A newer club on campus is helping to foster faith and celebrate the Christmas spirit.
Andy Auguste started at DeSales as director of residence life in August 2020, and he credits past connections with helping to bring him here.
Scott McCulloch likes to recount an early success story from the Officer David M. Petzold Digital Forensics Laboratory of Lehigh County, which is...
As the music grew loud and students cheered, everybody sat at the edge of their seats waiting to see what was in store for them during this...
With a corn husk in one hand and some tamale mix in the other, students were able to make their own delicious tamales during a Latin cooking class...
DeSales is home to many traditions but DUCsgiving and the annual tree lighting ceremony are campuswide favorites.
Act 1 DeSales University Theatre is pleased to announce the Act 1 premiere of “Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella” as the...
Tony Award-winning actress Adrienne Warren tried to relax.
I am frequently asked: “Why are you always working?” My answer is both complex and simple.
An earnest spirit of gratitude and unity permeated the Labuda Center for the Performing Arts at this year’s Veterans Day ceremony.
Katelyn Kunz ’25, a junior nursing student, received the Andy Carter tuition scholarship from the Nightingale Awards of Pennsylvania.
On Monday, October 23, DeSales University held its annual Arts Angels Dinner. This year, the event honored Lee A. Butz, chairman of the board at...
Sarahjane Galvin ’24 knows firsthand what it’s like to struggle with anxiety.
Ever since I was young, I have known that I have wanted to be a teacher.
The dance department opens its 2023-2024 season with the popular Emerging Choreographers Concert November 3-5 in the Schubert Theatre of the Labuda...
Dozens of students flooded the campus mall over the weekend for a favorite fall event.
Imagine not knowing where your travels will take you until you arrive on the bus.
Diya Stephen ’25 was excited to leave her home in California to earn a degree in medical studies at DeSales.
Choosing a major is a crucial decision that shapes a student's academic journey and future career. It is not, however, uncommon for college...
Stacey Finney hopes to achieve a lot of things in her new role as the director of the Academic Success Center.
DeSales students teamed up with a local nonprofit in the community to help provide for those in need.
An eye opening and humbling experience.
With more than 800 competing athletes, an amazing group of volunteers and coaches, and beautiful, sunny weather, the Special Olympics Pennsylvania...
“Why did you decide to major in this? What are you going to do with it”?
It’s easy to spot Devon Francis’ face throughout the Lehigh Valley.
Our mission in action. That was the theme of this year’s Mission Convocation.
Act 1 DeSales University Theatre is pleased to announce that Lynn Nottage’s emotional and poignant “Intimate Apparel” will be the...
We’re proud to announce that DeSales University is moving up the list of best national universities.
Another class of aspiring health care providers has concluded its journey with the doctor of physical therapy program.
Matt Brancaccio ’09 remembers exactly where he was and what he was doing the morning of September 11, 2001.
Red and gold confetti rained down on State Farm Stadium as Super Bowl LVII drew to a close. As the Kansas City Chiefs celebrated, the...
As students settle in for the fall semester, they’ll notice some big changes across campus.
Food lovers, rejoice! The DeSales dining experience has expanded to deliver more delicious and inclusive options than ever.
As I enter my senior year, I am able to reflect upon what helped get me to where I am now in my college career.
As hundreds of first-year students arrived on campus to begin their college experience, Nidhi Kumar ’24 and Lucy Specht ’24, M’25...
First-year students in the Class of 2027 are learning all about life at DeSales.
Ask Nick Luchko what his favorite DSU tradition is and he doesn’t hesitate to say Orientation.
When his father suffered two heart attacks during his senior year of high school, Nicholas Perneta ’25, a biology major, knew that he wanted...
A numb, spine-tingling feeling. That’s how Kelley Kenney describes her first visit to Africa, standing at the site where the slave trade was...
Primary research literature is a critical component of undergraduate science curriculums. But reading and teaching these scientific papers can be...
What makes Joshua Slee excited to come to work every day? The people.
DeSales has made significant strides toward reducing food insecurity on campus, earning the designation of Pennsylvania Hunger-Free Campus by the...
Who was the woman in the blue scrubs? Sheyla Martinez ’22 never learned her name, but she did know her profession: registered nurse.
What defines someone as a pioneer? Paving the way for progress, not just for themselves, but for all who follow. That’s Margaret...
As this year’s Commencement ceremony drew to a close, Ana Belén Guerin ’23 began chatting with friends at their seats in the PPL...
Whether you’re a recent grad or an established professional, transitioning to a new job, work environment and culture can be daunting.
What sets one university apart from another? The community’s commitment to going above and beyond to provide a transformational learning...
Looking back, Xavier Gordon ’23 isn’t afraid to admit that his first year on campus was confusing. He wasn’t sure what he wanted...
DeSales University has appointed Terese Wignot, Ph.D., to serve as the next provost.
Cameron Kieffer ’23 knew from a young age that he wanted to enlist in the military. Growing up, he heard stories about the U.S. Army from his...
Nursing graduate Gabriella Torchia ’23 has a history of rising above athletic injuries.
As COVID-19 swept across the globe, theatre curtains were drawn closed, leaving performers with limited opportunities to pursue their passion....
Each summer, DeSales students from all majors seek out internships to put the knowledge they learned in the classroom to the test.
Colleges of Distinction is once again honoring DeSales University for its enriching undergraduate experience and commitment to student success.
DeSales is proud to honor the following recipients of the 2023 Student Life Awards. A formal celebration was held on May 3. Congratulations to all...
DeSales University is celebrating the installation of Lynn Ortale, Ph.D., adjunct professor, as the sixth president of Maria College in Albany, New...
Students arranged fresh produce on the bench in front of Jesus the Teacher: juicy Cara Cara oranges, vibrant radicchio, and romaine...
The Class of 2023 is officially out of the classroom and rejoicing in the conferral of their hard-earned degree.
For the fifth consecutive year the DeSales community rallied together to raise money for student financial aid during the annual Hearts on Fire Day...
After losing her father, uncle, and grandmother to cancer, Morgan Landau ’24, an early childhood education major, became determined to make a...
Kaitlyn Hines can still recall a man she helped during her days volunteering at the pro bono clinic in Norristown, Montgomery County—one of...
The DeSales University TV/Film major is the first undergraduate program to receive a grant from the nonprofit Safety For Sarah to help promote safe...
Health and wellness are key values of Character U, a program that aims to help first-year students thrive.
Thanks to the generosity of the George I. Alden Trust, one of the laboratories in the Hurd Science Center has received an essential...
DeSales University hosted its annual Service Excellence Dinner to recognize faculty and staff members that have reached milestone work...
The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program has landed a spot on the U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools.
From the very first moment I heard the words, "shoot for the moon, even if you miss, you'll land among the stars," I knew that they...
In today's digital era, social networking sites such as LinkedIn have become indispensable tools for professionals looking to expand their...
As a senior at the end of my college career, I have been taking the time to reflect on my four years here.
From an early age we are asked questions such as, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” and “What will you major in when you...
Sports have been a major part of my life growing up and have shaped me into the person I am today.
Public speaking: everyone’s favorite thing to do, right?
As the new semester begins, icebreakers are the first thing teachers love to dish out. My English class particularly had long icebreakers that dug...
Alyse Calandro smiles as she walks into class sporting her latest college swag—a Frankie the Bulldog keychain attached to her new DeSales...
Do you need healthcare hours for your major? They are not as impossible to get as you may think.
I remember growing up in the 90’s, watching “The Lion King” so often the VHS tape began to skip and was no longer viewable.
Law Day is an event where law school admissions directors come together to give students the opportunity of informing them about their school.
While he was president, the late Father Daniel Gambet, OSFS, used to quip that “theatre to [Allentown College] was what football was to Notre...
I had the incredible opportunity to study in Rome this past fall semester, and it was amazing!
