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LAY THE GROUNDWORK FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE.

TAKE THE INSIDE TRACK TO AN IN-DEMAND CAREER. The pre-med pathway lets me combine my professional passion with my personal interests. My minor in African American studies, combined with health and science courses, gives me a broader view of the medical issues faced by different populations.

— Michaela Jemison ‘23, biology

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FIND YOUR DEGREE PROGRAM. BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREES Anthropology

French

Biology

Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies

Chemistry

History

Communication Studies

International Relations

Creative Writing

Political Science

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Digital Media Informatics

Secondary Education

English

Sociology

Environmental Health & Sustainability Management

Spanish Visual & Performing Arts

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREES Biochemistry

Environmental Science & Sustainability

Biology

Green Chemistry

Chemistry

Mathematics

Computer Science/Information Systems

Physics

ELEVATE YOUR DEGREE. ■ Prepare for graduate study through a pre-professional pathway in dental, law, medicine,

occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, or veterinary.

■S everal undergraduate majors roll into an accelerated 4+1 program. Earn a bachelor’s and

master’s degree in five years instead of the typical six—saving you time and money. Many other majors can roll into accelerated 3+3 programs leading to doctoral degrees in physical therapy or occupational therapy or a JD in law.

■ Realize your specific vision for the future by adding one of our 50+ minors and certificates to your

undergraduate degree. These include minors in African & African American studies and Italian and certificates in Latin American & Caribbean studies and philosophy.

DEVELOP A DIVERSE, IN-DEMAND SKILL SET. Rooted in a strong liberal arts tradition, coursework in the College of Arts & Sciences offers a breadth and depth of knowledge in global culture, social sciences, the sciences, and the arts.

Mentorship from my chemistry professors has played a huge role in my Widener experience.

They have been there to help me, not only in lab, but also with the development of my career goals.

— Noah Smeriglio ’22, chemistry

This means that while here, you’ll explore your interests, discover the vast possibilities of career paths you can pursue—including many you never knew existed!—and hone your leadership abilities. And when you graduate, you’ll possess a well-rounded skill set that will lay the groundwork for success in numerous fields, from healthcare, law, and science, to education, business, and beyond.

CONNECT WITH DISTINGUISHED MENTORS.

Your professors will draw on their extensive experience to advise you on course and career options and partner with you on research projects and creative activities. The professionals you meet through internships and other hands-on learning opportunities will impart wisdom that can only be gained on the job. They’ll all make up your professional network, a resource you’ll tap into long after graduation.

INNOVATE IN NEXT-LEVEL LEARNING SPACES. Where you learn is just as important as what you learn. As a student, you’ll have access to facilities that feature the latest tools and tech—mirroring the workplaces you’ll enter and providing you with skills that employers value.

COMPUTER SCIENCE FACILITIES Gain hands-on experience in three student-managed computer laboratories.

WIDENER OBSERVATORY

Perform research right on campus through the observatory’s 16-inch computerized Meade Cassegrain reflecting telescope.

TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO

Polish your skills in front of or behind the camera in the fully equipped studio that’s home to WUTV, Widener Sports Network, and WUFilms.

TAYLOR ARBORETUM

Conduct environmental research in a 30-acre outdoor laboratory.

GET INVOLVED ON WIDENER’S CAMPUS. From the stage to the studio, you’ll feel empowered to pursue your passions and build your community through extracurricular activities for arts & sciences students.

ACADEMIC CLUBS

MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS

Anthropology Club Biology Club Chemistry Club Environmental Club Equity in Computing Club French Club Pre-Law Society Sociology Club And many more, including honor society chapters in multiple fields

Color Guard Marching Band FreshBaked & Lone Brick theatre companies Keepin’ It Trill (a cappella vocal group) Jazz ensemble Wind ensemble Pride Pack Dance Team Widener Dance Company

MEDIA

Blue & Gold (student-run news website) The Blue Route & Widener Ink literary journals Q&A Queer Zine

Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Widener Sports Network WUCAST Radio WUTV WUFilms

PUBLICATIONS

I loved the plethora of opportunities for extracurricular activities at Widener. It was a safe space for me to be myself and not feel judged.

— Gabrielle Rainey ’18 & ‘22, criminal justice

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES 610-499-4336 | artsandsciences@widener.edu