Delaware Law School Emeritus Professor Lawrence Hamermesh served as a panelist at the Delaware Governance Institute hosted by the University of Delaware and the American Bar Association. Hamermesh spoke on a panel which focused on the nuances of MFW and the case of Kahn v. M&F Worldwide Corp.
Biomedical engineering student Katie Liberton '24 was part of Widener's 2023 Homecoming Court.
Richard Cooper, director of the BSW program and co-coordinator of African American Studies, is quoted in this article discussing controversy over country artist Luke Combs' cover of "Fast Car," originally performed by Tracy Chapman. Cooper shares that this new exposure reignited an appreciation for Chapman, but emphasized it's still important to discuss topics such as race in this circumstance.
Dean of the School of Business Administration Tony Wheeler is quoted in this article as federal firefighters raise concerns about the potential for an upcoming government shutdown. Wheeler says that even the possibility of a shutdown can have the same psychological impact on effected workers as an actual shutdown would.
Professor of Psychology Ross Steinman is featured discussing the history of Black Friday shopping. Steinman shares that shopping sales even before Black Friday can help shoppers to avoid "lump spending" closer to the holidays.
Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy Harry Augensen shares what November will offer stargazers including planets, constellations, and a meteor shower.
Claudia Trupp, executive director of Innocence Project Delaware, will speak at the upcoming town hall meeting of the Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice. Innocence Project Delaware is housed at Delaware Law School and provides opportunities for law students to work with the nonprofit in its mission to help people who have been wrongfully convicted.
Widener Commonwealth Law School will hold a Veteran's Day ceremony featuring a keynote address from the Honorable Patrick Murphy with a panel discussion to follow.
John Dernbach, emeritus professor at Commonwealth Law School, is featured in this article examining recent movement in the courts surrounding the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. Dernbach has filed a brief in support of the initiative.
Widener's high school student shadowing program in the School of Engineering and the School of Nursing are featured. Nursing students Gyanna Carrasquilo, Marlaina Pappero, and engineering student Emma Castellano are quoted about their experience with the shadowing program.
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The U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women has awarded Widener University more than $399,000 through a grant program aimed at reducing sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking on college campuses. It will fund continuing efforts in developing and strengthening security and investigation strategies, as well as prevention education and awareness programming.
Widener University students volunteer as coach-mentors with Chester Upland Youth Soccer's Soccer for Success program. Students at Stetser Elementary School recently shared how much the program means to them at an after school ceremony.
Widener University is partnered with Delaware County Libraries and America250PADelco to promote a community read as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary.
Widener's annual Strut Your Mutt Halloween costume contest is featured.
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John Dernbach, emeritus professor at Commonwealth Law School, is quoted speaking about the official launch of the Pennsylvania Bipartisan Climate Initiative as a nonprofit organization. Dernbach is serving on the organization's advisory board.
Associate Athletic Director Larissa Gillespie is mentioned in this article about colleges that encourage student athletes to practice yoga. Widener provides student athletes with weekly yoga classes where they learn breathing exercises to help them manage stress.
Chair of Political Science Wes Leckrone is quoted in this article about upcoming elections, including the 2024 Pennsylvania senate election and current race for Pennsylvania State Supreme Court. Leckrone shares that hot topic issues such as abortion are not only influencing current elections, but will likely impact elections in the next year.
Jennifer Reinwald, assistant professor of communications, and Maureen Coyle, assistant professor of psychology, are both quoted in this article about the mental and physical health impacts of photo and video filters on social media.
Widener Day open house events are featured. Happening October 29 and November 11, Widener Day is a chance for students to visit campus, engage with faculty and current students, sample food provided by Widener Dining, and more to discover if Widener is the right fit for them.
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Dean of the School of Engineering Pamela McCauley discusses her experience searching for a new position. McCauley also shares tips for others who may be looking for new roles, emphasizing the importance of staying up to date on industry news and being an active member of the community.