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Criterions Jazz Ensemble Alumni Return to WCU for Moving Tribute Concert Honoring H. Lee Southall
The swing is back in town! On Thursday, Jul. 17 at 7:00 PM, alumni of West Chester University’s renowned Criterions Jazz Ensemble will reunite on stage for a special free public concert in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building, 700 S. High Street, West Chester. This year’s concert is dedicated to the memory and legacy of H. Lee Southall, beloved…
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Getting to Know Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s New Head of School
Dr. Troy Baker, Church Farm School’s incoming Head of School, has extensive experience in faith-based and independent school education. He most recently served as Upper School Director at Breck School, an Episcopal PreK-12 college preparatory school in Minnesota. Prior to Breck, he spent six years at Pace Academy in Atlanta as Director of Student Life…
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DCCC’s Upper Darby Center to Host Jun. 11 Open House
Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will hold an Open House on Wednesday, Jun. 11, from 5-7:00 PM at its Upper Darby Center (1570 Garrett Road, Upper Darby), just behind the Barclay Square Shopping Center. Learn about the course offerings leading to a certificate or associate degree in much-needed programs that meet hiring needs in the…
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7 Questions With Lydia Kirby, 2025 VISTA NextGen Superstar and Current WilmU Student
On May 8, Wilmington University (WilmU) graduate student Lydia Kirby was recognized as a 2025 VISTA NextGen Superstar at a reception held on the Penn State Great Valley campus in Malvern. Hosted annually by VISTA Today, the event honors 40 standout Chester County professionals who have made significant contributions in their respective fields and their communities prior to reaching the age…
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7 Questions With Dr. Stacie Zdrojewski, WilmU’s Clinical Studies Chair in the College of Education & Liberal Arts
Before joining Wilmington University, Dr. Stacie Zdrojewski spent 29 years as an Educator and Administrator in the Red Clay Consolidated School District, becoming one of the first mentor teachers in WilmU’s Year-Long Residency Program. Now chair of clinical studies in the College of Education & Liberal Arts, she oversees that and other initiatives. Q. What inspired you to pursue…
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Coffee and Conversations with DCCC’s President Dr. Marta Yera Cronin Apr. 10
Interested in hearing more about Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) upcoming new Southeast Center in Drexel Hill, which will open at the former Archbishop Prendergast High School site in January 2026? The public is invited to “Coffee and Conversations with Dr. Cronin” on Thursday, Apr. 10 at 8:30 a.m. in the Café at Delaware County…
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From Canvas to Conversation: Spring Awaits at Penn State Great Valley
As the seasons shift, so does the landscape of artistic expression at the Henry Gallery. This spring, immerse yourself in “DVAL Presents…,” a captivating showcase of talent from the Delaware Valley Art League (DVAL). On display through Mar. 14, this exhibit brings together an eclectic mix of artists, each unveiling their creative spirit through a…
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Philadelphia Filmmaker to Screen Documentary ‘Pardon Me’ at DCCC Dec. 10 for Human Rights Day
Pennsylvanians with criminal records continue to experience prejudice and lose employment opportunities long after they have completed their sentences. Documentary Filmmaker Shuja Moore, a fourth-generation West Philadelphian and Community Advocate who himself served 12 years in prison, will screen his short documentary, Pardon Me, at the College’s Marple Campus (901 South Media Line Road, Media)…
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How Just Two Years at Church Farm School Made a Lifelong Impact on This Hartford Native
Bill Hughes only spent two years (1976 and 1977) at Church Farm School, but since he left the farm, a part of the experience he truly cherished, he has consistently supported the school financially. Recently, he made plans for CFS in his will, saying, “I want to give back.” Although it’s been nearly 50 years,…
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Immaculata University Will Host Christmas Meet-and-Greet for Prospective Students Dec. 5
Immaculata University is hosting a Christmas meet-and-greet for prospective undergraduate students — high school seniors and college transfer students — and their families on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6-8:00 PM in Villa Maria Hall on the University’s campus in Malvern. Guests, current students, and prospective students are invited to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit with Immaculata’s Christmas…
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Immaculata University Partners with FOP To Offer Tuition Discounts for Law Enforcement, First Responders
Immaculata University has established a new partnership with the Chester County Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), offering active and retired law enforcement officers from Chester County, as well as first responders, significant tuition discounts on both undergraduate and graduate programs. This initiative is effective immediately. Members of the Chester County FOP receive a 25 percent tuition…
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DCCC Men’s Basketball Team Opens Season Nov. 4
As they prepare to face a tough schedule in one of the most competitive intercollegiate regions in the country, Delaware County Community College men’s basketball Head Coach Dwayne Saunders feels good about his 2024-2025 squad. The DCCC Phantoms men’s basketball team features several former high school stars, including quick Darrius Best of Eastern Wayne High School in Goldsboro, N.C.; savvy guard Jabree Martin of Wilmington’s Great…
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DCCC Presents Panel on Project 2025 and the 1619 Project on Sept. 30
Delaware County Community College will present a panel, “Examining the Similarities: Project 2025 and the 1619 Project” on Monday, Sept. 30 at the College’s Marple Campus (901 South Media Line Road, Media). The panelists will be: The event will take place from 11:15 AM-12:10 PM in the Large Auditorium, Room 2225, in the Academic Building.…
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Immaculata University To Offer New Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision for Fall 2025
Immaculata University is expanding its impact with the introduction of its first Ph.D. program. The Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision will launch in the fall of 2025. The 63-credit program teaches current professional counselors or related professionals the skills needed to be effective counselor educators, clinical supervisors, researchers, advanced clinicians, and client advocates. As one of the…
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Citadel Credit Union Celebrates Milestone $500,000 in Grants to Teachers Through Citadel Heart of Learning
Citadel Credit Union has recognized 35 teachers in Greater Philadelphia for going above and beyond and truly “building strength in education” as part of the company’s Citadel Heart of Learning Awards program. Since the program’s inception, Citadel has awarded the winners more than $500,000 in grants, enabling them to enhance their classrooms with new resources aimed at fostering educational…
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Immaculata University To Host Undergraduate Info Sessions Jun. 22
Immaculata University is hosting two admissions information sessions on Saturday, Jun. 22, on the University’s campus in Malvern. The first event begins at 9:00 AM and is for high school students and college students interested in transferring. The second event begins at 10:00 AM and is for college graduates interested in earning an accelerated second bachelor’s degree in…
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West Chester University Names Jasmine H. Buxton as Vice President for Student Affairs
Following a national search and effective Jul. 1, Jasmine H. Buxton, Ed.D., has been named Vice President for Student Affairs at West Chester University (WCU). West Chester University President-Elect Laurie Bernotsky announced the appointment on Apr. 16. Buxton, who will report directly to the president and serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet, comes…
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The Immaculata University Symphony To Present Its Annual Spring Concert Apr. 13
The Immaculata Symphony will hold its annual spring concert, Radiant Light, on Saturday, Apr. 13, at 7:30 PM in Alumnae Hall on the campus of Immaculata University. The Immaculata Symphony is a university-community organization with a long and outstanding tradition that goes back to the University’s founding in 1920. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $12 for senior…
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