Education
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Bucks County Leadership: Raghu Sangwan, Associate Chief Academic Officer and Director of Engineering Programs, Penn State Great Valley
Raghu Sangwan, Associate Chief Academic Officer and Director of Engineering Programs at Penn State Great Valley, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about his childhood in India as the eighth of nine siblings in a military family. Frequent moves made him introspective and academically driven, eventually leading him to pursue computer science in the U.S. after an…
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Kevin D. Marlo Golf and Racquet Classic Celebrated 25th Anniversary on Jun. 2
Harcum College hosted its 25th Annual Kevin D. Marlo Golf and Racquet Classic on Monday, Jun. 2, at the Llanerch Country Club. This signature fundraising event brings together alumni, trustees, friends, and community members for a fun and engaging day of golf, tennis, pickleball, and celebration in support of student scholarships. The 2025 Classic marked…
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Penn State Great Valley Leads the Way in Career Prep for Today’s Job Market
In a job market evolving at breakneck speed, today’s professionals face new challenges — and new opportunities. At Penn State Great Valley, Elisa Seeherman, Associate Director of Career Services, plays a pivotal role in helping graduate students navigate this dynamic landscape with clarity and confidence. Reflecting on the sweeping changes sparked by the pandemic, Seeherman…
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William Penn School District Cuts Continue; State Actions Requested
William Penn School District is implementing a 5.9 percent property tax increase and is cutting positions to cope with a budget crisis, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. Two actions from Pennsylvania would keep it from having to cut art, athletic, and music programs next year. “This is not something that I want to do,” Superintendent…
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New Teachers Earn Top Salaries in Bucks County Public Schools
Recently released state salary data reveals that Bucks County public schools offer some of the highest new teacher salaries across Pennsylvania, writes Chris Ullery for the Bucks County Courier Times. As of Oct. 10, 2024, the average salary for a teacher in the county with up to five years of experience ranked in the upper…
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DelVal Partners with Aramark Collegiate Hospitality to Elevate Campus Dining Experience
Delaware Valley University has selected Aramark Collegiate Hospitality as its new dining services provider, following a competitive review process aimed at enhancing the campus dining experience for students, faculty, staff, and guests. The partnership will commence operations on July 1 and will include residential, athletic, catering, conference, and retail dining, resulting in a comprehensive approach…
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Elizabeth D. Reevey: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Today’s feature is Elizabeth D. Reevey, a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program at Peirce College. “A goal delayed is not denied. That was my mantra to keep myself motivated to complete my goal no matter how long or difficult this journey may seem. I remember going to a technical school in the…
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Lower Merion Parents Push Back on Smartphones With “Wait Until 8th” Campaign
Over 300 Lower Merion families are saying no to smartphones – for now, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6ABC Action News. The ‘Wait Until 8th’ movement, a pledge to withhold smartphones from their kids until high school, is gaining momentum. Local dad, John Bellis read The Anxious Generation, which outlines the toll smartphones and social media…
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Six Holy Family Graduates Honored with 2025 Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching
Out of more than 12,000 educators in the School District of Philadelphia, just 60 were selected to receive the 2025 Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching. Among them, six are proud graduates of Holy Family University’s School of Education — a testament to the university’s lasting impact on classrooms across the region. Presented by the Christian…
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Bucks County Community College Names New Dean of STEM School
Bucks County Community College officials announced that Lisa Burgess will join the College’s vibrant community of scholars to lead the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics as the Dean of STEM, effective July 1, 2025. Burgess, a community college graduate herself, has more than 25 years of higher education experience as an educator and administrative leader. Burgess has…
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Former Aramark CEO Gifts $2.55M to University of Pennsylvania
Former Aramark CEO Joseph Neubauer and his foundation recently presented a $2.55 million gift to the University of Pennsylvania through his foundation, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new funding will go toward Penn’s police graduate program. With the gift, Penn and the Neubauer Family Foundation will be developing a first-of-its-kind graduate…
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GMercyU Launches New Online Graduate Programs in Nursing and Education
Gwynedd Mercy University — a leader in nursing, education, and other professional programs for more than 75 years — has launched three new online graduate programs in nursing and education. Starting in the fall 2025 semester, these programs will provide working professionals with the flexibility needed to advance their careers while meeting growing industry demands.…
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Meet Rashean Ramsue: President of the Alumni Association, Two Time Peirce Grad, Mother, and Full-Time Director
Today’s feature is Rashean Ramsue, President of the Alumni Association, Two-time Peirce College graduate, Mother, and Director. In 2018, Rashean attended a partnership information session hosted at her place of employment. She was previously familiar with Peirce and wanted to learn more about the college. She ultimately decided to enroll due to the adult and career…
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Bucks County High School Seniors Take ‘Last Ride’ on Buses to Their Graduation
Graduating seniors of a high school in Bucks County all came together for a longstanding tradition that invokes a lot of nostalgia. The entire senior class of Pennridge High School, located at 1228 North 5th Street in Perkasie, took place in the annual “last ride”, where they all get on school buses on the way…
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Pennsbury School District Adjusts Start Times: High School Begins Nearly Later, Middle School Earlier
The Pennsbury School District is adjusting its start times, shifting high schools to a later start while also moving middle schools to an earlier one, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Beginning in September, high school students will start their day at 8:15 a.m., nearly an hour later than the current 7:20…
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Seasoned Leader in Banking and Investments Returns to Eastern University’s Board of Trustees
Eastern University has appointed E. Shepard Farrar, a seasoned leader in the banking and investment space and a passionate advocate for giving back through community service, to its Board of Trustees. A graduate of Eastern’s MBA in Economic Development program, Farrar earned her degree in 1995 while working as Vice President at CoreStates (now Wells…
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Holy Family University Celebrates 68th Commencement: A Community Bound by Purpose, Lifted by Education
Holy Family University recently celebrated its 68th Commencement, awarding degrees to 828 graduates whose diverse backgrounds, determination, and achievements reflect the university’s strength as a beacon of opportunity and workforce-ready education. The Class of 2025 includes 20 associate’s degrees, 565 bachelor’s degrees, 219 master’s degrees, and 24 doctoral degrees awarded across Holy Family’s four schools:…
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Eastern University Grad Named National School Nurse of the Year
Emily Hunter, the school nurse at Rhawnhurst Elementary School in Philadelphia, has been named the 2025 National School Nurse of the Year for Pennsylvania by the National Association of School Nurses and the Pennsylvania Association of School Nurses and Practitioners. The honor recognizes the Eastern University graduate’s outstanding contributions to student health, educational equity, and professional leadership…
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