West Chester University
West Chester University (WCU), located in West Chester, is a hub of academic diversity and vibrant student life. The university’s commitment to student success is emphasized by Lorraine “Laurie” Bernotsky who replaced Chris Fiorentino as President of West Chester University on July 1st, 2024.
With 180+ academic programs, 300+ clubs, and a location near major east coast cities including Philadelphia, Wilmington, and Baltimore, WCU offers a transformative journey to over 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Address: 700 S High St, West Chester, PA 19383
Phone: (610) 436-1000
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WCU Professor’s Composting Program Diverts Tons of Food Waste from Local Landfills
Approximately 35 million tons of food waste is thrown away every year in the United States. This waste, when sent to landfills, decomposes slowly and…
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Chester County Briefly: June 2
Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation recently held its annual luncheon at the West…
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WCU, Malvern’s Saint-Gobain Lead Green Energy Investment in Chester County
Despite the shift in political climate, the green energy market is still holding firm in the region, thanks to the ongoing investment by businesses and…
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Faculty of WCU’s College of Arts, Humanities Embraces Transformative Power of Liberal Arts
West Chester University’s College of Arts and Humanities embraces the transformative power of a liberal arts education and its ability to change lives. The liberal…
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WCU’s Men’s Lacrosse Club Team Captures Division II National Championship
At a time when Collegiate Club Sports have become increasingly competitive, West Chester University’s men’s lacrosse club team captured a historic title at the National…
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GWCC’s 12th Annual 10 Grand Club Photo Album
Greater West Chester Chamber’s 10 Grand bash Friday evening never stopped, never stopped that is until Matt Shea of West Chester University and Laura Aloisio…
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Chester County to Send Largest Delegation Ever to China to Explore Business Opportunities
Chester County government and business leaders are set to send their largest delegation ever to China, to open doors for local companies to explore business…
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Diminutive, Yet Fast-Rising Weightlifter from WCU Chosen for World University Games
From the moment she was born, Shannon McNames has defied stereotypes and exceeded expectations. Back then, she survived a premature birth, weighing less than two…
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Chester County as Split on Trump’s First 100 Days as It Was on Election Day
President Donald Trump has been in office 100 days now, and Chester County voters are just as split about his successes as they were on…
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Planner Known as Mr. Chester County Marks 40th Anniversary
In his youth, he gained a lot of perspective on what makes a place great, and over the past 40 years, Chester County Planning Commission…
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Dental Hygienist’s Product Triumphs at Fifth Annual WCU Business Idea Pitch
Seventeen budding entrepreneurs presented in front of a panel of judges during the Fifth Annual WCU Business Idea Pitch, with a dental hygiene product coming…
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West Chester University Names Two Vice Presidents
Janice Orlov has been named vice president for administration and finance at West Chester University, while Zebulun Davenport has been named vice president for student…
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WCU’s Inaugural 48HR DubC Film Race Showcases Talent of Fledgling Filmmakers
A select group of West Chester University students earned the red-carpet treatment they received last Thursday night at the awards ceremony of the inaugural 48HR…
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VISTA Careers – West Chester University
West Chester University, with 14,000 students and hundreds of faculty members, is the largest of the 14 public institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of…
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Inauguration of WCU’s 15th President Marked by Food Drive to Aid Hunger Relief
Christopher M. Fiorentino was formally installed as West Chester University’s 15th president during an investiture ceremony in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall on Friday.…
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Cheyney University Eyes Change as Enrollment Declines
While West Chester University has seen its enrollment increase over the last six years, other state schools are experiencing the opposite. Some even fear for…
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WCU’s Center for Contemplative Studies Helps Students Deal with Stress of Finals
West Chester University’s Center for Contemplative Studies is helping students deal with the stress that accompanies finals season, writes Michael Bradley for Main Line Today.…
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WCU Trainer, Cochranville Resident Gains Spotlight for National Athletic Trainers’ Month
It’s a win-win; she helps athletes get back to what they love by doing what she loves. That kind of passion helped bring West Chester…
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