In the Media

Three Widener Dauntless Battalion graduates were among six total cadets to earn the designation of distinguished military graduate, which recognizes cadets who finish in the top 20 percent among the thousands of Army ROTC graduates each year. Widener graduates Liam Reilly '26, Bradyn Erb '26 and Brendon Hardy '25 received the recognition. Reilly and Erb are quoted about their experience, along with Lt. Col. William Atwell, professor of military science and head of the military science department for the Dauntless Battalion.

This article features Commonwealth Law School Emeritus Professor John Dernbach discussing the judicial process, particularly in environmental law cases.

Professor Emeritus Harry Augensen authored this article about Meteor Crater, located in the Arizona desert. Augensen shares the crater's history and its connection to the Philadelphia region. 

Commonwealth Law School Assistant Professor F. Lee Francis co-argued in an amicus brief in United States v. Hemani, a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. 

Assistant Professor of History Jordan Smith is the featured guest on this podcast episode exploring the history of rum in the 17th and 18th centuries. Smith covers the production and transport of rum, and how it served as a vital commodity of the time. 

Belle Nicholas, a graduate clinical psychology student and the 2025 Miss New Jersey, is featured here. Nicholas shares about using her platform to inspire others.

This article features advice for college students on taking care of their mental health and wellbeing during the summer months. Associate Vice President Catherine Feminella, associate dean for wellbeing and belonging, gives her tips. 

In this article, Ria Mazumder, associate teaching professor in biomedical engineering, and Meghan Klems, associate teaching professor of chemistry, share upcoming STEM summer camps led by Widener faculty and students for Chester youth. These camps will be held throughout the summer at the Chester Cultural Arts & Technology Center, the Eddystone Lighthouse Academy, and the Chester Charter Scholars Academy.

Widener men's and women's soccer is hosting soccer and swim camps for children in grades K–8. The first session is July 6–10, 2026, and the second is July 13–17, 2026.

Delaware Law School student Bryant Long is taking part in the 2026 summer associate program at Porzio, Bromberg & Newman. 

The Philadelphia Union's youth summer programs kicked off this week in partnership with Widener. 

This article, authored by Associate Professor Babak Eslami, chair of mechanical engineering, offers insight into current developments in additive manufacturing (AM), commonly known as 3D printing. 

This article features expert insight from Professor Amy Franzini. Franzini, who specializes in the intersections between children, parents and media, provides insight following a recent internet controversy involving comments that actress Jenny Mollenmade about her sons. 

Widener is hosting a series of evening tours for prospective graduate students in the areas of human services, health professions, and nursing and allied health. 

Professor of Psychology Ross Steinman provides expert commentary on consumer trends in this article about Amazon's Prime Day sales. 

Widener has selected Crystal Gibson as the Pride's new executive director of athletics beginning July 1.

This episode of "The Handbasket," a podcast hosted by Professor Mariah Schug, chair of gender, women and sexuality studies, and Associate Professor of Human Sexuality Studies Tushabe Tushabe, explores Christian nationalist views with two expert guests. 

Widener, in partnership with Stockton University, was involved in the annual terrapin release project hosted by The Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor, New Jersey. 

Executive Director for University Systems Erica Austin and Campus Safety Lt. Vontel Green are this year's recipients of the William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service. This award annually recognizes two longtime Widener employees who have consistently demonstrated an outstanding level of service.

Two Commonwealth Law School students have joined the summer law clerk cohort at McNees Harrisburg office. Wyatt Beddow has joined the labor and employment practice, and Avery Cloud has joined the general assignments practice.