In the Media

On this episode, Belle Nicholas, Miss New Jersey 2025 and founder of the Shout Out Struggle initiative shares her personal story about mental wellness and the impact it had on her journey. Her initiative creates open dialogue about mental health through school presentations, community engagement, and legislative work. As Miss New Jersey 2025, she has taken the opportunity to champion mental wellness on a larger platform, becoming an inspiring voice working to break down the stigma around mental health. Belle received her bachelor’s degree in musical theater from James Madison University. And fueled by her own experiences with mental wellness and a desire to help others, Belle is now a graduate clinical psychology student working on her PsyD at Widener University.

Delaware Law School Assistant Professor Elizabeth Beavers offers expert commentary in this article about new counternarcotics efforts by the Trump administration. 

Professor Beth Latshaw, co-chair of sociology, is featured in this Q&A focusing on topics that women may want to consider when choosing where to live. 

UMH Properties, Inc., a public equity real estate investment trust in Freehold, announced that its board of directors has appointed Todd Clark, dean of Delaware Law School, to join as a director.

Emily Roberts, a Wilkes University student and a current first-year student at Commonwealth Law School, participated in annual meetings of the American Sociological Association and the Society for the Study of Social Problems in Chicago. 

Widener is a participating university in America250PA's Semiquincentennial Scholarship Program to Pennsylvania.

Widener has received a transformational gift from alumnus Jack Dwyer '78 and his wife, Nancy Dwyer, to support the School of Nursing which will become the Jack and Nancy Dwyer School of Nursing. This is the largest gift received in university history. 
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Heather Meier, vice president of administration and finance and chief financial officer, authored this article sharing Widener's economic impact on Chester and the state of Pennsylvania. Meier also touches on the university's strong student enrollment, ways students contribute to the community through service, and the positive relationship between Widener and the city.

Jeff Lolli, professor of sport & event management and interim dean for undergraduate SBA programs, offers expert insight in this Q&A about credit card travel rewards.

Associate Professor of History Jordan Smith authored this article discussing his work on the history of rum ahead of his forthcoming book, "The Invention of Rum: Creating the Quintessential Atlantic Commodity." Smith touches on pirates and their historical and pop culture connections to rum as well as his regular first year seminar course on Atlantic piracy. This article features original artwork from Widener students Samuel Flood and Tori Socha.

Emeritus Professor Harry Augensen authored this article about the planet Neptune, covering its discovery through more recent scientific breakthroughs.

Widener is mentioned in this article looking at trends in how first year college students are choosing their majors. 

Assistant Professor of Political Science Jeremy Backstrom is featured commenting on the growth of political violence following the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. 

Widener is named on this list of best acute care nurse practitioner programs for Pennsylvania students.

Former head football coach Bill Manlove is featured for his many years of success in college football coaching. Manlove is the winningest coach in Widener history, and was honored at the 2024 Homecoming festivities.

Widener is mentioned in HBO's original mini-series "Task." The show, which takes place in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, follows a fictional FBI agent played by Mark Ruffalo. In one episode, the agent is participating in a job fair where a fictional Widener graduate approaches his table. 

Professor Wes Leckrone, chair of political science, is quoted in this article discussing Pennsylvania voter tendencies.

Assistant Women's Lacrosse Coach Josey Shaffer has been selected as one of 30 coaches nationwide to participate in the IWLCA's Aspire Assistant Coach Program. This program provides professional development opportunities and continuing education for assistant coaches. 

Delaware Law School Emeritus Professor Lawrence Hamermesh provides insight into jury trials for business litigations. 

Pride football player Dalton Wickel '28 is featured in this article about his career as a student athlete in high school and now at Widener.