Widener University
Widener University is a dynamic, nationally recognized institution offering career-focused programs in arts, sciences, engineering, nursing, business, and law.
With hands-on learning and a strong focus on leadership, Widener prepares students for real-world success and civic impact.
Address: One University Pl, Chester, PA 19013
Phone: (888) 943-3637
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Widener University Hosts Fall Widener Day Open House for Prospective Students
Fall is a great time to explore Widener University. An upcoming Widener Day open house event will provide prospective students and their families the opportunity…
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Widener Statue Honors Winningest Football Coach Bill Manlove
Coach Bill Manlove led Widener University’s football team for 22 years between 1969 and 1991. What kept him going through those two decades? “Winning,” Manlove,…
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ACJ Employee Spotlight: Meet Our VP of Marketing, Mitchell Phillips
As American Community Journals (ACJ) celebrates ten years of sharing good news across the Delaware Valley, we’re shining a spotlight on the dedicated individuals who…
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With OLLI, Widener Opens a Door to Knowledge and Friendship
“Curiosity is the compass that guides us to our passions.” The quote from American author Elizabeth Gilbert, best known for her 2006 memoir Eat, Pray,…
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DCCC Presents Panel on Project 2025 and the 1619 Project on Sept. 30
Delaware County Community College will present a panel, “Examining the Similarities: Project 2025 and the 1619 Project” on Monday, Sept. 30 at the College’s Marple…
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Widener University named a “2024 Great College to Work For”
The Chronicle of Higher Education has named Widener University a 2024 “Great College to Work For” after the university took honors in four categories based…
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Chester Cracks Down on Parking Hogs With Resident Permits
Abandoned cars have been a problem in Chester neighborhoods for years, but now the city is taking steps to keep parking spaces clear for those…
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Delaware County Leadership: Gary Golden, CEO, Propell Credit Union
Gary Golden, CEO of Propell Credit Union, spoke with DELCO Today about growing up in Michigan and West Chester. He recalled idyllic memories of playing…
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Widener University Welcomes Two New Members to Board of Trustees
Widener University has named two new members, Scott Reid, Marcia Zaruba O’Connor, to its Board of Trustees. The appointments took effect in May and their…
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Widener University Offers Beyonce Course This Fall
A freshman course being offered this fall at Widener University in Chester has Beyonce as its theme, writes Jessica MacAulay for CBS News, as reported…
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Widener University’s Nursing Program Named a Center of Excellence
Widener University’s School of Nursing in Chester was one of 13 institutions named a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing. The National League recognized the school’s evidence-based and innovative efforts to enhance student learning…
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Widener University’s Enrollment Strategy for Its Chester Campus Has Paid Off
Widener University’s plan to increase its student population is working. The university saw its highest first-year student enrollment on record this past week at 900…
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Widener University Sees Record Number of New Students Arrive
A record number of new students will be on the Widener University campus in Chester for the 2024-25 school year, writes Pete Bannon for the…
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For Walkers, This Delaware County Community Is Ideal
Out here in the suburbs, it’s hard to take care of daily chores without a car, but there are actually neighborhoods in the region where…
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Remembering Joe Mooney, a Celebrated Sculptor and Villanova Graduate
Artist Joe Mooney, who discovered his calling to be a sculptor during a mechanical drafting class at Villanova University, died July 27. He was 74.…
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Chester Fills Key Leadership Roles to Guide Its Economic Revitalization
Chester is hiring key professional staff with experience in finance, engineering, planning and development to help the city fulfill its mission of economic revitalization. Richard…
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Trainer Rob Rabena Asks Clients to Do Their Best Delco Accent
Rob Rabena wanted to find out who had the best Delco accent so he posted an Instagram video asking his clients to read the sentence…
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Upper Chichester’s Dr. Anna E. Broomall: Maternity Clinic Pioneer
Anna E Broomall was a trailblazer for women medical practitioners, opening one of the nation’s first out-patient maternity clinics, writes Ali Davis for Pennsylvania Heritage.…
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