Immaculata News
From Norway to Immaculata, David Martinson Is Preparing the Next Generation of Counselors
David Martinson, Immaculata University professor of counseling and chair of the Psychology and Counseling Department, recounts that he was bullied as a child and how that experience led him into the counseling field.
Make the most of your summer! 3 reasons to take summer classes
Want to be productive this summer? Consider taking an undergraduate class and feel a sense of accomplishment as you get a head start on the next school year.
Immaculata University Nursing Students Exceed Average First-Time NCLEX Pass Rates
Once again, Immaculata’s Prelicensure B.S.N. students surpassed the national average for first-time pass rates for the NCLEX exam by 10 percentage points. To help students succeed, the faculty launched the NCLEX Success Project, which provides students with the materials and support they need to prepare for the exam.
Adult Learner Pursues New Nursing Career to Connect With Patients
Tony Pisciella wanted a career that matters to him. He returned to college for an accelerated second bachelor’s degree in nursing and looks forward to connecting with patients experiencing acute challenges.
Taking Pride in Your Career: An Adult Learner’s Path to a New Career
Karenna Genzlinger ’23 was interested in a field that valued sustainability and offered flexible schedules. Immaculata’s nutrition program was a perfect fit.
Students Save Time and Money with Immaculata University’s Credit for Prior Learning Program
Immaculata’s CPL program awards credits for various types of training and experiences, including workplace training, technical/secretarial school courses, military training, professional certificates and more.
Working Professional Gains New Skills, New Confidence With Bachelor’s Degree From Immaculata
Josh Gribben applied concepts from the business management program to his job and felt more informed in conversations at his workplace. After demonstrating additional skills, he was promoted to sales operations manager.
High-tech, High-demand: Headed for a Secure Job in Cybersecurity
“As technology becomes a bigger part of our lives, we need people to keep it secure,” said Nick Speakman-Viggiano ’24, a cybersecurity major and accounting minor who gained experience through an internship with a credit union.







