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2025: The Year Widener Went Big
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.
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How to Slay the Final Days of Fall Semester
From events to help you de-stress, to tips for self-care, we’ve got your end-of-semester survival guide.
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Widener’s Anatomy Lab: A Journey to Learn the Body and Human Experience
The clinical anatomy lab provides graduate health science students with hands-on access to study anatomy, master techniques and build confidence ahead of practice. In this first-person narrative, physician assistant students Sarah Connors, Jordan Li and Vrunda Patel share how the experience not only teaches them about the body, it deepens their understanding of the human experience.
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Chemistry Lab Studies Water Pollution Ahead of Winter Salting in Delaware County
Winter in Pennsylvania is quickly approaching, and with it comes cold weather and icy roads that require plowing and salting. At Widener, the impending winter has created a learning opportunity.
In the Media
Delaware Law School Renames Emergency Fund After Connie Sweeney
Delaware Law School has renamed their student emergency fund for longtime school administrator Connie Sweeney. The Constance M. Sweeney Student Emergency Fund, announced at Delaware Law's 50th anniversary gala celebration, is in recognition of Sweeney's more than three decades of service and her unwavering commitment to helping students succeed. Dean Todd Clark and Sweeney are both featured in this article about the honor.
Should you stop saying ‘um’? Here’s what experts said
Professor Angie Corbo, chair of communication studies, is featured in this article discussing the use of "filler words." Corbo gives insight into the use of filler words in different settings, sharing that some contexts may be more appropriate than others.
Working with people in Chester helped define her journey in nursing
Nursing student Alexis Pelowitz '26 shares about her experience working in Chester with Save Your Soles, an organization whose mission is to help individuals at higher risk of foot and ankle health problems through education and community-based screenings. Pelowitz worked alongside classmates, faculty members and Save Your Soles founder Dr. Ronald Renzi to provide screenings in Chester.
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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