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Newsweek

Donald Trump Poised to Be First Republican to Win Popular Vote in 20 Years

Jim Vike, associate dean of social science and professor of political science, gives expert commentary on possible outcomes in the event that Donald Trump wins the popular vote. Vike shares that winning the popular vote can indicate the public's desire to support the winner's policies.

Science News Explores

Swimming in schools lets fish save lots of energy

Professor of Biology David Coughlin is featured in this article examining why fish swim in schools. Coughlin notes that it is important to understand fish behaviors especially in the face of climate change.

The Wall Street Journal

College Financial-Aid Applications Fall 57%

Vice President for Enrollment Joseph Howard is quoted in this article discussing complications with the FAFSA rollout for fall 2024 students. Widener recently announced the university will suspend the May 1 'Decision Day' deadline so students can have ample time to review their financial aid packages.

Youth Development United

New Martial Arts Classes Inspire and Educate

Widener University provided the location as well as a free dinner in the Pride Café for Chester youth who participated in martial arts classes coordinated by Youth Development United.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Why is Elon Musk so mad at Delaware?

Delaware Law School Emeritus Professor Lawrence Hamermesh gives insight in this article covering Elon Musk's desire to move his business' legal operations out of the state of Delaware. Hamermesh weighs in on some other states Musk could turn to.

Nicki Swift

The Drama Involving Tracy Chapman And Luke Combs' Hit Song Fast Car

Richard Cooper, co-coordinator of African American Studies and director of the BSW program, is quoted in this article discussing a recent Grammy performance of 'Fast Car' by country music star Luke Combs featuring the song's original singer, Tracy Chapman. Combs' covering of this song stirred controversy in recent months.

6 ABC Action News

Widener University suspends decision day deadline amid FAFSA information delays

Widener University has announced that it is suspending the May 1 'Decision Day' deadline for incoming fall 2024 students due to delays with the FAFSA application. President Stacey Robertson and Vice President for Enrollment Joseph Howard share that Widener is committed to making sure students have ample time to make their college decisions.
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Law Dragon

The Lawdragon Green 500: Leaders in Environmental Law

Delaware Law Distinguished Professor James May has been named to Law Dragon's 2024 list of Leaders in Environmental Law. May is founder of Delaware Law's Global Environmental Rights Institute.

Centro de Periodismo Investigativo

The Distance Between an Ocean and a Prison

Assistant Professor at Delaware Law School Diego Alcalá Laboy is quoted in this article sharing the story of a family separated by distance when their son is incarcerated out of state. Alcalá shares that the cost of a lawyer can be prohibitive for some in the United States.