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The Fight to End Human Trafficking

November 5, 2021
Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing criminal enterprises in the world, ranking just behind drugs and ahead of arms trafficking.Statistics vary, but the Global Slavery Indexestimates that there are more than 40 million people enslaved worldwide. Out of every 10 victims detected globally, five are adult women and two are girls. Migrants account for a significant share of the…
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Dr. Denise Wells Earns DAWN’s 2021 Leadership Award

October 19, 2021
Dr. Denise Wells Earns DAWN’s 2021 Leadership Award WilmU’s Ashlee Youmans also honored as a 2021-2022 DAWN Rising Star Dr. Denise Wells, dean of the College of Health Professions at Wilmington University, has earned the 2021 DAWN Leadership Award. DAWN – the acronym…
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Dr. Adair is New Chair of Clinical Mental Health Program

October 18, 2021
Dr. Elizabeth “Lisa” Adair has been appointed as the full-time chair of the Clinical Mental Health Program (CMHC), after serving as the acting chair. She was instrumental in authoring the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)…
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Dr. Sebach Elected to National Nursing Committee

October 18, 2021
Dr. Aaron Sebach, director of Graduate Nursing Programs, has been elected to serve on the National League for Nursing’s Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) six-member nominating committee. Dr. Sebach, who also chairs the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program, will represent practice-focused doctoral programs in nursing, identifying and putting forth individuals to serve on the…
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A Survivor’s Quest

August 9, 2021
Dr. Matthew Wilson, WilmU’s chair of Humanities, First Year Experience, and English as a Second Language, was interviewed as part of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s virtual “Voices in Action” event, which premiered on June 14 to kick off…
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Workshop Shows How to Assess Your Career at Any Age

April 20, 2021
Brenda Soto, an adjunct instructor in Wilmington University’s College of Business and an expert in human resources, presented a virtual workshop on how people in the workforce can evaluate their careers and develop a professional life they are passionate about. “Many students at Wilmington University already are working. We have students who want to advance their careers, as well as those who…
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Successful Attorney Inspires Others

April 20, 2021
Marsetta Lee, president of the Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey, talked about the influence of an aspirational family, uplifting role models and a strong work ethic in building a successful career. Lee is an adjunct instructor at Wilmington University’s…
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WilmU Provides Expertise in Paralegal Approval

February 18, 2021
Nicole E. Ballenger, Esq., is serving as a volunteer site visitor for the American Bar Association, conducting week-long virtual visits for other schools and universities across the country that are seeking approval and re-approval for their legal studies and paralegal…
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The ED2WORK Advisory Council

February 18, 2021
Dr. Robin Weinstein participated in the ED2WORK Advisory Council discussion in developing a white paper for the new presidential administration on the linkage between higher education and work, with an emphasis on transitioning from a gig economy to career paths. “At Wilmington University and beyond, our dedicated faculty are making a positive difference, sharing their insights and expertise…
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