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.
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.
This episode of Far and Widener features Andrew Proctor '19 and Dakarai Daniel '19, Emmy Award-winning creatives and Widener University alumni who work for the Washington Commanders. Andrew, a game presentation producer, and Dakari, a motion graphics designer, share their journeys from Widener’s Freedom Hall to the NFL, reflecting on how their experiences in communication studies and campus media shaped their careers. They discuss the creative process behind their Emmy-winning intro video for the Commanders, which reimagined the team’s game day experience and energized fans and players alike. The conversation explores their early influences, the challenges they faced after graduation. They share how their Widener connections and a shared passion for storytelling helped them break into professional sports media and enhance fan engagement.
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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