Student News

In recent years, female students, especially those of diverse backgrounds, have emerged in key leaderships roles on campus, including the current all-female Student Government Association executive board.

Widener students have an exceptional new health-focused resource available to them beginning this spring. Registered dietician Nora Abraham is now part of the Widener Dining program.

Widener prepares future teachers with extra classroom experience prior to their student teaching placements.

Two new grant opportunities demonstrate how Widener’s partnerships with high-profile Philadelphia-area employers benefit students in pursuit of their degrees.

Widener has announced a new, multi-year partnership agreement with the Philadelphia Union, making Widener the Official University of the Philadelphia Union, Subaru Park, and WSFS Bank Sportsplex.

The university’s connections to the Philadelphia Eagles run deep, as numerous students and alumni have worked for the franchise.

Sarah Swager joins Widener with more than 30 years of experience in student affairs, with a passion for fostering student success and cultivating a positive campus experience for all.

A new partnership between Widener University and The Jed Foundation (JED) will place greater emphasis on mental health at the university and solidify Widener’s commitment to this vital component of well-being.

Though it was hard to narrow down, we bring you the best of 2022.

From Living Learning Communities to Gender Inclusive Housing, Widener has intentionally built communities that bring together students of similar backgrounds, interests, and academic pursuits to further support and promote camaraderie on campus.