Events

Discover a carefully-curated array of events focused on enriching your well-being and academic journey. These events are crafted to bolster your success by seamlessly integrating personal growth with scholarly advancement. Embark on a journey of holistic development tailored to elevate your college experience.

  • For additional events catered to the broader campus community, visit Widener.edu
  • For events specifically tailored to student clubs and organizations, explore Experience Widener.

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Student Focus Employment Showcase
27
Aug

On-Campus Employment Showcase

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  • University Center Atrium

Are you a student seeking valuable on-campus employment opportunities? Or are you a faculty or staff member looking for talented student workers for your departments? Come to the first annual on-campus employment showcase!

Health care educator teaching in a hospital setting
3
Sep

Graduate Health Professions Fair

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  • Lathem Hall

Discover career opportunities, connect with employers, and explore the future of healthcare. This fair brings together professionals from across healthcare disciplines, offering a unique chance to network, learn, and take the next step in your career. Mark your calendar, update your resume, and get ready to make meaningful connections that can shape your future.

M1 Crab Nebula in Taurus
12
Sep

Friday Evening Stargazing Session

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  • Widener Observatory- Kirkbride

Looking for something to do after the sun goes down? Reach for the stars and explore the galaxy at Widener's Observatory!

resume graphic
15
Sep

Resumes for an AI World

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  • Career Design & Development Lounge

Join Career Design & Development for Resumes for an AI World, a workshop designed to help you craft application materials that get noticed. Learn how to optimize your resume for applicant tracking systems, highlight the skills employers value most, and position yourself for success in a tech-driven job market. Bring your questions and leave with practical strategies to showcase your strengths in a world shaped by AI.

A student stands in front of a poster presentation speaking to another student who is taking notes.
26
Sep

SURCA Symposium

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  • University Center Atrium

Join us for the annual Summer Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (SURCA) Symposium!

civil engineering construction management career fair
29
Sep

Civil & Construction Management Career Fair

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  • Lathem Hall

Build Connections. Shape Your Future. Step into opportunity at the Civil Engineering & Construction Management Career Fair. Meet leading employers, discover internships and job openings, and connect...

Banned Together
7
Oct

"Banned Together "Movie Screening

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  • Freedom Hall 122

Join Wolfgram Memorial Library and the Center for Education to watch the film Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship for Banned Books Week.

10
Oct

Homecoming (Oct. 10-11)

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  • Widener University Chester Campus

Get Excited for Homecoming 2024—October 25 - 16, 2024! Visit our alumni website for more details about this year's entire week of events.

15
Oct

Cover Letters Made Easy

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  • Career Design & Development Lounge

Need a killer cover letter to stand out in your job applications? We've got your back! You'll get insider tips from career counselors and industry pros on how to craft a cover letter that gets noticed.

6
Nov

Stand Out and Connect on LinkedIn

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  • Zoom

Learn how to craft a LinkedIn profile that gets noticed by recruiters, from keyword optimization to making your profile shine. You’ll get tips from career counselors and industry pros who know what recruiters are looking for.

Engineering Career Fair
17
Nov

School of Engineering Career Fair

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  • Lathem Hall

Join us for the Engineering Career Fair where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with top employers, explore various career paths, and gain valuable insights to advance your professional journey. Don’t miss this chance to network and discover your next career move!