Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Anne Frazier, a Political Science major and Valedictorian of the Cheyney University Class of 2013, spoke at the Commencement program on May 18, 2013.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Cheyney University President Michelle R. Howard-Vital presented the 2013 Cheyney University graduating class at commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18 at 11 AM in the historic quadrangle on campus.
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
On April 15, 2013, three members of the Keystone Honors Academy joined the Dean, Dr. Tara Kent, to participate in the PASSHE Honors Student Development Conference.
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Cheyney University’s fourth annual Entrepreneurial Business Plan Awards event is planned for 5 pm on Wednesday, April 24. Author of the book "From the Courtroom to the Kitchen” and host of the TV show “Sugar Rush,” Warren Brown, will give the keynote address at 6 PM in Marian Anderson Music Center.
Monday, April 8, 2013
You are cordially invited to the last on-campus concert of the Cheyney University Concert Choir on Thursday, April 18, 2013. The choir has been preparing all semester for this performance and will present some old and new favorites. The concert begins at 7 pm and is free and open to the public.
Friday, April 5, 2013
Congratulations, prospective graduates, family members and guests and welcome to Cheyney University's Commencement Website! The 2013 Commencement Convocation will be held on the Cheyney University Quadrangle at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2013. All graduates are expected to participate in Commencement and must be in proper academic attire. PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION \ TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE MET ALL THE GRADUATION CRITERIA.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
As college communities become increasingly aware of the amounts of stress students are experiencing and its negative impact on both their health and academic performance, Cheyney University is offering training for students, faculty and staff. Online training modules and simulations are now available to the entire campus that will assist in identifying and referring students to appropriate support services on campus.
Friday, March 29, 2013
Alice Wootsen, the award-winning author of 11 romance novels, is bringing her work and her love for reading back to her alma mater on Wednesday, April 10 in Carnegie Hall Great Room at 2 pm for an old-fashioned tea party.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Cheyney University will celebrate academic excellence at the Annual Honors and Awards Convocation on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 6:00 PM in the Marian Anderson Auditorium. The entire campus community and public are invited to attend the event and the reception afterwards.
The Cheyney University Honors and Awards Convocation is an annual event designated to celebrate the accomplishments and ongoing academic excellence of Cheyney University students and faculty.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Cheyney University's Spring Career Fair is set for March 27, 2013. Marcus Foster Center Presented by the Center for Career & Professional Development, it is scheduled from 11 am to 3 pm in the Marcus Foster Student Center.
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Cheyney University will be holding auditions in the Vaux-Logan Auditorium on Tuesday March 26th and Wednesday March 27th from 7-9 PM for Cheyney's Got Talent.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
The Cheyney University Spring 2013 Entrepreneurial Leadership Center Lecture Series offers an opportunity to learn from the experts how to develop a successful business. Aspects of Innovation will be offered in eight programs at the UPS Conference Room in the New Residence Hall. All programs are open to the public and are free of charge.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
On April 26, 2013, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania will present An Evening with Alice Walker to benefit the Keystone Honors Academy. The evening will entail a dinner reception at 5:00 PM in CU's Carnegie Great Room and at 7:00 PM, a lecture presented by Dr. Walker in the Marian Anderson Music Center. Sponsorship packages are available at many levels. For sponsorship information, contact lgreen@cheyney.edu.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Opening Conference for Students
Monday, January 28, 2013
12:30 - 1:30 pm- Marian Anderson Auditorium
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Interested students can register for The Innovative Micro Business Plan Competition online at www.cheyneybiz1837.istart.org For further information, please email the ELC Director at rwhiteside@cheyney.edu
Friday, January 11, 2013
The Keystone Honors Academy at Cheyney University invites academically talented students to learn more about the Academy. Join us on Friday, February 15, 2013 for Keystone Honors Day, an information session for prospective students. The Academy provides competitive scholarships and an array of special opportunities for students who are admitted into the program.
Friday, January 11, 2013
Dear Cheyney University Student/Parent:
Greetings and Happy New Year! We wanted to share with you the information below regarding important orientation dates for all new, returning, and transfer Cheyney University students:
New Student Orientation:
• New Student Orientation (Main Campus) – January 15, 2013
• Transfer Student Orientation (Main Campus) – January 17, 2013
• Backup Orientation Date (Main Campus) – January 29, 2013
• New Student Orientation (Center City) – January 24, 2013
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
The Cheyney University Internship Institute program is presenting a series of Interview Preparation Workshops. Topics will include career research, resume writing, interview techniques, and dressing for interviews. Current students, particularly sophomores and juniors, as well as seniors who are preparing for transition into the career force, are encouraged to attend the free programs. Most are held in Vaux Logan Auditorium and most are held from 6:30 to 8 pm. (check listing for times).
Monday, September 24, 2012
On Thursday, October 4, Daymond John, star of ABC’s show Shark Tank and founder of FUBU, will discuss “From Rags to Riches, Guerrilla Marketing” in Dudley Theatre at 7 pm. John will share his entrepreneurial story and how he grew a company from his home into a 30 million dollar business in 3 months. His company, FUBU (For Us By Us), was originally called "Five Urban Brothers United.”
Friday, September 21, 2012
On Thursday, September 20, 2012, The Keystone Honors Academy hosted a welcome dinner and induction ceremony for its members. Thirty-eight members joined the Honors Academy. These included new members representing first year students, transfer students to the University, and a number of continuing Cheyney University students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance.
Friday, August 17, 2012
The 2012-2013 Schedule for the Arts and Lecture Series at Cheyney University features ten programs with a variety of speakers, musicians, singers and dancers from many continents and disciplines. All programs are held on the Cheyney University Campus and are open to the public.
Friday, June 29, 2012
"This is a lovely and thoughtful piece written by a KHA alumna, Mia Keeys. She is currently in Indonesia, working at the University of Jakarta, a position she gained after completing a Fulbright Fellowship there. The piece is a “phenomenological perspective” on race-ethnic identity."
- Keystone Honors Academy Dean, Dr. Tara Kent
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Students in the Keystone Honors Academy often participate in internships, conduct research and study abroad. However, two students have done all three during the summer of 2012! Ashley Benjamin and Travonya Kenly participated in the PASSHE Honors Summer Study Abroad Program, “There and Back Again: Medievalism, Modernity, and the University.”
Friday, March 23, 2012
As the curtain rose on Poet Laurete Maya Angelou at Cheyney University's Marian Anderson Center on Thursday night, the audience welcomed her with a standing ovation. From babes in arms to senior citizens, she returned the praise with a warm song and huge smile. Inspired by the Book of Genesis those lyrics wove themselves into her words throughout the evening, "You have the power to be a rainbow in someone's cloud."
