Widener University and the August Wilhelm Scheer Institute for Digital Technology in Germany hosted the first Scheer-Widener Innovation Sprint. Tony Wheeler, dean of the School of Business Administration, graduate nursing student Kadyija Lawrence ’16, ‘24, and management major Nick Aristone ’26 are quoted about their experience.
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Delaware Law alumnae Magisterial Judge Deborah Lukens '91 and her daughter, Magisterial Judge Jodi Griffis '05, were featured on the Today show in celebration of Lukens' retirement after 30 years on the bench. Lukens' inspiring story of working her way through law school as a single mom is recognized with an announcement by Todd Clark, dean of Delaware Law, of the Deborah Lukens Scholarship for an incoming Delaware Law School student.
Widener's Mens' Baseball team has been recognized as 2023 Volunteers of the Year by ALS United Mid-Atlantic.
John Culhane, distinguished professor of law at Delaware Law School, is quoted in this article following news that the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case involving mifepristone, a widely-used abortion pill.
Widener and the Philadelphia Union hosted a series of field trips for area high school students to learn about career opportunities in professional sports. Led by Widener faculty and Union staff, students toured Subaru Park and Union Power Plant to see day-to-day operations.
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Men's basketball Head Coach Chris Carideo was a featured guest on the latest episode of Hoopsville. Carideo discusses the Pride's success this season with other industry professionals. He enters the conversation around the 28:45 mark.
Widener honored former president Julie Wollman with a dedication ceremony for the Wollman Building on the Chester campus. Wollman, Paul Beideman ’79, chair of the Board of Trustees, and President Stacey Robertson are quoted.
Dean of the School of Engineering Pamela McCauley is featured on the cover of the December 2023 issue of MagnateView. McCauley is highlighted as a trailblazer in the field of engineering and a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
McCauley's feature begins on page 8, or is available on its own at this link.
Work by Sarah Everhart, assistant professor and director of the Environmental Law and Sustainability Center at Commonwealth Law School, is referenced in this article examining various legal cases happening now involving climate change.
Anthony Pluretti, executive director of Campus Safety, was interviewed discussing how universities and law enforcement agencies nationwide are evolving their response to active shooter situations as technology advances. He enters the conversation around the 1:30 mark.
Quinn Yeargain, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School, is quoted in this article that examines the ongoing debate in Florida regarding the state's ability to prosecute voter fraud cases.
Alan Garfield, a distinguished professor at Delaware Law School, provides constitutional law expertise around Newark, Delaware's deliberations on adding a menorah to its annual Winterfest celebration.
LaShanda Patton, director of civic engagement, has joined the board of directors at Youth Development United, an organization that provides children from under-served communities with opportunities for extracurricular activities.
Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy Harry Augensen authored this roundup of celestial events for the upcoming month.
Widener's physical and occupational therapy programs are mentioned for their support of the Youth Development United's bike initiative. Occupational therapy graduate students Casey Orange, Elizabeth Ohaegbu and Chelsey Szuttor helped raffle off bikes to children at Chester Upland School District’s Stetser Elementary School while Adrienne Pinckney, director of physical therapy, and Kimberly Rae, administrative support specialist, coordinated a donation drive to collect helmets for the young riders.
Delaware Law student Trenae L. Watson '25 has been inducted into Marquis Who's Who for her work as as owner and chief executive officer of TLW Consulting, LLC.
Professor of Sport and Event Management Jeff Lolli gives expert commentary in this article analyzing what employees really feel about holiday parties at work. Lolli shares that these gatherings can be a great way for employees to connect.
Widener's Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology was represented at the Delaware Psychological Association's annual convention.
Director of the Center for Human Sexuality Studies Pamela Lannutti is quoted on the importance of having conversations about exclusivity early on in a relationship.
Ross Steinman, professor of psychology, is quoted in this article about Cyber Monday. Steinman shares tactics websites use to add gamification and pressure that push consumers toward sales.