Students often turn down or turn away from unpaid internships in their fields because of economic considerations. A new, donor-funded program is designed to help overcome the financial barrier.
Thanks to the love and support of her father, the advocation of her advisor, and transformative opportunities at Widener, Neeta Basantkumar ’04 has made her dreams come true. Now, she is working to make dreams come true for future Widener students.
The expansion of health science programs in the College of Health & Human Services and School of Nursing is bolstering Widener’s interprofessional learning approach that has set the programs apart and put students on track to becoming competent and compassionate clinicians.
Renovations to Academic Center North, Cottee Hall, and the Chester Community Clinic in the newly renamed Julie E. Wollman Hall will help facilitate and support Widener’s focus on interprofessional learning.
As part of Homecoming 2021, the School of Business Administration hosted a Career Day conference connecting students with industry experts and alumni.
This year’s Homecoming offers something for everyone – a renewal of many of the on-campus traditions and events, as well as a slate of virtual programming. The weekend also marks the public kickoff of Widener’s bicentennial celebration.
After successful nursing careers at Widener, two graduates joined forces on social media to share their medical journeys and mentor future health care professionals.
Widener’s first LGBTQ+ zine is providing a safe space for queer artists around the country
Widener physical therapy alumna and former elite gymnast Rachel Sine ’20 is fulfilling her dream of working with the world’s top athletes.
The Summer Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (SURCA) program at Widener can be a foundation for some students to enter prestigious PhD programs and lead research on important topics.