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The lifelong value of a Widener education is rooted in a commitment to the professional and personal development of each student. Widener University is a private institution known for its commitment to the personal and professional success of every student, where academic experiences are distinguished by excellence and students develop the leadership qualities employers seek. Core values of respec

t, integrity and excellence are reflected in an outstanding student experience provided through an agile, innovative and inclusive approach to learning. Industry-shaping faculty provide close, personal mentorship and share powerful connections that help students build professional networks. Recognized as one of the Philadelphia region’s leading universities, Widener offers programs and experiences that empower our community of learners to discover and create better futures as scholars, leaders and globally engaged citizens. Visit the university website at widener.edu.

06/02/2026

Welcoming. Collaborative. Life-changing. Excellence. Community.

We asked some of our trustees and professors to describe Widener in one word

Their answers: 💯

Happy Pride Month from the Widener Pride❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤎🤍🩵
06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month from the Widener Pride

❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤎🤍🩵

We’re pleased to announce Cary Caro has been named the next dean of the Widener School of Business Administration - SBA....
05/27/2026

We’re pleased to announce Cary Caro has been named the next dean of the Widener School of Business Administration - SBA. Caro will assume the role on July 1.

Caro is known for his collaborative and data-informed approach to academic leadership. He is committed to student success and building strong partnerships between academia and industry, with a focus on innovative program development, experiential learning opportunities and aligning business education with workforce needs.

Caro brings more than 15 years of experience in higher education to the role, including serving as dean of the School of Business at La Salle University and previously as chair of the Division of Business at Xavier University of Louisiana.

Read more: https://www.widener.edu/news/noteworthy/widener-names-cary-caro-new-business-dean

Our distinguished School of Business Administration offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in addition to certificates, dual degrees and flexible online programs. All undergraduate Widener business majors have the option to pursue accelerated programs that can lead to master’s degrees following a four-plus-one approach that saves students time and tuition.

Class of 2026: you are now officially part of the 70,000+ member strong alumni network.Did you know you have access to e...
05/26/2026

Class of 2026: you are now officially part of the 70,000+ member strong alumni network.

Did you know you have access to exclusive (free!) resources, ways to engage & so much more?

Visit www.widener.edu/newgrads

Commencement was just the beginning of your next great adventure!

Widener University Alumni

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember our armed forces who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation, ...
05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember our armed forces who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation, including those from our Widener - Pennsylvania Military College community 🇺🇸

Alumni: did you start a new job or receive a promotion? Did you get engaged, married, or experience another noteworthy l...
05/21/2026

Alumni: did you start a new job or receive a promotion? Did you get engaged, married, or experience another noteworthy life event?

Amazing! Now get the celebratory recognition you deserve by sharing the big news with your Widener community.

Share update here: https://alumni.widener.edu/alumni/celebrate-share/share-your-news

OR email update: [email protected]

Your update could be featured on our website, in the Widener magazine, and on our social media!

We are pleased to announce Crystal Gibson has been named the new executive director of Widener University Athletics, beg...
05/20/2026

We are pleased to announce Crystal Gibson has been named the new executive director of Widener University 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 23 intercollegiate athletic programs and their facilities, which complement the educational experience of the university. She will also oversee all interactive student-athlete educational and development programs at Widener, which is an NCAA Division III member of the Middle Atlantic Conference.

“I am honored and excited to join the Widener Pride and build upon the university’s strong tradition of athletic and academic excellence. I look forward to working alongside our student-athletes, coaches, and campus community to foster competitive success, holistic development and contribute to the university’s deep, enduring culture of belonging.” ~ Crystal Gibson

Read more: https://www.widener.edu/news/noteworthy/widener-announces-new-executive-director-athletics

05/19/2026

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Congrats, Class of 2026!!

Thanks to YOU - our incredible Widener community - we have won BRONZE in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Philly Favorites co...
05/18/2026

Thanks to YOU - our incredible Widener community - we have won BRONZE in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Philly Favorites contest in the college / university category

Thank you for showing your PRIDE and helping us bring home the hardware 🥉

Congrats to the newly commissioned 2nd lieutenants of the U.S. Army from Dauntless Battalion!!At a ceremony on campus to...
05/15/2026

Congrats to the newly commissioned 2nd lieutenants of the U.S. Army from Dauntless Battalion!!

At a ceremony on campus today, 9 cadets were commissioned, including 6 from Widener’s Class of 2026.

Thank you for your service 🇺🇸

The officers who earned their undergraduate degrees from Widener, and the military branches which they will enter, include:

* Bradyn C. Erb, mechanical engineering – cyber
* Anna F. Greydanus, nursing – nursing corps
* Rhett C. Klinger, mechanical engineering – corps of engineers
* Connor R. Phillips, criminal justice – air defense artillery
* Liam R. Reilly, finance – infantry
* Robert G. Watkins, criminal justice – infantry

Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Mario Terenas, who enlisted in the U.S. Army as an infantryman in 1990, was the ceremony speaker. Terenas served 32 years and concluded his military career as the division command sergeant major of the 10th Mount Infantry in 2023.

Three additional Dauntless cadets from Villanova University will commission in a separate ceremony at their home university later this month.

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