This article features The Delco Swim School, hosted on Widener's Chester campus and directed by Assistant Men's and Women's Swim Coach Matt Matys. Matys shares what inspired him to start The Delco Swim School, how Widener student athletes are involved, and how swimming is a skill that could save a life.
This article, written by Professor Emeritus Harry Augensen, discusses Supernova 1987A. Located in the Large Magellanic Cloud, it was discovered in February of 1989.
The upcoming Widener Day open house happening on the Chester campus March 1 is featured. Widener Days welcome prospective students and families to campus to meet with faculty, staff and current students, tour campus facilities and more.
School of Engineering graduate Kayla Nelson '19 is the featured guest on this podcast episode from the Geo-Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Nelson shares about her work, time at Widener and more.
Widener's Small Business Development Center hosted students from Mastery Schools' Hardy Williams High School on campus to meet with business leaders and participate in a "Shark Tank" style competition where they pitched their own business ideas.
Widener engineering students Ally Meyers '26, Andrew Langenau '26, Cooper Eckert '26, Luke Keegan '26 and Alex Avila '26 have received grant funding from ASTM International to support their project "Design and Development of a Biomimetic Robotic Fish for Real-Time Water Quality Monitoring."
Assistant Teaching Professor of English Ben Nadler offers insights and shares some writing prompts for "Howl and Other Poems" by Allen Ginsberg.
Commonwealth Law School Emeritus Professor John Dernbach is quoted in this article about calls for change in Pennsylvania's climate policy to limit greenhouse gasses.
This episode of Far and Widener features Charles Duncan '05, vice president of government and regulatory affairs at Comcast. A 2005 graduate of Widener Law Commonwealth, Charles leads state government affairs for Comcast in Pennsylvania and Ohio, navigating complex legislative and regulatory challenges in a role that blends law, policy, and politics. His journey from law school to corporate leadership was shaped by pivotal experiences at Widener, including the Law and Government Program and mentorship from faculty and alumni that opened doors to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Charles also shares how a constitutional law seminar with then-U.S. Senator Joe Biden sparked connections that led him to serve as a JAG officer in the Pennsylvania National Guard—a chapter that taught him lifelong lessons in leadership and resilience. In this conversation, he reflects on the Widener education that gave him an edge in government affairs, the mindset that drives his success, and the personal philosophy behind his commitment to public service and family.
Professor Emeritus Harry Augensen published this outlook for planets, stars and more that will be visible during the month of February.
Dean of Delaware Law School Todd Clark and alumna Senior Magistrate in Chancery Selena E. Molina '10 are featured in this video about the unique nature of the Delaware Court of Chancery. Clark offers expert insight into the legal field in Delaware touching on its history, corporate law and the role and integrity of the Court of Chancery.
Registration is now open for Widener's OLLI Program spring sessions. OLLI offers adults age 50 and over with non-credit lifelong learning opportunities crossing many subject areas. This year, OLLI is offering a special selection of classes in line with the nation’s 250th celebration happening throughout 2026.
Professor Kate Goodrich, chair of biology, offers expert commentary in this article about the eastern skunk cabbage, an early-blooming plant with a pungent odor.
Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach Josey Shaffer has graduated from the IWCLA's Aspire program in the Elevate Cohort. The Aspire program aims to enhance coaches' professional skills, capabilities and self-awareness through online courses, live webinars and in-person sessions.
Lawrence Hamermesh, Delaware Law School emeritus professor, offers expert insight in this article covering a recent Delaware Supreme Court decision that reversed a previous ruling from the Delaware Court of Chancery.
The naming of the Jack & Nancy Dwyer School of Nursing and the Michelle M. Davis Belonging Lounge are featured in this round up of local events that marked milestones in 2025.
Delaware Law School Associate Professor Geeta Kohli and Professor Emeritus Lawrence Hamermesh are both featured in this article following a major ruling from the Delaware Supreme Court against Johnson & Johnson. Kohli and Hamermesh offer insight into the logistics of the case as well as Delaware corporate law.
Delaware Law School Adjunct Faculty Ola Tucker authored this article discussing the importance of clear compliance writing and offering insight into the use of generative AI tools in the field.
Widener is mentioned on this list of Philadelphia-area colleges and universities offering some of the top trending majors for students.
Professor Stephanie Jeffers, associate dean for undergraduate programs in the Dwyer School of Nursing, and Professor Emerita Rose Rossi are featured guests on this episode of the Nursing EDge Unscripted podcast from the National League for Nursing. Jeffers and Rossi discuss the development, implementation and results of recent changes to clinical education for Widener nursing students.