Philadelphia University

Philadelphia University

Philadelphia University is a private institution of higher learning located in the East Falls Section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is noted for its schools of textiles and design. The school's athletic teams are part of the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference and the Atlantic Soccer Conference.

Fast Facts

Established: 1884
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
President: Stephen Spinelli, Jr., PhD
Faculty: Approx. 100
Nickname: "Philau", "Philly U"
Motto: "Power To Do"
Acceptance rate: 61%
Current weather

History

The Philadelphia Textile School was established in 1884. The institution later moved to its current home of East Falls in 1949. The name of the establisment changed to Philadelphia University on July 13, 1999.¹

The university has six schools which include architecture, business, administration, design and media, engineering and textiles, liberal arts, and science and health.²

Notable Alumni

Mission Statement

"Philadelphia University is a student-centered institution that prepares graduates for successful careers in an evolving global marketplace. By blending the liberal arts and sciences, professional studies, interdisciplinary learning, and collaborations in and out of the classroom, students learn to thrive in diverse and challenging environments. Our students are encouraged to form supportive relationships with each other as well as faculty, staff, and alumni in an academically rigorous setting that is focused on intellectual and personal growth. Philadelphia University is an experiential learning community where integrity, creativity, curiosity, ethics, responsibility, and the free exchange of ideas are valued."³

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Official University Site: Philadelphia University
Location Website: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Graduate School Website: Philadelphia University Graduate School
Official Athletic Site: Philadelphia University "Rams" Athletics
Wikipedia: Philadelphia University
Princeton Review: Philadelphia University
College Merchandise: Philadelphia University Bookstore

Philadelphia University News and Articles

Official Site: Philau Today
Campus Newspaper: The Text
Local Newspaper: Philadelphia Daily News
Google News: Philadelphia University

Philadelphia University Basics

Official Site: Philadelphia University Facts
Founded: 1884
Faculty: Approx. 100
Undergraduates: Approx. 2,700
Postgraduates: Approx. 500

Philadelphia University Leadership

President: Stephen Spinelli, Jr.,PhD
- Sept., 2007-present: President(36.66KB)
  - 2005-2007: Vice Provost for Entrepreneurship and Global Management, Babson College

Philadelphia University Notable Alumni

Pat Morris, Member of the Philadelphia Kixx
Maurice Kanbar, Entrepreneur and Inventor
George Forster, Head Pro for 23 years at Radnor Valley
Bob File, Pitcher For Toronto Blue Jays and St. Louis Cardinals
Jay McCarroll, Fashion Designer, Won the First Season of the TV Show "Project Runway"
John Pierantozzi, Philadelphia University Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations

Studying at Philadelphia University

Philadelphia University Undergraduate School
Philadelphia University Graduate School
Philadelphia University Notable Programs of Study

Prospective Students for Philadelphia University

Note: These are taken from the official Philadelphia University website:

Visiting Philadelphia University

Official Site: Visit Philadelphia University

Philadelphia University Hotels

Mahalo's guide to Philadelphia Hotels
Philadelphia.com: Philadelphia Area Accommodations
TripAdvisor: Courtyard Philadelphia Downtown
Frommer's.com: Philadelphia Marriott

Philadelphia University Restaurants

Mahalo's Guide to Philadelphia Restaurants
Philadelphia.com: Philadelphia University Area Restaurants
TripAdvisor: Philadelphia University Area Restuarants
Frommer's.com: Plain & Fancy Farm Restaurant

Philadelphia University Transportation

Official Site: Directions to Philadelphia University
Airport: Philadelphia International Airport
Train: Amtrak Station - Philadelphia, Pa
Bus: Greyhound Station - Philadelphia , Pa

Philadelphia University Student Life

Official Site: Philadelphia University Student Life
Mahalo's Guide to Philadelphia
Philadelphia.com: Philadelphia Music and Nightlife | Philadelphia Tours and Attractions
HelloPhiladelphia: Philadelphia University Area Attractions

Philadelphia University Student Life News

Official Site: "Rams" Athletic News

Philadelphia University Student Media

Newspaper: The Text
Radio: WPUR-Closed Channel Network (Channel 51)

Philadelphia University Blogs, and Forums

Official Site: Student Journals | Student Web Pages | Faculty Web Pages
Jarrett Fuller BlogSpot Video: The Future of Design from Philadelphia University (Time: 00:30)
The Text: First Friday by Shila Griffith | Subzero Skate Shop by Britt Bigley

Philadelphia University Timeline

Official Site: Philadelphia University History
1884: Founded as Philadelphia Textile School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1949: Began Conducting Classes in the East Falls Section of Philadelphia
1961: Changed Its Name to Philadelphia College of Textiles & Science
1976: Offered First Master’s of Business Administration Degree
1992: Built the Paul J. Gutman Library
1999: Granted University Status By The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
1999: Changed Name to Philadelphia University On July 13

Philadelphia University Sports Teams

Official Athletic Site: Philadelphia University "Rams" Athletics
Offical League Site: Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference | Atlantic Soccer Conference
Men's Basketball | Women's Basketball
Men's Rowing | Women's Rowing
Baseball
Softball
Golf
Lacrosse

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