Since our founding 200 years ago, the institution we now call Widener University has evolved and adapted to the times and needs of our students. As we prepare to venture into our next 200 years, we invite you to join us as we reflect upon our past, celebrate our present, and build the Pride of our future.
As we celebrate our bicentennial, we invite you to take a look back at our 200-year history - from our origins as the Bullock School in Delaware, to the decades spent as a military college, to today's thriving, agile university.
Though our mission and makeup have changed, we have always been on the forefront of education, cultivating tomorrow's leaders.
Here, you will find stories of our rich legacy and our vision for the future. We invite you to join the conversation and celebration by sharing your memories and favorite moments.
The Bullock School. The Alsop School. Hyatt’s Select School for Boys. Delaware Military Academy. Pennsylvania Military Academy. Pennsylvania Military College. PMC Colleges. Widener College. Widener University.
View over 130 pictures and documents depicting the history of Widener and its predecessor institutions from 1821 to the present.
Watch for the Fall 2021 issue of the Widener Magazine, dedicated to the university's bicentennial and to the theme of staying connected.
Two students are working to bring the civil rights movement history to life with a walking tour on campus.
This year’s Homecoming offers something for everyone – a renewal of many of the on-campus traditions and events, as well as a slate of virtual programming. The weekend also marks the public kickoff of Widener’s bicentennial celebration.
The Wolfgram Memorial Library celebrates 50 years of serving the research and academic needs of the Widener community. Take a look back at the library's history that is as unique as its iconic structure.
Join us on December 9 at 8:00 p.m. for the 40th anniversary concert of the legendary big band John Vanore and Abstract Truth. The location for this streamed performance is Widener University where the band gave its first concert on December 9, 1981.
Widener's 200-year history is built on the experiences and achievements of our community. What is your favorite Widener memory? We want to hear from you.
Reaching this milestone anniversary in 2021 definitely warrants a special bicentennial Zoom background. Download the image by right-clicking the download link and selecting "Save As."
Wear your bicentennial pride on your sleeve! Purchase short-sleeved, long-sleeved, and sweatshirts featuring our 200th logo at our online widenergear.com site. You can also purchase a special commemorative bicentennial blanket in our bookstore on campus.
Join the bicentennial celebration on social media by sharing your favorite memories and moments. Use #Widener200 and tag the university for a chance to have your posts and photos featured on our social platforms.
Contact us to make a gift in support of the bicentennial celebration and continuing our legacy.
