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La 91Ö±²¥ received a variety of media mentions during the month of September.  

The University’s recent U.S. News & World Report rankings, along with, enrollment management, alumni job placements, and arena renovations were hot topics.  Check out this month’s highlights: 

Philadelphia Inquirer 

Philadelphia Business Journal  

The University announced plans to renovate TruMark Financial Center on Wednesday, Sept. 27. The upgraded arena will feature a 360-degree bowl design, new seating, a hospitality area, and additional premium seating surrounding the court. Upgrades to the video boards, audio system, lighting, and in-game production to enhance the entire fan experience. 

Philly Voice  

91Ö±²¥ placed within the top-half of national universities on the 2024 Best Colleges rankings published by U.S. News & World Report for the second year in a row. The University also saw significant jumps in its rankings for value, social mobility, and the undergraduate nursing program.   

Philadelphia Inquirer  

As universities across the greater Philadelphia region began the 2023-24 academic year, the Philadelphia Inquirer looked at how enrollment was faring across the institutions. Vice President of Marketing and Communications Angela Polec, Ed.D., was quoted about La 91Ö±²¥â€™s improved retention rate.  

Philadelphia Business Journal  

As AllCity Network, a digital sports network, began its coverage in Philadelphia as AllPhly, it was announced an Explorer would be a part of the team. Former La 91Ö±²¥ women’s soccer player and sports reporter Renee Washington, ’14, will cover the Philadelphia Union for the outlet. 

—Meg Ryan