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William Schutt during Spark Bowl at Delaware Valley University.

DelVal Announces Judges for 2026 Spark Bowl

Delaware Valley University, in partnership with the Bucks County Chamber of Commerce and Startup Bucks, will host the seventh-annual Spark Bowl in the Life Sciences Building Auditorium on Thursday, November 19 at 6 p.m. Prior to the competition, there ...

Oct 26, 2026, 12:14pm EDT

Building the Food Science and Technology Workforce

As the food industry evolves daily with new technology and product development, Delaware Valley University continues to graduate students who are prepared for success in this growing industry. The Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology has ...

Oct 20, 2026, 12:26pm EDT

Graduates at Delaware Valley University's 2026 Commencement.

Careers Are Built at Delaware Valley University

Each major at Delaware Valley University (DelVal) offers multiple career paths that students can pursue following graduation. DelVal is highlighting this versatility through 16 new career pathways designed to help prospective students and families expl...

Oct 19, 2026, 4:37pm EDT

Brandon Haniff '26, founder of BH Botanicals and third-place winner of last year's Spark Bowl, pitching his company.

DelVal's Seventh Annual Spark Bowl Less Than Two Months Away

Delaware Valley University (DelVal), the Bucks County Chamber of Commerce (BCCC) and Startup Bucks will host the seventh annual Spark Bowl, a "Shark Tank"-like competition on Thursday, November 19. This year's contestants represent companies that offer...

Sep 29, 2026, 3:05pm EDT

Laura Herbst, chair of the Department of Agribusiness and Food Science at Delaware Valley University.

What is Food Science?

As high school seniors and their families research colleges and majors, a growing industry to consider is that of food science and technology. Although not well known, a food science degree offers a multitude of growing career paths for those looking t...

Sep 23, 2026, 3:55pm EDT

Spark Bowl 2025’s winning business and student team (L-R: Julianne Gardner, founder of Bottimals, Katia Holmes ’26, Zoie Jackson-Lawrence ’28, Ryan Adler ’28, Lyndsay Williams, team advisor)

Final Call for Applications for the Seventh Annual Spark Bowl

Delaware Valley University's seventh annual Spark Bowl makes a final call for applications. The event invites local startups to compete in a "Shark Tank"-like competition where the top three pitches win funding for their business or organization. Hoste...

Sep 1, 2026, 2:26pm EDT

High Impact & Experiential Learning as Enhancing Quality on Campus, a publication by Vernon Press.

DelVal Staff Contribute to International Book on Experiential Learning in Higher Education

Two staff members from Delaware Valley University recently served as contributing authors to the book "High Impact & Experiential Learning as Enhancing Quality on Campus," a publication by Vernon Press examining the role of experiential learning in str...

Aug 10, 2026, 10:24am EDT

Phi Theta Kappa's Transfer Honor Roll 2026 Badge

Delaware Valley Univeristy Named to Phi Theta Kappa 2026 Transfer Honor Roll

Delaware Valley University (DelVal) has once again been recognized for its commitment to transfer student success, earning a place on Phi Theta Kappa's Transfer Honor Roll for the sixth consecutive year. Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) recognizes colleges and u...

Aug 5, 2026, 10:24am EDT

Delaware Valley University's new vice president of Advancement, Frederick A. Pettit.

Frederick A. Pettit, J.D. Joins Delaware Valley University as Vice President for Advancement

Dr. Benjamin E. Rusiloski, president of Delaware Valley University (DelVal), announced today that effective Aug. 24, 2026, Frederick A. Pettit, J.D., will be the University's vice president for Advancement. "Pettit is an innovative and collaborative l...

Jul 29, 2026, 10:43am EDT

Micah High and Mathew Fleischacker join DelVal’s incoming class from the Longwood Gardens Professional Horticulture program through DelVal’s articulation agreement with Longwood Gardens. (L-R: Leirion Sorensen ’03, Chanticleer Garden, Micah High, Mathew Fleischacker, Dr. Doug Linde, DelVal professor of turf management)

DelVal Welcomes First Longwood Gardens Professional Horticulture Graduates Through Articulation Agreement

This fall, Delaware Valley University will welcome the first students to enroll through its articulation agreement with Longwood Gardens' Professional Horticulture Program, marking an important milestone in a partnership designed to expand educational ...

Jul 27, 2026, 3:28pm EDT

About Delaware Valley University

Founded in 1896, Delaware Valley University provides 100 percent of students with real-world experience before graduation. The University currently enrolls approximately 1,900 undergraduates and 400 graduate students. Home to the Experience360 Program, DelVal is known for its combination of classroom learning and relevant career experience. Students learn in a close-knit community where professors know them by name. Learn more at: delval.edu.