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Wilkes University Student Pharmacist Harrison Ferro of Berwick, Pa., Receives U.S. Public Health Service Award

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Wilkes University Honors Students, Faculty and Staff With 2020 Multicultural Awards

by Vicki Mayk May 26, 2020May 26, 2020

May 26, 2020May 26, 2020

The Center for Global Education and Diversity at Wilkes University recently presented its 2020 multicultural…
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Wilkes University Alumni Experts Give Perspective on COVID-19 in Webinar

by Vicki Mayk May 19, 2020May 19, 2020

May 19, 2020May 19, 2020

It may feel like COVID-19 already has been with us for a long time, but…
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Wilkes University Student Pharmacists Matched With Post-Graduation Residencies

by Vicki Mayk May 18, 2020May 18, 2020

May 18, 2020May 18, 2020

Nesbitt School of Pharmacy Continues to Match Graduates and Alumni at Rate Above National Average…
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Ten Things You Might Not Know About Wilkes University’s Graduating Class of 2020

by Vicki Mayk May 15, 2020May 15, 2020

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020

Although the face-to-face commencement ceremony scheduled for May 16 has been postponed until September, Wilkes…
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Meet Super Senior Lacey Bradshaw: College of Science and Engineering

by Vicki Mayk May 14, 2020

May 14, 2020

Lacey Bradshaw Hometown: Needmore, Pa. Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics minor Activities and Achievements: Bradshaw worked…
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Wilkes University Student Pharmacist Harrison Ferro of Berwick, Pa., Receives U.S. Public Health Service Award

by Vicki Mayk May 12, 2020

May 12, 2020

Harrison Ferro of Berwick, Pa., a student in Wilkes University’s Nesbitt School of Pharmacy, is…
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Meet Super Senior Meghan Eller: College of Science and Engineering

by Vicki Mayk May 12, 2020

May 12, 2020

Meghan Eller Hometown: Bethlehem, Pa. Bachelor of Science, Biology, Neuroscience, and Psychology Activities and Achievements: A…
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Meet Super Senior Celine Podlesney: Passan School of Nursing

by Vicki Mayk May 7, 2020

May 7, 2020

Celine Podlesney Hometown: Hazleton, Pa. Bachelor of Science in Nursing Activities and Achievements: Podlesney was pitcher…
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Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy Receives  National Award For Substance-Use Awareness

by Vicki Mayk May 6, 2020May 6, 2020

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020

The Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy was awarded the 2018-2019 Generation Rx National Award…
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Wilkes Graduate Emily Russavage of Dunmore, Pa., Wins National Science Foundation Research Fellowship

by Vicki Mayk May 6, 2020

May 6, 2020

Emily Russavage, a 2020 graduate of Wilkes University, has received a prestigious National Science Foundation…

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1 week ago by WilkesU Happening live right now! Get the link on our home page Wilkes.edu!
1 week ago by WilkesU From @paul_s_adams77 : • Congratulations, Class of 2020! We can’t wait for September 12!
18 hours ago by WilkesU From @paul_s_adams77 : • Today, we welcome Dr. Greg Cant to his first day as President of Wilkes University. This photo of Greg and Angela Cant comes from the day the Cant Family was introduced to our Wilkes community on December 12 at the Sordoni Art Gallery amidst the exhibition, “Two Presidents, One Photographer.” We look forward to how the Cant’s will put their heads and hearts together to lead Wilkes. Welcome Greg, Angela, Eliza and Jackson. #becolonel #forevercolonel
1 week ago by WilkesU Since they didn't get to do so in person, Wilkes University faculty share their well wishes for #Wilkes2020 !
2 weeks ago by WilkesU You’ve had to deal with plenty, #Classof2020 ! Here’s a sweet @spotify playlist made by members of the graduating class - add your own and share! Link to the #Wilkes2020 playlist is in the bio #classof2020 #celebrate #youdidit #forevercolonel
2 weeks ago by WilkesU Are you ready? In less than one hour the virtual conferring of degrees for #Wilkes2020 will commence! Be sure to tune in for the live stream. Link is at Wilkes.edu or in the bio #BeColonel #itshappening #youdidit #classof2020
1 week ago by WilkesU Everything is in place! 10 minutes until the degree conferral ceremony LIVE! @paul_s_adams77
1 day ago by WilkesU #MemorialDay message from @paul_s_adams77 : • On this Memorial Day we remember those members of our military who have given their lives for our freedom. In this post I share the story of a Wilkes hero, Sgt. Alessandro “Sandrino” Plutino. Army sergeant Allesandro Plutino, a native of Pittman, NJ joined the army after he graduated from Wilkes in 2005. Immediately following 9/11, Allesandro wanted to join the Marines, but was unable because of injury. He persisted after his graduation and was still rejected because of athletics injuries from his wrestling career. He rehabbed and trained and eventually was able to enlist…
1 week ago by WilkesU Here are some of the photos the Wilkes Class of 2020 shared to celebrate their graduation. We are so proud of you - congratulations #Wilkes2020 !
2 weeks ago by WilkesU What images did the members of the #Classof2020 share with us to represent their time at #WilkesU ? Click the link in our bio and check out the #Wilkes2020 photo gallery to find out! And be sure to add your own photos and tag @wilkesu and #Wilkes2020 if you share on social. #congratulations #celebrate #youdidit #BeColonel #FamilyofColonels