Department & Office Directory

African & African-American Studies offers an interdisciplinary, critical approach to explore the histories, cultures, and experiences of African descended peoples.

For more Information:

Dr. Richard Cooper, Co-coordinator

Email: rxc0005@widener.edu

The Anthropology Department prepares students to work with diverse populations in fields such as international relations, education, government, healthcare, user experience, marketing, and cultural resource management.
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The Widener University Band program affords undergraduate students the opportunity to perform in a variety of concert and athletic band settings throughout the school year. Participation is based on audition with the Director.

The Biochemistry Department provides a solid foundation in the sciences, emphasizing the molecular, analytical, and quantitative aspects of living systems.
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The Biology Department incorporates disciplines from a variety of scientific fields such as genetics, zoology, and global biodiversity. Students who study biology at Widener graduate with more than a degree; they emerge as critical thinkers who are skilled in the scientific process and have a passion for making discoveries of their own.
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The Chemistry Department prepares students for graduate school, professional school, and a variety of careers in industry. Our focus on green chemistry prepares students to address real-world problems relating to sustainability. Research is a core component of our program, providing hands-on experience and developing leadership skills that help our graduates succeed whatever their career goals.
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The College of Arts and Sciences provides general education for all undergraduate students and two dozen major courses of study for those interested in the liberal arts and sciences. The College also offers several accelerated undergraduate/graduate pathways and houses master's programs in criminal justice and public administration, as well as several graduate certificate programs.

The Communication Studies Department offers a wide range of courses in the communications field. Some of these courses include broadcasting, journalistic writing, integrated marketing communication, as well as film study.
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The Computer Science & Computer Information Systems Department provides strong foundations in programming, computer security, databases, networks, artificial intelligence, and more.
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The Criminal Justice Department helps prepare students in one of several criminal justice fields.
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The master of arts in criminal justice (MCJ) program is designed to prepare individuals for successful careers in leadership, management, and research in the criminal justice professions. The program will equip professionals with the intellectual capital needed to propose meaningful solutions to criminal justice issues of contemporary society.
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Digital Media Informatics studies applications of information technology to all kinds of digital media. The program integrates creativity and design with the technology of the multimedia production. Students can choose classes from four specialized concentrations: (1) audio-visual, (2) graphics, mobile, & web development, (3) gaming & artificial intelligence, and (4) digital writing.
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The English & Creative Writing Department develops in students the ability to read like writers and write like readers, fostering the critical thinking skills as well as creativity essential for meaningful careers in today's world through a variety of mentoring and professional development opportunities.
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The Environmental Science and Sustainability Department trains students to critically assess, interpret, analyze, and evaluate some of Earth’s most pressing environmental problems. Crucial skills are acquired through coursework and field research experiences that will amply prepare graduates for a professional career in this discipline.
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The Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies department offers an interdisciplinary program that allows students to explore all facets of gender and sexuality, using the lenses of sociology, psychology, criminal justice, English, history and many other disciplines, as well as enhancing critical thinking, writing, and presentation skills.

We offer a gender, women, and sexuality studies major, minor, and certificate. We also have pathway programs to Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Human Sexuality Studies. Because we are an interdisciplinary program, many students find it easy to add GWS as a minor or double-major.
 

The History Department opens student's eyes to a broader perspective on the world. Creative thinking, analytical writing, and critical interpretation are skills that make history graduates ideal job candidates in various fields.
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Widener’s Humanities Division offers a wide range of majors that explore individual, societal, and cultural perspectives.
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The Math Center provides both virtual and on-campus tutoring in mathematics for all Widener students, including graduate and undergraduate students. Experienced professional and undergraduate tutors provide help with all courses with mathematics content. 

The Mathematics Department is responsible for the oversight of all math courses, the mathematics major and minor, and the mathematics assessment given to entering students.
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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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