Delaware Law School Dean Rodney Smolla and Professor Alan Garfield are listed as First Amendment scholars who filed a friend-of-the-court brief citing concerns about the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s gag order policy, in response to gag orders against Elon Musk, Mark Cubin and others.
Listen to the 2022 Warren M. Anderson Legislative Seminar Series hosted by the Government Law Center at Albany Law School which featured John C. Dernbach, commonwealth professor of environmental law and sustainability and director of the Environmental Law and Sustainability Center at Commonwealth Law School, as a panelist. Panelists discuss a recent New York state constitutional amendment.
Stuart Eimer, associate professor and co-chair of the Department of Sociology, co-authors this article that examines a case study to show how unions can succeed even in the private sector, which is historically different to organize.
The Interfraternity Council hosted the annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event to raise awareness of domestic violence and sexual assault. This video story interviews undergraduate students Jacob Dingman, Donovan Powers, Ryan Schreiber, and Natalie Gallagher.
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Stuart Eimer, associate professor and co-chair of the Department of Sociology, co-authors this article that examines a case study to show how unions can succeed even in the private sector, which is historically different to organize.
One year after Derek Chauvin's conviction for killing George Floyd, Richard Cooper, director of the BSW program and co-coordinator of the African American studies program, reflects on a lack of substantial change that has taken place.
Sanjay Nath, professor of clinical psychology, provides expert commentary in this article that examines the rise of technology companies designed to provide resources for student mental health.
Ciana Bowers, a communications major and editor-in-chief of Widener Ink, writes about a community program that she developed with support from a Schmutz Student Engagement Mini Grant to bring artistic spirit to Chester.
Iain Moyer, director of athletic bands and music programs recruiter, is a guest on the podcast discussing his writing, arranging, teaching and roles with Widener and the Boston Crusaders.
John Dernbach, professor of environmental law and sustainability and director of the Environmental Law and Sustainability Center at Widener Law Commonwealth, will be a panelist in the Warren M. Anderson Legislative Seminar Series hosted by the Government Law Center at Albany Law School. The series will focus on the recently added New York State Constitutional Amendment that guarantees residents a right to clean air and water, and a healthful environment.
Angie Corbo, associate professor and chair of communication studies, contributes to this article that aims to understand the term gaslighting, a form of manipulation that often occurs in abusive relationships. Corbo offers a thorough definition of the term and shares ways to identify and stop it from happening.
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Anthony Wheeler, dean of the School of Business Administration, is a guest on the podcast explaining the downsides of very low unemployment numbers and how the U.S. is positioned to handle employment and automation in the years to come.
Harry Augensen, emeritus professor of astronomy and director of the Widener Observatory, is quoted in this article that details this weekend's full moon and upcoming celestial sights that will be visible in the months to come.
Nursing students participated in a disaster simulation event on campus to practice emergency preparedness and response. Danielle Kobner, a facilitator for nursing's Center for Simulation, spoke on-air about the purpose and importance of the large-scale exercise.
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This article announces that Rodney A Smolla will be the next president of Vermont Law School beginning on July 1. Smolla has served as dean and professor of law at Delaware Law School since 2015.
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Widener Law School graduate Kathleen Robinson is an assistant prosecutor in Atlantic County leading efforts in the county's Crash Investigations Unit to reduce impaired or distracted driving and bring justice to victims involved in related accidents.
This article highlights Widener's PRIDE Scholars Accelerated College Program which aims to help transition high school students to higher education, ease the financial burden of attendance, help with retention, attract a more diverse student body and support students both socially and academically. Provost Andrew Workman is quoted on the program's mission and progress.
Stephanie G. Wendling, an instructor in the School of Business Administration, provides insight into the importance of life insurance when it comes to estate planning
Stuart Eimer, associate professor and co-chair of the sociology department, is quoted on the pros and cons of working from home in this article that looks at new working situations for employees in Texas.
The Wolf Administration announces $2.3 million of investments in student research projects across 17 Pennsylvania colleges and universities, including Widener, to advance manufacturing innovation.