Widener University, in partnership with WCAU-TV NBC10 and Telemundo62, is proud to recognize the 134 winners of the Widener University High School Leadership Awards for 2025. Over more than a decade, the university has recognized more than 1,500 students from high schools in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware who demonstrated leadership within their communities.
The program recognized 134 students on Wednesday, March 26, from high schools throughout the region for their abilities to stand up for what they believe in, speak out on behalf of others, and make an impact in their communities. They included:
O’Bryan Pierre of Philadelphia, PA, 19111. Pierre, who attends Holy Ghost Preparatory School, has made a difference by serving as a UNUM ambassador, a role that allows him to connect with first-year students and mentor them throughout their high school experience.
Annalise Dubeck of Philadelphia, PA, 19154. Dubeck, who attends Nazareth Academy High School, has made a difference by leading as a Naz-A-Thon Family Relations Executive, tutoring peers in math, actively participating in the Student Council, and representing her school with enthusiasm and generosity.
Caitlin Reilly of Philadelphia, PA, 19114. Reilly, who attends Philadelphia Academy Charter High School, has made a difference by leading an National Honor Society initiative to bring sports opportunities to underserved youth, using her organizational skills and passion for service to inspire others and set an example of kindness and integrity.
“On behalf of Widener University, I extend my deepest congratulations to the 134 outstanding student leaders from across our region who have been named 2025 High School Leadership Award recipients,” said Stacey Robertson, president of Widener University.
“We are thrilled to recognize this group of impressive young people who have displayed such a strong commitment to their communities through acts of leadership and caring. Widener is known for our culture of belonging, where people feel welcome and students can thrive as their authentic selves. We honor these 134 award winners for demonstrating courage, tenacity, and leadership while exhibiting the same drive reflected in Widener’s principles.”
Winners were invited to the in-person program on March 26 with their families and school administrators at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia’s historic district. In addition to being recognized as young leaders in the region, if students enroll at Widener as undergraduates, they will participate in the university’s prestigious Apogee Leadership Scholars program and receive a $20,000 scholarship over four years.
“NBC10 and Telemundo62 are honored to continue our long-standing partnership with Widener University to celebrate this year’s outstanding award recipients,” said Tracy Davidson, NBC10 Anchor and Investigative Consumer Reporter. “These students are already proving to be impactful leaders in their schools and communities. We’re proud to help recognize and celebrate their many achievements, and we look forward to seeing how they make a positive difference in college and beyond.”
