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LANCASTER, PA — In a significant move to reshape the landscape of higher education in Pennsylvania, state and federal education leaders convened at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology to spotlight …
Pennsylvania’s Bold Blueprint: Transforming Higher Education for Economic Growth and Accessibility Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In an era where education is a linchpin to career success, Pennsylvania is charting a transformative course to revolutionize higher education. Spearheaded by Governor Josh Shapiro, …
Revolutionizing Higher Education: Governor Shapiro’s Groundbreaking Blueprint Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A new report detailing the traumatic experiences of hate and harassment on Pennsylvania state university campuses is prompting calls for systemic change. The ENOUGH Report, released …
Pennsylvania Senator Art Haywood Unveils ‘ENOUGH Report’ to Address On-Campus Racism Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Shapiro recently unveiled an ambitious blueprint designed to expand access to higher education for the state’s learners. The plan, which includes streamlining governance and implementing a …
Pennsylvania’s Path to Progressive Higher Education: State Senators Applaud Governor Shapiro’s Blueprint Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — In a move aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment in higher education institutions, Pennsylvania Senator Art Haywood (D-4) has announced forthcoming legislation designed to counteract hate speech …
Pennsylvania Senators Propose Legislation to Combat Hate Speech on College Campuses Read More
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has signed House Bill (HB) 1461 into law as Act 11A, securing increased state funding for Lincoln University and other state-related universities in …
Governor Shapiro Signs Act 11A Boosting Funding for State-Related Universities Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Ursinus College has been announced as the winner of the fifth annual 2023 Direct Effect™ Innovation Challenge (DEIC) by America250PA. This statewide competition brings together students from various …
Ursinus College Wins AMERICA250PA’s 2023 Direct Effect Innovation Challenge Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives this week passed House Bill 612, a critical legislation that ensures the provision of substantial investments to state-related universities. This move, championed by …
Pennsylvania House Approves State University Funding, Ensuring Affordable Education for Students Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro this week announced a new partnership between Google and the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). This collaboration offers industry-recognized Google Career Certificates to …
Governor Shapiro’s Game-Changing Partnership with Google & PASSHE to Supercharge Commonwealth’s Workforce for High-Growth Jobs Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) Foundation announced that the Commonwealth will be providing $5 million in grant funds for a new scholarship program for Commonwealth …
Commonwealth Scholarships to Be Offered to Pennsylvania State Employees Read More