Cedar Crest College: Susan Wild, former U.S. Congresswoman (2018-2025), is the keynote speaker for this year’s 156th Commencement Ceremony. Representing Pennsylvania’s 7th Congressional District, Susan built a reputation as a practical and effective leader who handled complex challenges while staying focused on the people she served.

The 156th Commencement Ceremony will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the PPL Center, located at 701 Hamilton St., Allentown. Tickets to attend the commencement ceremony are required. Those who are unable to attend can watch a livestream of the ceremony on Cedar Crest’s YouTube page. For more information about commencement, please visit www.cedarcrest.edu/commencement.

Northampton Community College: NCC has expanded opportunities for its students by signing three new transfer partnerships designed to provide seamless pathways to baccalaureate degrees, along with added financial and academic benefits.

The agreements include partnerships with Holy Family University, Arcadia University, and Bryn Mawr College, each offering unique advantages tailored to different student populations and career goals.

Through a new dual admission agreement with Holy Family University, NCC graduates who complete an associate degree (AA, AS, or AAS) can gain guaranteed admission into a parallel bachelor’s program. Students will enter with junior status and benefit from guaranteed housing, scholarships of at least $13,000, and a waived application fee.

NCC has also partnered with Arcadia University to support students pursuing degrees in early childhood education. This program-to-program (P2P) agreement allows students to transfer up to 75 credits and enter with junior standing. The partnership offers flexibility, enabling students to complete their bachelor’s degree on either a part-time or full-time basis, along with an application fee waiver.