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Immaculata University Appoints Mindy L. Tait Chair of Division of Nursing

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Mindy L. Tait has joined Immaculata University as chair of the Division of Nursing, bringing more than 20 years of experience as a nurse educator and academic leader overseeing undergraduate and graduate nursing programs, accreditation, faculty development and student success.

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Immaculata University Hosts Disaster Simulation for Students

Immaculata student on a stretcher accompanied by members of the East Whiteland Township Fire and Rescue, including Captain Nafziger , as part of the IU disaster simulation event.

Immaculata University hosted a Disaster Simulation Event that brought together students, faculty, first responders and regional emergency agencies for a hands-on crisis response exercise.

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How to Succeed in Your First Year of College: Six Tips for Freshmen

Immaculata University students walk to on a fall day surrounded by trees with bright orange and yellow leaves, with campus academic buildings visible.

Starting college can feel exciting yet overwhelming, but with Immaculata University’s supportive resources, including the First Year Seminar, wellness programs and campus involvement opportunities, students gain the tools to thrive academically and personally.

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Immaculata University Honors U.S. Army Veteran Umair Ahmed ’26 with Saint Catherine of Alexandria Medal

Immaculata University President Barbara Lettiere '72, standing with St Catherine of Alexandria medal winner, Umair Ahmed '26 in Villa Maria Chapel.

Immaculata University awarded the Saint Catherine of Alexandria Medal for the 2025-26 academic year to Umair Ahmed, a U.S. Army veteran and exercise science major with a pre-physician assistant focus from Chester Springs, Pennsylvania.

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Immaculata University Sees Largest Incoming Class in School History

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Immaculata University is welcoming its largest-ever incoming undergraduate class in fall 2025.

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New Discovery Expands Duffy’s Cut Tragedy: Human Remains Found in Downingtown

Duffy’s Cut team members speak at a podium during a press event at Immaculata University, with an American and an Irish flag, and an audience visible.

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.

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Habemus Papam! American Cardinal Elected New Pope

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Pope Leo XIV has ties to the Philadelphia region and to the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

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New Academic Leaders Join Immaculata University

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Kristi L. Ringen, Ed.D., MBA, joins Immaculata University as vice president for academic affairs and provost and Craig L. Fuller, Ph.D., MLS (ASCP), is the new dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions.

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