WCU College of Education and Social Work

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 teache

r, 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.

The Involvement Fair is today! 🚨Visit the Academic Quad to learn more about WCU organizations and get involved on campus...
09/02/2026

The Involvement Fair is today! 🚨Visit the Academic Quad to learn more about WCU organizations and get involved on campus! 11 am - 2 pm today! 🐏

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We want to thank our very own CESW 2026 Orientation Leaders for all their hard work this summer! 🐏First up, we’re celebr...
09/01/2026

We want to thank our very own CESW 2026 Orientation Leaders for all their hard work this summer! 🐏

First up, we’re celebrating Joey Panuto, a third-year student studying Early Grades Preparation. Thank you for all you’ve done this summer, Joey! 💜

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🎉 NEW this year at WCU! 🎉Need help navigating college? One Stop is here to support you! One Stop is a service center des...
08/27/2026

🎉 NEW this year at WCU! 🎉

Need help navigating college? One Stop is here to support you! One Stop is a service center designed to answer any question you may have. It is located in the Francis Harvey Green Library, first floor, next to Starbucks. 📍

Some things One Stop help with:

- Registering for classes and finding the best classes for your major
- Navigating WCU’s systems and portals
- Important dates and deadlines
- Billing questions
- Paying for college through loans, FAFSA, payment - plans, scholarships, and grants
- Living on campus or off
- Questions about getting involved on campus, student life, and making the most of your college experience

Drop by, no need for an appointment, ask questions, and get the support you need to make the most of your WCU experience! 🐏

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Interesting in traveling this fall break? Visit Africatown, Alabama, October 9–12, and explore its history and community...
08/26/2026

Interesting in traveling this fall break? Visit Africatown, Alabama, October 9–12, and explore its history and community. Open to students, faculty, and staff. Register by September 15! ✈️🌍

Link to Interest Form:
https://rb.gy/ndd3rc

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Welcome back Rams! Enjoy your first day of classes! Rams up 🐏![Image Description: A purple background with a border of v...
08/24/2026

Welcome back Rams! Enjoy your first day of classes! Rams up 🐏!

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Weeks of Welcome (WoW) is far from over! 🎉Events will be held through September 27. Shown are a few upcoming events happ...
08/23/2026

Weeks of Welcome (WoW) is far from over! 🎉Events will be held through September 27. Shown are a few upcoming events happening during the first week of classes.

Log in to RamConnect for more information and registration!

See you tomorrow, Rams! 🐏

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Over 3,000 first year and transfer students moved in to WCU on August 20th and 21st! Don't forget to check out the aweso...
08/21/2026

Over 3,000 first year and transfer students moved in to WCU on August 20th and 21st! Don't forget to check out the awesome events planned for "Weeks of Welcome" (WoW). See you next week, Rams! 🐏🎉

Discover what’s happening during Weeks of Welcome, including the highlight events listed, and read the full article here 📲: https://www.wcupa.edu/communications/newsroom/2026/08.13Movein.aspx

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Discover how Dr. Katie Solic is using literacy as a tool for empowerment, inclusion, and social change. 🐏💜⭐Through her t...
08/21/2026

Discover how Dr. Katie Solic is using literacy as a tool for empowerment, inclusion, and social change. 🐏💜⭐

Through her teaching, research, and work with programs like PRIZE, Dr. Solic is inspiring future educators to recognize the power of literacy in creating opportunities and strengthening communities.

Check out the story to learn more about her impact at WCU!

Link 📰:
https://www.wcupa.edu/communications/magazine-summer-2026/faculty-profile.aspx

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Meet Aaliyah Wood ’26, WCU’s 2026 Outstanding Teacher Education Senior Award winner! 🐏💜⭐After experiencing challenges fi...
08/19/2026

Meet Aaliyah Wood ’26, WCU’s 2026 Outstanding Teacher Education Senior Award winner! 🐏💜⭐

After experiencing challenges finding her sense of belonging as a first-year student, Aaliyah turned that experience into action by creating Future Teachers United, a student-led organization that supports aspiring educators through connection, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Check out the story to learn more about her journey and the difference she’s making in the WCU community 🐏!

Link 📰: https://www.wcupa.edu/communications/magazine-summer-2026/student-profile.aspx

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