Education
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New Head of School Feels Deep Connection to Abington Friends School’s Quaker Values
Dr. Nicole Hood’s recent appointment as the 10th head of Abington Friends School marks a historic moment for the institution, writes Kyle Nguyen for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As the first woman of color to lead the school since its founding in 1697, Hood brings nearly 20 years of experience in education administration. Her previous…
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Penn State Abington Mourns Longtime Business Professor Steve McMillan
The Penn State Abington campus community is mourning the loss of G. Steven McMillan, Associate Professor of Business, who died suddenly. McMillan’s passion for teaching and boisterous personality led him to become a beloved figure on the campus he called home for almost three decades, and his research into corporate policies and their implications on competitive intelligence earned him…
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Considering College Athletics: Tips for the College-Bound Student-Athlete
From a pool of over 8 million high school athletes, more than 520,000 go on to play for almost 20,000 college teams. Division III teams, alone, include over 200,000 student-athletes. The relationships built, memories made, and lessons learned through competitive sports are life-changing for many student-athletes. If you’re wondering about whether to continue to play…
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Penn State Abington Celebrates ‘Village’ That Nurtured Success Among Diverse New Graduates
For 40 Penn State Abington seniors, the theme of the Spring 2024 Cultural Graduation, “Against All Odds: Triumphing Over Adversity,” resonated. Most of them completed high school in 2020, and, due to the pandemic, they didn’t experience traditional prom, awards, or commencement ceremonies. So, on an April evening in the Sutherland Auditorium, they dressed in their best…
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Chester County Teen Advocates for Youth Suicide Prevention in Local School Districts
A Chester County teen is advocating for teen suicide prevention in the Downingtown Area School District and the School District of Philadelphia, reports staff for FOX29 Philadelphia. Nived Lakshman, 17, is a rising senior at Downingtown East High School and has always been concerned about teen suicide rates. “It’s the third leading cause of death…
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Temple University’s Innovation Nest is Transforming Research into Real-World Solutions
Temple University celebrated the opening of its new Innovation Nest (iNest) in March, and its creation is to help support research-based initiatives at the university and help commercialize them, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The center’s 8,000-square-foot space includes wet labs, a facility for gene sequencing, meeting rooms, and an event space. “One…
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Start Now and Save Money! Finish Your Degree For Less
If you have been looking for the perfect time to continue your education, look no further. Peirce College has launched new incentives to lower costs for our academic programs that prepare you for in-demand jobs in a wide range of fields. New students can earn their Master’s degree in Higher Education Leadership or Professional Studies for only $9,900, which is…
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New Penn State Abington Graduate Appreciates Detours on the Road to His Degree
Tyler Thompson has come a long way since he started college in 2018. He said he quickly found himself “feeling like a number” and battling personal issues. His grade point average suffered, and he was placed on academic warning, so Thompson moved home to Bucks County, went to work at a local supermarket, and enrolled in community college. Fast…
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Penn State Great Valley Golf Outing Raises More Than $30K for Scholarships
Penn State Great Valley held its annual golf outing earlier this summer at Applecross Country Club in Downingtown, raising over $30,000 for student scholarships. Seventy-two golfers participated in the event, which also featured a silent auction, wine pull, several raffles, golf contests on the course, and prizes for first-, second-, and third-place golf winners. The…
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Head Coach Laura Hogan ’90 Retires After Illustrious Career With Delaware Valley University Women’s Basketball
Delaware Valley University head women’s basketball coach Laura Hogan ’90 announced her retirement from coaching on Monday morning, after 28 seasons at the helm. Hogan was named the head coach of her alma mater prior to the 1996 season. Her 28 years behind the bench is the most of any coach in DelVal Athletics history.…
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The Role of Personal Character in the College Admissions Review Process
Have you ever thought about how much YOU matter during the admissions process? The answer to this question will vary depending on where you are applying, but as a former admissions counselor for a large public state institution, I can assure you that personality and character do not go unnoticed during the application review process. …
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Penn State Great Valley Now Offering Stackable Credentials through Online Learning
Penn State is offering for the first time stackable credentials that can be used to earn master’s degrees in Engineering, Data Analytics, Information Science, Artificial Intelligence, Human Resources, and Psychology. The stackable credentials at Penn State are being offered through 27 graduate-level certificates that can be completed online, through Penn State World Campus. To earn a stackable…
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Bristol Township Among Fifty Pennsylvania Districts to Get Property Tax Relief
Bristol Township School District is among fifty school districts in the commonwealth that are poised to receive tax equity supplements from a total of $32 million in state funds, writes Kate Huangpu for WHYY. These tax equity supplements, ranging from $50,000 to $5 million, are targeted at districts where local taxes are disproportionately high…
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Lackawanna College & Peirce College Announce Intent to Merge, Creating PA’s Largest Private, Nonprofit Open Enrollment Institution
Lackawanna College and Peirce College announced on Aug. 13 that they intend to merge, based on the shared belief that both institutions are better and stronger together and aptly positioned to help more residents of Pennsylvania transform their lives. Pending the required approvals, Peirce will merge into Lackawanna, becoming a singular institution under the Lackawanna…
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Holy Family University To Launch Nurse Aide Training Program
The Holy Family University School of Nursing & Health Sciences has gained approval from the Pennsylvania Board of Education for its newly created Nurse Aide Training Program. The program is designed to meet a growing area and statewide need for certified nursing aides in hospitals, nursing homes, private care, and the expanding field of home…
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Germantown Friends School Launches New Research Course That Pairs Students with Scientists
Germantown Friends School recently launched a novel science course that pairs students with professional scientists, writes Kyle Bagenstone. The “Science Research” course, which launched in fall 2023, brings GFS students out of the classroom and into the working laboratories of scientists from all across the region. The course is spearheaded by the Science Department Chair…
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Navigating the Hyper-Competitive World of College Admissions
In Greta Gerwig’s 2017 film Lady Bird, a memorable scene depicts Christine “Lady Bird” McPherson checking her college admissions results. When she discovers her acceptance to only one college, she reacts with frustration. This scene resonates deeply with today’s college applicants, highlighting the intense and increasingly competitive college admissions landscape. But while the landscape has…
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Bucks County Short Fiction Contest Announces Call for Entries
Bucks County Community College has issued a call for entries for its short fiction contest for adults who live in Bucks County. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, October 10, 2024, at noon. The top three winners in the contest will receive gift cards of $200, $100, and $50, respectively, and will read from their work…
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