westtown School made no. 79 on the list. The esteemed school was founded by Quakers in 1799 as a co-educational institution. It serves grades Pre-K to 12 and is fully accredited by the…
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