Department & Office Directory

The Undergraduate Admissions Office provides assistance to students interested in applying to our undergraduate programs.

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The Undergraduate Transfer Admissions Office provides assistance to students whom have completed college coursework at another college or university and are interested in transferring into one of our undergraduate programs.

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University Advancement includes an integrated team that is responsible for all the marketing and communication efforts of the university, as well as public relations, brand management, alumni outreach, annual giving, campaign fundraising, and obtaining donations from corporations, foundations, and private organizations.

The University Center, affectionately known as the "UC," is the living room of campus and the heart of student engagement at Widener University. The UC fosters an inclusive and dynamic atmosphere, serving as the hub for students, employees, and guests to connect, engage, and thrive. Here you'll find a rich variety of cultural, educational, social, and recreational programs, services, and facilities, all designed to strengthen our sense of pride at Widener.

• Offices and Departments Include: Center for Civic Engagement, Office of International Student Services, Office of the Dean of Students, Office of Student Living, Office of Student Conduct, Widener Dining Services, Office of Student Engagement, Office of Student Inclusion & Belonging
• Food Options Include: Pride Café, Starbucks, The Drop at MacMoreland Commons (Moe's Southwest Grill, Bento Sushi, Good Day, Auntie Anne's, Cinnabon, and 14th & Boba), and the Lion’s Den P.O.D. Market convenience store
• Student Resources Include: Post Office, Interfaith Sacred Space, Legacy Lounge, Commuter Student Lounge, Multicultural Lounge, Pride Den (pool tables, ping pong & foosball), eSports Arena, Dance Studio, outdoor fire pit, sand volleyball court, and numerous meeting spaces.

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Widener's Honors Program brings together highly motivated undergraduate students and dedicated faculty who share a curiosity about the world and a sense of the adventure of discovery.

The Office of University Relations directs internal and external communications for Widener University. The office manages the university brand, graphic standards, marketing, advertising, design, publications, website, and public relations. It publishes the Widener Magazine and the Widener Insider.

The veteran and military affairs department supports military members through the enrollment and financial aid process.

WAVE is a university-wide campus safety initiative dedicated to bringing sexual and relationship violence prevention education to Widener University through events, workshops, professional development trainings, and campus partnerships. WAVE is led by a coalition of students, faculty, and staff, with a strong emphasis on student input. The initiative elevates student leadership and offers engaging education around consent, relationships, bystander intervention, and more to our campus community.

If you’d like to bring a WAVE workshop to your campus organization, reach out to Jamie O’Leary, Associate Director for Violence Prevention Education.

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The Widener Child Development Center is one of the hallmarks of our community outreach effort to create a learning environment that connects our curriculum with societal issues through civic engagement.

Widener Community Connections was developed in partnership with Widener’s community services and clinics. This team provides therapeutic case management and resource navigation services to clinic clients. This clinic is staffed by generalist social work interns equipped with the knowledge to assist those served by our clinics with the support they need to overcome barriers in obtaining support services.

Widener International serves as the hub for the university’s global engagement, supporting international students, scholars, and partnerships while fostering worldwide academic experiences for our students.

We oversee international admissions for both undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them through the application process and welcoming them into the Widener community. Our international student services team provides support to all international students across our Chester, Delaware, and Harrisburg campuses, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive academically and personally.

For current Widener students looking to expand their horizons, our study away programs offer academic experiences in more than 50 countries, allowing them to immerse themselves in different cultures while earning credits toward their degree.

Additionally, Widener International builds and manages global partnerships with organizations, educational institutions, and companies outside the U.S., strengthening our international collaborations and expanding opportunities for students, faculty, and researchers.

At Widener International, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and globally connected community—because at Widener, you’re not just studying internationally, you’re Belonging Beyond Borders.

The WISER Clinic was established to provide professional mental health counseling that specializes in all areas of sexual well-being. Our focus is to increase awareness of sexual health within the community, and to increase positive coverage and support for human sexuality as a whole. We are committed to providing exceptional, affordable therapy for adults, couples, and families.

Widener Law Commonwealth is a close-knit community offering an exceptional law school experience that is personal, practical, and professional. Consider the strengths that set us apart and put you on the inside track.

Widener Commonwealth Law's admissions office provides assistance to students interested in applying to our JD program offered in Harrisburg, PA.
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Widener Magazine captures stories and achievements of our alumni, professors, and students to inspire pride in the Widener community. The publication showcases how our community is changing the world and making groundbreaking contributions in a wide-range of fields, while celebrating our rich history, campus updates, and alumni milestones. The publication is created by Widener's University Relations office in partnership with the Alumni and Development offices.

At the Widener University Observatory on our Main Campus in Chester, students in our Physics Department use a 16-inch computerized Meade Cassegrain reflecting telescope and several, smaller, 12-inch telescopes to get first-hand experience viewing planets, stars, nebulae, clusters, and galaxies.

Widener Reads/Widener Counts Tutoring Program is a federally-funded effort committed to helping America's children become better readers through extra academic help and building relationships. Tutors provide children with one-on-one or small-group instruction in reading, phonics, and comprehension and serve as vital role models to the children that they mentor. Widener Reads is open to work-study eligible undergraduate and graduate students.

The Wolfgram Memorial Library offers many services to assist students, faculty, staff, and community members with their research.

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.