As the newest major in the School of Engineering, Widener’s construction management program lays the groundwork for student success with mentorships, site visits and a close-knit community that builds career paths and lifelong networks.
For the third year in a row, Widener and the Philadelphia Union teamed up to give area high school students a look at the many career options for working in professional sports.
Jack ’78 and Nancy Dwyer’s gift -- the biggest in Widener’s history -- will rename the nursing program and advance its mission of graduating nurse leaders.
Widener Pride was on full display at the Philadelphia Union for the annual title match. See the highlights from the game.
During the 2025 Homecoming festivities, Widener honored Vice President of Inclusion and Belonging Micki Davis with the renaming of the multicultural student lounge in the University Center to the Michelle M. Davis Belonging Lounge. Fred McCall, vice president of Student Engagement and Transformation, President Stacey Robertson, and alumna Eba Finger-Stentzel '18 were present for the celebrations and are quoted about Davis' impact on the Widener community.
The Jack & Nancy Dwyer School of Nursing is one of only 16 schools nationwide to be named a best school for men in nursing by the American Association for Men in Nursing (AAMN). This is the first time that Widener has received this designation. Associate Professor Normajean Colby accepted the award at the AAMN's annual conference, and is quoted in this article about the significance of this recognition.
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Regina Rothe, director of Social Work Community Services, authored this article as the program celebrates 25 years of service and education.
Erika Dawkins specializes in community psychology, trauma, gun violence, microaggressions, and relationships. Her expertise includes couples therapy, body image, self-esteem, self-worth, and strategies for organization and productivity.
Ross Steinman specializes in industrial/organizational psychology, consumer behavior, and decision-making. He researches brand transgressions, implicit attitudes, cross-cultural differences, and automatic consumer choices.
Daniel Roozbahani is an expert in AI, robotics, and VR/AR simulations. He specializes in real-time process monitoring, human-machine interactions, 3D printing, and laser-based technologies, and also focuses on automated manufacturing and custom robot development.
Jeff Lolli is an expert in tourism and hospitality management, including food and beverage, lodging, casinos, events, and sports services. He specializes in service quality, customer satisfaction, experience management, and human resources, and is also knowledgeable in food and alcohol safety, sense of place in tourism, and service environments.
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