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  • Hollinger Field House filled with hundreds of guests and graduates during a West Chester University commencement ceremony, with a stage and banners visible at the front of the arena.
    Education

    WCU to Graduate More than 3,500 at Spring Commencement Ceremonies

    May 2, 2026

    West Chester University has organized 17 separate commencement ceremonies to accommodate 3,568* spring graduates and their guests. The campus ceremonies take place between Wednesday, May 6, and…

  • Poster for West Chester University Opera Theatre’s production of Mozart’s Così fan tutte, featuring red speech bubbles with white hearts and performance dates May 2 and 3, 2026.
    Education

    West Chester University Opera Theatre Presents Mozart’s ‘Così fan tutte’

    April 30, 2026

    West Chester University’s Opera Theatre invites the campus and surrounding community to experience a fresh and entertaining take on Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Così fan tutte, with…

  • The Doo Wop Project members standing on stage dressed in matching suits.
    Education

    The Doo Wop Project Brings ‘Echoes of the Street’ to West Chester University Mar. 28

    March 9, 2026

    America’s premier Doo Wop group, The Doo Wop Project, will bring their brand-new 90-minute show, Echoes of the Street, to West Chester University (WCU) on…

  • West Chester University President Laurie Bernotsky talks with university staff at a reception on campus following her recent fall address.
    Education

    West Chester University President Seeks Everyone’s Help to Move the University Forward

    October 30, 2025

    West Chester University President Dr. Laurie Bernotsky laid out the framework for the University to start developing  an action plan that would begin launching in…

  • Comedian Chris Distefano smiling in a close-up portrait with a patterned background.
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    Comedy Star Chris Distefano Brings One-Night-Only Show to West Chester University Oct. 3

    September 5, 2025

    Nationally acclaimed Comedian Chris Distefano, a powerhouse stand-up known for his sold-out arena shows and massive online following, will bring his signature humor to West…

  • Two musicians, one playing a saxophone and the other a trumpet, smile and share a light moment on stage during a live jazz performance, with other band members visible in the background.
    Education

    Criterions Jazz Ensemble Alumni Return to WCU for Moving Tribute Concert Honoring H. Lee Southall

    July 11, 2025

    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…

  • Close up of a graduate's cap from behind. It has been embellished with yellow and purple paint for WCU coloring.
    Education

    More than 3,100 Will Graduate at WCU’s Spring Commencement Ceremonies

    May 3, 2025

    West Chester University has organized 16 separate commencement ceremonies to accommodate 3,176* spring graduates and their guests. The campus ceremonies take place between Friday, May…

  • Martin Luther King, Jr.
    Education

    WCU Honors Martin Luther King, Jr., with Multiple Events

    January 21, 2025

    West Chester University (WCU) will host special events across several days honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., whose federal holiday is Jan. 20…

  • Silhouettes dancing against a red backdrop.
    Education

    West Chester University Presents The Silhouettes Nov. 2

    October 22, 2024

    The Silhouettes, known as America’s premiere shadow dance company and made famous as finalists on NBC’s America’s Got Talent (AGT), will perform at West Chester…

  • Trey Kennedy.
    Education

    West Chester University Presents Comedian Trey Kennedy Oct. 25

    October 2, 2024

    Trey Kennedy, the star Comedian made famous on social media platforms, will take the stage at West Chester University for one performance only on Friday,…

  • The Criterions on stage performing.
    Education

    Alumni of Criterions Jazz Ensemble Will Return to West Chester University Campus on Jul. 18

    July 3, 2024

    For the past 38 years, alumni of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble out of West Chester University’s Wells School of Music reunite each summer to reminisce,…

  • West Chester University mascot Rammy presents original student artwork to West Chester University President Dr. Chris Fiorentino for his decades of service on their behalf.
    Education

    West Chester University Salutes Retiring President Dr. Chris Fiorentino

    May 8, 2024

    Dr. Chris Fiorentino has dedicated more than 41 years of his life to West Chester University. The results of his work shined through during an…

  • a graduation ceremony at WCU with two graduates with in cap and gown with arms around each other's shoulders.
    Education

    WCU To Graduate More than 3,000 at Spring Commencement Ceremonies

    May 8, 2024

    West Chester University has organized three days of commencement ceremonies to accommodate more than 3,000 spring graduates and their guests. Combined with the number of…

  • WCU President Christopher M. Fiorentino.
    Education

    West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino Will Be Honored in a Campus-Wide ‘This is Your WCU’ Legacy Celebration

    April 9, 2024

    Question: When a beloved university president prepares to retire following 41 years of dedicated service to a single institution, what happens? Answer: A university gathers…

  • Tamagawa University Taiko drummers and dancers performing.
    Education

    Tamagawa University Brings Thrilling Taiko Drumming and Dance Back to West Chester University Apr. 9, Followed by Performance of ‘Jersey Boys and Girls’ on Apr. 12

    April 6, 2024

    Tamagawa University returns to West Chester University for a performance of thundering Taiko drumming and folkloric Japanese dance on Tuesday, Apr. 9, at 7:30 PM.…

  • Criterions Alumni Concert
    Music

    Free Concert at West Chester University Features Alumni Jazz Ensemble

    July 10, 2023

    Alumni of the Criterions Jazz Ensemble, the premiere jazz ensemble group out of West Chester University’s Wells School of Music, will take the stage for…

  • Preacher Lawson
    Entertainment

    Star Comedian From Hit Series ‘America’s Got Talent’ to Perform at West Chester University

    August 17, 2022

    Preacher Lawson, the star comedian made famous by NBC’s hit television series, America’s Got Talent, will take the stage at West Chester University for one performance only…

  • Music

    One of Japan’s Premier Taiko Drumming Groups to Return to WCU with Visually Stunning Performance

    April 4, 2019

    One of the top-ranked taiko groups in Japan makes a return appearance to West Chester University as WCU Live! hosts “Tamagawa University: Taiko Drumming” on…

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