As student health and mental health needs become increasingly interconnected, colleges and universities are rethinking how support services work together. This webinar will explore emerging trends and practical strategies for building more collaborative, student-centered systems of care. Join moderator Mickey McDonald, President of Great Lakes Colleges Association, as he hosts this conversation with Sarah Doherty Barnett, from Alera Group.

This webinar is open to ACL members as well as members of member institutions. If you are a member of a member institution, please e-mail admin@national-acl.org so that we can register you manually. Members register online.

Cedar Crest College will host a groundbreaking ceremony celebrating the start of renovations for the Elaine & John Harmon Center for Leadership in Technology at Cedar Crest College on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 1 p.m.

The ceremony will include brief remarks from Dr. Elizabeth Meade, President of Cedar Crest College, and Dr. Robert A. Wilson, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Made possible through a generous gift from the Estate of alumna Elaine Oberkotter Harmon '59 and her husband, John, the Harmon Center will serve as a transformative space where Cedar Crest students can cultivate the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly tech-driven world. By integrating leadership development with technological expertise, the Center will foster a unique environment where students are encouraged to blend technical knowledge with the critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and leadership skills essential in today's complex world.

From commencement to cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Amanda Howard, SRNA, had a busy graduation day.

Just hours after graduating from Cedar Crest College on Saturday, May 9 with a doctorate in nurse anesthesia, Amanda sprang into action and used her training to help save a chef that collapsed during her post-graduation celebration dinner.

"It was very rewarding to be able to use my training in a way that could give someone more time with their family," said Amanda during an interview with WPI TV 6.

While eating at a restaurant in Philadelphia Saturday night, a waitress rushed into the dining area asking if anyone there was a doctor. At first Amanda and her group thought the waitress was kidding but quickly realized she was not.

Moravian University announced that the Laurie Riley ’82 Center for Career Success (the Riley Center) has been named the recipient of the Career Readiness Excellence Award by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). This prestigious award recognizes innovative best practices in career services that intentionally integrate career readiness competencies into work with students and alumni, strengthening preparation for internships and post-graduate careers. Only one award is granted each year.

For more than 30 years, Mayfair Festival of the Arts has been a Lehigh Valley tradition. This year's festival returns to Cedar Crest College over Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24, featuring art, crafts, food, music, live performances, and a bigger-and-better drone show. Admission and on-site parking are free.

Fun for the whole family, each day will feature food and beverage vendors, more than 40 artisan craft vendors, and Franki's Fun Zone, complete with a climbing wall, Crayola table, bounce house and slide, inflatable obstacle course, trampoline, and train ride. New this year, day passes will be required for entry to Franki's Fun Zone to help streamline the experience for families.

Celebrating creativity, connection, and community in the heart of the Lehigh Valley.

For more than 30 years, Mayfair Festival of the Arts has been a Lehigh Valley tradition. This year's festival returns to Cedar Crest College over Memorial Day weekend, May 22-24, featuring art, crafts, food, music, and live performances. Admission and on-site parking are free.

Fun for the whole family, each day will feature food and beverage vendors, more than 35 artisan craft vendors, and Franki's Fun Zone-complete with a climbing wall, Crayola table, bounce house and slide, inflatable obstacle course, trampoline, and train ride.

Cedar Crest College's Department of Performing Arts proudly presents From Sea to Shining Sea, a musical tribute performed by the Cedar Crest Voices of Inclusion Choral Ensemble (VOICE) to commemorate America's 250 years of independence.

Led by VOICE Choir Director Cristina Makowicz, the program will feature choral pieces and solos exploring the diverse voices of America's past and present.

On April 13, 2026, the Lehigh Libraries will mark a historic milestone: 150 years as a member of the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP). Designated as a Federal Depository Library in 1876, the Lehigh Libraries are the longest-serving FDLP member in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Since that time, Lehigh has served as a steadfast steward of U.S. government information, providing free public access to more than 100,000 government documents for the Lehigh community, scholars and researchers, and the broader public.

ALLENTOWN, PA (04/09/2026) On March 30, industry and academic leaders convened at Cedar Crest College's Tompkins Center for the College's inaugural Tech & Talent Summit. Presented by ADVANCE at Cedar Crest and the Harmon Center for Leadership in Technology, the Lehigh Valley Tech & Talent: Building Tomorrow's Workforce Summit explored workforce technology needs and skills gaps in the Lehigh Valley and beyond.

Allentown, PA (04/07/2026) — Cedar Crest College is proud to announce Susan Wild, former U.S. Congresswoman (2018-2025), as 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.