Sydney Howe-Barksdale, director of the Public Interest Resource Center at the law school, was quoted in the August 7 issue of Philadelphia Business Journal regarding the need to increase diversity within the law profession.

Widener University was featured on 6ABC Action News on August 3, and in the Delaware County Daily Times on July 31, regarding the new "Walk to Work" program, which offers employees a forgivable $5,000 loan toward local homeownership.

Larry Lessick, associate vice president for enrollment management, was interviewed for the August 2008 issue of University Business to discuss Widener's innovative one-stop shop, the Enrollment Services Center, for all needs surrounding the bursar, registrar and financial aid.

President James T. Harris III was featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer on July 31 detailing his professional and personal accomplishments. 

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics, was quoted in the Metro (New York) on July 28 regarding how the tight economy is toughest on people who follow restricted diets.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted in the Daily Journal Corporation Law on July 24 regarding a civil lawsuit involving Larry Sonsini and the Brocade Communications Systems Inc.

Jules Epstein, professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on July 24 regarding changes to Delaware's execution procedure.

Linda K. Knauss, associate professor and director of internship training for the Institute of Graduate Clinical Psychology, was a guest commentator on CN8's It's Your Call with Lynn Doyle on July 23 regarding the ethics surrounding whether a child who was conceived through artificial insemination should eventually be allowed to track down the anonymous donor.

Jules Epstein, professor of law, was interviewed by The Philadelphia Inquirer on July 23 regarding forced drugging of mentally ill death-row inmates.

Robert Lipkin, professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on July 20 regarding the constitutionality of "jump-outs," a suprise technique used by police officers to patrol crime plagued street corners.

Emily Richardson, dean of University College, was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer and on the Centre for Energy website (Calgara, Canada) on July 19 regarding an increase in online college courses due to surging gas prices.

Student Sharon Jones was quoted in The Bulletin on July 18 regarding the importance of accessible education to children in the foster care system.

Kenn Tacchino, professor of business administration, was quoted in The Sacremento Bee on July 13 regarding affordable retirement options.

Widener University was featured on 6ABC Action News on July 14 regarding a university sponsored summer program aimed to prepare Chester High School students for college.

Mary W. Strong, associate professor of education, was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on July 13 regarding new childrens books which address controversial issues.

Lieutenant Colonel Jon Petersen was featured in The Trend on July 9 regarding his new command of the ROTC Freedom Battalion at Widener.

Emily Richardson, dean of University College, was interviewed by KYW Newsradio AM 1060 on July 8 to discuss the increasing popularity of online college courses.

Student Sara Alven and alum Kyle Durham were featured on MSNBC.com and  phillyBurbs.com on July 7 for their recent trip to China, which exposed them to the horrors of the devastating May 12 earthquake.

Thomas Reed, professor of law, wrote an op-ed piece for The News Journal on July 4 about the importance of remembering our veterans and honoring them for their sacrifices.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted on TheDeal.com on July 2 regarding the Securities and Exchange Commission's attempt to get out of the business of ruling on Delaware corporate law.

Linda L. Ammons, dean of the School of Law, was featured in The News Journal on July 1 for her recent recognition for having completed fifteen years as a member of The National Judicial College faculty.

Matthew Hirsch, adjunct professor of immigration law, was quoted in The News Journal on July 1 regarding the security of our borders.

Geoffrey Moulton, associate professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on June 29 regarding a class-action suit filed again McKesson Corp. for inflating prices on prescription drugs paid by private health-benefit plans and individuals. 

Ron Mersky, associate professor of civil engineering, was interviewed by KYW Newsradio 1060 on June 24 regarding the pros and cons of recycling.

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics, was interviewed by the Delaware County Daily Times on June 22 for an article regarding teenagers struggling to find employment due to uncertain economic conditions.

Widener professors from the Center for Social Work Education and the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology were featured in the Philadelphia Daily News on June 20, and The Philadelphia Inquirer and Delaware County Daily Times on June 29, regarding their recent work administering pyschological first-aid to the victims of the earthquake in China.

Sanjay Nath, assistant professor for the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology, appeared as an expert guest on CN8's It's Your Call with Lynn Doyle on June 17 to discuss teen suicide.

The Widener Partnership Charter School was featured in two articles in the Philadelphia Daily News on June 17 regarding the diverse education it provides and the distress of the Chester-Upland School District.

Jay Chaffin, a rising third-year doctoral candidate in the joint Graduate Clinical Psychology / MBA Program, appeared as a contestant on Jeopardy! on June 12 and took home a third-place prize of $1,000.

Sanjay Nath, assistant professor for the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology, appeared as an expert guest on CN8's It's Your Call with Lynn Doyle on June 11 to discuss the psychological and societal implications of YouTube.

Michael Ledoux, associate dean and director of the Center for Education, was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on June 8 regarding introductory education courses designed to help students determine if teaching is the right career path.

Robin Dole, associate dean and program director of the Institue for Physical Therapy, was featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer on June 8 for her recent appointment to the leadership council of the Pennsylvania Center for Health Careers.

Student Richard Carter wrote an OP-ED piece for Chester Spotlight on June 6, highlighting the need to not only provide higher education to Chester residents, but to also retain them in the city after graduation.

The Best Western Widener Hotel & Suites, the first hotel to be built in Chester in 35 years as part of the larger University Crossings revitalization project currently under construction, was featured in the June 5 issue of the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Lawrence Hammermesh, professor of law, was quoted in the June 5 issue of the Philadelphia Business Journal regarding the increasing demands on the role of general counsel in the corporate world.

Graduating senior Rebecca Dewar was featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer on June 1, and also in the  Yeadon Times on May 15, for her outstanding academic and personal accomplishments despite her physical limitations.

Vice Dean John L. Gedid of the Harrisburg Campus School of Law was quoted in Pennsylvania Law Weekly on May 26 regarding the advise and consent method of appointing judges in Pennsylvania.

Widener's involvement wih the Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ), which fosters collaboration between businesses and universities in an effort to capitalize on intellectual capital, was acknowledged in The Philadelphia Business Journal on May 22 as the optimistic future of the program was discussed.

Dean Nicholas Hadgis from the School of Hospitality Management was quoted in the Metro on May 16 regarding how the falling value of the dollar will bring more international travelers to the Philadelphia area this summer.

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics and Senior Fellow for the American Consumer Institute (ACI), was quoted in The Daily Gleaner (Canada) on May 16 regarding the positive environmental impact broadband will have on the environment, including the elimination of 1,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions.

Student Isnard Estriplet was featured in the Student Spotlight section of The Philadelphia Inquirer on May 11 highlighting his experience serving as Widener's president for a day.

Law professor Tom Reed, who  teaches classes on evidence, was interviewed by the Delaware County Daily Times on May 10 regarding the suspicious death of a young man behind Bootleggers nightclub and the possible connection to a series of so-called "Smiley Face" murders.

Law professors Lawrence Hamermesh and Erin Daly co-authored an OP-ED piece for The News Journal on May 9 regarding the rudimentary game theory Democratic candidates should employ during the remaining primaries to secure an overall win for the party in November.

The School of Law was featured in The News Journal on May 6 for its recent forum addressing the potential for reform affecting corporate takeovers, sharholder litigation, and governance.

Dwight DeWerth-Pallmeyer, director of Communication Studies, was quoted in The Daily Local on May 3, and also on May 22 in the Donegal Ledger, regarding the decline of newspaper circulation in the world of online news.

Mitchell Rothman, professor of anthropology, was quoted in the April 25 issue of New Scientist magazine about a recent study suggesting use of branded goods in ancient Mesopotamia. The story was also published by the The Daily Telegraph (United Kingdom) on April 23 and Anthropologist Community on April 25.

Stephen Wilhite, dean of  the School of Human Service Professions and associate provost for graduate studies, was quoted in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on April 21 regarding university involvement in "community" schools, such as the Widener Partnership Charter School. The story was also featured in the York Daily Record and the Centre Daily Times on April 26.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on April 19 regarding a lawsuit which involves two millionaires and the fallout of their handshake agreement for the sale of Delaware mansion.

Jules Epstein, associate professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on April 17 regarding the recent Supreme Court decision allowing lethal injection as an execution method, finding it is not unconstitutionally cruel and unusual punishment.

The Wilmington campus for the School of Law was recognized on April 17 by The Humane Society of the United States for its new cage-free egg policy, which promotes sustainability and improves the lives of animals.  The News Journal also recognized the efforts on April 25.

Palmer Lockard, professor of law, was quoted in the Central Penn Business Journal on April 11 discussing the new online publication by the School of Law, The Widener Journal of Law, Economics and Race.

J. Joseph Edgette, professor of education, was featured on 6ABC Action News on April 10 for his work as a folklorist chronicling Philadelphia's connection to the ill-fated ship Titanic.

Wesley M. Oliver, associate professor of law, was interviewed by CBS 21 (Harrisburg, Pa.) on April 9 for comment on whether a prostitute can sue her customer for secretly videotaping sex.

Eric Brucker, professor of economics, was interviewed by Pennsylvania Cable Network (PCN) on April 9 to discuss the findings from his research using the Elder Pennsylvanian Survey, and his study was also featured on Public Radio Capitol News on April 10.

Pamela Perry, visiting associate professor of law, was interviewed by WHYY Delaware Tonight on April 8 regarding a court decision on medical benefits for retirees over the age of 65.

Christopher Robinette, associate professor of law, was quoted in The Patriot-News on April 4 regarding source credibility when dealing with food contamination cases.

Members of fraternity Pi Lambda Phi were featured in a vlog by All That and More with Tracy Davidson (NBC10) on April 1 for their efforts to speak with Gov. Ed Rendell to show him their support of House Bill 883, which would require all children in Pennsylvania to be screened for all 29 potential diseases.

Widener University was credited in the March 2008 issue of Campus Technology magazine for its use of proxy-based URL filtering on each campus to block threats and control web content.

John G. Culhane, professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on March 31 regarding a Pennsylvania court case involving a woman suing her former boyfriend for allegedly giving her a sexually transmitted disease.

Michael Ledoux, associate dean and director of the Center for Education, was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on March 30 and The Miami Herald on April 13 for an article examining the qualities good teachers should possess.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted on CNN Money.com and Dow Jones' Market Watch on March 27 regarding the pending buyout of Clear Channel Communications Inc.

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics and Senior Fellow for the American Consumer Institute (ACI), was quoted on March 27 in the Sun Herald and FOX Business regarding the results of a study conducted by ACI concluding that consumers in states with excessive insurance regulations are worse off than their counterparts in states with lower regulations.

Janice Reilley, assistant professor of nursing, wrote a column for Nurse.com, published on March 24, regarding the use of her nursing skills at home to care for her ailing four-legged friend. 

Jules Epstein, associate professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on March 22 regarding prosecution for murder when no human remains have been recovered.

Richard Cooper, clinical assistant professor of social work, wrote an OP-ED on March 20 for the New York Black Star News regarding Barack Obama's historic speech on race given at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on March 18.

"Peace of Mind", a monthly column written by doctoral interns from the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology, was featured on March 18 in The News of Delaware County.  This month, written by student Jennifer Kirsch, focused on teen substance abuse and warning signs of possible usage.

The Widener Partnership Charter School was featured in the March 14-20 edition of the Philadelphia Business Journal in an article about how corporate and university involvement brings technology and enhanced resources to local schools.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted in The New York Times on March 11 and again in The New York Times on March 12 regarding a high profile Delaware legal case set to determine voting control over IAC/InterActiveCorp.  Hamermesh was also quoted for similar stories published on Yahoo! Finance, Conde Nast Portfolio, and  the International Herald Tribune.

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics, toured two local Philadelphia homes with ABC Channel 6 Action News on March 10 to provide suggestions to homeowners on how to save money within each room.

Dr. Kerstin Palombaro, community engagement coordinator for the Institute for Physical Therapy Education, was featured March 10 in Advance for Physical Therapists & PT Assistants magazine for an article on the increased popularity and benefits of combining yoga and pilates. 

Richard Cooper, clinical assistant professor of social work, wrote an OP-ED on March 10 for the New York Black Star News regarding the ability of both Obama and Clinton to redefine and recast themselves throughout the Presidential primaries. 

James Vike, associate dean of social science, was quoted in the Delaware County Daily Times on March 8 regarding the importance of the Pennsylvania primary for both Clinton and Obama.

Dean Nicholas Hadgis from the School of Hospitality Management was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on March 6 regarding the financial impact the Pennsylvania primary will have on tourism-related businesses statewide. The story was also published in the Miami Herald, Kansas City Star, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and Lexington Herald-Leader.

President James T. Harris III and several Widener students were featured in The Brewton Standard (Brewton, AL) on March 5 for their volunteer efforts assisting Habitat for Humanity during spring break. 

James Vike, associate dean of social science, was interviewed by "It's Your Call with Lynn Doyle" on CN8 on March 5 to discuss what will happen next in the Presidential primary election. 

Law Professor Wesley M. Oliver was quoted in The Patriot-News on March 5 regarding the likely outcome of a case in which a man is testifying he uses marijuana for religious purposes.

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics, was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on March 2 regarding the likelihood that the new Major League Soccer team in Philadelphia will form an alliance with a popular international team to generate local enthusiasm for the sport.

The recent relocation and expansion of the Widener University Child Development Center was featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer on March 2.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on March 2 regarding the uncertain future of incorporations in the state of Delaware.

Lawrence Hamermesh, professor of law, was quoted in The News Journal on March 2 regarding the behind-the-scenes approach used with incorporations in Delaware.

Widener student and Lost Boy of Sudan, Macharia Yuot, was featured in Main Line Today on March 1 detailing the charitable work he is involved with and the positive messages he shares with inner city youth.

Law professor James R. May was quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer on March 1 regarding the EPA's denial of California's request to have stricter auto emission rules within the state.

Joseph Fuhr, professor of economics, and Brian Larson, associate professor of marketing, were both quoted in the Delaware County Daily Times on March 1 regarding the many initiatives taking place to revitalize Chester, including the $50 million University Crossings project.

Brian Larson, associate professor of marketing, was quoted in the Philadelphia Metro on February 28 regarding the positive impact a new soccer stadium will have on the city of Chester.  He was also quoted for a similar story in the Delaware County Daily Times on the same date.

Widener University was awarded one of five $20,000 grants from AT&T to fund the "Introduction to Engineering Workshop," which will benefit secondary educators. 

Professor Martin Goldstein and Assistant Professor Rebecca Jones, both from the Department of Government and Politics within the College of Arts and Sciences, were quoted in The News Journal on February 22 regarding the declaration of independence by Kosovo. 

Law professor Tom Reed was quoted on WBOC-16 TV (Salisbury, MD) on February 22 regarding the court case of Thomas Capano and the 1999 killing of his mistress, Anne Marie Fahey.

Alison Byer, adjunct professor of physics and astronomy, was interviewed for a segment on CBS 3 on February 19 informing viewers what to look for during a total lunar ecplise.

President James T. Harris III was the special guest on The Lynn Gold-Bikin Show (WHPT 1210AM - The Big Talker) to discuss issues in education on February 17. 

Associate law professor, Lawrence Connell, was quoted in The News Journal on February 15 and 16 regarding the justified use of deadly force in a recent Wilmington robbery.

Dean Nicholas Hadgis from the School of Hospitality Management was quoted on February 10 in the Asbury Park Press regarding the option of rebranding a restaurant to appease the changing preferences of customers.

Dennis Laker, associate professor of management, was quoted in the San Diego Union-Tribune on February 9 regarding nepotism within the coaching profession. 

Michael Ledoux, associate dean and director of the Center for Education, was quoted in Earlychildhood NEWS regarding the role of men in earlychildhood education.

James Vike, associate dean of social science, was quoted in the Philadelphia Metro on February 5 regarding whether or not voters in Pennsylvania will have an impact on the primaries come April.

President James T. Harris III was profiled in the Educator Spotlight section of The Philadelphia Inquirer on February 3 detailing his many accomplishments as the leader of Widener University.

Jeff Lolli, lecturer for the School of Hospitality Management, was quoted on February 3 in The Patriot-News regarding how Hershey Entertainment may benefit from the new Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course.

Ed Wright, director of admissions, was quoted on February 1 in Metro Kids South Jersey regarding the best times to visit college campuses.

Law professor Lawrence Hamermesh was quoted on TheDeal.com on February 1 regarding the pitfalls of voting.

Law professor Lawrence Hamermesh was quoted on Portfolio.com on February 1 regarding the clause "reasonable best efforts" used in contracts for business mergers.

Student Josh Minton and Dean Nicholas Hadgis, both from the School of Hospitality Management, were interviewed by Your Morning on CN8 on January 29 for a live segment featuring the increasing popularity of hospitality programs and the nationally ranked hospitality curriculum at Widener. 

Dean Nicholas Hadgis from the School of Hospitality Management was quoted on January 28 in the Niagara Gazette regarding the boom of the hospitality industry and the increasing number of college students enrolling in hospitality programs.

Student Macharia Yuot was featured on CBS 3 on January 24 highlighting his inspirational past as a lost boy of Sudan and his aspirations to become an Olympic athlete. 

Law professor Lawrence Hamermesh  was quoted on Portfolio.com on January 23 regarding Bank of America's plans to acquire Countrywide Financial.

Erin Daly, professor of constitutional law, was quoted on January 22 in The News Journal regarding the procedures necessary to overturn Roe vs. Wade in Delaware.

Law professor Tom Reed was quoted in The News Journal on January 21 regarding the effects that a district court judicial vacancy in Delaware will have on time sensitive patent cases.

Dean Nicholas Hadgis from the School of Hospitality Management was quoted on January 20 in The Philadelphia Inquirer regarding the hurdles the Tropicana Casino & Resort will face as it attempts to repair its tarnished reputation.

Dr. Paul Fuhr, professor of economics, was quoted in the Delaware County Daily Times on January 19 in regards to the economic stimulus plan proposed by the government. 

Dr. Iqbal Mansur, professor of managment and finance, was quoted in the Delaware County Daily Times on January 19 regarding consumer confidence and the possibility of a recession.

Associate law professor, Michael R. Domino, Sr., was quoted on January 18 in The Patriot News regarding strip-search policies in prisons.  The story was also published on PoliceOne.com.

Dr. Eric Brucker, professor of economics, was quoted in Yahoo! News on January 15 regarding the recent release of "The Widener Elder Pennsylvanian Survey."  The story was also publicized through various other large media outlets, including The San Francisco Examiner, Reuters, WNEP-TV Moosic, WTHR-TV Indianapolis, and WTVF-TV Nashville.  Dr. Brucker was also interviewed regarding some of the findings from the survey on January 16 for WHYY News-WHYY-FM (90.0) Philadelphia. 

John Serembus, associate professor of philosophy, was quoted on January 16 for an article with CBC News regarding America's shrinking vocabulary.

Mark Nicosia, associate professor of mechanical engineering, was quoted in Health and Medicine Week on January 14 for the promising new research on dysphagia that he and other Widener University faculty members recently conducted. 

Dean Nicholas Hadgis from the School of Hospitality Management was quoted in a story for USA Today on January 8 about the growth of hospitality management programs and the increasing need for trained professionals in the industry.  The story was also published by the Tennessean.com on January 10 and The Ithaca Journal on January 14.

Dean Linda L. Ammons and student Charles Gibbs, both from the School of Law, were quoted in The News Journal on January 11 for an article highlighting the recent Jena Six forum hosted by Widener University.  A similar story was also published in The Delaware County Daily Times.

Widener University was featured in the Yeadon Times on December 27 for new grants being offered by the university to support adult learners in completing their degree.

Dan Hanson, Director of Public Relations, was quoted in the Delaware County Daily Times on December 24 regarding the numerous expansion initiatives taking place at Widener University.

Widener University was mentioned in the Delaware County Daily Times on December 19 as one of several local colleges that will benefit from a new $200,000 Chester scholarship plan funded by Harrah's Chester.

Law Professor John Nivala was quoted on December 19 in the Dover Post about a case involving a Delaware couple facing charges for breaking a deed restriction on their property.

G. Randy Lee, professor of constitutional law, was quoted in the York Daily Record on December 11 regarding a pending course on gospel music at William Penn High School.

School of Hospitality Management Dean Nicholas Hadgis was quoted in a story on fastcasual.com about the need for casual-dining chain restaurants (e.g. Applebee's, Bennigan's, Friday's) to distinguish themselves in the marketplace because of the growing fast casual restaurant segment.