Sunday - October 4, 2026

News Tipoffs - Pennsylvania Editors

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'U.S. News Ranks' Duquesne a Top-100 Private National University
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Duquesne University posted the following news release: * * * 'U.S. News Ranks' Duquesne a Top-100 Private National University * University also makes significant gains in Best Value, engineering and nursing rankings Reflecting its continued momentum, Duquesne University debuted at No. 78 in the new Top Private Colleges-National Universities category of the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, placing it among the country's top 100 priva  more
Ahead of Xi White House Meeting, Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Joins Democratic Veterans in Demanding Trump Hold Beijing Accountable for Providing Key Intelligence to Iran Resulting in U.S. Troop Deaths
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Ahead of Xi White House Meeting, Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Joins Democratic Veterans in Demanding Trump Hold Beijing Accountable for Providing Key Intelligence to Iran Resulting in U.S. Troop Deaths * On July 17th, an Iranian missile struck a U.S. base in Jordan killing three servicemembers and injuring four others; Wall Street Journal reporting has confirmed that Iran acquired high-r  more
Ala. A.G. Marshall, Co-signers Issue Letter to Secretary of State Rubio on National Security Vulnerabilities in Foreign GLP1, Peptide Supply Chains
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Alabama Attorney General Steve T. Marshall issued the following letter with co-signers to Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the national security vulnerabilities in foreign GLP1 and peptide supply chains: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 17, 2026 Secretary of State Marco Rubio 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20500 Dear Secretary Rubio: We, the Attorneys General of Alabama and 19 other States, would first like to ackn  more
Alfred University listed in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings
ALFRED, New York, Sept. 22 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Alfred University listed in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings * U.S. News & World Report released its annual rankings of colleges and universities Tuesday, Sept. 22, and Alfred University is among the institutions of higher education recognized. Alfred is among the top institutions in its region for Social Mobility, which measures how schools provide access and opportunity to economically-disadvan  more
Allegheny College Retains Existing Accolades and Earns New Awards In 2027 U.S. News & World Report Rankings
MEADVILLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Allegheny College issued the following news: * * * Allegheny College Retains Existing Accolades and Earns New Awards In 2027 U.S. News & World Report Rankings September 22, 2026 Allegheny College has once again earned national recognition in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings, placing among the nation's top 100 liberal arts institutions and earning high marks for its hands-on, high-impact academic programs. The digital media company'  more
Alumni Awards Winners for 2026
MILLERSVILLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Millersville University posted the following news: * * * Alumni Awards Winners for 2026 * Millersville University held its annual Marvelous Marauder and Alumni Award Recognition Dinner in July. The Millersville Alumni Association recognizes the achievements of alumni and others through the Alumni Awards program, which honors individuals who exemplify the values of Millersville and celebrates their professional accomplishments, volunteerism and commitme  more
AMC to Pay $56,000 in EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * AMC to Pay $56,000 in EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit * Movie theatre chain settles federal lawsuit charging it failed to accommodate employee with cerebral palsy, forcing him to quit BALTIMORE -American Multi-Cinema (AMC), a nationwide movie theatre chain, will pay $56,000 and furnish significant remedial relief to settle a federal disability discrimination lawsuit filed by the   more
American Federation of Teachers Issues Letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 (TNSletter)-- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent is also the chair of the Financial Stability Oversight Council. * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 15, 2026 The Honorable Scott Bessent, Chair Financial Stability Oversight Council U.S. Department of the Treasury 1500 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W. Washington, DC 20220 Dear Chair Bessent: I am writing on behalf of 1.875 million A  more
Aramark: Introducing Sourcient, a New Era of Responsible Sourcing Intelligence
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release: * * * Introducing Sourcient, a New Era of Responsible Sourcing Intelligence September 22, 2026 Foodservice operators today face mounting expectations to demonstrate local, sustainable, and responsible sourcing measures at their locations--yet the data needed to validate those commitments is often scattered across suppliers, d  more
Attorney General Bonta Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Undermining Federal Vaccine Guidance
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 22 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Undermining Federal Vaccine Guidance * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced co-leading a coalition of 22 attorneys general and the Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in urging U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to keep federal vaccine recomm  more
Attorney General James Encourages New Yorkers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 22 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Encourages New Yorkers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices * September 22, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a bipartisan group of 47 other attorneys general in urging eligible consumers to submit claims for compensation from generic drug manufacturers that illegally colluded to raise prices. The U.S. Dist  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Secures Settlement Blocking AmeriCorps Cuts
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 22 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Secures Settlement Blocking AmeriCorps Cuts * "AmeriCorps programs are critical to helping communities across our state, including as we continue to rebuild in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene," said Attorney General Jeff Jackson. "This win helps make sure that AmeriCorps members and the organizations they serve have the support  more
Attorney General Mike Hilgers Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Sept. 22 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mike Hilgers Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices * Lincoln - Attorney General Hilger is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases and to submit a claim for compensation here. This month, the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut granted preliminary approval of a pl  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL, BIPARTISAN COALITION URGE CONSUMERS TO CLAIM COMPENSATION FOR INFLATED GENERIC DRUG PRICES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 22 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL, BIPARTISAN COALITION URGE CONSUMERS TO CLAIM COMPENSATION FOR INFLATED GENERIC DRUG PRICES * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a bipartisan coalition of 47 attorneys general, is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases, and to submit a claim for compensation. Raoul and the coalition filed  more
Attorney General Rayfield Secures Patient Relief Over Inflated Drug Prices
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 22 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Secures Patient Relief Over Inflated Drug Prices * As Oregon families deal with skyrocketing costs for everyday necessities like prescription drugs, Attorney General Dan Rayfield is urging Oregonians to check if they're owed money(Opens in a new tab/window) from pharmaceutical corporations who were caught secretly conspiring to drive up prices to pad their profit  more
Attorney General Tong Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 22 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Urges Consumers to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices * Press Releases Attorney General Tong, along with the Attorneys General of 47 other states and territories, announce preliminary approval of their plan to distribute funds to consumers following multiple settlements with drug manufacturers accused of conspiring to inflate prices of   more
Babbs Hollett named faculty coordinator of teacher education accreditation
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education posted the following news: * * * Babbs Hollett named faculty coordinator of teacher education accreditation * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Karen Babbs Hollett, assistant teaching professor of curriculum and instruction in the Penn State College of Education, has been named the college's faculty coordinator of teacher education accreditation and certification. In the new role, Babbs Hollett will work with   more
Berger Montague Files Amicus Brief in Eighth Circuit Immigration Detention Appeal
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Berger Montague, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Berger Montague Files Amicus Brief in Eighth Circuit Immigration Detention Appeal * Berger Montague, a leading national plaintiff-side law firm, on September 16, 2026 filed a pro bono amicus curiae brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit in Morozov v. Warden, Lawrence County Jail, urging the Court to affirm a district court ruling that barred the go  more
Carnegie Mellon University Reaches Historic High at No. 14 in U.S. News Rankings, Takes No. 1 Spot for Computer Science
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * Carnegie Mellon University Reaches Historic High at No. 14 in U.S. News Rankings, Takes No. 1 Spot for Computer Science * Carnegie Mellon University has achieved its highest position in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, climbing six spots to No. 14 nationally in the 2027 list. The result marks a historic moment for CMU and reflects growing recognition of the university's acade  more
CBO Issues Cost Estimate for Washington's Trail--1753 National Historic Trail Feasibility Study Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following cost estimate for the Washington's Trail--1753 National Historic Trail Feasibility Study Act (S. 4538). * * * S. 4538 would direct the National Park Service (NPS) to study the feasibility and desirability of designating the route from Virginia to Pennsylvania taken by George Washington in 1753 as a national historic trail. In 2019, the NPS conducted a reconnaissance study of Washington's trail. The bill would require   more
Coastal Carolina University names four Swain Scholars for 2026-28
CONWAY, South Carolina, Sept. 22 -- Coastal Carolina University posted the following news: * * * Coastal Carolina University names four Swain Scholars for 2026-28 * Four Coastal Carolina University students have been selected as Swain Scholars for 2026-28, earning a two-year scholarship and an opportunity to apply their academic experience to health and wellness challenges facing local communities. Through the Swain Scholars program, students work alongside CCU faculty and community partner  more
Deluzio Joins New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Deluzio Joins New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers * CARNEGIE, PA -Last week, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) helped introduce the Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act, which would reverse tax giveaways for data center development from the Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill. Congressmembers Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) and Don Davis (NC-01) lead the bill, and Congr  more
Department of History & Geography and Earth Science help preserve Brownsville's Underground Railroad
SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news: * * * Department of History & Geography and Earth Science help preserve Brownsville's Underground Railroad * For more than three years, students and faculty of the Department of History and Geography and Earth Science have been working with the members of the Brownsville Church of God to preserve and honor the history of the Brownsville community and its historic cemetery in Greene Township, Franklin C  more
Department of the Interior Announces Appointments to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior issued the following news release: * * * Department of the Interior Announces Appointments to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council * WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of the Interior today announced the council members for the recently reestablished Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council. The federal advisory council provides recommendations to the federal government through the Secretaries   more
Department of the Interior Announces Appointments to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service issued the following news release: * * * Department of the Interior Announces Appointments to Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council * WASHINGTON, DC - The Department of the Interior today announced the council members for the recently reestablished Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation and Access Council. The federal advisory council provides recommendations to the federal governmen  more
DeSales University Climbs in National Rankings in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Edition
CENTER VALLEY, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- DeSales University posted the following news: * * * DeSales University Climbs in National Rankings in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Edition * DeSales University has once again been recognized among the nation's top institutions of higher education. The University climbed 21 places from its 2026 National Universities ranking, reflecting continued progress among institutions nationwide. In the newly released 2027 edition of U.S. News   more
Duane Morris Partner Joseph K. West Named to Forbes' America's Top Lawyers List for 2026
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Duane Morris, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Duane Morris Partner Joseph K. West Named to Forbes' America's Top Lawyers List for 2026 * WASHINGTON, D.C., September 22, 2026-Joseph K. West, Partner and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Duane Morris LLP, has been named to Forbes' America's Top Lawyers List for 2026, which recognizes leading attorneys across the United States for outstanding profession  more
Educational Equity opens its doors for second annual Fall Open House
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Educational Equity opens its doors for second annual Fall Open House * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State's Office of Educational Equity will welcome faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members to its second annual Fall Open House on Thursday, Oct. 1, at Penn State University Park. The event will offer participants an inside look at the people, programs and services advancing s  more
Extremist Content Online: Recently Released ISIS Audio, Pro-ISIS Propaganda, Offer to Share Explosives Guides Located on TikTok
NEW YORK, Sept. 22 [Category: Sociological] -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release: * * * Extremist Content Online: Recently Released ISIS Audio, Pro-ISIS Propaganda, Offer to Share Explosives Guides Located on TikTok * (New York, N.Y.) -The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports on the methods used by extremists and terrorist groups on the Internet to spread propaganda and incite violence. In this week's issue: * ISIS Activity Roundup * ISIS Al-Naba Editoria  more
FarmSTAND: UFCW 1776 Sues State of Pennsylvania To End Unconstitutional Labor Law Exception for Agriculture
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- FarmSTAND issued the following news release: * * * September 21, 2026 UFCW 1776 Sues State of Pennsylvania To End Unconstitutional Labor Law Exception for Agriculture Legal challenge seeks to end nearly nine-decade injustice harming organized labor in the state - The United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 1776 Keystone State has filed a lawsuit seeking to end an exception in Pennsylvania law that leaves the state's agricultural workers with fewer rights at work t  more
FDA Recall Notice: Wakefern Food Voluntarily Recalls Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Wakefern Food Corp. Voluntarily Recalls Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce Summary Company Announcement Date: September 14, 2026 FDA Publish Date: September 22, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Reason for Announcement: Elevated levels of patulin Company Name: Wakefern Food Corp. Brand Name: Wholesome Pantry Product Description:  more
Federal Register: FTC Reaches $100 Million Settlement With Corpay Inc. Over Deceptive Fuel Card Fees
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * FleetCor Technologies; Analysis of Proposed Consent Order To Aid Public Comment The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of Federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices. The attached Analysis of Proposed Consent Order to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the complaint and the terms of the consent order--embodied in t  more
Federal Register: Justice Dept. Lands Antitrust Settlement Prohibiting Pinnacle Property Management Services From Using RealPage Inc. Price-Fixing Software
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * United States of America, et al. v. RealPage, Inc., et al.; Proposed Final Judgment and Competitive Impact Statement Notice is hereby given pursuant to the Antitrust Procedures and Penalties Act, 15 U.S.C. 16(b)-(h), that a proposed Final Judgment, Stipulation, and Competitive Impact Statement have been filed with the United States District Court for the  more
Federated Hermes Survey: Top Business Concern for Advisors is Making Better Use of AI/technology to Reach More Clients
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 (TNSxrep) -- Federated Hermes, an asset manager, issued the following news release: * * * Federated Hermes survey: Top business concern for advisors is making better use of AI/technology to reach more clients * Advisors concerned aging client base hinders practice growth opportunities * ETFs overtake mutual funds in client portfolio assets for first time (PITTSBURGH, Pa., Sept. 22, 2026) -- Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE:FHI) today announced the results of i  more
Firefighter to medicolegal death investigator - Wayne Hopkins
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Firefighter to medicolegal death investigator - Wayne Hopkins * "I have always felt like I do my best work when the stakes are the highest." Born in Baltimore and raised in York County, Pennsylvania, Wayne Hopkins, an Armed Forces Medical Examiner System medicolegal death investigator, has built his life and career through service. "I've always had a strong desire to help people," said Hopkins. "A  more
First known cases of feline Marfan syndrome discovered in cat siblings
ITHACA, New York, Sept. 22 -- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine posted the following news: * * * First known cases of feline Marfan syndrome discovered in cat siblings * Researchers at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and the Baker Institute of Animal Health have documented the first molecular characterization of Marfan syndrome in domestic cats, documented in a paper in the September 19 issue of Scientific Reports. "The findings may help veterinarians re  more
Franklin & Marshall Earns High Marks in Latest U.S. News Rankings
LANCASTER, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Franklin and Marshall College issued the following news: * * * Franklin & Marshall Earns High Marks in Latest U.S. News Rankings September 22, 2026 By Chris Karlesky '01 Franklin & Marshall College has risen in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of the nation's best liberal arts colleges, earning high marks in one of the most widely followed annual assessments of higher education. F&M ranks No. 34 in the 2027 Report of Best National Liberal A  more
Gene Haas Foundation Donates $1.5 Million to Support SAE International Collegiate Design Series Programs
WARRENDALE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- SAE International issued the following news release: * * * Gene Haas Foundation Donates $1.5 Million to Support SAE International Collegiate Design Series Programs WARRENDALE, Pa. (Sept. 22, 2026) - SAE International(R) is excited to announce that the Gene Haas Foundation is supporting student participation in SAE Collegiate Design Series(R) (CDS) programs by covering registration fees for hundreds of collegiate engineering teams competing in the 2027 Baj  more
Governor Morrisey Discusses Northern Panhandle Highway and Infrastructure Projects
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Sept. 22 -- Gov. Patrick Morrisey, R-West Virginia, issued the following news: * * * Governor Morrisey Discusses Northern Panhandle Highway and Infrastructure Projects * FOLLANSBEE, W.Va. \- Following a two-day tour across Ohio, Brooke, and Hancock counties, Governor Patrick Morrisey joined Senator Laura Chapman and Delegate Jimmy Willis today in Brooke County to detail a slate of targeted West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) and Division of Highways   more
How this year's El Nino may create extreme weather around the world
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * How this year's El Nino may create extreme weather around the world The term "El Nino" is used to describe the periodic shift in how heat moves around within the Pacific Ocean, forming a massive pool of warm ocean water that is powerful enough to shift weather patterns, resulting in heavy rainfall, flooding, drought, wildfires and rising global temperatures. While it occurs along the equator between Asi  more
Human Rights Campaign and Human Rights Campaign Foundation Welcome New LGBTQ+ Champions to Their Boards of Directors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Political] -- The Human Rights Campaign posted the following news release: * * * Human Rights Campaign and Human Rights Campaign Foundation Welcome New LGBTQ+ Champions to Their Boards of Directors * These seven new board members bring specialized expertise and years of experience in advocacy that will help the organization in its mission to advance LGBTQ+ equality WASHINGTON -Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HR  more
Juniata College Earns National Recognition in 2027 U.S. News Rankings
HUNTINGDON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Juniata College issued the following news: * * * Juniata College Earns National Recognition in 2027 U.S. News Rankings September 22, 2026 HUNTINGDON, Pa.-- Juniata College continues to stand out nationally for the strength of its academic experience and campus community. U.S. News & World Report announced today that Juniata College is ranked #91 among the best national liberal arts colleges, #87 in Top Private Colleges, #60 in Best Value Schools, and #61  more
K&L Gates Adds State and Local Tax Partner in New York
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- K&L Gates, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * K&L Gates Adds State and Local Tax Partner in New York 22 September 2026 Global law firm K&L Gates LLP welcomes Jeffrey Reed as a partner in its Corporate practice. Reed joins the firm's New York office from Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. Reed focuses his practice on state and local tax controversies and state tax planning. He advises clients on a broad range of state and local tax m  more
Kutztown University Rises in 2027 U.S. News and World Report Rankings for Best Regional Universities
KUTZTOWN, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Kutztown University issued the following news release: * * * Kutztown University Rises in 2027 U.S. News and World Report Rankings for Best Regional Universities September 22, 2026 KUTZTOWN, Pa. - Kutztown University has been named a "Best Regional University" for 2027 in the U.S. News and World Report's annual ranking of U.S. colleges and universities. U.S. News lists KU as No. 107 in the first tier of the Best Regional Universities for the northern regi  more
La Roche University Earns National Recognition for Social Mobility from U.S. News & World Report
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- La Roche University posted the following news release: * * * La Roche University Earns National Recognition for Social Mobility from U.S. News & World Report * PITTSBURGH, Sept. 22, 2026 - La Roche University has once again earned national recognition for social mobility, ranking No. 34 among Regional Universities in the North in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. In addition to its social mobility ranking, La Roche is included am  more
La Salle University Continues to Be Recognized as One of the Best Colleges by U.S. News and World Report
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- La Salle University issued the following news: * * * La Salle University continues to be recognized as one of the Best Colleges by U.S. News and World Report September 22, 2026 The University appeared on the Best Colleges list for the fifth-year running, with a rise in overall placement on the 2027 rankings compared to previous years. For the fifth consecutive year, La Salle University was ranked as one of the best higher education institutions in the  more
Lafayette College Named Among 13 Members of The Reconciliation League
EASTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Lafayette College issued the following news: * * * September 22, 2026 Lafayette College named among 13 members of The Reconciliation League As a charter member of the new global coalition, the Lafayette campus will host the inaugural summer fellowship to prepare future leaders to bridge deep divides Lafayette College has joined 12 higher education institutions across the world as charter members of The Reconciliation League, an international association of   more
Laureate Erin Murphy to Bring Collaborative Poetry Experience to Lehigh Valley
CENTER VALLEY, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University Lehigh Valley campus issued the following news: * * * Laureate Erin Murphy to bring collaborative poetry experience to Lehigh Valley Interactive Oct. 19 program will invite students and the campus community to contribute to a University-wide poetry project September 22, 2026 CENTER VALLEY, Pa. -- Erin Murphy, the 2026-27 Penn State Laureate, will visit Penn State Lehigh Valley on Monday, Oct. 19, to present "With These H  more
LAWSUIT: FIRE announces lawsuit against Tennessee police department over pre-dawn raid at critic's home
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression posted the following news release: * * * LAWSUIT: FIRE announces lawsuit against Tennessee police department over pre-dawn raid at critic's home * * Police in Kingsport, Tennessee, staged the raid to arrest Joshua Gibbons after he filmed and criticized a speeding officer nine days earlier * The arrest was conducted in a pre-dawn raid at his elderly mother's home because of Gibbons' online videos   more
Littler: How to Prepare for Philadelphia's New Employer Training Obligations for Security Officers While Enforcement Remains Postponed
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 23 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * How to Prepare for Philadelphia's New Employer Training Obligations for Security Officers While Enforcement Remains Postponed By Doug Allen and Martha Keon September 22, 2026 At a Glance * Philadelphia's new law regarding Minimum Training for Security Officers will require nearly all employers of security guards in the city to provide and pay for mandatory interactive training. * Although it beca  more
Local high school students invited to participate in Westminster College's writing contest
NEW WILMINGTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Westminster College posted the following news: * * * Local high school students invited to participate in Westminster College's writing contest * High school students are invited to submit original writing for Westminster College's annual Creative Writing Contest, sponsored by the College's Department of English. Winners will be given the opportunity to participate in a writing workshop, share a public reading of their work and receive an award on We  more
Lycoming College earns strong national rankings for 2027
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Lycoming College posted the following news: * * * Lycoming College earns strong national rankings for 2027 * Lycoming College has landed strong marks across the nation's most-watched college rankings for 2027, reinforcing what its students and alumni already know: a Lycoming degree pays off. New recognition from U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, and Money magazine points to the College's academic quality, affordability, and its power to m  more
Marywood University Surges 16 Places in 2027 U.S. News Rankings Amid Record Enrollment
SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Marywood University posted the following news: * * * Marywood University Surges 16 Places in 2027 U.S. News Rankings Amid Record Enrollment * Marywood University surged 16 places to #45 overall among Regional Universities North in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings, making Marywood the highest-ranked Northeastern Pennsylvania university in this category. Marywood also debuted at #30 in the Top Private Universities list, making it th  more
Misericordia University Celebrates Physician Assistant Class of 2026
DALLAS, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Misericordia University posted the following news: * * * Misericordia University Celebrates Physician Assistant Class of 2026 * Twenty-five Graduates Complete Rigorous Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Program DALLAS, Pa. -Misericordia University celebrated the Class of 2026 graduates of its Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPAS) program during a Program Completion and White Coat Ceremony on Friday, Aug. 7, in Lemmond Theate  more
MIT named the nation's top university by U.S. News for 2026-27
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * MIT named the nation's top university by U.S. News for 2026-27 * U.S. News and World Report has designated MIT as the top school in its annual rankings of the nation's best universities, announced today. Among the academic specialties that U.S. News evaluates, MIT's engineering program continues to lead the rankings of undergraduate engineering programs at a doctoral institution  more
Moreno Calls on DOJ to Review Lenient Sentence for Ohio Man Who Force-Fed Girlfriend Abortion Pills
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Moreno Calls on DOJ to Review Lenient Sentence for Ohio Man Who Force-Fed Girlfriend Abortion Pills * Moreno Letter Outlines Biden-era Abortion Policies That Enabled Ohio Tragedy WASHINGTON - Today, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) wrote to Attorney General Todd Blanche sounding the alarm after an Ohio man was sentenced to just six months in jail after being found guilty of force-feeding his girlfrien  more
Muhlenberg Achieves Record High in U.S. News & World Report 2027 College Rankings
ALLENTOWN, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Muhlenberg College issued the following news: * * * Muhlenberg Achieves Record High in U.S. News & World Report 2027 College Rankings September 22, 2026 Muhlenberg College has achieved its highest rating ever in the U.S. News & World Report (USNWR) Best Colleges rankings, placing No. 62 among 203 National Liberal Arts Colleges in the 2027 edition released today. The record-setting position surpasses the college's previous historic high of 64 in 2015 and   more
National Sorghum Producers Issues Letter to President Trump on U.S. Sorghum Producers Push for Guaranteed Market Access in Upcoming China Trade Talks
LUBBOCK, Texas, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- The National Sorghum Producers issued the following letter to President Trump on the U.S. sorghum producers push for guaranteed market access in upcoming China trade talks: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 18, 2026 President Donald J. Trump The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500 Dear President Trump: As American sorghum farmers move through the 2026 harvest season, thank you for your determination to expand  more
Networks of Success: MTU Computer Engineering Student Finds the Right Opportunities for Growth
HOUGHTON, Michigan, Sept. 22 -- Michigan Technological University posted the following news release: * * * Networks of Success: MTU Computer Engineering Student Finds the Right Opportunities for Growth * Armed with robotics experience and a love of programming, second-year computer engineering student William Ingels is using his network of Michigan Tech experiences and connections to find more opportunities to build success. Thanks to Michigan Tech's Summer Bridge Program, William Ingels st  more
Penn College Earns Fourth Consecutive No. 1 Innovation Ranking
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: * * * Penn College earns fourth consecutive No. 1 innovation ranking September 22, 2026 Pennsylvania College of Technology has been ranked No. 1 most innovative school for the fourth consecutive year in the 2027 Regional Colleges (North) classification by U.S. News & World Report. In the Regional Colleges (North) classification, the college also ranked No. 2 best for veteran students, N  more
Penn Nursing BSN Program #1 in the Nation
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing issued the following news: * * * Penn Nursing BSN Program #1 in the Nation Penn Nursing's Bachelor of Science in Nursing is the number one undergraduate nursing program* in the nation, according to the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. September 22, 2026 "Penn Nursing is committed to solving vital challenges together," says Margaret Bond Simon Dean of Nursing Antonia M. Villarruel. "  more
Penn State Altoona Professor's Book Launch Celebrated at Brown University
ALTOONA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University at Altoona posted the following news: * * * Penn State Altoona professor's book launch celebrated at Brown University September 22, 2026 ALTOONA, Pa. -- Brown University's African Poetry Book Fund, the Literary Arts Department and the Department of Africana Studies/Rites and Reason Theatre will present "Voicing Patricia Jabbeh Wesley: Book Launch of the Liberian Writer's Collected Poems," celebrating the book launch of "Patrici  more
Penn State rises to No. 22 among public universities in 2027 US News 'Best Colleges'
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Penn State rises to No. 22 among public universities in 2027 US News 'Best Colleges' * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State rose to No. 22 among national public universities and No. 55 overall -increasing four places in both categories -in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 "Best Colleges" ranking, released Sept. 22. Penn State also ranks No. 19 among Association of American Universities public  more
Penn State-Beaver: Schreyer Institute Announces Recipients of Curriculum Renewal Grants
MONACA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University Beaver campus issued the following news: * * * Schreyer Institute announces recipients of curriculum renewal grants September 22, 2026 UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- The Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence announced the recipients of the 2026-27 Curriculum and Instruction Renewal Program (CIRP) grants, designed for program-level renewal projects that align with the institute's mission. CIRP is a faculty-driven program that aims  more
Penn State-Great Valley: World Campus Launches New AI Credentials, Literacy Resources for Online Learners
MALVERN, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University Great Valley campus issued the following news: * * * World Campus launches new AI credentials, literacy resources for online learners Initiatives build on Penn State's AI Transformation September 22, 2026 UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Penn State World Campus has launched new credentials in artificial intelligence (AI) and resources to bring AI into the virtual classroom as part of Penn State's efforts to prepare students and profess  more
PennWest enrollment stabilizes as retention improves
CALIFORNIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- PennWest posted the following news: * * * PennWest enrollment stabilizes as retention improves * PennWest University enrolled 10,542 students for Fall 2026, remaining essentially level with the previous fall while recording gains in student retention, Global Online, graduate and dual enrollment. Total enrollment decreased by just six students from fall 2025, the university's smallest year-over-year decline since PennWest became an integration university  more
Photo Gallery: A Penn State family tradition, four generations strong
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education posted the following news: * * * Photo Gallery: A Penn State family tradition, four generations strong * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -John Barlett grew up in a Penn State family. Now, the College of Education alumnus is watching that legacy continue with his own children. "I never considered going to school anywhere but Penn State," Barlett said. "I knew from growing up around here how special the Univers  more
Pitt Ranks No. 24 Among the Nation's Public Universities, Says U.S. News & World Report
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The University of Pittsburgh issued the following news: * * * Pitt ranks No. 24 among the nation's public universities, says U.S. News & World Report September 22, 2026 The University of Pittsburgh moved up to No. 24 among public universities nationally in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings, released Tuesday. Pitt sits at No. 59 among all national universities -- a 10-spot jump from last year's list, making the University the biggest  more
Professor Rebecca A. Mattson's co-authored article to be published by the Fordham Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment Law Journal
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Professor Rebecca A. Mattson's co-authored article to be published by the Fordham Intellectual Property, Media & Entertainment Law Journal * UNIVERSITY PARK, PA-"Safeguarding Libraries: An Analysis of Obscenity and 'Harmful to Minors' Laws Exemptions and Defenses," written by Professor Rebecca A. Mattson and Harvard Law librarian Shay Elbaum, has been accepted for public  more
Rep. Moolenaar Issues Letter to President Trump on Strategic Recommendations for U.S.-China Bilateral Engagement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following letter to President Trump on strategic recommendations for the U.S.-China bilateral engagement: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 18, 2026 The Honorable Donald J. Trump President United States of America 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. Pres  more
Rep. Moolenaar Issues Letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 17, 2026 The Honorable Scott Bessent Secretary of the Treasury U.S. Department of the Treasury 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220 Dear Secretary Bessent, I write to detail i  more
Reproductive Freedom for All Launches New Six-Figure Digital Ad in Pennsylvania Highlighting Ryan Mackenzie's Anti-Abortion Record
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom for All Launches New Six-Figure Digital Ad in Pennsylvania Highlighting Ryan Mackenzie's Anti-Abortion Record * Washington, DC -Reproductive Freedom for All has launched a new digital ad in Pennsylvania urging voters to reject anti-abortion extremist Rep. Ryan Mackenzie this November. The ad slams Rep. Ryan Mackenzie  more
Researchers Launch $26 Million Study to Predict ALS and FTD Before Symptoms Begin
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 22 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Researchers Launch $26 Million Study to Predict ALS and FTD Before Symptoms Begin * A major international review led by University of Miami Miller School of Medicine neurologist Dr. Michael Benatar argues that some diseases, including ALS, frontotemporal dementia and LATE, should be classified by their shared TDP-43 biology. #Key Takeaways * A five-year study across 13 research s  more
Saint Joseph's Achieves National University Status, Earns Top Rankings From 'U.S. News & World Report'
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Saint Joseph's University issued the following news: * * * Saint Joseph's Achieves National University Status, Earns Top Rankings From 'U.S. News & World Report' The milestone caps four years of strategic transformation, including two mergers and a major expansion into the health professions. September 22, 2026 Saint Joseph's University has been reclassified as a national university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, r  more
SBA Awards $8.9 Million in SCALE Funding to 18 Organizations to Strengthen Domestic Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: * * * SBA Awards $8.9 Million in SCALE Funding to 18 Organizations to Strengthen Domestic Supply Chains Funding will help small manufacturers scale production and support strategic priorities September 22, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced it awarded $8.9 million in grants across 18 organizations through its Supply Chain Acceleration and Logistics Enabl  more
SBA: FAST Awards Will Expand Access to America's Seed Fund and Help Small Businesses Turn Ideas Into Commercial Capability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: * * * FAST Awards Will Expand Access to America's Seed Fund and Help Small Businesses Turn Ideas into Commercial Capability September 22, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that it awarded more than $8 million in grants to 50 organizations through the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program. The FAST Program provides small businesses and s  more
SFU Lands Best Value and Top Private College Distinctions
LORETTO, Pennsylvania, Sept. 21 -- Saint Francis University posted the following news: * * * SFU Lands Best Value and Top Private College Distinctions * * #15 Best Value Schools -Regional Universities (North) * #25 Top Private Colleges -Regional Universities (North) (tied) * #37 Regional Universities (North) (tied) * |47 places in Best Value * |18 places Overall #Saint Francis University | 2027 U.S. News Best Colleges Rankings LORETTO, Pa. -Sept. 22, 2026 -Saint Francis University  more
Simulated nuclear facilities offer hands-on cybersecurity learning
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Simulated nuclear facilities offer hands-on cybersecurity learning * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Historically, nuclear power plants have been controlled using analog tools, such as switches that can be physically adjusted. While the advent of new digital systems has improved the operations efficiency and safety of nuclear facilities, these systems introduce the newfound risk of cyberattacks.   more
SUNY Fredonia Rises in U.S. News Public University Rankings
FREDONIA, New York, Sept. 23 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: * * * SUNY Fredonia rises in U.S. News public university rankings September 22, 2026 University remains among top public institutions in the North while expanding academic programs and student support SUNY Fredonia is ranked No. 24 among the top public universities in the North in the 2027 edition of U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges" rankings, moving up one position from last  more
Susquehanna University Climbs 11 Spots in U.S. News Rankings
SELINSGROVE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Susquehanna University posted the following news: * * * Susquehanna University climbs 11 spots in U.S. News rankings September 22, 2026 University reaches No. 85 among national liberal arts colleges and earns Best Value recognition Susquehanna University has advanced 11 spots to No. 85 in U.S. News & World Report's latest ranking of the nation's best liberal arts colleges. Susquehanna was also ranked No. 46 among Best Value Schools, a recognition tha  more
The University of Scranton Opens 'National' Era With U.S. News
SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The University of Scranton issued the following news: * * * Sep 22, 2026 The University of Scranton Opens 'National' Era with U.S. News After more than three decades as a regional leader, according to U.S. News and World Report, Scranton makes a strong debut in the elite National Universities category. The University of Scranton has boldly entered the U.S. News and World Report rankings of the best colleges in the entire United States, further validating   more
They Developed an AI Tool to Detect Online Job Ads Linked to Human Trafficking
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 22 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * They Developed an AI Tool to Detect Online Job Ads Linked to Human Trafficking * Detecting online job boards and job ads with human trafficking risks (Credit: Dall-E) Getting frustrated after applying to thousands of jobs on LinkedIn and never hearing back? USC graduate student Siyi Zhou was one of them, struggling to land internships and jobs. She turn  more
Thompson Announces Low-Interest SBA Loans to Help Business Owners, Nonprofits, Homeowners Recover from Severe Storms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Thompson Announces Low-Interest SBA Loans to Help Business Owners, Nonprofits, Homeowners Recover from Severe Storms * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Glenn "GT" Thompson (Pa.-15) announced that eligible businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters can apply for low-interest federal disaster loans to offset physical damage caused by severe storms and flooding o  more
Three New Schools Partner With Geneva College for Beaver County Direct Admission
BEAVER FALLS, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Geneva College issued the following news: * * * Three New Schools Partner with Geneva College for Beaver County Direct Admission September 22, 2026 Geneva College has partnered with three new schools for the Beaver County Direct Admission initiative: Ambridge, Freedom, and Hopewell. Through this initiative, Geneva offers guaranteed admission to any student who has a 3.0 GPA or higher at one of the partner schools. The goal of the partnership is to cre  more
U.S. News & World Report 2027 Ranks Moravian University Amongst Best Colleges
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Moravian University issued the following news release: * * * U.S. News & World Report 2027 Ranks Moravian University Amongst Best Colleges BETHLEHEM, PA - Sept. 22, 2026- Today, Moravian University announced that it has been recognized across multiple categories in the U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings. Moravian earned the #29 spot among Regional Universities (North), marking a nine-spot jump from #38 in the 2026 rankings. Now in its 42  more
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Pitt-Bradford in Top 5 for Value in the North
BRADFORD, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The University of Pittsburgh Bradford campus issued the following news: * * * U.S. News & World Report ranks Pitt-Bradford in Top 5 for value in the north Campus also highly ranked in Best Colleges for Veterans; Top Public Schools in the North September 22, 2026 The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has been ranked No. 5 in Best Value Schools and No. 5 in Best Value Schools for In-State Students among Regional Colleges in the North by U.S. News & World  more
U.S. News Names Chatham a Best College, a Top 5 University for Social Mobility in PA
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Chatham University posted the following news: * * * U.S. News Names Chatham a Best College, a Top 5 University for Social Mobility in PA * Chatham University was today named a Best College in the National Universities category by U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges 2027, the publication's yearly list highlighting the best in higher education. Chatham was listed in the Social Mobility-National Universities category, continuing the university's stand  more
U.S. News rankings highlight GCC's value, quality of teaching
GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: * * * U.S. News rankings highlight GCC's value, quality of teaching * Grove City College earned top spots in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings for value, overall quality, and the strength of its undergraduate teaching. In addition to securing top 10 status in the region as a Best Value College (#3), a Top Private Private College (#4); and best overall (#6), the College is ran  more
University of Pittsburgh School of Computing & Information: Undergraduate Computer Science Program Receives Its Highest U.S. News & World Report Ranking in 2027 List
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The University of Pittsburgh School of Computing and Information issued the following news: * * * Undergraduate Computer Science program receives its highest U.S. News & World Report ranking in 2027 list September 22, 2026 SCI's undergraduate computer science program ranked No. 49 (tie) in the U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best College rankings, a 14-spot jump from the previous year's list and the highest the program has ever been ranked in the U.S. Ne  more
University of Pittsburgh: These Student Journalists Help Keep the Pitt Community Informed
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The University of Pittsburgh issued the following news: * * * These student journalists help keep the Pitt community informed September 22, 2026 From covering Student Government Board resolutions to spotlighting Oakland neighborhood businesses, student journalists provide a perspective on all things Pitt: Students, faculty and staff alike can tune in to WPTS Radio, watch Pitt to the Point or pick up The Pitt News for a hyperlocal news fix. The students  more
UPMC's Insurance Services Division Products Earn Top NCQA Ratings
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * UPMC's Insurance Services Division Products Earn Top NCQA Ratings 9/22/2026 PITTSBURGH -- UPMC announced today that several of its Insurance Services Division products received 4.5- or 5-star ratings from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). This makes these plans among the highest NCQA-rated plans in both Pennsylvania and the nation in 2026. "Earning t  more
Ursinus continues to earn national recognition in 2026 rankings
COLLEGEVILLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Ursinus College issued the following news: * * * Ursinus continues to earn national recognition in 2026 rankings * Below is more information on each publication's recognition: U.S. News U.S. News once again named Ursinus to its top 100 national liberal arts colleges, tied for #91. Ursinus is also highlighted in the following special categories: * * #78 in Best Value Schools - National Liberal Arts Colleges * #87 in Top Private Colleges - Na  more
US News again ranks Temple among top 50 public universities for 2027
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * US News again ranks Temple among top 50 public universities for 2027 * This is the fourth straight year that Temple has ranked among the top 50 public institutions. Temple is also ranked No. 71 in the Best Value category. For the fourth straight year, Temple is ranked among the top 50 public institutions by U.S. News & World Report. Temple University's status as Philadelphia's public research univers  more
USGS Links Chesapeake Bay Science to $1.6 Trillion Regional Economy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Geological Survey issued Fact Sheet 2026-3022, 'U.S. Geological Survey Science Supports a Thriving Chesapeake Bay Watershed Economy,' by Tony J. Good, James S. Webber, Emily Pindilli and Shonte Jenkins. Issued in September 2026, the fact sheet describes how USGS monitoring and analysis support water, wildlife and land resources that underpin major economic sectors across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The watershed spans about 64,000 square miles across  more
Virginia Tech: Virginia's Smart Airspace Network Lands First Flights
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 23 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia's Smart Airspace network lands first flights The flights marked the first demonstrations of the Virginia Tech-led Smart Airspace program, which is part of Virginia's Advanced Air Mobility Strategic Plan. By Lindsay Key 22 Sep 2026 Virginia's Smart Airspace program reached new heights this summer when two advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft flew newly developed routes throughout central and southwest  more
Volleyball Weekly Honors
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 22 [Category: Sports] -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news: * * * Volleyball Weekly Honors * Livingstone Sweeps CIAA CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 22, 2026) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA(r)) has announced its, with Livingstone College sweeping all four awards following an undefeated 3-0 week. The Blue Bears earned Rookie, Defensive Player, Offensive Player and Setter of the Week honors. The C  more
WA consumers urged to claim compensation for inflated generic drug prices
OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 22 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA consumers urged to claim compensation for inflated generic drug prices * Attorney General Nick Brown is urging Washington consumers and businesses to check their eligibility for compensation under a recent settlement for certain generic drug purchases and to submit a claim for compensation here. Following litigation by Washington and a coalition of 47 other states and t  more
Walkinshaw , Thompson Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize our POW/MIA Servicemembers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- Rep. James Walkinshaw, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Walkinshaw, Thompson Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize our POW/MIA Servicemembers * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, U.S. Representatives James Walkinshaw (D-Va.) and Glenn "GT" Thompson (R-Pa.) introduced a bipartisan resolution designating Friday, September 18, 2026, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day. This resolution pays tribute to American servicemembers who were prisoners of war  more
Westminster ranks No. 2 for Best Value in U.S. News Best Colleges guide
NEW WILMINGTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Westminster College posted the following news: * * * Westminster ranks No. 2 for Best Value in U.S. News Best Colleges guide * #College also ranks No. 3 for Best Undergraduate Teaching Programs Westminster College has been ranked No. 2 for Best Value among Regional Colleges North in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report "Best Colleges" guide, placing the College among the region's highest-ranked institutions for providing students with a high-quality ed  more
What's the Difference Between a Counselor, Therapist, Psychologist and Psychiatrist?
SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Marywood University posted the following news: * * * What's the Difference Between a Counselor, Therapist, Psychologist and Psychiatrist? * You know you want to help people. Maybe you're interested in mental health, fascinated by human behavior, or simply want a career where you can make a difference in someone's life. Then you start researching careers and run into a whole list of titles: counselor, therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist. Wait. Aren't th  more
Where Cybersecurity Research Could Make the Biggest Difference
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * Where Cybersecurity Research Could Make the Biggest Difference * Cyber threats are evolving and expanding as increasingly complex systems and artificial intelligence create new security challenges. For cybersecurity researchers, that raises a fundamental question: Which problems are most important to solve? Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute have develop  more
World Campus launches new AI credentials, literacy resources for online learners
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * World Campus launches new AI credentials, literacy resources for online learners * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State World Campus has launched new credentials in artificial intelligence (AI) and resources to bring AI into the virtual classroom as part of Penn State's efforts to prepare students and professionals for an AI-driven world. The initiatives are intended to put AI education and  more