Help archivists unravel a fascinating trove of Philadelphia images
An astounding collection of photographs from legendary city planner Ed Bacon has been released to the public. The goal is not just to share but also to gather information.
8 reasons 2019 will be a great year for Pennsylvania
To get you as excited as we are, check out this list of reasons to relish 2019. From statewide trends to singular events to stunning natural resources, there's something for everyone.
Philly startup offers a better bargain for business school applicants
Applying to business school can be an intimidating — and expensive — process, which is why these two founders are shaking things up. Using current students as mentors, they hope to reduce the barriers to entry in this selective section of higher ed.
Getting hands-on in Hanover
A groundbreaking program at Hanover High School gives students the inspiration and experience they need to step right into real-world careers in manufacturing. It's a holistic approach to vocational education, and one state officials are hoping can be replicated across Pennsylvania.
A Philadelphia startup incentivizes good behavior
MilkCrate builds custom gamified apps that reward socially and environmentally impactful behavior, while offering its clients — nonprofits, progressive companies, schools — access to meaningful data.
Up in the Valley
Like many Pennsylvania regions, the Greater Susquehanna Valley is working hard to attract and retain companies and talent. Thanks to a robust young professionals organization, a dedicated economic development community, stellar higher ed institutions, cool towns and fun breweries, they're on their way. Join us on May 17 in Mifflinburg for Gather Up: Susquehanna Valley, a networking event and celebration of the region.
The hardest working dogs in PA
A groundbreaking program at the UPenn School of Veterinary Medicine uses innovative and dog-friendly methods to train pups for jobs as varied as law enforcement, disease detection, search-and-rescue, and stolen artifact retrieval.
A revolutionary way to diagnose concussions in amateur athletes
Lancaster's Reflexion offers a portable, rapid concussion test for amateur and school sports. The three founders are tackling a problem that impacts 50 million athletes across the country, and hoping to save lives in the process.
Philadelphia's Character Lab builds better students, and better people
Headed by MacArthur genius grant winner Angela Duckworth, this nonprofit early-stage tech company is advancing the science and practice of character development in schools.
At Penn College, plastics provide a path to success
On a college campus in Williamsport, PA, a major industry has found a foothold, while students have found a path to nearly 100 percent employment.