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Middle States Announces Initial Approval of PennWest Integration
The accrediting body’s action provides a ‘clear path forward’ for uniting California, Clarion and Edinboro as a single university.
NCAA Affirms Continuation of Separate Athletic Programs
Vulcans, Golden Eagles and Fighting Scots poised to continue competition. 
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Middle States Announces Initial Approval of PennWest Integration
The accrediting body’s action provides a ‘clear path forward’ for uniting California, Clarion and Edinboro as a single university.
NCAA Affirms Continuation of Separate Athletic Programs
Vulcans, Golden Eagles and Fighting Scots poised to continue competition. 
Welcome to PennWest
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