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.
Emeritus Professor Harry Augensen shares upcoming planetary events for the month of February.
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.
Wes Leckrone, professor and chair of political science, is quoted discussing the current standoff between President Biden and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over migration and border security in the state.
Widener and Elizabethtown University have signed a memorandum of understanding which could benefit students looking to enroll in Elizabethtown's M.A. in counseling psychology program.
Professor and Chair of Political Science Wes Leckone and Associate Dean of Social Sciences Jim Vike are quoted in this article discussing the question of who would be Donald Trump's running mate in the 2024 presidential election.
Delaware Law School student Daniella Vincent, who worked as a summer associate at Yankwitt LLP, is recognized for her work as managing editor of Delaware Law's Law Review.
Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is quoted discussing a recent decision by the Pennsylvania State Supreme Court to send a case dealing with abortion rights back to the Commonwealth Court. Yeargain shares that this decision could be seen as a clear indication of how the state Supreme Court expects the lower court to rule.
Delaware Law School will host the state's Chancery Court this week for a hearing in the case of Harper v. Sievert. The case, brought by a T-Mobile investor, claims a plan by T-Mobile's parent company to speed up AI and machine learning segments has led to costly cyberattacks against T-Mobile.
The Osher Institute for Lifelong Learning (OLLI) is featured in this article as they approach the beginning of their spring courses. OLLI offers academic courses on a variety of topics for adults age 50 and over.
Ross Steinman, professor of psychology, is quoted in this article discussing the Super Bowl. Steinman says that the Super Bowl has become somewhat of an annual holiday and that the upcoming game being held in Las Vegas can impact the city.
Greg Potter interviews Robert Buckley Jr. '81, the president of Buckley and Company, the family-owned construction company that was instrumental in the nation’s record-setting rebuild of the collapsed portion of I-95 in the summer of 2023. Buckley discusses the logistics of the rebuild and the origins, culture, and philosophy of his company. Buckley credits his success to his dedicated team, some of whom have been with him since his college days, and the power of networking. He says, “Your word is your bond, and the handshake is the deal.” Buckley is an advisor for Widener’s new engineering construction management program. Buckley and Company helped to raise funds for the family of Nathan “Nate” Moody, the truck driver and father of three who tragically lost his life in the accident.
A publication by Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is referenced in this article examining the political system in Maryland.
A group of students and faculty representing Widener's communications and political science programs traveled to the New Hampshire Primary earlier this week. Amanda Rappa '26 and Kyle Meier '24 are quoted discussing their experience.
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Anne Krouse, dean of the School of Nursing, is quoted in this article discussing improved NCLEX scores for nursing programs in the Philadelphia area. Krouse shares that schools are beginning to see a return to pre-COVID test scores.
Tatyannah King, a graduate student in the Center for Human Sexuality Studies, is quoted in this article discussing sexual wellness.
Stephanie Wendling, instructor in the School of Business Administration, shares how to maximize credit card rewards while being conscious of potential tax liability.
A group of students and faculty are in New Hampshire for the New Hampshire primary. Communication studies student Amanda Rappa '26 and political science student Kyle Meier '24 share about their experience on the trip so far
Ross Steinman, professor of psychology, gives insight in this article about consumer spending on groceries. Steinman says that rising costs in other areas, such as insurance and utilities, will lead people to cut their spending.
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Katie Herschede, vice president of strategic initiatives and chief of staff, is named for her contributions to this article discussing the role of board professionals in higher education.