Nearly $550,000 in grant funding to School of Engineering delivers industry-level technology to a reimagined makerspace and machine shop, and positions Widener as a regional hub for rapid manufacturing, applied research and workforce development.
Undergraduate students who might consider attending law school got firsthand experience during a mock law school class recently co-taught by Delaware Law School Dean Todd Clark and Commonwealth Law School Dean andré douglas pond cummings.
Semaj Smith-Barber ’28, a construction management student, reflects on how volunteering—from his early experiences in Chester to Widener’s annual MLK Day of Service—shape his sense of belonging, career, and commitment to carrying forward the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of unity, equity, and compassion.
Here’s a look back at the moments in 2025 that made us cheer, crave boba and prove that at Widener, going big isn’t just a trend—it’s a tradition.
Delaware Law School Dean Todd Clark has been appointed to a new working group with the Conference of Chief Justices and Conference of State Court Administrators, which will focus on law school accreditation. Clark is one of only two law school deans nationwide to be appointed to this group.
Professor of Criminal Justice Lauren Shermer has been named to the inaugural Program Directors Council for Project Pericles. This council will serve as a source for shaping ideas, strengthening connections among campuses and providing guidance connected to Project Pericles' core priorities.
Casey Orange, a graduate occupational therapy student, made a guest appearance alongside meteorologist Drew Anderson promoting her capstone project. For her capstone, Orange created a series of educational sessions called “Gardening for Life” to teach techniques and strategies to help gardeners stay active and safe, while preventing injuries and supporting continued engagement in gardening for years to come. In this clip, Orange is featured in the 4 p.m. live news broadcast in addition to her appearance with Anderson on Fox29's streaming service.
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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