Widener Inaugurates Stacey Robertson, Ushering in the University’s Next Chapter
Widener installed Stacey Robertson as its 11th president in a historic ceremony.
Widener installed Stacey Robertson as its 11th president in a historic ceremony.
A new, public-facing mural on campus is designed to further bridge the Widener and greater Chester communities together.
Widener has seen a significant increase in international applicants and has welcomed students from across the globe, including countries never represented on campus before.
In recent years, female students, especially those of diverse backgrounds, have emerged in key leaderships roles on campus, including the current all-female Student Government Association executive board.
Two new grant opportunities demonstrate how Widener’s partnerships with high-profile Philadelphia-area employers benefit students in pursuit of their degrees.
From Living Learning Communities to Gender Inclusive Housing, Widener has intentionally built communities that bring together students of similar backgrounds, interests, and academic pursuits to further support and promote camaraderie on campus.
International student-athletes have found a second home playing for the Pride. Embraced by the campus, these students bring new perspectives, both on the field and off.
Widener University’s leadership in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion has attracted the attention of a prominent national higher education publication.
Recently secured funding is positioning Widener’s Integrated Professional Studies Program to continue helping students with intellectual disabilities as they build the self-advocacy, independence, and confidence to succeed in rewarding careers.
A small but mighty team of nursing students, professors, and mentors are celebrating a big win for the new Project PRIDE, a program designed to increase diversity within the School of Nursing and the field overall.