In this article, Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, discusses recent legislation passed in Ohio that opens the door for elected officials to be stripped of their power. Concerns have been raised that this violates the state's constitution.
Head Football Coach Mike Barainyak is a guest on this episode of DingoTalk discussing achievements of the team both athletically and academically.
In 2023, Widener University welcomed its largest and most diverse incoming undergraduate class in its history. Greg Potter interviews Widener’s Vice President of Enrollment Joseph Howard on the efforts, strategy, and drivers that led to Widener’s recruitment success. They also discuss trends in university admissions, student loans and financial aid, the value and cost of higher education—including the human capital argument, and the importance and benefits of diversity and inclusion. They address the need to tackle issues relating to the sticker price of higher education, financial aid, and student loans at a national level.
Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is featured in this article examining two federal legal cases involving transgender people and access to gender-affirming healthcare. Yeargain offers insight into some courses the court may take to reach a decision.
Delaware Law School Distinguished Professor John Culhane was featured on a recent episode of Re-Vision podcast discussing First Amendment constitutional issues. Culhane enters the podcast at the 1:15 mark.
Dean of Delaware Law School Todd Clark was featured as a speaker and panelist at an event discussing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the executive branch of the United States government. Clark shares his experience working to diversify the student population at DLS and other popular topics surrounding DEI today.
John Dernbach, emeritus professor at Commonwealth Law School, is a featured guest on this segment of Planet Philadelphia, a radio show with an emphasis on environmental topics. Dernbach shares his thoughts on a recent breakthrough ruling in Montana, in which youth climate activists sued the state and won on the premise of their constitutional right to a clean and healthy environment.
Delaware Law School Distinguished Professor John Culhane is a featured guest on Re-vision podcast hosted by PA Humanities. This episode examines the first amendment, and Culhane offers insight into the many facets of the first amendment and what rights fall under it using current examples such as book banning.
Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is a featured guest on The Economist's The Intelligence podcast. Yeargain shares insight into a recent ruling in favor of youth climate activists who sued the state of Montana for their constitutional right to a clean environment. The segment begins at 13:11, Yeargain's commentary begins at 19:50.
The U.S. Department of State, in collaboration with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and World Learning, has awarded grants to 44 U.S. colleges and universities to expand and diversify study abroad programs aligned with U.S. foreign policy goals, fostering diversity and international partnerships.
Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is featured on this episode of Ipse Dixit, a podcast on legal scholarship. Quinn discusses their article "Litigating Trans Rights in the States" which will be published in an upcoming edition of the Ohio State Law Journal.
Marina Barnett, associate professor of social work and interim assistant provost for civic engagement, is mentioned for her participation in a recent Chester community lunchbox giveaway hosted by Team S.T.R.I.V.E.
Widener University has been named a 2023 "Great College to Work For" in four categories: confidence in senior leadership; diversity, inclusion & belonging; faculty experience; and shared governance. Widener is one of only seven schools in Pennsylvania to be recognized and one of nine in the nation to be recognized in four categories.
See also: Vista Today, Delaware County Daily Times
Dean of Delaware Law School Todd Clark is featured for his expertise in hip-hop law as the music industry celebrates the 50th anniversary of the genre. Clark shares how he blended his interests in hip-hop and law throughout his career, his thoughts on the current state of the hip-hop industry, and more.
Advancement Coordinator Albert Kuo co-authored this piece sharing results of a study he completed about college students' perception on using ChatGPT and other AI services in academic work.
Carly King, director of the online MSW program, shared insight in this article about back-to-school shopping costs for students at different levels.
Delaware Law Distinguished Professor James May and Professor Erin Daly will serve on a panel discussion at the upcoming Human Rights and Rule of Law Summit hosted by the American Bar Association. They will share their expertise as part of a group focused on securing human dignity.
John Dernbach, emeritus professor at Commonwealth Law School, co-authored this article examining the United States' progress in meeting the sustainable development goals set by the United Nations.
Graduate student and quarterback for The Pride Chase Diehl has been named "Offensive Player of the Week" by Football Stories.
Vice President of Enrollment Joe Howard is featured in this article sharing his advice for presenting to high-level audiences in an efficient and effective way. Howard's tips came from a recent webinar he presented on the topic, available here.