Michael Dimino, professor at Commonwealth Law School, spoke about a new U.S. Supreme Court ruling on how much power state legislatures have in establishing rules for presidential and congressional elections and setting district maps.
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Students in the Delaware Law School graduating class of 2023 are featured.
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This episode features Fred Akl, now-retired dean of Widener's School of Engineering. Akl led engineering at Widener University for a quarter of a century. Akl and hose, Marcus Bagby, discuss the challenges in academia surrounding STEM, how the creation of Living-Learning Communities on campus increased retention and supported engineering students in areas of life, and how Akl spearheaded ground-breaking engineering programs at Widener, including biomedical engineering and the first robotics engineering major in the region. In addition, Akl reminisces about his work with NASA's Glenn Research Center and the Johnson Space Center and chats about his current fascination with the Civil War.
Assistant Professor of Psychology Maureen Coyle is quoted in this article examining controversy around a recent influencer trip sponsored by fast-fashion brand Shein.
Assistant Professor at Commonwealth Law School Quinn Yeargain gave insight into the political and social landscape after Roe v. Wade was overturned.
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John Culhane, distinguished professor at Delaware Law School, is a featured contributor in this article examining life one year after the overturning of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court. Culhane shares his thoughts on how the response may impact future elections.
Assistant Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences Nicole Rayfield authored this article sharing insight into women balancing work with other responsibilities in their lives. Rayfield shares her research into the challenges that women, in particular, face.
Director of Widener's Small Business Development Center Lenin Agudo served as moderator for a panel discussion of resources for businesses in the area at the Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's annual Closing the Gap Conference.
Delaware Law Distinguished Professor James May is quoted in this article about an ongoing case in Montana brought by youths who are arguing to protect their rights to a healthy, greener future.
John Dernbach, professor of environmental law and sustainability at Commonwealth Law School, is quoted in this article about the success of the Clean Air Act in 1970 and air pollution challenges the United States is facing now.
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Assistant Professor at Commonwealth Law School Quinn Yeargain shares insight into the Oklahoma state constitution after recent confusion about who holds power in an emergency when the governor is unavailable.
Wolfgram Memorial Library is mentioned for its display featuring LGBTQ+ reading selections for Pride Month.
Incoming Dean of the School of Engineering Pamela McCauley is featured in this profile about her life and career.
MSW student Yahaira Turner has been named the 2023 recipient of the Gwendolyn A. Smith Award for Community Service for her work as a behavioral health social worker in the Emergency Department at Crozer-Chester Medical Center. The award recognizes members of Crozer Health who go above and beyond making an impact in their community.
Executive Director of Communications Mary Allen has joined the board of directors of the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Delaware, an organization committed to support, education, and advocacy for people affected by mental illness.
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Hal Shorey, director of Organizational Development Services and the PsyD/MBA dual degree program, published this article that discusses how "protest behaviors" can influence romantic relationships.
Class of 2023 graduate Dal'asha "Shay" Drummond is quoted about her experience at Widener in this article about the UGrad Education Program, a resource for students in the foster care system in Delaware that pairs struggling students with advocates to help them succeed.
Students in the graduating class of 2023 are featured.
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Doctoral candidate Taziah Kenney authored this article on how higher education institutions can help increase feelings of belonging for students.
Incoming Dean of the School of Engineering Pamela McCauley is featured for her podcast, "Stepping Up S.T.E.M."