Widener University mascot Chester and Philadelphia Union mascot Phang high-five on the soccer field.

Widener: The Official University of the Philadelphia Union

Teamwork means showing up—and showing out—for one another. Through the big wins, opportunities for growth, and everything in between. That's how you run a stellar soccer club. And at Widener, it's how we approach our students' success. Cheering their name until they roar.

 

Powerhouse Partnership. Roaring Success.

Two of the biggest anchor institutions in the city of Chester sit just three miles apart, sport the same colors, and share the same values and commitment to the community. Teaming up to elevate our impact has been a win-win.

Next-Level Partnership Perks for Our Students

Widener alum Casey Cardillo on the field at Subaru Park, home of the Philadelphia Union, during her internship

Unlock Union Internship & Job Shadow Opportunities

Union internships and a job shadow program provide Widener students with invaluable hands-on learning—and the flex of featuring work experience with an MLS club on their resume.

High school students attend Work-in-Sports Camp, hosted by Widener University and the Philadelphia Union

Go Behind the Scenes at Work-in-Sports Camps

Area high school students score an insider look at professional sports. From hospitality and gameday experience to media relations and ticket sales, they discover how these areas collaborate to create the experience fans know and love.

Philadelphia Union fans wave flags at the Subaru Park stadium.

Save Big on Union Tickets

During the season, the Union makes tickets—often to special tournament matches—available to the Widener community at deep discounts. 

Learn more about Widener University

Widener is a private university in Chester, PA, whose educational network includes six schools and colleges—offering associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees—and law schools in Harrisburg, PA and Wilmington, DE. 

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