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Alumna Brings Experience as Graduate Program Coordinator

December 9, 2020
Dr. Jennifer Palmer, a longtime educator and administrator who earned her doctorate at Wilmington University, has returned as an adjunct graduate program coordinator in the College of Education. She earned her EdD in Education Leadership and Innovation in 2012, when she also was presented with the EdD Academic Achievement Award and the Audrey K. Doberstein Leadership Award. As adjunct coordinator…
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New Video Highlights Online Academic Journey

December 9, 2020
Even in uncertain times, students can rely on consistent and supportive services throughout their educational experiences at Wilmington University. That’s especially important in recent times, since all WilmU students have shifted to a virtual learning environment during…
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Service During Challenging Times

December 9, 2020
Faculty from WilmU’s College of Business (COB) are finding creative ways to continue community outreach and partnerships despite the COVID-19 pandemic, including participation in the First Annual WilmU Virtual Open House. “The pandemic has had a tremendous impact on so…
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En Route to Med School After WilmU

December 9, 2020
Recent Wilmington University graduate James Kennedy, who majored in Environmental Science and Policy, was accepted into Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Biological and Physical Sciences. Photo courtesy of James Kennedy Qualifying students in the program may enter the college’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program, which can put…
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WilmU Scores with Esports

October 21, 2020
The game’s afoot at Wilmington University with the launch of esports, a form of college sports competition using video games. Esport athletes compete as teams or as individuals. WilmU is a trailblazer in college competition, joining schools such as the University of…
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Family Bands Together to Donate Blood

October 21, 2020
As chair of Health Sciences in the College of Health Professions, Dr. Angela Herman knows the importance of a healthy blood platelet count. It’s an issue that impacts her family outside of academia. Her husband, Mike, has been treated for multiple myeloma, a form of blood…
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Serving the Educational Community 

October 21, 2020
Faculty and staff in the College of Education are sharing their time and expertise to benefit the educational community throughout the state. Nina Buchanan, associate professor, was recently named chair of the Wilmington branch of the Scholarship Committee of the American Association of University Women. The committee awards scholarships to women in New Castle County attending college programs…
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COEL Launches Professional Studies Courses 

October 21, 2020
It’s a great time for professionals to enhance their skills and move forward on their career tracks. In response to demand, the College of Online and Experiential Learning (COEL) kicked off its first-ever online professional studies courses in September 2020. These…
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Program Chair Excels as Doctoral Student and Author

October 16, 2020
Kelly Cheeseman, program chair of Psychology/Organizational Dynamics programs in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, is excelling on multiple fronts. Besides working full time at Wilmington University, she is completing her research in the Doctorate of Social Science in Prevention Science program at WilmU. Her area of specialization is military-connected youth and their…
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