In the Media

Widener is a participating university in America250PA's Semiquincentennial Scholarship Program to Pennsylvania.

Associate Professor of History Jordan Smith authored this article discussing his work on the history of rum ahead of his forthcoming book, "The Invention of Rum: Creating the Quintessential Atlantic Commodity." Smith touches on pirates and their historical and pop culture connections to rum as well as his regular first year seminar course on Atlantic piracy. This article features original artwork from Widener students Samuel Flood and Tori Socha.

Emeritus Professor Harry Augensen authored this article about the planet Neptune, covering its discovery through more recent scientific breakthroughs.

Widener is mentioned in this article looking at trends in how first year college students are choosing their majors. 

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jeremy Backstrom is featured commenting on the growth of political violence following the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. 

Widener is named on this list of best acute care nurse practitioner programs for Pennsylvania students.

Former head football coach Bill Manlove is featured for his many years of success in college football coaching. Manlove is the winningest coach in Widener history, and was honored at the 2024 Homecoming festivities.

Widener is mentioned in HBO's original mini-series "Task." The show, which takes place in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, follows a fictional FBI agent played by Mark Ruffalo. In one episode, the agent is participating in a job fair where a fictional Widener graduate approaches his table. 

Professor Wes Leckrone, chair of political science, is quoted in this article discussing Pennsylvania voter tendencies.

Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach Josey Shaffer has been selected as one of 30 coaches nationwide to participate in the IWLCA's Aspire Assistant Coach Program. This program provides professional development opportunities and continuing education for assistant coaches. 

Delaware Law School Emeritus Professor Lawrence Hamermesh provides insight into jury trials for business litigations. 

Pride football player Dalton Wickel '28 is featured in this article about his career as a student athlete in high school and now at Widener. 

Belle Nicholas, a graduate clinical psychology student who was recently crowned Miss New Jersey, is featured here sharing about her passion for mental health and advocacy.

Civil engineering student Emma Miernicki '27 is a 2025-2026 student ambassador for the American Society of Civil Engineers. 

Professor Wes Leckrone, chair of political science, offers commentary in this article about candidates for a House of Representatives seat in the upcoming Pennsylvania 2025 midterm election.

Harry Augensen, emeritus professor of physics and astronomy and director of the Widener Observatory, authored this monthly outlook of what planets, stars and more will be visible during the month of September.

Assistant Professor of Psychology Maureen Coyle offers expert insight into parasocial relationships and toxic online behavior between reality television stars and their fans, amid incidents following the latest season of the reality dating show Love Island USA.

Widener ROTC was represented as part of the Nurse Summer Training Program at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. This program offers hands-on training for the next generation of Army and military nurses.

Widener's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is hosting an open house on the Chester campus on Wednesday, Sept. 3. OLLI Program Manager Natasha Brame is quoted about the program. 

Head Football Coach Mike Barainyak is the guest on this episode of 1-on-1 with Matt Leon discussing the Pride's upcoming season.