West Chester University/Bryn Mawr Hospital Respiratory Care Program

New semester, new opportunities! Stop by and meet your CHS student success coordinator! Learn how they can help you navigate college, stay on track, and connect with the right resources. 💛

📍 SECC, Second Floor Lobby
📅 Monday, August 24
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

And yes… there will be FREE Philly Pretzel Factory pretzels! 🥨

Today was Orientation Day for our incoming cohort!

The Class of 2028 is officially up and running, and in just a few short days, they’ll begin their first core program courses! We spent the day talking about what the next two years will look like, touring the spaces that will soon feel like home, and getting to know the place where they’ll spend so much of their time.

One of the best parts of the day was giving our incoming students the opportunity to connect with the Class of 2027. Our seniors shared what they can expect during their junior year—from first respiratory courses and clinical experiences to everything in between. We’re so grateful for their insight and encouragement!

We are incredibly excited for all that’s ahead for the Class of 2028 and can’t wait to officially welcome them to the semester! 🐏

See you all soon! Enjoy these last few weeks of summer break! ☀️📚

Following the University of Valley Forge's announcement that it will close at the end of Summer 2026, our thoughts are with the students navigating this transition.

West Chester University is here to help. We're welcoming UVF undergraduate and graduate transfer students with:
✔️ Waived application fees
🎓 A $500 one-time scholarship for graduate students enrolling in Fall 2026
💻 A dedicated virtual information session for UVF students

Just 20 minutes from the UVF campus, WCU is committed to helping you continue your academic journey with confidence!

Learn more and explore your transfer options: https://www.wcupa.edu/valley-forge/default.aspx

Our respiratory therapy students have been hard at work over the past several weeks as they complete their first clinical rotations! 🎉

From providing compassionate patient care on the floors to gaining hands-on experience in the ICU and Emergency Department, our students are building the skills and confidence needed to become exceptional respiratory therapists. They’ve also had the opportunity to observe advanced procedures during bronchoscopy rotations and expand their knowledge of pulmonary diagnostics through Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) office rotations.

Each clinical experience offers a unique opportunity to learn, grow, and make meaningful connections with patients and healthcare teams. We are incredibly proud of their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to providing outstanding respiratory care.

Keep up the great work—we can’t wait to see all you accomplish throughout the rest of your clinical journey! 💙🫁