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BETHLEHEM, PA — In the ongoing debate about the role of politics in American public education, a new study by J. Cameron Anglum of the Lehigh University College of Education …
Are Schools Indoctrinating Kids? Students Say No, Lehigh University Research Shows Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s independent nonprofit colleges and universities say they are a powerful engine for the state’s economy, supporting roughly 200,000 jobs and generating $29 billion in annual economic …
Report: Pennsylvania’s Private Colleges Fuel 200,000 Jobs, $29B a Year Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — As technology accelerates and industries rapidly transform, an alignment needs to occur between the skills today’s students are acquiring and the competencies tomorrow’s employers will be …
WCU’s Center for STEM Inclusion Launches Sector Analysis Survey Throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania: Preparing Today’s Youth for Tomorrow’s STEM Workforce Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College has named Chef Jonathan Fike as its new Director of Culinary, bringing a seasoned industry veteran on board as the College prepares to expand …
Delaware County Community College Appoints Chef Jonathan Fike as New Culinary Director Amid Program Expansion Read More
MEDIA, PA — Five students from Delaware County Community College (DCCC) took a significant step toward careers in biomedical science this summer after being selected for the prestigious Biomedical Technician Training …
Delaware County Community College Students Gain Hands-On Experience Through Wistar Institute Biomedical Program Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College has emerged as a top performer among Maryland’s community colleges, with new data showing its transfer students are excelling academically at four-year institutions.
Cecil College Transfer Students Outperform State Peers in Academic Success Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA — Spanish-speaking Americans in need of mental health care often face long waitlists and limited options, a reality driven by a dramatic shortage of Spanish-speaking therapists.
Study Reveals Dramatic Gap in Spanish-Language Mental Health Services—Lehigh’s Certificate Program Offers Hope Read More MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College is celebrating the 2,920 full- and part-time students named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the spring 2025 semester.
Celebrating Academic Excellence: 2,920 Students Make DCCC’s President’s and Dean’s Lists! Read More
MEDIA, PA — Dr. Joy Dickerson, a longtime educator and leader in hospitality studies, has been honored with the 2025 Howard B. Meek Award by the International Council on Hotel, …
Delaware County Educator Joy Dickerson Receives Top International Hospitality Award Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College Trustee Sarah W. Colenda has been awarded the 2025 Mary A. Maloney Distinguished Service Award, recognizing her decades of service, leadership, and philanthropic commitment to …
Sarah Colenda Honored With Distinguished Service Award for Transformative Role at Cecil College Read More