Chester
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150 Years of Business: How T. Frank McCall’s in Chester Outlasted the City Around It
When T. Frank McCall’s opened its doors at Sixth and Madison Streets in 1876, Ulysses S. Grant was president, and the Phillies did not yet exist. The store is still there and thriving today, writes Anthony R. Wood for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That makes McCall’s a 150-year-old Chester business, family-owned and women-run, that has outlasted nearly everything around it. Over a…
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From Lawyer to Teacher: How Mark Franek Found His Calling at Chester’s YSC Academy
Mark Franek had the law degree, the firm, and the long hours that come with all of it. What he didn’t have was the work that mattered most, so he went back to the classroom, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Today Franek teaches at YSC Academy, the Chester-based high school built for elite boys’ soccer players…
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Summer Mental Health for College Students: Taking Care of Yourself When School Is Out
The exams, papers, deadlines, and late nights are behind you, and summer’s long days of freedom stretch out ahead. But summer isn’t always the uncomplicated break some college students expect it to be. Leaving campus and returning home is a transition, and transitions take energy. Going home can be complicated. An open schedule can feel…
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Widener University Soccer & Swim Camp 2026: Twice the Summer Fun in One Camp
Looking for a unique summer camp that keeps kids active, engaged, and having fun all day long? Widener University’s Soccer & Swim Camp returns this summer with two exciting sessions designed to help boys and girls in grades K–8 develop new skills, stay active, and make lasting memories. Hosted by Widener Soccer, the full-day camp…
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Explore Widener University’s Graduate & Continuing Studies Twilight Tours This Summer
Choosing a graduate program is too important a decision to make just by reading about it online. Widener University wants you to see up close if its graduate programs are a good fit for your needs. This summer, Widener University’s Continuing Studies Admissions Team is hosting a series of Graduate & Continuing Studies Twilight Tours.…
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Widener University Names Crystal Gibson New Athletics Leader
Widener University in Chester has named Crystal Gibson its new executive director of athletics, beginning July 1. Gibson currently serves as director of athletics and recreation at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, a position she has held since 2020. Gibson will be responsible for the organization, administration, and coordination of all aspects of Widener’s…
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Widener University Honors Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green With 2026 Eckard Award for Distinguished Service
At Widener University, two employees who have spent a combined three decades quietly making the institution stronger were recognized this year with the university’s highest honor for staff excellence. Erica Austin and Lt. Vontel Green are the 2026 recipients of the university’s William David Eckard Jr. Award for Distinguished Service. Austin, of Wilmington, Delaware, is…
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Widener University Names Cary Caro Dean of School of Business Administration
Widener University has a new dean for its School of Business Administration. The university announced that Dr. Cary Caro, the former School of Business dean at La Salle University, has been appointed, effective July 1. Throughout his career, Dr. Caro has earned a reputation for building strong partnerships between academia and industry, developing innovative academic…
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ChesPenn Health Services Makes History With Its First Women’s Health Fair
On May 8, ChesPenn Health Services marked a meaningful milestone — hosting its very first Women’s Health Fair at the East Side facility in Chester. The event brought together patients, staff, community partners, sponsors, and local leadership for a day centered entirely on women: their health, their wellbeing, and the resources available to support them…
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Register Now for Widener University’s Engineering Camp for High School Students
High school students looking to jump-start their future in engineering are invited to sign up for Widener University’s 2026 Engineering Camp this summer. Students in grades 9 through 12 will explore engineering, robotics, design, and technology from June 22 to June 26 in Kirkbride Hall on Widener’s Chester campus. Register Here. The immersive four-day program…
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Found Love on Crozer Campus in Chester
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. met his first and only White girlfriend, Amelia Elizabeth (Betty) Moitz, while studying at Crozer Theological Seminary in Chester, writes Jonathan Eig, best-selling author of King: A Life, as reported in The Philadelphia Citizen. She was his “true love,” according to friend Harry Belafonte. Amelia, known as Betty, was the…
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FIFA World Cup Spotlight on Chester: Will It Spark Economic Change for the Struggling City?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the Philadelphia region, and for Chester, it could mean a rare moment in the global spotlight. But whether that spotlight translates into lasting change is a question locals have heard before. As Lincoln Financial Field prepares to host World Cup matches next month, the Philadelphia Union is planning watch parties at…
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Delorean Andrews’ 10-Year Journey From Trash Collector to Widener Magna Cum Laude Graduate
When Delorean Andrews enrolled at Widener in 2015, he had no idea that his degree would be over 10 years in the making, a journey of twists and turns, writes Nicole Carrera, Associate Director of Communications for Widener University. The Center for Continuing Studies student completed his journey when he crossed the stage at the…
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Amanda Rappa: A Widener Story Defined by Heart, Hustle, and Human Connection
Amanda Rappa was recently honored with the President’s Award at Widener University, given to a graduating senior who has contributed the most to campus life through academics and participation in extracurricular activities. Widener President Stacey Robertson surprised her with the award when Rappa showed up, believing she was helping shoot a video through her role…
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Widener University Joins Scholars Network to Cut Student Debt and Create Healthcare Career Paths
For students pursuing careers in nursing, physical therapy, or other high-demand healthcare fields, a clinical career means a daunting tradeoff: the more specialized the training, the heavier the debt load. Widener University hopes to change that. The Chester, Pennsylvania university has joined Scholars Network, a national workforce model that connects students, universities, and healthcare employers…
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The Oldest Town in Pennsylvania Happens to Be in Delaware County
Pennsylvania, as one of the original 13 colonies where independence was born, has many historic towns that have stood the test of time. But to find the oldest, you need only look in Delaware County’s backyard, writes Andre DeBonis for EnergyPortal.eu. Chester was the earliest settlement in Pennsylvania, founded in 1682 by William Penn, who…
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Widener University Hosting 2026 Commencement on Chester Campus
The Widener University Commencement takes place next week on its Chester campus for 2026 undergraduate and graduate students, as well as one of its two law schools. A series of six ceremonies will run from Tuesday, May 12, to Thursday, May 14. The full ceremony schedule is: President Stacey Robertson will speak at the ceremonies,…
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Sign Up for a Free Baby Ultrasound at Widener University in Chester
Widener University in Chester is offering pregnant women in the community a free ultrasound of their baby. The free baby ultrasounds give Widener students some hands-on scanning practice as moms get extra time with their babies and an extra ultrasound photo, said Megan Stone, director of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Widener. Women who…
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