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    Wells School of Music To Host the West Chester University Pre-Collegiate Piano Competition’s Winner’s Recital on Apr. 21

    April 18, 2024

    For 34 years, the West Chester University Annual Pre-Collegiate Piano Competition, established and chaired by WCU Assistant Professor of Organ and Harpsichord Anita Greenlee, has offered…

  • The mission of the Dub-C Autism Program (D-CAP) at West Chester University is to build an inclusive and accepting campus community to better support the experience and success of degree-seeking students with Autism Spectrum Disorder through indirect and direct supports. The following students in WCU’s Dub-C Autism Program (D-CAP) are pictured studying together in a sensory-friendly environment on campus: (L to R) Jason Kosmin, Victor Sereni, Ania Hawkins-Williams, Melanie Schwartz, Emma Billingsley.
    Education

    West Chester University Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month in April

    April 10, 2024

    From sensory-friendly classes in yoga and Zumba® to a silent disco with headphones to a sensory-friendly planetarium show and everything in between, Autism Acceptance Month…

  • Former Senator Andy Dinniman is pictured addressing those attending the first Annual Community Gathering held at West Chester University in the spring of 2023. Dinniman is pictured standing next to a photo of Frederick Douglass, the great abolitionist, orator and statesman.
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    West Chester University Hosts 2nd Annual Community Gathering To Explore the Declaration of Independence’s Meaning within Chester County Communities

    April 8, 2024

    As the U.S. prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of its Declaration of Independence in 2026, the Dinniman Together Fund at West Chester University is coordinating…

  • A flyer with the words "Austrian Association Conference 2024."
    Education

    West Chester University To Host Austrian Studies Conference in Collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania Apr. 11-14

    April 5, 2024

    For the first time in its history, West Chester University (WCU) is hosting the annual Austrian Studies Association Conference (ASA) Apr. 11-14. In collaboration with…

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    Education

    West Chester University To Host a Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

    April 4, 2024

    Barring April showers, West Chester University’s Mather Planetarium will host a free public viewing of the solar eclipse on Monday, Apr. 8, from 1-4:00 PM…

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    Education

    West Chester University Receives Prestigious Mellon Foundation Grant To Launch the Women’s and Gender Studies Collection

    April 3, 2024

    For the first time in its history, West Chester University (WCU) has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation. The grant is part…

  • Flyer for the Social Innovation Competition.
    Education

    West Chester University’s Social Innovation Competition Highlights Campus and Alumni Entrepreneurs

    April 2, 2024

    Many West Chester University (WCU) students, staff, faculty, and alumni share a passion for social justice causes, which is celebrated in various ways, including Social…

  • quill pen and ink.
    Education

    Upcoming West Chester University Pop-Up Poetry Festival Will Feature Workshops, Award Presentations, and Student Performances

    April 1, 2024

    West Chester University’s Poetry Center will host a Pop-Up Poetry Festival on Apr. 14 and 15 to celebrate National Poetry Month. The event’s theme is…

  • Attending West Chester University's presidential gala were (from left() 150Forward Campaign Co-Chair Jacqui North; 150Forward Campaign Co-Chair Marc Duey; Professor of Management Susan Fiorentino; West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino; 150Forward Campaign Co-Chair Eric Bossard; Executive Director of the West Chester University Foundation Debra Cornelius
    Education

    Donors, Staff Rally at West Chester University to Put Students First

    April 1, 2024

    The Friday evening soiree on March 15, the 41st Annual Presidential Gala at West Chester University, was an elegant, black-tie optional affair with dancing and…

  • West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino (center, front row) receives Lifetime Achievement Award. Pictured (l to r, front row) are Kattie Walker, President, Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce; President Fiorentino; Joel Frank, Board Member, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry; (l to r, back row) Steve Aichele, Board Member, Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry; Matt Tucker, Board Member, Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce; John O’Brian, Executive Director, West Chester Improvement District.
    Education

    Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award Presented to West Chester University President Christopher Fiorentino

    March 28, 2024

    During a recent celebration of his inspirational legacy, West Chester University President Christopher M. Fiorentino was awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by Downtown West…

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    Education

    West Chester University Exceeds Fundraising Goal with Fourth Annual Day of Giving

    March 19, 2024

    West Chester University’s fourth annual Day of Giving exceeded its fundraising goal of $180,000. The University’s community demonstrated remarkable strength and generosity by raising $237,165…

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    Entertainment

    WCU Grad’s Role in New Whitney Houston Biopic Tells Untold Side of Her Story

    December 23, 2022

    West Chester University alumna Nafessa Williams hits the big screen today, in the Sony Pictures’ production, I Wanna Dance with Somebody. This biopic of pop…

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    Music

    WCU’s Incomparable Golden Rams Marches to 2024 Rose Parade  

    December 15, 2022

    West Chester University’s marching band is known for its innovation. In recent years, eclectic performances have helped the Incomparable Golden Rams stand out in the…

  • West Chester University President Chris Fiorentino and Executive Vice President and Provost Laurie Bernotsky
    Education

    WCU Community Welcomed Back as Enthusiastic Goals Unveiled

    September 21, 2022

    A welcome back address Thursday afternoon for the West Chester University community was filled with great optimism as the school begins its fall semester.   Student…

  • Brandon Mitchell, associate professor of physics.
    Education

    West Chester University Celebrates New Research Status by Honoring Faculty

    May 5, 2022

    West Chester University, with more than 17,600 students, honored 34 of its professors for their research work at a Friday, April 29 event. The Spotlight…

  • A woman looking triumphant at a computer while a second woman stands next to her.
    Chester County

    Women Helping Women: 2021 WCU Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference

    October 12, 2021

    It’s getting to be that time of year when women come together at West Chester University (WCU) to network, learn and face the special challenges…

  • Education

    WCU Earns 2021-2022 Military Friendly Gold Designation

    February 28, 2021

    West Chester University has earned the 2021-2022 Military Friendly School designation and has advanced to Gold status in recognition of leading practices, outcomes, and effective…

  • Education

    WCU’s Second Round of Federal Stimulus Funding to Be Directed Toward Student-Focused Spending

    February 7, 2021

    West Chester University is slated to receive $18.6 million of the $353 million earmarked for Philadelphia-area colleges and universities as part of the second round…

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