Mascots Wearing Commencement Garb

Widener University Commencement

We are bursting with Widener Pride for our graduates and all they've achieved!

Cue the Pomp and Circumstance!

Relive the excitement of the drive-through ceremony on-campus and the traditional ceremony at The Mann Center with videos, photos, heartfelt messages of congratulations, stories of our remarkable graduates, and more.  

We encourage everyone to share their pride for the graduates on social media, using the hashtag #Widener2022.

Looking Back at Commencement

Mann Center ceremony recap video

 

Drive-through ceremony recap video

The full recording of the traditional commencement ceremony at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts can be viewed here. 

Your official graduation photos taken by Lifetouch Photography at the drive-through and Mann Center ceremony will be available to you shortly.

Visit https://events.lifetouch.com to sign up and receive notification when your proofs are online and ready to order. Click on ‘Find Your Event’, and then enter ‘Graduations’ as the ‘Event Type’, enter ‘Pennsylvania’ as the ‘State’, and enter ‘widener’ in the ‘school’ field.

Special Messages for Our Graduates

Dr. Julie Wollman sits in the Board Room next to Widener memorabilia.

President's Message: Julie E. Wollman

Dr. Wollman delivers a message to the graduating students, celebrating their accomplishments inside and outside the classroom.

Gavin Poole poses in the Chester costume revealing his identify as the man behind the mascot uniform.

Message to Undergraduate Students: Gavin Poole

Nominated by the community to deliver a message to the undergraduate students, Gavin Poole is graduating with a bachelor's degree in economics and finance.

Kripaya Varghese poses for a photo outdoors.

Message to Graduate Students: Kripaya Varghese

Nominated by the community to deliver a message to the graduate students, Kripaya Varghese is graduating with a master's of social work.

MORE WAYS TO CELEBRATE

Widener University Old Main Dome

Welcome to the Alumni Association!

Congratulations on this great accomplishment! You are now part of the alumni community – a Pride – more than 60,000 alumni strong. No matter how far you are from Widener, you can always stay connected! We encourage you to stay engaged and take full advantage of everything the Alumni Association has to offer.

Visit the Alumni Website

blue commencement cap with text reading Congrats Widener Graduate

A Message from the Alumni Council

Alumni Council Chair Gregg Froio '84 '88 shares a message to graduates welcoming them to the alumni community. 

Join WidenerCONNECT

WidenerCONNECT is our new social and professional networking platform that connects our vast network of alumni and students. Join the over 950 users on the platform and harness the power of your Widener network!

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Save the Date for Homecoming—October 14 – 15, 2022

Your first Homecoming as an alum! Grab your blue and gold and join us for this can't-miss celebration. There will be plenty of opportunities to connect with your classmates, fellow alumni, and friends at the one place we all call home.  

Learn more about Homecoming

Connect with @wideneralumni

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and network with fellow alumni on LinkedIn.

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Build the Pride

Was there a special professor, coach, or staff member who had an impact on your Widener experience? That’s what the Inside Track is all about. Consider making a gift in their honor and help us Build The Pride!

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Read Messages from Alumni

You a now a member of the growing Widener alumni community! Read messages of congratulations from your fellow Pride alumni.

Read Messages of Congratulations