• DelVal to Host Screening and Discussion of Award-Winning Documentary on March 19

    DelVal to Host Screening and Discussion of Award-Winning Documentary on March 19

    Delaware Valley University will host a screening of The Journey Home, an award-winning documentary that raises awareness about the challenges faced by veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The event, part of DelVal’s Counseling Psychology Spring Speaker Series, will take place on Wednesday, March 19 at 6 PM in the Life Sciences Building Auditorium.…

  • Legal Matters: Common Social Security Disability Claim Mistakes

    Legal Matters: Common Social Security Disability Claim Mistakes

    By Jonathan Young Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be a complex and frustrating process, especially for those unfamiliar with the strict requirements. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has specific eligibility criteria and requires extensive medical documentation to support claims. Minor mistakes in your application or insufficient evidence can result in delays or…

  • DelVal Receives State Funding for Special Education Certification

    DelVal Receives State Funding for Special Education Certification

    Delaware Valley University has been awarded a Pennsylvania Department of Education Accelerated Special Educator Certification Program grant in the amount of $99,161. The grant, part of a statewide initiative to address the critical shortage of special education teachers, will support the university’s efforts to train and certify more educators in this high-demand field. The funding…

  • Firstrust Bank Doubles Down on Relationship Banking, Promotes John McBride and Beth Packel

    Firstrust Bank Doubles Down on Relationship Banking, Promotes John McBride and Beth Packel

    In an attempt to centralize services, lean into technological advancements, and ultimately reduce overhead, big banks have largely abandoned traditional relationship managers. It’s a strategy that’s left them extremely vulnerable to customer flight. Meanwhile, banks that double down on relationship banking as a competitive advantage — like Firstrust Bank — are reaping the benefits. Firstrust…

  • Tax Season Safety: How to Keep Your Personal Information Secure

    Tax Season Safety: How to Keep Your Personal Information Secure

    Tax season is a prime opportunity for cybercriminals to steal your information and money. From phishing emails to fraudulent tax preparers, the threats are numerous. Here are seven proactive steps to help you protect your finances: 1. Verify Communications The IRS never initiates contact via email, text, or social media. Contact is only made via…

  • ‘A Matter of Life and Breath’: GMercyU Boasts One of the Nation’s Best Respiratory Care Programs

    ‘A Matter of Life and Breath’: GMercyU Boasts One of the Nation’s Best Respiratory Care Programs

    Respiratory therapy plays a critical role in healthcare by helping people breathe — something most take for granted until it becomes difficult. From managing chronic lung diseases to providing life-saving care in emergencies, respiratory therapists (RTs) are essential to patient survival and quality of life. “What RTs do is a matter of life and breath,”…

  • BUCKSCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    BUCKSCO Careers – Firstrust Bank

    Founded 90 years ago, Firstrust Bank is the largest family-owned commercial bank in the region. Firstrust’s promise is to empower its customers’ success by offering them the most tailored, state-of-the-art banking solutions they can get, along with advice on how to best manage their finances, build their businesses, and overcome financial challenges. Firstrust is looking…

  • DelVal, Manor College Sign Dual Degree Program Agreement

    DelVal, Manor College Sign Dual Degree Program Agreement

    Manor College and Delaware Valley University have signed an accelerated dual degree program agreement that allows Manor College students admitted to the program to obtain admission to select master’s degree programs at DelVal. Dr. Joseph Paris, Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies at DelVal, initiated the idea of partnering to offer a…

  • Eastern University Celebrates Topping Out of Templeton Hall Construction Project

    Eastern University Celebrates Topping Out of Templeton Hall Construction Project

    Eastern University has topped out its Templeton Hall construction project, a milestone marking the completion of structural work on the new state-of-the-art facility.  As part of this time-honored construction tradition, the placement of the final beam atop the building symbolizes not only the progress made but also the excitement surrounding this project. With the structural…

  • A Live Look at Hands-On Learning: DelVal and PHRA Launch 2025 Live Foal Cams

    A Live Look at Hands-On Learning: DelVal and PHRA Launch 2025 Live Foal Cams

    Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association (PHRA), has launched its live Foal Cams for the 2025 foaling season. This marks the third consecutive year the initiative has provided public access to real-time footage of the foaling process. The Foal Cams, available through the end of March, can be viewed free…

  • Economy League Launches Fair City Challenge to Address Disparities in Property Valuation, Neighborhood Investment

    Economy League Launches Fair City Challenge to Address Disparities in Property Valuation, Neighborhood Investment

    The Economy League of Greater Philadelphia has launched its latest Impact Labs social innovation challenge, the Fair City Challenge: Community Solutions for Reinvesting in Philadelphia Neighborhoods. This competition will award a $50,000 grand prize to a community-based social entrepreneur with an innovative, actionable solution that makes a direct, immediate impact on historically disinvested Philadelphia neighborhoods…

  • ‘Safeguarding Our State’s Rich History’: DelVal Awarded Grant to Preserve Archives

    ‘Safeguarding Our State’s Rich History’: DelVal Awarded Grant to Preserve Archives

    The Delaware Valley University Archives has been awarded a Historical and Archival Records Care Grant (HARC) from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. The $5,000 grant will be used to digitize most of the Archives’ audiovisual (A/V) collection and to purchase materials and equipment to ensure the long-term preservation of the original recording media. Among…

  • PECO: Customers Should Take Action Now, Use Assistance and Efficiency Programs to Help Manage Energy Bills

    PECO: Customers Should Take Action Now, Use Assistance and Efficiency Programs to Help Manage Energy Bills

    After experiencing the coldest January in the past decade, PECO says customers need to take action to manage their bills. In addition to payment arrangements and assistance PECO provides, the company supports customers by connecting them with federal, local, and other funding that may be available to help meet their energy needs. PECO has enhanced…

  • Room Scheduling Systems Help Philadelphia Offices Run Smoothly

    Room Scheduling Systems Help Philadelphia Offices Run Smoothly

    Of all the challenges in the 21st-century workplace, scheduling a room to hold a meeting shouldn’t be among them. Still, even in the most high-tech buildings, knowing that a conference room will be available when your team needs it sometimes remains a roll of the dice. Fortunately, it’s now possible to design modern workplace integrations…

  • Delaware Valley University Celebrates 75 Years at Philadelphia Flower Show with Futuristic Exhibit

    Delaware Valley University Celebrates 75 Years at Philadelphia Flower Show with Futuristic Exhibit

    Delaware Valley University is participating in the 196th Philadelphia Flower Show, presented by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, that runs through March 9 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This year marks the university’s 75th consecutive year at the show, a tradition that began in 1950. This year’s Flower Show theme, Gardens of Tomorrow, challenges exhibitors to…

  • Exploring the Emotional Depth of ‘Frozen’: Holy Family Student, Professor Uncover Psychology Behind the Magic

    Exploring the Emotional Depth of ‘Frozen’: Holy Family Student, Professor Uncover Psychology Behind the Magic

    What makes the Disney classic Frozen so emotionally powerful? Holy Family University’s Dr. Jill M. Swirsky, assistant professor of psychology, and Aila Kapllanaj, a first-year biochemistry student, set out to answer that question in their newly published article, “Conceal, Don’t Feel: Exploring Emotional Experiences in Disney’s Frozen.” Featured in the spring 2025 issue of Eye…

  • Eastern University Welcomes New Vice President for Student Development

    Eastern University Welcomes New Vice President for Student Development

    Missy Bryant has joined Eastern University as its new Vice President for Student Development. With over 25 years of higher education experience and a passion for fostering student success, Bryant is poised to make a significant impact on the Eastern community. Most recently, she served as Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students…

  • DelVal Men’s Basketball Team Receives Prestigious Sam Schoenfeld Sportsmanship Award

    DelVal Men’s Basketball Team Receives Prestigious Sam Schoenfeld Sportsmanship Award

    The Delaware Valley University men’s basketball team and head coach Muhamadou Kaba have been selected as the recipients of the prestigious Sam Schoenfeld Sportsmanship Award for the 2024-25 season. Presented by the Philadelphia Area Referees, members of the Collegiate Basketball Officials Association (CBOA), the award recognizes outstanding sportsmanship demonstrated by a program’s coaches, players, and…