Ursinus College Unveils APEX

APEX at Ursinus is a transformative new learning ecosystem combining academic Inquiry with real-world experiences. Nearly $10M in commitments from donors have been made to date for APEX implementation, which begins in fall 2025. 

Bindu Pirlamarla '10
Convenience for All: Bindu Pirlamarla ’10 Leads Amazon’s Effort to Make Shopping More Accessible

Through her role at Amazon, Bindu Pirlamarla ’10 is helping to make online grocery shopping easier and more affordable for households across the United States.

Paige Bristow '23 visiting Kyoto, Japan
Watson Fellowship Reflection: Paige Bristow ’23

Ursinus alumna Paige Bristow ’23 spent her “Watson” year abroad in nine countries, where she studied women in leadership, played field hockey, and connected with other Ursinus fellows.

The Innovation and Discovery Center at Ursinus College is home to the Parlee Center of Science and the Common Good.
$3.2 Million Gift Elevates the Parlee Center for Science and the Common Good at Ursinus College

Ursinus College has received a $3.2 million gift from Joan Bradley Parlee ’57 and Donald Parlee, M.D. ’55, with $1 million dedicated to creating the Parlee Endowed Scholarship Fund and over $2 million to support the Parlee Center for Science and the Common Good.

Michael Cyr '92
From English Major to Award-Winning Reality TV: An Unlikely Journey Transforming Financial Health

After decades in the world of finance, English major, Michael Cyr ’92 takes an unexpected path to the award stage in Hollywood.

Jason Kindt '95
Doctor Broadway

Jason Kindt ’95 provides healthcare on New York City’s theater scene. In June, his work earned his practice a Tony Honor for Excellence in Theatre.

Kate Bormann '18
Designing Change: Kate Bormann’s ’18 Rise in the New York City Architecture Industry

For Kate Bormann ’18, her most recent recognition as one of the Top 30 Designers Under 30 in New York City by METROPOLIS is the culmination of the work she started as an art major and Bonner Leader at Ursinus College.

Sign for Donald E. Parlee Memorial Bridge located on route 202, an overpass of state route 611, in Doylestown, Pa.
Late Donald E. Parlee ’55 Honored with Bridge Dedication in Doylestown

On Wednesday, October 16, the late Donald E. Parlee ’55 was honored with the official dedication of the Donald E. Parlee Memorial Bridge, located on route 202 next to the Doylestown Hospital

Sabir Peele '08
From Campus Trendsetter to Philly’s Fashion Vanguard: Sabir Peele ’08 and His Journey to Influencer Stardom

Nicknamed “Brother Shoes” in his fraternity, Sabir Peele ’08 has gone from the best-dressed man on the Ursinus College campus to the top of the Philadelphia fashion world

Admitted Students Day 2024 Admitted Students Day 2024
Network with Current Students as a UConnect Volunteer

UConnect is an Ursinus student/alumni networking program designed to give every student the opportunity to network with alumni. UConnect is a great way to give career advice and support and is a program dedicated to every student’s success.