When imagining what it’s like to be a pharmacist, a familiar image often comes to mind: a person in a white coat behind the counter filling prescriptions. The reality is so much more. For high school students who may be considering a future in the pharmacy field, RxExperience at Wilkes …
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Wilkes University announced today that it has joined the Google AI for Education Accelerator program to offer career-focused resources for students. The program, a national initiative to support AI skill building, includes access to valuable training resources and tools that can be used for research, classroom projects, professional development and …
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On Tues., Feb. 3, a flag of red, black and green was raised above the Wilkes University campus in the Fenner Quadrangle as part of a celebration for Black History Month hosted by the Office of Diversity Initiatives, E.S. Farley Library and Black Student Union. Created in 1920 by Marcus …
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Wilkes University will celebrate Black History Month with a variety of lectures and events. Pan-African Flag Raising and Coffee Hour Tuesday, Feb. 3 from 11:00 a.m. to noon outside the E.S. Farley Library Join the Office of Diversity Initiatives, E.S. Farley Library, and Black Student Union for a Pan African …
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Members of the University community and invited guests gathered in November to dedicate the Dr. Bing K. Wong College of Arts and Sciences and offer thanks to the donor who made the naming of the College possible. With 25 undergraduate majors and two graduate programs spread throughout multiple buildings on …
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After careful reflection and many years of distinguished service, President Greg Cant, has informed the Board of Trustees of his intention to retire in August 2026. David Ward, senior vice president and provost, will assume the role of chief operating officer and provost effective immediately to support the University in …
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Wilkes University has received two grants, totaling more than $1.2 million, from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support innovation and workforce development within the region. “This is a tremendous achievement for our faculty as well as the greater community,” said President Greg Cant, noting the competitive nature of NSF …
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Wilkes University’s Nesbitt School of Pharmacy is proud to support the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) We’re Your Pharmacist campaign to promote the vital patient care provided by hospital and health-system pharmacists. The Nesbitt School of Pharmacy is one of the first seven schools of pharmacy in the nation …
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“Entrepreneurship is not a solo venture,” says Terry Chase, executive director of the newly established Cohen Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. “It takes the support of multiple parties and that is the role that the CCEI is designed to fulfill.” Formed in 2025 as a result of a transformative gift …
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Wilkes University continues to be ranked among national universities in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges ranking of American colleges and universities. For 2026, Wilkes stands at 318 among 434 national universities. This is the 22nd consecutive year Wilkes has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report and …