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1
Mar

Widener Day Open House

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  • Widener University, Chester Campus
Open to:
  • Admitted & Incoming Undergraduate Students
  • Prospective Undergraduate Students

High school students and their families are invited to join us on campus to engage with the Widener community—from students and leadership to faculty and staff—through information sessions, campus tours, one-on-one meetings, academic panels, and more. Grab a Starbucks, sample scrumptious campus food, and see why we call Widener University home.

2
Mar

Widener AI Week 2026 (3/2-3/5)

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  • Chester Campus
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Join us for an inspiring week of events where faculty, students, alumni, and thought leaders come together to discuss, discover, and demonstrate the transformative power of AI in education, work, and beyond. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with AI. Let's explore the possibilities of AI together!

2
Mar

Know Before You Go: Resume & LinkedIn Workshop

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  • Career Design & Development Lounge
Open to:
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Earn career readiness skills before you graduate! Join us for this hands-on resume and LinkedIn workshop, as a part of Career Design & Development's new Senior Week, Know Before You Go. You will leave...

First Quarter Moon
2
Mar

Monday Twilight Stargazing Sessions

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Looking for something to do after the sun goes down? Reach for the stars and explore the galaxy with Widener's Observatory!

Graphic reads "Day of Gratitude"
3
Mar

Day of Gratitude: Roar with Thanks

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  • Chester campus
  • Delaware Law campus
  • Commonwealth Law campus
Open to:
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students

The annual Day of Gratitude: Roar with Thanks invites students to write and submit notes of gratitude to Widener donors thanking them for the impact that their generosity has on the student experience.

3
Mar

CEU: Soul Collage® Card Making and Card Reading For Social Workers

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  • Lathem Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Graduate Students

As social workers, we understand the ongoing need to take care of ourselves and each other as we meet the many challenges of our work. This may include: Making time for self-reflection & rest and...

4
Mar

Know Before You Go: Interview & Negotiation Workshop

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  • Zoom
Open to:
  • Current Undergraduate Students

Earn career readiness skills before you graduate! Join Career Design & Development staff for an interactive interview & negotiation skills workshop, as a part of CDD's new senior week, Know Before You...

Globular Star Cluster M13
4
Mar

Stargazing: Spring Teachers' Night

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Calling all K-12 teachers! The Widener Observatory wants to treat you to a night among the stars! You spend all day helping students reach for the stars! Now, treat yourself and your family to an unforgettable experience!

5
Mar

President's Lecture Series

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  • Harris Hall Commons
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

We’re thrilled to unveil an exciting new format for this year’s President’s Lecture Series—featuring an inspiring lineup of our 2025 faculty award winners! Join us as these distinguished honorees...

Sun with prominences
6
Mar

Friday Evening Stargazing Session

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Join Professor Augensen at the Widener Observatory for an out of this world experience! Registration is required in advance to attend!

WU in FL
7
Mar

17th Annual Alumni Day at Phillies Spring Training

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  • BayCare Ballpark, Clearwater, FL
Open to:
  • Alumni

Nothing says springtime like Phillies Spring Training! Thank you for your interest in Alumni Day at Phillies Spring Training. Due to high demand, this event is currently sold out. If you'd like to be...

First Quarter Moon
23
Mar

Monday Twilight Stargazing Session

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Looking for something to do after the sun goes down? Reach for the stars and explore the galaxy with Widener's Observatory!

24
Mar

Financial Aid 102

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  • Zoom
Open to:
  • Admitted & Incoming Undergraduate Students
  • Prospective Undergraduate Students

Ready to learn more about financial aid? Building upon the basic concepts of financial aid, Widener's Office of Student Financial Services provides this timely virtual session for admitted Widener...

First Quarter Moon
24
Mar

Honors Week Stargazing Session

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

There's more to the night sky than meets the eye! The Widener Observatory is the perfect spot to enjoy the celestial beauty of the atmosphere in an up-close and personal way.

26
Mar

Beyond the Classroom: What's Next?

  • Lathem Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Join the Science Division for the launch of a new alumni speaker series! Join us on Wednesday, March 26 as we welcome alumnus David Clifton '07, Senior Vice President for Consumer Industries...

27
Mar

SciNet: A Welcome Event Dedicated for Admitted Science Students

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  • Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Admitted & Incoming Undergraduate Students

Explore your future in the sciences at Widener! Join us for a day filled with activities tailored for prospective science students. Discover why Widener could be the perfect fit for you. Event...

Planet Saturn
6
Apr

Monday Twilight Stargazing Session

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Looking for something to do after the sun goes down? Reach for the stars and explore the galaxy with Widener's Observatory!

M57 Ring Nebula in Lyra
10
Apr

Friday Evening Stargazing Session

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  • Widener Observatory - Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Alumni
  • Community/Public
  • Current Adult & Continuing Studies Students
  • Current Graduate Students
  • Current Undergraduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Looking for something to do after the sun goes down? Reach for the stars and explore the galaxy with Widener's Observatory!