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Law I INTRODUCTION Law, body of official rules and regulations, generally found in constitutions, legislation, judicial opinions, and the like, that is used to govern a society and to control the behavior of its members. The nature and functions of law have varied throughout history. In modern societies, some authorized body such as a legislature or a court makes the law. It is backed by the coercive power of the state, which enforces the law by means of appropriate penalties or remedies. Formal legal rules and actions are usually distinguished from other means of social control and guides for behavior such as mores, morality, ... Read Full Story

Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "Widener University". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story

A threatening note forced school officials to close down Widener university this week, at least temporarily as authorities investigated the note.  Luckily no actual violence occured on campus. Authorities have not yet determined how legit the threat was. Read Full Story