Widener University Commonwealth Law School

06/02/2026

Meet Haley Nelson, rising third-year student and Center for Equity and Justice Fellow.

Haley chose Widener Law Commonwealth for the sense of community she felt from the very first visit. Now, she's paying that welcoming spirit forward by helping students from underrepresented backgrounds prepare for the LSAT and find their path into the legal profession.

As part of the Pathway Program, she interviews applicants, writes recommendation letters, tracks student progress, and mentors aspiring lawyers.

"This is real work we're doing to impact real people's lives. People are desperate to get into this program. This is not a light lift." — Haley Nelson

Read her full story: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/meet-us/student-spotlight/haley-nelson/

06/01/2026

Something new is launching at Widener Law Commonwealth, and it was built entirely by students.

On June 2 at 7 p.m., the first episode of Late Night in the Library premieres, marking the debut of a student-run podcast initiative created by our Entertainment Law Fellows.

The project features two distinct series: Late Night in the Library, focused on candid conversations about life as a law student and conversations with alumni and faculty, and The Final Deposition, which explores legal issues, culture, media, and industry professionals.

Read more about the students behind the microphones and what is ahead for both shows: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/current-students/law-school/news/detail/2103/

05/28/2026

Meet Darryl Hunt Jr. '26.

As a Center for Equity and Justice Fellow, Darryl has spent his time at Widener Law Commonwealth doing something many talk about, but few actually do: reaching back. From mentoring aspiring law students and supporting LSAT prep to traveling to Arkansas for community service, he has been intentional about expanding access to legal education for students from underrepresented backgrounds.

"Success to me looks like fighting for justice, fairness, and equality. Being someone that doesn't just seek a conviction but seeks justice and equal treatment of the justice system for all." — Darryl Hunt Jr. '26

Read his full story: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/prospective-students/meet-us/student-spotlight/darryl-hunt-jr/

05/27/2026

Prof. Jill Family joined a panel of legal and judicial professionals this week at the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Judges’ Conference in Hershey, discussing the complexities surrounding claims involving undocumented workers in Pennsylvania.

She presented alongside Widener Law Commonwealth alumni Christian Davis ’92 and Gabriela Raful ’12, as well as Hon. Angel Torres, Workers’ Compensation Judge for Pennsylvania’s Eastern District.

05/27/2026

Tara Schellhorn ’07 didn’t come to law school with a perfectly mapped-out plan. She came ready to work hard, figure things out, and lean into every opportunity along the way.

Today, she’s a principal at Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, an international leader in bankruptcy and restructuring law, and the incoming global chair of IWIRC.

“It’s very solution-oriented. That’s what I like most, figuring out creative ways to make a bad situation better.”

Read more about Tara’s journey: https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/alumni-friends/success-stories/tara-schellhorn/

05/26/2026

Prof. Mary Kate Kearney and Prof. Anna Hemingway recently presented at the Empire State Legal Writing Conference at Fordham Law School, sharing ideas rooted in something simple but powerful, staying with students through one of the hardest parts of law school, bar prep.

Their presentation, “Staying with Them Through the Bar: Lessons in Support and Learning,” explored how mentorship, meaningful feedback, and strong support systems can help students succeed, drawing parallels to the way great coaches guide athletes through high-pressure moments.

05/20/2026

Celebrating 96 graduates, the families who stood beside them, and the community that carried them through law school.

Read more about the commencement ceremony:
https://commonwealthlaw.widener.edu/current-students/law-school/news/detail/2102/

The loudest applause during Widener University Commonwealth Law School’s commencement ceremony did not come after a diplom...

05/20/2026

Moments worth remembering. Relive the joy and of through these highlights from commencement day.

View the commencement photo album here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCU2Ti

📸: Jason Minick

05/17/2026

More photos to come, but here’s a first look at the Widener Law Commonwealth Class of 2026 crossing the stage and stepping into the next chapter.

“There is no single path to success. Your future is yours to shape.” — Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General Dave Sunday ’07

Congrats, graduates!

Many more moments to come, but here’s an early look at commencement day: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCU2Ti

05/17/2026

We asked our Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Widener Law Commonwealth faculty the most important commencement question of all: who are you wearing? 🎓