In the Media

Widener celebrated the class of 2024 with commencement ceremonies for the Chester campus, Commonwealth Law School, and Delaware Law School. 

In this episode, Greg Potter interviews Dr. Angie Corbo, associate professor and chair of communication studies, and faculty chair at Widener; Dr. Wes Leckrone, professor and chair of political science at Widener; Dr. James Vike, professor, associate dean of social science, and director of the masters of public administration program at Widener; and Kyle Meier, a 2024 political science graduate, who has also served as an intern for the office of New Jersey Congressman Donald Norcross. The team discusses the current political climate, political engagement initiatives at Widener University, and what impact the 2024 election season will have on political education on college campuses.

Anthony Pluretti, associate vice president of student and campus services, will speak at an upcoming webinar on how colleges and universities can choose the best technology for their safety needs. 

Class of 2024 MSW graduate Phil Waibel shares his story in this article about Delco Revive, a new harm-reduction initiative from the Delaware County Health Department that will offer free Narcan nasal spray, fentanyl and Xylazine test strips, CPR training, and more. Waibel now works as a substance abuse counselor at MVP recovery.

Todd Clark, dean of Delaware Law School, is the featured guest on this episode of DETV's "The Agenda." Clark discusses his life and career, as well as the school's commitment to providing opportunities for students. 

Geeta Tewari, associate professor at Delaware Law School, authored this article about an ongoing case in the Delaware Supreme Court that is challenging COVID-era restrictions on religious gatherings.

Widener celebrated the class of 2024 with commencement ceremonies last week for Chester, Harrisburg and Delaware  graduates. President Stacey Robertson is quoted offering words of wisdom.
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A post from the Widener Law Blog is cited for this article covering strange and historical laws in the state of Delaware.

Delaware Law School Emeritus Professor Lawrence Hamermesh is a guest in this segment covering a financial battle over pay packages involving Tesla and Elon Musk.

Commonwealth Law School's commencement ceremony is featured. Graduate Zachary Penzone is highlighted alongside his service dog and fellow graduate, Wings.

Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is quoted in this article discussing a case from Georgia that may make its way to the U.S. Supreme Court about how the state elects utility regulators.

Commencement ceremonies for the College of Arts & Sciences and the College of Health and Human Services are featured.

Wes Leckrone, professor and chair of political science, is quoted discussing the upcoming presidential election candidates.

Kathleen Vavala, adjunct faculty member at Delaware Law School, has been confirmed as Superior Court judge in New Castle County, Delaware.

Jattu Fahnbulleh, an English and creative writing major, authored this article about their experience working with the community at the Free the Future Art Fair in Chester.

Tuesday's School of Engineering commencement on the Chester campus is featured in this clip.

Alex Savkov '24, a baseball player for the Pride, has been named a second-team MAC Commonwealth baseball all-star as an outfielder.

Paul Regan, professor at Delaware Law School, is quoted in this article about ongoing litigation in the state of Delaware between Dell Technologies Inc. and Tesla.

Delaware Law School's selection of clinics are featured. Professor Dana Harrington Conner and student Eryn Scott are quoted discussing the importance of these hands-on opportunities for law students to gain experience. Delaware Law is currently home to six clinics that provide students the opportunity to work with real clients while in law school.
See also: Vista Today, Philadelphia Today

Fred McCall has been named Widener's new vice president of student engagement and transformation and dean of students effective July 1. McCall comes to Widener from the University of Illinois, Chicago, where he served as executive associate vice chancellor and dean of students.