Department & Office Directory

The study of another language through the Modern Languages Department immerses students in an academic experience that emphasizes linguistic fluency and multicultural competence, highly prized skills that open doors to a wide range of potential careers in today’s competitive global economy.
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The Music Department offers numerous opportunities for students to participate in musical performances and to also enjoy performances from renowned musicians from around the world.
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Philosophy critically explores concepts like meaning, truth, justice, and beauty that are deeply embedded in daily life and the other academic disciplines. We prepare our students to think carefully about why they believe what they believe, critically about the world and our tools for understanding it, and creatively about how to solve perennial problems.

The Physics & Astronomy Department provides a strong foundation in the underlying physical laws that govern space, time, matter, and energy.
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The Political Science Department offers students the opportunity to experience politics and government processes through political lobbying, international simulations, and campus political engagement.
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The Pre-Health Care Professions Department supports students through the transition from their undergraduate studies to medical school.
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The Pre-Law Department supports students through the transition from their undergraduate studies to law school.
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The Pre-OT Department supports students through the transition from their undergraduate studies to the doctoral program in occupational therapy.
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The Pre-PT Department supports students through the transition from their undergraduate studies to the doctoral program in physical therapy education.
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The Psychology Department prepares students who plan to work in almost every field. Psychology majors study human behavior, and because almost every career requires interacting with others, you’ll find psychology graduates working in business, education, health, urban planning and design, sports, and public safety.
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The master of public administration (MPA) program provides graduate education and training for individuals seeking to develop and refine skills that enhance job performance, create new opportunities, and strengthen prospects for career advancement in public service-oriented organizations in government and the non-profit sector. The program can be completed at a part-time or full-time pace.  The program features small class sizes and diverse enrollment. Courses are scheduled during weekday evenings and are offered via a live online format.
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The Science Division offers a wide range of majors for students to pursue a professional career or graduate study in the life or physical sciences, computer science, or mathematics.
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Widener’s Social Sciences Division offers a wide range of majors that explore individual, societal, and cultural perspectives and prepare students for successful careers and engaged lives in the 21st century.
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The Sociology Department prepares students to study social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior. Sociologists investigate the structure of groups, organizations, and societies, and how people interact within these contexts.
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The STEM Teaching Center provides comprehensive outreach programs for public and private schools in the Greater Delaware Valley region. The center’s mission is to improve science education and help others understand the way the world works.

The Writing Center provides one-on-one instruction for any writing assignment, regardless of the course. Instruction is designed to deal with individual needs. Faculty at the center assist with selecting research topics, outlining, editing, revising, and brainstorming. Instruction is free and scheduled at the student’s convenience. Students may drop in or schedule appointments for a later date. The Writing Center is open to both undergraduate and graduate students.