This summer marked a transformative milestone for PennWest with the launch of three new academic schools: the School of Education, School of Business and School of Nursing. These schools are more than just a reorganization – they reflect a strategic commitment to preparing students for the evolving demands of today’s world and tomorrow’s workforce.

In Part One, we hear from:

Dr. Mary Jo Melvin – longtime Edinboro faculty and namesake of the Literacy Center

Christian Ola – finance professor with deep industry experience

Rachel Chobany – senior Accounting major and campus leader

Dr. Randilyn Lewis – nursing educator and clinical specialist

Hannah Rake – junior Education major and SPSEA leader

In Part Two, we explore the vision behind the transformation with:

Dr. Tim Stevenson – Executive Director, School of Education

Jaunice Vega – Executive Director, School of Business

Craig Coleman – Interim Dean, College of Health Sciences and Human Services