In the Media

Professor Shana Maier was quoted on the potential impact of Depp v. Heard on the #MeToo movement.

Delaware Law School was mentioned in an article about re-entry into the work force for those who have served time in prison. The campus hosted a simulation exercise organized by Project New Start, which helps people transition out of state and federal incarceration.

Research by Judith Ritter, distinguished professor at Widener Delaware Law School, was referenced in an article about a Supreme Court decision announced this week that affects the right of state prison inmates to present new evidence in support of an appeal that has reached federal court.

Iqbal Mansur, professor emeritus, was featured in a Q&A about starter credit cards.

John Culhane, professor and H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law at Delaware Law School, spoke about the impact that social media has on high-profile trials in light of Depp v. Heard

John Culhane, professor and H. Albert Young Fellow in Constitutional Law at Delaware Law School, spoke with Insider to discuss the impact of celebrity defamation cases in the midst of Depp v. Heard and Blac Chyna v. Kardashian. 

See also: Yahoo! News

Ijjae Hill '23 was quoted by WHYY discussing health inequalities in historically underserved communities. Hill joined other local residents in the Freedom to Equity Walk-A-Thon hosted by the Black Doctors Consortium

Wes Leckrone, professor of political science, spoke about the PA Primary election and factors that may have influenced voters' choices.

Assistant professor Claudia Guerrazzi Young was a featured expert to discuss choosing the best Medicare Advantage Plan in Pennsylvania.

Ryan Raiker '17, adjunct professor in the School of Business Administration, was interviewed as part of a series about effectively using digital marketing to drive sales in an industry.

Wes Leckrone, professor of political science, spoke about the PA Primary election.

See also: Diverse Issues in Higher Education, The Meadville Tribune

The first group of Widener Partnership Charter School alumni to graduate from Widener University after benefitting from a generous university scholarship program were featured.

Pam Lannutti, director of Widener's Center for Human Sexuality Studies, was quoted on the mental health benefits of celebrating pride month for members of the LGBTQ+ community.  

Juliet M. Moringiello, associate dean of academic affairs at Commonwealth Law School, was mentioned for her upcoming participation in Brooklyn Law School's annual symposium. 

Widener University's drive through and traditional commencement ceremonies, as well as the presentation of an honorary degree to President Julie E. Wollman, were featured.

Assistant Professor Afrouz Jahromi will join Equitable Growth as a scholar for 12 weeks. Her research will focus on U.S. women's income. 

The family of Sean Hughes was presented with a posthumous Doctor of Education at Widener's commencement ceremony at The Mann Center for Performing Arts on May 14, 2022. 

See also: Delco Times

Jada Cottman '22 was featured for being part of the first class promoted out of the Widener Partnership Charter School, a K-8 school that started in 2006, who has gone on to graduate from the university.  

Widener University's commencement ceremony at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts, and presentation of a posthumous degree to Sean Hughes, was featured. 

See also: 6ABC, FOX29 

Marcus Rundatz, a senior in the Technical College High School (TCHS) Pennock’s Bridge campus, has accepted a $100,000 scholarship to attend Widener University.