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Commencement 2026 Celebrates Success and Possibility
Widener graduates crossed the stage with pride and turned their tassels at the university’s 2026 commencement festivities.
Feature Story
‘The Sky is Not The Limit’: Continuing Studies Student Soars at Commencement
When Delorean Andrews enrolled at Widener in 2015, he had no idea that his degree would be over 10 years in the making. Andrews crossed the stage at the May 2026 commencement festivities earning his bachelor’s degree magna cum laude in organizational development and leadership
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Amanda Rappa: A Widener Story Defined by Heart, Hustle, and Human Connection
President’s Award winner Amanda Rappa transformed her Widener experience into meaningful campus impact through leadership, connection and broad involvement across academics and activities.
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Widener Commissioning Cadets Among Nation’s Best
Liam Reilly and Bradyn Erb are among six graduating cadets in Dauntless Battalion to earn the distinguished military graduate designation honoring the top 20 percent of senior cadets in the country.
In the Media
Widener celebrates two employees with esteemed distinguished service award
Widener President Stacey Robertson recently presented the annual William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service to Executive Director for University Systems Erica Austin and Campus Safety Lt. Vontel Green. Each year, this award recognizes two longtime employees for their hard work and dedication to the Widener community.
Student athletes teaching younger kids helped Widener students connect
Pride men's soccer players Aiden Martinelli ’28 and Jackson Birster ‘28 authored this article reflecting on their participation in an annual youth soccer clinic hosted by men's and women's soccer. Martinelli and Birster share their gratitude for opportunities to work with community youth and for being able to expose them to the sport they love.
Listings in College / University
Widener received bronze in the Philadelphia Inquirer's 2026 Favorites contest in the college / university category.
Media Experts
Erika M. Dawkins
Assistant Professor, Clinical PsychologyErika 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 B. Steinman
Professor, PsychologyRoss 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
Assistant Professor, Robotics EngineeringDaniel 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.
Jeffrey C. Lolli
Associate Dean for Undergraduate SBA Programs & Professor, Sport & Event ManagementJeff 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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