Widener University

Widener University Widener prepares the next generation of professionals—while informing the future of the professions they go on to lead.
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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.

08/26/2026

First day of college >> BBQ at the president's house

We love this tradition!!

First quiz of the semester: do you know your Widener blue and yellow??
08/25/2026

First quiz of the semester: do you know your Widener blue and yellow??

08/24/2026

It was official. A new semester had begun.

Happy first day of class, Pride!!

08/21/2026

Convocation ✅

Today we officially welcomed Class of 2030 into our academic community.

Go Pride!!

08/20/2026

The Red Zone is not just a football thing 🟥

It’s also the time between the start of the new school year and Thanksgiving, when college students in the U.S. are most likely to experience sexual violence.

The Red Zone doesn’t have to be a thing on our campus. We all have a role to play in making Widener safer for everyone.

Here are some helpful tips & reminders from your resident assistants (RAs)

08/18/2026

Does anything really prepare you for this moment?

Remember: it's not goodbye, it's see you soon ❤️

08/18/2026

the soundtrack of another successful first-year move in

sound on for this one 🔊

welcome new students to the Pride!!

it’s the top of the 5thPhillies are up 2-0and u 👀 that Widener sign behind home plateGo Phils. Go Pride. Philadelphia Ph...
08/18/2026

it’s the top of the 5th

Phillies are up 2-0

and u 👀 that Widener sign behind home plate

Go Phils. Go Pride.

Philadelphia Phillies

it's kinda chic to be moving into college for the first timeand it's kinda chic to be excited and nervous about it it's ...
08/17/2026

it's kinda chic to be moving into college for the first time

and it's kinda chic to be excited and nervous about it

it's okay we got you

move in day 1 ✅

welcome class of 2030!!

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1 University Place
Chester, PA
19013

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+18889433637

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