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19
Mar

Unlock Your Semester: Registering for Classes - A Virtual Information Session

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  • Online- Zoom
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students

You're invited to a virtual information session where you can receive assistance with class registration and learn how to easily reserve your ideal classes using student planning.

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19
Mar

AI in Academia: Ethical Uses for New Technology | Spring 2024 Spotlight Series

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  • Online - Zoom
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

An immersive experience using Artificial Intelligence. Get first-hand knowledge on multiple platforms, how they work, and how they can be leveraged to help students and faculty with academic research and academic integrity.

19
Mar

Get Registered!: Virtual Info Session on Class Registration

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  • Online- Zoom
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Join our virtual info session, 'Get Registered!', where experts will guide you through the class registration process, offering invaluable insights and practical advice to ensure a seamless and successful experience.

20
Mar

Master's in Social Work (MSW) Information Session

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  • Virtual (Zoom)
Open to:
  • Prospective Graduate Students

Join us for an information session featuring the MSW program here at Widener. Program faculty and graduate studies' staff will be on hand to answer questions.

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20
Mar

Career Design & Development Workshop: Ace the Interview, Negotiate Your Worth

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  • University Center – Room C
Open to:
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Join us for an informative workshop focused on enhancing your interviewing skills and gaining valuable insights into salary negotiation. This will be an interactive event with helpful content and refreshments to keep you going strong!

20
Mar

Master's in Social Work (MSW) Information Session

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  • Virtual (Zoom)
Open to:
  • Prospective Graduate Students

Join us for an information session featuring the MSW program here at Widener. Program faculty and graduate studies' staff will be on hand to answer questions.

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21
Mar

Evaluating Online Sources for Misinformation & Bias using Lateral Reading

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  • Online- Zoom
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Traditional checklist methods for evaluating online sources are no longer effective in assessing the credibility of websites and social media posts. Learn about how to use lateral reading to fact-check and evaluate online sources in this interactive workshop.

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22
Mar

Plagiarism: What It is & How to Prevent It | Spring 2024 Spotlight Series

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  • Online- Zoom
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Can you identify various forms of plagiarism, especially in today’s information landscape? Will you “know it when you see it” or recognize when you might be plagiarizing? Come learn the importance of identifying different forms of plagiarism, prevention tips, and citation options.

Accepted Student Day
23
Mar

Undergraduate Admitted Student Day

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  • University Center
Open to:
  • Admitted & Incoming Undergraduate Students

Walk the red carpet at Admitted Student Day. Join us for a high-energy day, complete with tours, food, breakout sessions, and more, all focused on helping you preview your future at Widener.

25
Mar

Stay Calm & Study On With the Office of Student Success

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  • Thayer Hall
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Join the Office of Student Success at Thayer Hall from 3:00-4:30pm for an evening of support, including mingling with peers, learning test-taking strategies, and overcoming test anxiety.

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25
Mar

Monday Twilight Stargazing Sessions

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Join us for a Virtual Stargazing session! Enjoy the wonders of the evening sky with your friends and family at Widener's Observatory!

philadelphia pride festival parade
26
Mar

Human Sexuality Studies Information Session

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  • Zoom
Open to:
  • Prospective Graduate Students

Join us virtually to learn about our unique human sexuality studies programs. Center for Human Sexuality Studies faculty and graduate studies staff will be on hand to answer questions.

Widener Observatory Dome w/ Moon
26
Mar

Honors Week Stargazing Sessions

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Join Professor Augensen on an out of this world adventure at the Widener Observatory! Registration is required!

27
Mar

Make a Comeback With the Office of Student Success

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  • UC Atrium
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Join the Office of Student Success for our spring comeback event, offering opportunities to rebound from midterms, improve grades with helpful tips, and access campus resources.

27
Mar

Lunch & Chat: Mastering the Art of Being a College Student

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  • Multicultural Student Lounge
Open to:
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Join us for a lunch & chat on mastering the art of college success,' where you'll learn essential strategies to thrive in your academic and personal life!

NGC 891 Edge-On Spiral Galaxy in Andromeda
1
Apr

Monday Twilight Stargazing Sessions

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Join us IN PERSON for an out-of-this-world event! Enjoy the wonders of the evening sky with your friends and family at Widener's Observatory! Registration in advance is required!

Students walking past pride statues
2
Apr

Transfer into Widener Engineering

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  • Zoom
Open to:
  • Admitted & Incoming Undergraduate Students
  • Prospective Undergraduate Students

Join us for this virtual event to learn more about the transfer Engineering program at Widener. Meet faculty members, current students and staff. Financial aid and scholarships will also be discussed.