Immaculata News
Immaculata University Nursing Graduates Achieve 94.34% First-Time NCLEX Pass Rate
Immaculata University’s B.S.N. graduates from 2026 achieved a 94.34% first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). From 2021-2025, Immaculata nursing graduates achieved an average first-time NCLEX pass rate of 92.18%, exceeding the national average of 87.80%.
New Discovery Expands Duffy’s Cut Tragedy: Human Remains Found in Downingtown
During a press conference at Immaculata University, Dr. William Watson, his twin brother Rev. Frank Watson, and members of the Duffy’s Cut team revealed the discovery of human remains in Downingtown’s Northwood Cemetery—evidence of a second mass grave linked to the 1832 Duffy’s Cut tragedy.
Spring 2025 Dean’s List
Immaculata University honors over 400 students who merit inclusion in the spring 2025 Dean’s List, achieving a grade point average of 3.7 on a scale of 4.0.
Immaculata Student Selected as Phillies Ballgirl
Immaculata University student Nadia Bhuiyan ’27, a major in Sport and Business Management and Marketing, has secured a coveted role as one of only 20 Philadelphia Phillies ballgirls for the 2025 season at Citizens Bank Park.
Immaculata University Launches Major-Payton School of Business
Theresa Major-Payton ’89 and Chris Payton inspire future leaders with Immaculata’s new Major-Payton School of Business.
IU 2025 Graduate Profile: Sarah Tarlecki, Psy.D.
After earning her Doctor of Clinical Psychology degree, Sarah Tarlecki returned to Immaculata as an adjunct faculty member while also practicing privately at the Pediatric Psychology Center of Chester County.
IU 2025 Graduate Profile: Catherine Kelly, M.S.N.
The experienced nurse remained committed to her master’s program while managing her own health challenge.
IU 2025 Graduate Profile: Ryan Straub, B.A.
The communication major gained experience in sports broadcasting through internships with local radio stations and with Immaculata’s sports information staff.