In the Media

Jeff Lolli, professor of sport & event management and interim dean for undergraduate SBA programs, is featured in this Q&A on rewards systems associated with airline credit cards. 

Fran Chardo, adjunct faculty member at Commonwealth Law School, has announced his candidacy for a seat on the Dauphin County Court of Common Pleas. Chardo currently serves as Dauphin County district attorney.

Members of the Delaware County Council and Delaware County Health Department visited the Widener Child Development Center as part of their Lead-free in 1-2-3 initiative to educate Delaware County residents on the dangers of lead poisoning. Robin Dole, dean of the College of Health and Human Services, is quoted. 
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Widener served as host for Youth Development United's recent Green Jobs Career Day giving local students an opportunity to learn about solar energy. 

Widener law student Juliana Denick has been named Miss Greater Reading by the Miss Berks County Scholarship organization. She will move on to compete in the Miss Pennsylvania competition.

Kevin Frazier, adjunct faculty member at Delaware Law School, authored this article examining the New York AI Consumer Protection Bill. 

Thomas Sweeney, medical director for physician assistant studies, has been nominated by Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer to serve on the Diamond State Hospital Cost Review Board.

Brian Larson, professor of marketing and interim associate dean for graduate SBA programs, is a guest on this episode of The Greg Carrasco Show to discuss features that manufacturers are including in new cars. Larson's segment begins around 1:46:17 and ends at 1:59:47.

Maureen Coyle, assistant professor of psychology, is featured in this article discussing online scams involving the name and likeness of celebrities. Coyle says that parasocial relationships that individuals can feel for their favorite celebrities can play a part in the success of these scams.

This article, which originally appeared in Fortune, features comments from Delaware Law School Professor Emeritus Lawrence Hamermesh on a growing number of businesses who are considering reincorporating outside of Delaware.

Professor Brian Larson shares how Super Bowl halftime shows have changed in recent years as politics and entertainment become more connected. 

The Philadelphia Union has announced the promotional schedule and title partner nights for the 2025 MLS season. Widener is the presenting partner for the Union's match on Sept. 20. 

Wes Leckrone, professor and chair of political science, is featured in this segment discussing Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's state budget address.  

Widener recently shared outcomes from the 2024 undergraduate class via the National Association of Colleges and Employers. Janet Long, executive director of Widener's Career Design and Development office, and communications studies alumnus Anthony Pompilii '24 are quoted. 

This article highlights a collection of legal history memorabilia curated by Amanda Sholtis, assistant professor at Commonwealth Law School. 

Widener is mentioned as one of many venues to have hosted the Philadelphia Eagles training camp over the team's history. 

Erin Daly, emerita professor and director of the Dignity Rights Institute at Delaware Law School, discusses dignity law and the work of the Dignity Rights Institute. The conversation with Daly begins at the 4:30 mark. 

This article highlights Commonwealth Law School's Trial Admissions Program which offers a pathway to law school for students who are challenged by traditional admission procedures. Dean andré douglas pond cummings; Matthew Kerns, associate dean of admissions; Professor Randy Lee; and students Nia Ramsammy, Keith Gregory, and Sierra Williams, are all featured discussing the program's benefits. 

Harry Augensen, emeritus professor of physics and astronomy, authored this article sharing visible planets, constellations, and more for the month of February. 

In this episode, hosts Mariah Schug, associate professor and chair of gender women's, and sexuality studies, and Carla Barqueiro, assistant professor of political science and international relations, speak with Professor Jeff Lolli about how the Trump Administration's appointment of accused sexual harassers could impact workplaces. The trio also discuss options for those experiencing harassment or hostile workplaces.