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The English Suite podcast

The latest podcast episode features the revival of the Widener Ink, the university's print literary journal. The episode includes interviews with Assistant Professor Jessica Guzman, co-coordinator of creative writing program, and undergraduate Ciana Bowers, editor-in-chief of the journal, as well as readings from Bowers and fellow students Luke Curran, Naquawna Letman, Gabby Norris, and Aimee Schwartz.

Penn Live

This article provides an overview of commencement ceremonies planned at universities and colleges and includes the drive through and mini ceremonies scheduled for main campus and the in-person celebrations at Widener Law Commonwealth to honor the 2020 and 2021 graduates.

The Los Angeles Tribune

This article features Ryan Raiker, a School of Business Administration graduate who now leads the digital department at ABBYY and is a sought-after thought leader in artificial intelligence, machine learning, process, and other related digital topics.

NRDC

This feature article focuses on Troy Riddle, a Delaware Law School alumnus and former law school multicultural affairs officer, and his new role as chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer at Natural Resources Defense Council.

Philadelphia Weekly

Delaware Law School graduate Charles Peruto, the Republican candidate running for District Attorney of Philadelphia, discusses his stance on supporting businesses across the city and county.

Gettysburg Times

Widener is referenced as one of the colleges and universities that partners with Delone Catholic High School to offer qualified senior students guaranteed admission and scholarship support.

Associated Press

John Culhane, Delaware Law School professor and co-director of the Family Health Law and Policy Institute, comments on the "heartbeat bill," which was signed into law in Ohio and will be heard before the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

Medium

School of Business Administration alumnus and Adjunct Professor Ryan Raiker writes about the impact artificial intelligence will have on the marketing industry. 

The Philadelphia Inquirer

In response to a new study citing an increase in female board members at higher education and health institutions, President Julie E. Wollman is quoted on the importance of diversity and representation among board members at colleges and universities.

CNBC

This article examines President Biden's economic plan, including 12-weeks paid leave for workers, and quotes Linda Houser, associate professor and director of the social work PhD program, who says the proposed plan could mimic existing paid leave programs offered in some states. 

American Concrete Institute

Engineering students Natalie Worth, Huy Nguyen, Ian Kauffman, Andrea Closurdo and Julia Boyle, advised by Associate Teaching Professor Mohamad N. Jlilati, won the Most Accurate Prediction award during the ACI Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter's Annual Student Beam Competition.

Diverse Issues in Higher Education

This article highlights the partnership between Widener and SCI-Chester and adjustments made to continue offering classes for inmates during COVID-19. It quotes President Julie E. Wollman and Associate Nursing Professor Brenda Kucirka, and notes the work of Jayne Thompson, assistant teaching professor of English.

Centre Daily Times

Three Widener graduates are on the ballot for the Pennsylvania primary election on May 18. The candidates include Delaware Law School graduate Maria McLaughlin and Widener Law Commonwealth graduate Kevin Brobson who are both running for the PA Supreme Court, and Drew Crompton who is in the running for Commonwealth Court.

Daily Mail

This article tells the incredible story of Pennsylvania Military College alumnus Bill Frankenstein, a Holocaust survivor who recently connected with other survivors who were given shelter at the Sint-Erasmus Hospital in Borgerhout in Antwerp during World War II.

The Spirit

Lenin Agudo, director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), writes about the ways in which the SBDC and students in the School of Business Administration supported the development of the new Silvercare Health Center in Chester.

Wallet Hub

Christopher Robinette, professor of law at Widener Law Commonwealth, offers expert commentary on bodily injury liability insurance.

Homeland Security Today

Delaware Law School announced it will offer a new global financial and cyber crimes degree program this summer as part of its graduate-level legal training for students interested in alternative careers to law.

Apartment Therapy

Graduate clinical psychology (PsyD) Professor Sanjay Nath and Assistant Professor Kathy Wu, director of the dual MBA/PsyD program, offer expert commentary on how to approach stepping out of the house after months of lock down and social distancing.

The Daily Journal

This article recognizes South Jersey high school students for receiving the 2021 High School Leadership Awards presented in partnership between Widener and NBC 10.

CBS 3

The annual Walk A Mile event hosted by Widener's Fraternity and Sorority Life, Pride Recreation Center, and the Office of Student Engagement was held on campus. This event is held in collaboration with the International Men's March to bring awareness to ending gender and sexual violence.

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