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Saint Vincent College builds on growing momentum with largest incoming class in 8 years
Record applications, strongest academic profile in a decade and major campus investments underscore the College’s growth. LATROBE, PA – At a time when many colleges and universities are navigating enrollment declines, financial pressures and demographic challenges, Saint Vincent College recently welcomed its largest incoming class in eight years, reflecting growing demand for the College’s Catholic, Benedictine approach to higher education. The College welcomed more than 420 first-year and transfer
Fall Soil to Supper event Nov. 11 at Saint Vincent
LATROBE, PA – Soil to Supper returns to Saint Vincent College with a fall iteration inside the Fred M. Rogers Center on campus. With the theme “Grown by Neighbors, Shared by Neighbors,” the event celebrates the land, the people and the community that nourishes us. The public dinner event scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 6 p.m., will feature a five-course meal prepared by an executive chef. Complimentary wine tasting is available with each course. Tickets cost $125 and can be purchased online here.
“Boundaries of Freedom” project features November symposium, website
LATROBE, PA – Saint Vincent College and the Westmoreland Historical Society were awarded a $15,000 Histories and Legacies of American Slavery grant for 2026 from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) to support the “Boundaries of Freedom: Mapping Unfree Labor” project. Supported by the Mellon Foundation, the grant has enabled faculty, students and community partners to uncover and share the stories of enslaved individuals whose lives have long been overlooked in Westmoreland County history. The
Saint Vincent College, Winnie Palmer Nature Reserve launch 2 interactive environmental education trails
LATROBE, PA – Saint Vincent College and the Winnie Palmer Nature Reserve (WPNR) have unveiled two innovative, self-guided educational trails that transform outdoor exploration into an interactive learning experience. Developed through the College’s Learnscape: Smart Trails for Environmental and Climate Science Awareness Project, the new trails combine engaging interpretive signage, QR-code technology and hands-on learning to educate visitors about climate change, watershed restoration and environmental
GLLV Neighborhood Visitor & Information Center Traffic Continues to Increase
The Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Neighborhood Visitor & Information Center is many things to many people. It is a bright, shiny tribute to the businesses and people of the area. It’s a showcase for history and memorabilia from the area. The VIC has proven to be ground zero for business transactions between members. And yes, it’s the home of the chamber staff that has constantly created buzz and excitement within the new GLLV organization. “I’ve been in a lot of chambers offices and
