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2017 News Archive

22 Sep, 2017
Kat Kovacs named 2017 Neubauer Scholar

Kat Kovacs, a doctoral student in the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology at Widener University, is the recipient of the Neubauer Family Scholarship for 2017.
22 Sep, 2017
Widener University Recognized as Pennsylvania University with Most Altruistic, Civically Minded Students

Widener University has been selected as the university in Pennsylvania with the most altruistic, civically minded students. The designation on the "Pillars of America" map puts Widener among the top schools in the nation.
22 Sep, 2017
Widener President Takes on Leadership Role in Alliance of Philadelphia-area College and University President

Widener University is pleased to announce President Dr. Julie E. Wollman has begun serving as co-chair of the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia Regional College and University Presidents' Alliance.
19 Sep, 2017
Widener-Sponsored Reading Series Kicks off Fourth Season Sept. 21

Widener University and the Media Arts Council will kick off the fourth season of their co-sponsored State Street Reading Series.
14 Sep, 2017
School of Engineering Names Nick Cirilli and Rosalie Hornbuckle to Board of Advisors

Nick Cirilli of Wallingford, Pa., and Rosalie Hornbuckle of Philadelphia, were named to the advisory board for the School of Engineering at Widener University.
14 Sep, 2017
Widener is a Top National University

Widener University has retained its competitive position among the nation's 200 best colleges and universities as identified by U.S News & World Report in its 2018 rankings.
11 Sep, 2017
Superior Court of Pennsylvania to Hold a Special Session at Widener University

Widener University is pleased to welcome the Superior Court of Pennsylvania to its main campus in Chester, Pa. for a special court session on Tuesday, Sept. 19. The proceedings are open to the public.
7 Sep, 2017
Widener University's Interdisciplinary Sexuality Research Collaborative Receives Grant to Improve HIV Education for Black Gay Men

Widener University's Interdisciplinary Sexuality Research Collaborative (ISRC) received a grant for $350,000 from ViiV Healthcare, a global specialist HIV company dedicated to delivering advances in treatment and care for people living with HIV.
30 Aug, 2017
Philadelphia Speakers Series Announces 2017-18 Season

The Philadelphia Speakers Series, presented by Widener University, is preparing to welcome a stellar lineup of some of today's most celebrated and influential personalities to the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
29 Aug, 2017
Dr. Richard Goeke recognized with 2017 Lindback Award

Dr. Richard J. Goeke, an associate professor in the Widener University School of Business Administration and a Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania resident, has received the 2017 Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching.
8 Aug, 2017
Widener Athletics Hall of Fame inductees announced

Five exemplary former student-athletes and the 1977 Widener Football national champions will be inducted into the Widener Athletics Hall of Fame on Friday, Oct. 13.
1 Aug, 2017
Open house scheduled for adults who want to continue learning

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Widener University will host an open house on Aug. 21. Individuals age 50 and over will be able to meet the instructors and administrative team, see the classroom facilities, learn about the courses offered on the Chester campus, and register for the fall.
1 Aug, 2017
Widener's Small Business Development Center moves to campus

The Widener University Small Business Development Center is moving its main offices to the Leslie C. Quick Center at 1304 Walnut St. The move, effective Aug. 1, enhances the ability for the Widener SBDC to further engage with the campus and local business community.
26 Jul, 2017
Widener offers new higher education leadership certificate

The Widener University Center for Education is accepting applications for its new Higher Education Leadership and Practice certificate.
25 Jul, 2017
National League for Nursing Names Widener University a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education

The School of Nursing at Widener University is pleased to announce that it has again earned the National League of Nursing's prestigious designation as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education for 2017-2021.
24 Jul, 2017
School of Engineering Announces New Robotics Engineering Major

The School of Engineering at Widener University has announced a new undergraduate major - Robotics Engineering. Robotics engineering is an emerging discipline that crosses over a wide variety of industries and is on the cusp of impacting every aspect of the way we work and live.
17 Jul, 2017
Widener Professor honored for innovation in higher education

Dr. Stephen R. Madigosky has received the Khaladjan International Award for Innovation in Higher Education, presented by the American Association of University Administrators.
26 Jun, 2017
Widener University Announces New Associate Provost

Widener University is pleased to announce Kim C. O'Halloran has joined the administration as associate provost and dean of Graduate Studies and Extended Learning.
15 Jun, 2017
School of Engineering Receives National Institute of Health Grant to Promote Interdisciplinary Training

Dr. Anita Singh, an assistant professor of biomedical engineering at Widener University, recently secured a $108,000 grant from the National Institute of Health (NIH) to improve multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary team-based training for students in the School of Engineering and the School of Nursing.
2 Jun, 2017
Widener University announces two new trustees

Widener University is pleased to announce two university alumni will take seats on its Board of Trustees beginning July 1. The new trustees include civil engineer Louis A. Rodriguez Jr. and former Under Secretary of the U.S. Army Patrick Murphy.
24 May, 2017
Two Widener Employees Honored for Distinguished Service

Carl Pierce, director of operations, and Michelle Simon, administrative assistant for the associate vice president for compliance and risk management and the associate vice president and controller, have been awarded the William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service in recognition of their hard work and longtime commitment to Widener University.
20 May, 2017
Widener Awards Diplomas to More Than 700 at Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

Jacie Shuman, who was selected to address the Widener University Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 20 as the President's Award recipient, reminded the class of 2017 not to give up on their dream goals.
20 May, 2017
Jacie Shuman Named President's Award Recipient

Jacie Shuman of Etters, Pa. addressed her fellow Widener University graduates at Commencement on Saturday, May 20 as the recipient of the President's Award.
19 May, 2017
Alarico Barabino selected as the 2017 Student Speaker for the Graduate Commencement Ceremony

Alarico Barabino of Media, Pa., was selected as the 2017 student speaker for Widener University's Graduate Commencement Ceremony held Friday, May 19. Barabino graduated with his doctorate in clinical psychology and a Master's degree in Business Administration.
19 May, 2017
Widener Awards Diplomas to More Than 400 at Graduate Commencement Ceremony

Alarico Barabino, who was selected to address the Widener University Graduate Commencement Ceremony on Friday as the Graduate Student Leader, reminded the class of 2017 that they have been trained with "amazing skills and abilities, and we have the ethical and moral obligation to serve humanity."
16 May, 2017
Widener ROTC Commissions 14 Cadets

Widener University's Dauntless Battalion commissioned 14 cadets as second lieutenants of the U.S. Army on Sunday, May 14.
9 May, 2017
Widener University Announces New Provost

Widener University President Dr. Julie E. Wollman today announced the appointment of Dr. Dale Scalise-Smith as the next provost of the university.
4 May, 2017
Sophomore Iman Elkhashab Named Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact

Campus Compact, a Boston-based non-profit organization working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has honored 273 students as 2017 Newman Civic Fellows. Among the honorees is Widener University sophomore Iman Elkhashab. The Newman Civic Fellows Award recognizes inspiring college student leaders who have worked to find solutions for challenges facing their communities.
17 Apr, 2017
FreshBaked Theatre Company Presents a Musical Fairytale

Widener University's FreshBaked Theatre Company will present Red Riding Hood, a musical adaptation of the classic fairytale.
13 Apr, 2017
Widener University partners with City of Chester to provide discounted tuition for city workers

Widener University announced today it will offer all city of Chester, Pa. employees discounted tuition for programming offered through its Center for Continuing Studies.
12 Apr, 2017
Former NPR host and journalist Michele Norris to speak on Main Campus

Widener University is pleased to announce that journalist and former National Public Radio host Michele Norris will speak on Main Campus on Monday, April 17 in the University Center, Webb Room as part of the Philadelphia Speaker Series.
3 Apr, 2017
Pennsylvania Auditor General to speak at Widener University

Eugene DePasquale, Pennsylvania Auditor General and 2002 Commonwealth Law graduate, will speak on "Pennsylvania Under the Current Presidency".
27 Mar, 2017
The Second Annual Widener University Sustainability Showcase

Widener University will host its second annual Sustainability Showcase on March 29 and 30. The two-day event will feature activities and presentations by students, faculty, and community partners that advance sustainability.
17 Mar, 2017
Widener University and the Oskin Leadership Institute Honor Dawn Zier, President and CEO of Nutrisystem, Inc.

Widener University and its Oskin Leadership Institute last night honored special guest Dawn Zier, President and CEO of Nutrisystem, Inc., an innovative provider of weight loss programs.
16 Mar, 2017
UCONN's Dr. Cato Laurencin to speak at Widener

The Widener University School of Engineering will host its 2017 Distinguished Lecture Series featuring Dr. Cato T. Laurencin, university professor at the University of Connecticut, on Tuesday, April 4 at 4 p.m. in Alumni Auditorium.
15 Mar, 2017
Students at Widener are serving up flavors from around the world

Students from the Center for Hospitality Management are serving up a cultural and flavorful experience this spring at Widener University, as part of the Spring 2017 Lunch and Dinner Series.
14 Mar, 2017
Widener Law Commonwealth Listed as a Top Law School by U.S. News & World Report

Widener University Commonwealth Law School has been named a top law school in the "Best Graduate Schools 2018" guidebook published today by U.S. News & World Report.
10 Mar, 2017
Widener University announces speakers for its May 2017 ceremonies

Widener University is pleased to announce the distinguished speakers for its May 2017 commencement ceremonies: Dr. Kimberlyn Leary and Dr. Steve Gillon.
10 Mar, 2017
UPDATE: EVENT CANCELLED -- Superior Court of Pennsylvania to hold special session at Widener University

THE PA SUPERIOR COURT HAS CANCELLED THIS SPECIAL SESSION TOMORROW DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER FORECAST.
9 Mar, 2017
Widener to host the last of a three-part free recital series March 19

On Sunday, March 19 at 3 p.m., Widener University will host the final of three concerts as part of the Widener University Recital Series on its Main Campus in Chester, Pa. Admission to the concert series is free and open to the public.
9 Mar, 2017
Widener biology professor named next Cynthia H. Sarnoski Science Faculty Fellow

Dr. David Coughlin, a professor of biology, has been named Widener University's third Cynthia H. Sarnoski Science Faculty Fellow.
8 Mar, 2017
Widener University trustee earns national recognition for business prominence

Widener University congratulates Antoinette "Tonie" Leatherberry on being named to the Black Enterprise list of Most Powerful Women in Business.
7 Mar, 2017
New Research Study Reveals Americans are Having Less Sex

Despite living in a culture that has evolved to a point where sex is openly discussed and accepted in many forms, Americans are having sex less frequently than they were 25 years ago, according to a new study released today.
28 Feb, 2017
School of Nursing Launches Leadership Center for Nursing Education Research

The School of Nursing at Widener University announced the opening of the Widener Leadership Center for Nursing Education Research. Center staff seek to advance the science of nursing education by conducting rigorous educational and educational-clinical research.
28 Feb, 2017
Widener trustee honored with outstanding director award

Widener University congratulates Paul Beideman '79, vice chair of the university Board of Trustees, on receiving an Outstanding Director Award from the Philadelphia Business Journal.
21 Feb, 2017
Widener University retains no. 1 ranking for online Master of Social Work program

Widener University has been ranked number one on the list of 2017 Top Online MSW Programs published by GraduatePrograms.com.
20 Feb, 2017
School of Human Service Professions Dean Paula Silver Receives the 2017 Insight into Diversity Magazine Giving Back Award

Paula Silver, PhD, associate provost for global engagement and dean of the School of Human Service Professions at Widener University received the 2017 Giving Back Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education.
8 Feb, 2017
Center for Education Offers Certificate Programs at Discounted Rates

To help educators gain significant professional development without the initial commitment of a master's or doctoral program, the Widener University Center for Education is offering several advanced certification programs at a significantly discounted price per course.
31 Jan, 2017
Center for Hospitality Management Hosts Annual Career Day Feb. 15

The Widener University Center for Hospitality Management will host its annual Career Day Wednesday, Feb. 15. This event is open to students and professionals from throughout the region.
31 Jan, 2017
Widener Community Nursing Clinic Celebrates Five Years of Providing Health Services for Underinsured and Uninsured

The Widener Community Nursing Clinic, led by the Widener University School of Nursing and housed at Cityteam, celebrated five years of providing health-related services to underinsured and uninsured individuals on January 30.
30 Jan, 2017
Second Widener Law Commonwealth alum announced to White House legal team

Widener Law Commonwealth alumnus James Schultz has been announced by the Trump administration as associate White House counsel and special assistant to the President.
26 Jan, 2017
Public stargazing sessions resume

The Widener University Observatory has resumed its public stargazing sessions. All are invited to see the stars, planets and other celestial wonders using the observatory's 12- and 16-inch computerized reflecting telescopes.
17 Jan, 2017
School of Engineering Dean Fred Akl is Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award by Delaware County's Society of Professional Engineers

Widener University School of Engineering Dean Fred Akl, of Marple Township, Pa., has been awarded the 2017 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Delaware County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers.
13 Jan, 2017
Widener remembers Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Widener University will take part in a number of community and tribute events as the nation pauses to reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
12 Jan, 2017
Widener Law Commonwealth ranked in top five for bar exam preparation

Widener Law Commonwealth has been ranked fifth on The National Jurist magazine's list of "Best Schools for Bar Exam Preparation" out of more than 200 nationally ranked law schools.
11 Jan, 2017
Widener to host second of three-part free recital series Jan. 22 with renowned Philadelphia octet, Relache

On Sunday, Jan. 22 at 3 p.m., Widener University will host the second of three concerts as part of its free Widener University Recital Series.
6 Jan, 2017
Widener School of Nursing faculty receive funding to study impact of New Careers in Nursing Program

Three Widener University School of Nursing faculty have been selected to receive funding to assess the impact of the New Careers in Nursing (NCIN) Scholarship Program.
4 Jan, 2017
School of Business Administration to give distinguished management performance award to Comcast executive

The Widener University School of Business Administration announced today it will give its 2017 Distinguished Performance in Management Award to David Cohen of Comcast.