A graduate holds up a diploma holder that reads "Widener University" during a commencement ceremony under the tent.

Widener University Commencement

Congratulations, Graduates 🎓

Widener University recognized the 2026 graduates over the course of one week with five ceremonies for the Chester-based colleges and schools. Explore the following content to relive the joyful moments and keep the celebration going!

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Or, browse more commencement photos for Chester campus ceremonies and Delaware Law School.

Quick Links

Watch the Full Ceremonies

Browse the Commencement playlist to find recordings of the Chester and Delaware ceremonies.

Commencement Photo Album

Browse the full photo album for images from each school and college.

Recap Video

Relive the joy and excitement from commencement week.

Explore the Alumni Network

Stay connected, grow your network, and take advantage of exclusive (free!) alumni resources and ways to engage.

Stories Celebrating Grads

A student wearing a blue graduation cap and gown holds up his diploma case and cheers

Commencement 2026 Celebrates Success and Possibility

Widener graduates crossed the stage with pride and turned their tassels at the university’s 2026 commencement festivities.

Delorean Andrews poses in his graduation cap and gown with the Pride of lions statue on campus.

‘The Sky is Not The Limit’: Continuing Studies Student Soars at Commencement

When Delorean Andrews enrolled at Widener in 2015, he had no idea that his degree would be over 10 years in the making. Andrews crossed the stage at the May 2026 commencement festivities earning his bachelor’s degree magna cum laude in organizational development and leadership

Amanda Rappa, wearing a blue Widener shirt and holding a blue grad cap, stands on the balcony of Old Main with campus behind her

Amanda Rappa: A Widener Story Defined by Heart, Hustle, and Human Connection

President’s Award winner Amanda Rappa transformed her Widener experience into meaningful campus impact through leadership, connection and broad involvement across academics and activities.

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