On Wednesday, April 19, Commonwealth University co-hosted a college expo in partnership with Sen. Art Haywood at Enon Tabernacle Church in Philadelphia. During the expo, high school students from Sen. Haywood’s district gathered to learn about the college application process and college life.
Students in attendance had access to resource tables
and college administrative staff from CU to learn and ask questions.
The expo covered topics such as the benefits of higher education, how to
choose the right major, how to navigate scholarships and financial aid,
and what life as a college student looks like.
“It was wonderful
to be a part of this event and to meet the students in Sen. Haywood’s
district,” said Dr. Bashar W. Hanna, Commonwealth U president. “At
Commonwealth U, our number one priority is student success. We care
deeply about our students and want to see them achieve their dreams and
reach their professional goals.”
“Our mission at Commonwealth U is
to expand high-quality, affordable, academic opportunities to support
the needs of all learners,” Hanna added. “Our programs are in line with
today’s in-demand fields and careers and 99% of our recent alumni are
employed or in grad school within one year of graduation.”
Following
an immediate ask from Sen. Haywood, Commonwealth University has
committed to guaranteeing admittance to the 150 students who attended
today’s expo after graduating high school and meeting a GPA requirement.
“We
know the many benefits of having a college degree,” Haywood said. “And
if we know the benefits, we should be guaranteeing that opportunity to
every student possible.”
“The joining together of Bloomsburg, Lock
Haven, and Mansfield universities – three powerhouse institutions –
means more opportunity for our students,” Hanna said. “Through academic
offerings, scholarship opportunities, and affordability measures – we
are laser focused on providing transformative educational
opportunities.”
“At Commonwealth University, our top priority is
student success,” Hanna added. “We are dedicated to providing access to
an affordable, quality education, which is why we’re so pleased to
collaborate with Sen. Haywood on this event and offer guaranteed
admittance to all students in attendance meeting the university’s
admissions requirements. We look forward to welcoming them to the
Commonwealth University family.”
