News - Center for Equity and Justice

What does it actually mean for institutions, especially corporations, to take responsibility in moments that demand more than statements? For andré douglas pond cummings, dean and professor of law at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, that question is at the core of the Dean’s Diversity…

When the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania brought a special session of oral arguments to Widener University Commonwealth Law School, students didn’t just observe legal procedure. They gained a front-row seat to the kind of preparation, professionalism, and precision that will shape their future…

  Widener University Commonwealth Law School has once again provided LSAT preparation to LSAC’s Plus, Guided Journey Program, which has more than doubled in size, now serving more than 1000 scholars this year.  The school’s Center for Equity & Justice recently secured a $110,000…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School recently hosted its 18th annual Dean’s Diversity Forum, an event designed to foster meaningful discussions on legal education and practice. This year’s theme, "Difficult Conversations: Equitable Inclusion," explored how legal professionals can engage in…

The collaboration between Widener University Commonwealth Law School and Widener University Delaware Law School is reaching new heights, as Deans andré douglas pond cummings and Todd J. Clark work together to enhance their institutions’ profiles, foster mutual growth and belonging. This partnership…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School has marked a major milestone with the official launch of its Center for Equity and Justice, dedicated to promoting social justice, expanding educational opportunities, and fostering diversity within the legal profession. The inaugural event featured…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School hosted an impactful exploration of systemic racism during its inaugural Fall Law Review Conference, aptly titled “A Modern Examination of the Expansive Existence of Systemic Racism,” on Friday, Nov. 1. This daylong event drew approximately 75 participants,…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School, known for its dedication to equity and access, is launching a transformative initiative to help students enter the legal profession. The Pathway Program, starting this fall, offers a 12-week Law School Admissions Test, or LSAT, preparation course aimed at…

Widener University Commonwealth Law School is playing a critical role in national efforts to make law school more accessible to students facing barriers to pursuing legal education. The effort, known as Guided Journey PLUS, supports 450 aspiring law students from across the country by building…