Widener University - Pioneer Yearbook (Chester, PA)

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Widener niuersity , Vincent F. Lindsley Raymond J. McCaffrey 20 fi . . ,www x,, 4 fl.L,42..1 Ya-.I ' G. Robert Bowlby Many members of the Widener Com- munity have asked, Is there a dif- ference between Widener College and Widener University? Yes, these institu- tions are two separate entities. Widener University encompasses the distinct educational bodies of Widener College, Delaware Law School and Brandywine College, along with the necessary ad- ministration to tie them all together. Since the inception of university status in July, 1979, Widener has undergone a number of changes in its personnel. Some changes include the respon- sibilities of just Widener College to the responsibilities encompassing the entire University structure. Still others required the creation of entirely new positions to deal with the larger entity of University structure. Apparently the transition has been quite smooth, however it will take a little more time before the administra- tion has all the bugs worked out. In the meantime, the present university heirarchy will deal with problems on a day to day transition from Widener College to Widener University. 9 ,Theodore F. Locke D,.l.-..-o I D.-.mn Bernard J. Daney s Growth and Leadership

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F. Eugene Dixon, Jr. became a mem- ber of the Board of Trustees of Widener University in 1960 and became Chair- man ofthe Board in 1972. Mr. Dixon attended Harvard Univer- sity from 1942-43 and since that time has received many honorary degrees from such institutions as Lafayette College, Hahnemann Medical College, Temple University, and Widener College. In 1959, Mr. Dixon retired from Episcopal Academy where he acted as Assistant to the Headmaster. While at the Academy he also held the position of Director of Admissions for 12 years, and coached football, squash, and tennis. 1 Today, Mr. Dixon is probably most noted for being the owner of the Philadelphia 76ers, as well as being a member of the Board of Governors for the National Basketball Association. Mr. Dixon is manied to Edith Robb Dixon and has one son, George Widener Dixon. Construction of the addition to Sharples Hall commenced in the Fall of 1979 in order to provide additional donnitory space. Widener Courts provides apartment style living for upperclassmen. Mark Tucker, President of the Student Govem- ment Association, addresses those present for the ground breaking ceremonies. Dixon Participates In Ground Breaiiino Ceremonies 19

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Have you ever wondered how big businesses operate? According to Dr. Norman Auburn, Widener University's Provost and Senior Vice President, they operate just like Widener. Dr. Auburn came to Widener upon University status to handle the administrative details of Widener's big business. He is well versed in these functions since he has been the President of five other colleges and universities before coming here to Widener. As Provost, Auburn's responsibilities include faculty stimulation to promote an increased interest in their field's ad- vancement, as well as research to promote better teaching and a sounder basis of education, among many other things. Through the deans of the three colleges of the University, Auburn evaluates the progress on the campuses and relates the information he receives to the President. Together they decide what academic policy should be taken. Specific deans are then informed and prepare to adapt their center to the specific needs of the time. Dr. Aubum is especially active as the chairman for the Presidential Selection Committee. As chaimian, he has the responsibility of carefully leading the committee to find the best successor for President Moll. This is not an easy task since it must be done with patience, care and diligence while at the same time meeting the July, 1981 deadline. Dr. Aubum views the University as gaining strength from the merger of Widener College, Delaware Law School, and Brandywine College. The concepts and curricula have shifted, Auburn said, 'LA college cannot just maintain its present condition, it must advance. As the world changes, so must the curricula of Widener University - else the needs cannot be met. So the University must push on and provide the leaders necessary to handle the changes of the future. Delaware Law School Library I P4 , 5 , . - il, T s-w Brandywine College Gates