“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
April Kopas named SVC Small Business Development Center executive director
LATROBE, PA – The Saint Vincent College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is pleased to announce the appointment of April Kopas as its new executive director. “I am honored to be part of the rich tradition of Saint Vincent College and to lead the Small Business Development Center’s efforts to help businesses start, grow and prosper in Westmoreland and Fayette counties,” Kopas said. “Strengthening communities remains my top priority through transformative collaboration with businesses, students
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
2018 Mister Rogers stamp wins USPS Stamp Encore contest
Reissued stamp, souvenir sheet available nationwide June 1 LATROBE, PA – The iconic 2018 Mister Rogers stamp featuring the beloved television personality was recently announced as the winner of the United States Postal Service (USPS) Stamp Encore contest. To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Postal Service, the public was invited to vote for their favorite stamp pane out of 25 recent offerings. Over 500,000 votes were cast, and the Fred Rogers stamp secured the win by more than 40,000
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
