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WCU College of Education and Social Work Welcome to West Chester University's College of Education and Social Work page! Welcome to the College of Education and Social Work.

Our College includes Teacher Education, Counselor Education, Social Work, and other select professional education programs, such as Literacy and Special Education. The core emphasis of all the programs in the College is to prepare you to become a confident, caring and highly effective professional. Our major goal is to have you graduate ready to be a leader in your field, whether it is as a teacher, counselor, social worker, clinician, or other service-minded professional. We accomplish this through the commitment and expertise of a nationally and internationally respected teaching-oriented faculty and staff.

Save the date! 💜 💛This fall, Experience WCU is your chance to get to know West Chester University and see what life is r...
10/21/2026

Save the date! 💜 💛

This fall, Experience WCU is your chance to get to know West Chester University and see what life is really like on campus. Whether you’re a high school senior exploring your college options or a student considering transferring to WCU, you’ll have the opportunity to explore campus, learn about academics, and discover the people and resources that can help you succeed.

Register here: https://uadmissions.wcupa.edu/portal/experiencewcu

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Faculty, staff, students, and guests gathered in the Sykes Ballroom for the 44th Annual College of Education and Social ...
10/20/2026

Faculty, staff, students, and guests gathered in the Sykes Ballroom for the 44th Annual College of Education and Social Work Scholarship Ceremony on Tuesday, October 7th, 2026. Scholarships were awarded to approximately 66 students across social educator preparation programs, counseling, and social work. 📜 🌟

🌟The CESW extends its congratulations to all recipients for their commitment and achievements. We look forward to celebrating their continued success!

🌟And a special shoutout to all of the donors who made these scholarships possible. We thank you for your support!

💜 Read more on our CESW Spotlight page: https://www.wcupa.edu/education-socialWork/spotlight.aspx

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💡📖 The National Council of Teachers of English is dedicated to participation in discussions, presentations, and forums ...
10/20/2026

💡📖 The National Council of Teachers of English is dedicated to participation in discussions, presentations, and forums through which members will be able to actively engage in the development of skills necessary to become successful and effective English teachers at the secondary level.

NCTE would like to highlight their 2026-2027 Executive Board:
Layla King - President
Ruby Avalos - Vice President
Sarah Steeves - Leadership Consultant
Kayla Risser - Treasurer

Congratulations all! 🎉

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Today is the Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture! Aiden Tilery is the first currently enrolled student to deliver this ...
10/20/2026

Today is the Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture!

Aiden Tilery is the first currently enrolled student to deliver this prestigious lecture. His topic is “Self-Empowerment through Education: Becoming 21st Century Students of the Scholar Frederick Douglass.”

Listen to Tilery's lecture in Philips Memorial Building, the Autograph Library at 3:00 pm.

Read more 📖: https://www.wcupa.edu/communications/newsroom/2026/10.15Depaptiste.aspx

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Please read this important message regarding the temperature in Recitation Hall. Email cesw@wcupa.edu with any questions...
10/19/2026

Please read this important message regarding the temperature in Recitation Hall.

Email [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

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LOCATION SWITCH: November 4th's meeting will be held in Anderson 203!Register by following the QR code or go to https://...
10/19/2026

LOCATION SWITCH: November 4th's meeting will be held in Anderson 203!

Register by following the QR code or go to https://wcupa.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_brVThokr0yCAJ1Q?Q_CHL=qr

If you do not attend a pre-registration meeting, it could delay your student teaching semester.

Please contact Sue O'Doherty with any questions: SO'[email protected] or 610-436-3425.

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Today marks the first day of Transfer Student Appreciation Week! 🥳Academic Support and Advocacy Center (ASA) will be hos...
10/19/2026

Today marks the first day of Transfer Student Appreciation Week! 🥳

Academic Support and Advocacy Center (ASA) will be hosting various events all over campus. This is a great opportunity to connect with campus resources and other transfer students!

There is a kickoff party today from 11 am - 2 pm at Sykes Student Union. Drop-in for food, games, and prizes! 💜⭐️

Register now for a chance to win the GRAND PRIZE: a semester garage parking pass: https://ramconnect.wcupa.edu/ASAC/rsvp_boot?id=2276690

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Check out this trip to Holland in May 2027! 🌷✈️Scan the QR code or visit this link to show interest or learn more: https...
10/16/2026

Check out this trip to Holland in May 2027! 🌷✈️

Scan the QR code or visit this link to show interest or learn more: https://wcupaglobal.via-trm.com/authV2/welcome

Reach out to Dr. Chris Penny or Dr. Pauline Schmidt if you have any questions!
[email protected]
[email protected]

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WCU students, faculty, and staff are invited to Special Collections to explore highlights from our unique collections. 📸...
10/15/2026

WCU students, faculty, and staff are invited to Special Collections to explore highlights from our unique collections. 📸📜

📅Date: October 20th, 2026
🕐Time: 3:00-6:00pm
📍Location: FHG Library Special Collections, Room 613

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Any Education major who is eligible for and plans to student teach in the FALL 2027 SEMESTER must attend a pre-registrat...
10/15/2026

Any Education major who is eligible for and plans to student teach in the FALL 2027 SEMESTER must attend a pre-registration meeting to receive important student teaching information. 🍎📚

Register by following the QR code or go to https://wcupa.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_brVThokr0yCAJ1Q?Q_CHL=qr

Location Update: 11/4 Meeting is in Anderson Hall 203.

If you do not attend a pre-registration meeting, it could delay your student teaching semester.

Please contact Sue O'Doherty with any questions: SO'[email protected] or 610-436-3425.

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