Get Involved & Experience Widener

From student clubs and organizations, to athletics and recreation, to leadership and civic engagement opportunities, there are countless ways to get involved at Widener!

Student Experience
Get Involved & Experience Widener

The Widener Experience

Here at Widener, some of your most memorable moments will happen outside the classroom – the friendships forged, the new places explored, the experiences had. We may be a smaller campus, but there are tons of ways to get involved, to make your mark, and to find your place in our welcoming community.

Here, you can:

Join one of our 80+ clubs & organizations
Play for the Pride
Cheer for the Pride
Serve the community
Develop leadership skills
Enjoy a packed calendar full of events, performances, and activities

All of which will enrich your Widener experience.

On Philly's Doorstep

And being so close to Philadelphia means there are even more opportunities to get involved and gain the experiences that will prepare you for a lifetime of personal and professional success.

So make the most of your time here, and experience all that Widener and the region have to offer!

Fully. Engaged.

We're more than just stats. Behind each number is a story of a student who found their place.

Clubs & Organizations

With 80+ academic, social, arts, cultural, and special interests clubs and organizations, there's something for everyone. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for, start your own!

Clubs & Orgs

Sports & Recreation

Whether playing varsity, club or intramural sports, or cheering from the stands, you'll be part of the Pride. Looking to stay fit? Our recreational facilities are the place to be.

Athletics & Recreation

Tons to Do

Whether you live on campus or commute, are an undergraduate or graduate student, we offer 300+ events and activities a year to experience. There's always something to do here! Plus we're just minutes from downtown Philadelphia.

Recent News

Student takes part in virtual salsa dance class at home

From Virtual Club Meetings to Online Salsa Classes, Widener Students Stay Connected

Widener’s Office of Student Engagement is converting already-scheduled programming into virtual formats, creating new online events, and harnessing the power of social media to keep students connected.

Sisters Emily and Sarah Wright hammering on ASB worksite

A Family Tradition of Giving Back

The Wright siblings – Emily, Sarah, and Patrick – have all attended Widener and all have taken part and served as leaders in the Alternative Spring Break program.

Black Student Union 50th anniversary celebration with 3 students wearing or holding commemorative T-shirts

Widener’s Black Student Union Marks 50 Years

Started in 1969, the Black Student Union promotes activities of common interest for black and multicultural students and provides a “home away from home.”

Upcoming Events

Student Leadership Awards

Apr

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Lathem Hall

The Office of Student Engagement welcome the University Community to celebrate the year's best in student leadership.

Apr

Widener University Day of Brass

Apr

SGA Town Hall Meeting

May

Spring Fling

All Student Engagement Events

Pride Perspectives

Hear from our students about their Widener experience.

For me, the opportunities at Widener to start this, join that, do this, allowed me to grow tremendously as a person. That’s what turned me into who I am.

Cajua Robinson

Cajua's Story

At Widener I’ve been getting ready for my career by doing it, in the lab and at my internship. When I graduate, I won’t just be starting my career. I’ll be continuing the work that I’ve been doing all along.