In the Media

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.

See also: The Chester Spirit

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.

Widener and the Philadelphia Union hosted a series of field trips at Subaru Park for area high school students to expose them to opportunities that come with careers in sports. Widener faculty and Union staff took students through different areas of the park and Union corporate offices and offered advice about academic paths and networking. Jennifer Reinwald, assistant professor of communications, is quoted about Widener's partnership with the Union and this event.

Commonwealth Professor of Law Michael Dimino will speak at the upcoming 2023 National Lawyers Convention hosted by The Federalist Society.

Rosara Torrisi '13 '17 is featured for having joined Widener as an assistant professor in the Center for Human Sexuality Studies.

Head football coach Mike Barainyak is featured on this episode of The Colin Thompson Show podcast. In an interview recorded over the summer, the pair discuss life over the offseason, the 2023 season for the Pride, and some of the team's strategy when going into a game.

Captains of the Widener men's soccer team Sean Fatiga, Angelo Pelosi, and Kevin Witkoski authored this article about the team's summer partnership with Chester Upland Youth Soccer to host a youth soccer clinic. They emphasize the importance of being involved in the community as student leaders.

Widener University and the Philadelphia Union have partnered up for a series of work-in-sports field trips for area high schools students. Happening this week, Widener faculty and Union staff take students from Strath Haven High School, Marple Newtown High School, Berks Catholic High School, and Neumann Goretti High School on a tour through Subaru Park to talk about the different options in sports careers.

It is the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop, and Greg Potter interviews Delaware Law School Dean Todd Clark about his expertise with Hip Hop culture and law. Clark defines Hip Hop as a function of black culture, and they discuss how Clark's Hip Hop law class establishes belonging and provides a sense of comfort and of having a place. Clark notes that Hip Hop artists like André 3000, Jay-Z, and Dr. Dre are primarily story tellers, and Hip Hop brings people together and creates understanding. They talk about critical race theory, overt racism, and the evolution of Hip Hop over the years. Clark tells Potter about his history and joint Hip Hop projects with mentor André Douglas Pond Cummings. In addition, Clark reveals that bar passage success is his number one priority at the Delaware Law School, and he notes that it is tied to fostering relationships, accountability, and building a culture of success. 

Widener University is the featured institution for the month of October by Alpha Upsilon Alpha, the honor society for the International Literacy Association. Dana Reisboard, associate professor of education, and Katia Ciampa, associate professor of education, organized a virtual event in which they inducted six Widener students into the organization: Timothy Crowley, Nina Derhagopian, Patrice Hammond, Meagan Hensley, Kristen Peters, and Andrea Rutledge.

Director of the Online MSW Program Carly King co-authored this article sharing advice for students beginning an online MSW degree. King and her co-authors look at what technology students absolutely need and what may not be worth the money.

Jill Alspach '14, alumna and adjunct professor in the School of Business Administration, has been named to the Philadelphia Business Journal's 2023 Women of Influence list. Alspach is featured in this profile for her work as a managing partner at Spock Logistics.