In the Media

President Stacey Robertson and Vice President for Enrollment Joseph Howard co-authored this OPED article addressing Widener's response to technical issues with the new FAFSA rollout. The university recently announced it has suspended the May 1 'Decision Day' deadline in order to give students ample time to make their important college decisions. Robertson and Howard encourage other colleges to join Widener in suspending the May 1 deadline.

Widener will host a number of events on the Chester campus for prospective students -- an open house on March 2, and Admitted Students Days on March 23 and April 14.
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Jim Vike, associate dean of social science and professor of political science, gives expert commentary on possible outcomes in the event that Donald Trump wins the popular vote. Vike shares that winning the popular vote can indicate the public's desire to support the winner's policies.

Professor of Biology David Coughlin is featured in this article examining why fish swim in schools. Coughlin notes that it is important to understand fish behaviors especially in the face of climate change.

Widener University, in partnership with NBC10, has announced the winners of the 13th annual High School Leadership Awards. This article quotes President Stacey Robertson who celebrates the 137 area high school students for their exceptional contributions to their academics and their communities.
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Anne Krouse, dean of the School of Nursing, is quoted in this article discussing improved NCLEX scores for nursing programs in the Philadelphia area. 

Wes Leckrone, professor and chair of political science, was a featured expert discussing new budget announcements for Pennsylvania from Gov. Josh Shapiro. Topics in the new budget include mass transit, public education, higher education, and more that impact Pennsylvanians day to day.

Vice President for Enrollment Joseph Howard is quoted in this article discussing complications with the FAFSA rollout for fall 2024 students. Widener recently announced the university will suspend the May 1 'Decision Day' deadline so students can have ample time to review their financial aid packages.

Loyd Bastin, associate dean of sciences and professor of chemistry, will give a lecture on Green Chemistry at the Delaware County Institute of Science on March 11.

Widener University provided the location as well as a free dinner in the Pride Café for Chester youth who participated in martial arts classes coordinated by Youth Development United.

Mike Schaninger, adjunct faculty member in the School of Business Administration, has been named small business unit team lead and account manager at Arthur Hall Insurance.

Delaware Law School Emeritus Professor Lawrence Hamermesh gives insight in this article covering Elon Musk's desire to move his business' legal operations out of the state of Delaware. Hamermesh weighs in on some other states Musk could turn to.

Richard Cooper, co-coordinator of African American Studies and director of the BSW program, is quoted in this article discussing a recent Grammy performance of 'Fast Car' by country music star Luke Combs featuring the song's original singer, Tracy Chapman. Combs' covering of this song stirred controversy in recent months.

Widener University has announced that it is suspending the May 1 'Decision Day' deadline for incoming fall 2024 students due to delays with the FAFSA application. President Stacey Robertson and Vice President for Enrollment Joseph Howard share that Widener is committed to making sure students have ample time to make their college decisions.
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Ross Steinman, professor of psychology, is quoted discussing grocery prices and how they impact consumer behavior.
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A post on X made by Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is referenced in this article about a recent ruling from the Oregon Supreme Court.

Delaware Law Distinguished Professor James May has been named to Law Dragon's 2024 list of Leaders in Environmental Law. May is founder of Delaware Law's Global Environmental Rights Institute.

Emeritus Professor Harry Augensen shares upcoming planetary events for the month of February.

Assistant Professor at Delaware Law School Diego Alcalá Laboy is quoted in this article sharing the story of a family separated by distance when their son is incarcerated out of state. Alcalá shares that the cost of a lawyer can be prohibitive for some in the United States.

Wes Leckrone, professor and chair of political science, is quoted discussing the current standoff between President Biden and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott over migration and border security in the state.