The Year Starts Here: New Student Move In at Widener
Widener's newest students have arrived on campus – filling residence halls, unpacking belongings, meeting roommates and taking the first steps in their college journey.
Widener's newest students have arrived on campus – filling residence halls, unpacking belongings, meeting roommates and taking the first steps in their college journey.

We sat down with Crystal Gibson, new executive director of athletics, to learn more about her background, her vision for Widener athletics, and her own time as a student athlete.

New residence hall, relocated campus store, additional dining options and other expanded student amenities highlight summer 2026 improvements at Widener.

Widener has welcomed Cary Caro as dean of the School of Business Administration. We sat down with Caro to learn more about his background and his vision for the future of business education at Widener.
Widener students volunteered at the Chester Upland School District's back-to-school bash on Saturday, Aug. 22. Volunteers filled backpacks with school supplies for donation ahead of the new school year.
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New student move in day on the Chester campus is featured in this segment. President Stacey Robertson is interviewed sharing about Widener's goal to make move in as seamless as possible for new students and families.
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Widener welcomed new students to the Chester campus for move-in days Aug. 17 and 18. In this article, President Stacey Robertson is quoted about Widener's commitment to a smooth experience. C.R.E.W. Leader and nursing major Ziraya Snowden '29 shares about the energy of the days and her role as a student leader. First year students Brianna Croxton '30 and Mia Stendardo '30 also shared about their experience moving into their residence halls.
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