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How Beyoncé Reclaimed Country Music's Black Roots

Richard Cooper, director of the BSW program and co-coordinator of African American Studies, is quoted in this article discussing Beyoncé's new music dominating the country music charts. Cooper discusses how race can present hurdles for musicians looking to expand their genres.

Drilled

Why Is the Biden DOJ Blocking a Landmark Youth Climate Suit?

Delaware Law Distinguished Professor James May is quoted discussing Juliana v. United States, a case brought by youth plaintiffs against the United States involving climate and environmental concerns. May shares that the government continues to try and silence the youth plaintiffs, a strategy he considers a missed opportunity for the Biden administration.

Delaware County Daily Times

Delaware County hosts first Black History Month celebration

Marina Barnett, associate professor and interim assistant provost for civic engagement, was recognized for her dedication to the community at Delaware County's first-ever Black History Month celebration.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Widener’s basketball team is gearing up for another tournament run. The key? Graduate programs.

Men's and Women's basketball are featured as they both enter the next round of the MAC playoffs. Men's Head Coach Chris Carideo is quoted discussing the team's success so far. Both teams will play the next round on Saturday 2/24.The Women's team will play at Messiah, while the Men's team will play at Widener's Chester campus against Eastern.

Far & Widener

Far & Widener Podcast, Episode 14: Top Philadelphia Leader Marcia O'Connor Discusses her Path to Success, Running and Award-Winning HR Company, and Career Advice

Marcus Bagby interviews Marcia Zaruba O’Connor '90, president and CEO of The O’Connor Group, a leading outsourced human resources and talent acquisition company based in King of Prussia, Pa. O’Connor has won several leadership awards, including Most Admired CEO and Philadelphia Titan 100, and her company is recognized as one of Philadelphia Business Journal's Best Places to Work. O’Connor is an active alumna, serving on the Accounting and Information Management Advisory Board. She runs Shadow Her, a mentoring and coaching course for women entrepreneurs, and produces the popular Top Three podcast. O’Connor discusses her journey to success and the challenges she faced, the importance of mentorship, and how HR has evolved over the years and current trends. She also gives career advice for those starting out or starting over.

Scripps News

Scripps News

Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Kalfani Turè shares insight in this segment following recent study results that indicate homicide cases with Black victims are less likely to be solved. 

The Chester Spirit

Management 100 offers hands-on work

School of Business Administration students Kaylyn McClatcher '27 and Megan Bryk '27 share about their experience with service learning while taking management 100 during the fall 2023 semester.

WalletHub

Cheapest Car Insurance in Pennsylvania

Assistant Professor in the School of Business Administration Tongyang Yang is featured in this Q&A about choosing the right car insurance.