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Lydia Aruffo ’25, a recent occupational therapy graduate, sits with a small selection of the 3D printed assistive devices she printed from open-sourced files and customized for clients as part of her capstone project.

3D Printing at Widener Impacts Lives and Inspires Careers

In Widener’s occupational therapy program, Lydia Aruffo '25 leveraged innovative 3D printing technology and her health science education to deliver creative, adaptable and cost-effective solutions for clients living with a rare disease.

Taylor Easter smiles at the camera wearing a blue graduation cap and blue Widener sweatshirt

Meet Taylor Easter, the 2025 President’s Award Winner

Taylor Easter is the 2025 President's Award winner. One of the university's highest honors, the President's Award recognizes a graduating senior who has contributed the most to Chester campus life through scholarship and participation in extracurricular activities.

Amanda Bickerstaff speaks on stage in front of a crowd

Widener AI Day Showcases AI Exploration and Education

Widener hosted the university’s first “AI Day” to engage students, faculty and staff in meaningful conversation, exploration and education about artificial intelligence through hands-on workshops, a keynote address and more.