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Cedar Crest Celebrates 159th Anniversary During Founding Day   Image

Cedar Crest Celebrates 159th Anniversary During Founding Day  
September 9, 2026
celebrated its annual Founding Day on Sept. 3 outside Blaney Hall, marking the College’s 159th anniversary. Among the celebration’s featured speakers were President Elizabeth Meade, Provost Dr. Robert Wilson, and Dr. Calley Stevens Taylor, with guest speaker Allentown…
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A Century-Old Tradition Welcomes Cedar Crest’s Newest Falcons 
September 4, 2026
Cedar Crest officially welcomed the Class of 2030 during its Open Door Ceremony on Aug. 20, a 103-year-old tradition that marks the beginning of each student’s Cedar Crest journey and symbolizes opening the door to a college education filled with new possibilities. …
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Achieves Historic Enrollment Growth 
September 1, 2026
is achieving historic enrollment growth, welcoming the largest fall entering cohort in the College’s 159-year history. Overall enrollment is up over 7% in just one year and nearly 20% since 2023, when Cedar Crest launched its strategic…
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Celebrates the Class of 2026
May 21, 2026
On Saturday, May 9, honored the Class of 2026 during its 156th Commencement Ceremony at PPL Center in Allentown.   President Elizabeth Meade welcomed students from the Class of 2026, their families, friends, and loved ones, and faculty and staff in…
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Building Tomorrow’s Workforce: Hosts Tech & Talent Summit
April 10, 2026
On March 30, industry and academic leaders convened at ’s Tompkins Center for the College’s inaugural Tech & Talent Summit. Presented by ADVANCE at Cedar Crest and the Harmon Center for Leadership in Technology, the Lehigh Valley Tech & Talent: Building Tomorrow’s…
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Announces Former U.S. Congresswoman as 2026 Commencement Speaker 
April 7, 2026
is proud to announce Susan Wild, former U.S. Congresswoman (2018-2025), as keynote speaker for this year’s 156th Commencement Ceremony. Representing Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District, Susan built a reputation as a practical and effective leader who handled complex challenges while staying focused on the people she served.  The…
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Beyond the Classroom: Sophomores Explore Belize 
March 31, 2026
’s Class of 2028 recently returned from the ninth annual Sophomore Year Expedition, a weeklong trip full of service, culture, learning, new experiences, and memories that will last a lifetime. The expedition program is a short-term study abroad opportunity for…
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Launches Advance at Cedar Crest  
March 2, 2026
proudly announces the launch of ADVANCE at Cedar Crest, a professional learning initiative designed for working adults—career starters, career changers, and seasoned professionals—as well as the employers who depend on them. Built in response to today’s rapidly…
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Celebrating Student Scholars: Fall 2025 Dean’s List
January 14, 2026
Congratulations to the students named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2025. This recognition highlights those who have achieved a GPA of 3.65 or higher, reflecting their dedication and academic excellence. Join us in acknowledging their hard work and celebrating…
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Soaring Strong: Continues to Lead in the Lehigh Valley
October 2, 2025
For the fifteenth year in a row, has been named among the top colleges by U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges Rankings 2025-2026. The 2026 edition of the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings evaluates more than 1,700 U.S. colleges and universities,…
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Celebrating Student Scholars: Spring 2025 Dean’s List
June 10, 2025
Congratulations to the students named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2025. This recognition highlights those who have achieved a GPA of 3.65 or higher, reflecting their dedication and academic excellence.  Join us in acknowledging their hard work and celebrating their…
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Empowering Women, Leading Change: ’s Enduring Commitment 
March 24, 2025
At Cedar Crest, Women’s History Month is more than just a celebration–it’s a reflection of our commitment to empowering women and preparing them to lead in every field. From groundbreaking advancements in technology education to fostering leadership in business and…
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Named Hunger-Free Campus for Second Time
March 18, 2025
Food insecurity is a crucial issue impacting students across Pennsylvania. According to the Commonwealth, over one third of college students know of a fellow classmate who has had to drop out of college due to food insecurity during the pandemic.…
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Student Scholars Soar: Fall 2024 Dean’s List
February 17, 2025
Congratulations to the students named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024. This recognition highlights those who have achieved a GPA of 3.65 or higher, reflecting their dedication and academic excellence.  Join us in acknowledging their hard work and celebrating…
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’s President Meade talks Leadership, Enrollment, and Women’s Colleges 
October 11, 2024
Amid shifting social perspectives on the value of higher education, university leaders must continually adapt to secure their institutions’ future. President Meade recently spoke to University Business on several related subjects–including leadership, enrollment, and women’s colleges–as well as the scalable action items…
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Launches New Instructional Coaching Endorsement
September 19, 2024
Schools and districts in the Lehigh Valley and beyond, are exploring ways to make teaching and learning more effective. The emerging field of instructional coaching provides an opportunity to approach classroom support for this in an ongoing and authentic way.…
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Announces Spring 2024 Delphi Society Inductees
August 14, 2024
Twelve Cedar Crest students have been inducted into the Delphi Society, the College’s honor society for undergraduate students. Students who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.8 at the end of their junior or senior year are recognized as…
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Celebrating Student Success: Spring 2024 Dean’s List
July 24, 2024
Congratulations to the students named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2024. This recognition highlights those who have achieved a GPA of 3.65 or higher, reflecting their dedication and academic excellence. Join us in acknowledging their hard work and celebrating…
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Power in Movement: ’s Spring Dance Showcase  
April 3, 2024
Over Forty Dancers Set to Take the Stage  Spring is in the air, and so is the rhythm of ’s highly anticipated Spring Dance showcase! This evening of dance, creativity, and inspiration features a lineup of works by students,…
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Forensic Science Symposium

to Host Annual Forensic Science Symposium 
March 8, 2024
Six Forensic Scientists to Showcase Field Insights  Forensic science professionals and enthusiasts can explore the dynamic field’s most recent developments on March 23rd, 2024, as hosts the 22nd Annual Forensic Science Symposium. This full-day event, themed “Falcon…
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Launches New Tourism and Hospitality Management Program
February 29, 2024
The College Now Offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Concentration in Tourism and Hospitality Management  In an era defined by dynamic shifts in global travel patterns and consumer preferences, is pleased to address…
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Launches Master of Public Health Program 
January 17, 2024
Professionals seeking to make a positive impact in public health have the opportunity to advance their studies thanks to a new, flexible online program offered at . The Master of Public Health program accommodates part-time and full-time learners…
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Forensic Science Students Sweep at National Conference
December 18, 2023
The wins keep coming for our Forensic Science student researchers. Our students won more awards than any other school in attendance at the 49th annual meeting of the Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists (NEAFS) in Groton, Connecticut. Seven Falcons presented…
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Celebration, Recognition, & Impact 
December 15, 2023
On Tuesday, December 12, ’s faculty and staff gathered for the Annual Employee Recognition Ceremony to cap off the calendar year in celebration of one another and our community. In addition to announcing service anniversaries for employees and…
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Supporting Student Scholars: ’s Impactful Giving Tuesday
December 8, 2023
On Tuesday, November 28, participated in Giving Tuesday, an annual global generosity movement meant to support and transform communities for the better. Thanks to an outpouring of support from alumnae/i, donors, and friends, Cedar Crest had our…
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Supporting Student Success: Awarded $1.7 Million Title III Grant
November 9, 2023
has been awarded a transformative five-year, $1.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Institutions Program, providing the college with additional resources to further students’ career preparation. This grant will allow Cedar Crest…
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