Many educators will agree that teaching is a calling. It takes a dedicated and passionate person to be able to influence the next generation of learners. For Ben Kubic, some might say the “call” came from “inside [his] house.” There is simply no way to prepare for your first day …
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Ross Hall was abuzz with laughter and chatter on Feb. 4 as community members came together to celebrate the completed renovations that transformed the former residence hall into a student-centered space serving the needs of campus clubs and organizations. Student Government chose Ross Hall as a new location for dedicated …
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When Liv Serkosky, ‘26, earned an elementary school role in a production of The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr. at KISS Theater, she knew she was bound for the stage. “It wasn’t a question of if I should perform, but when,” said Serkosky, an Exeter, Pennsylvania native who wanted …
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Though marketing and engineering students seemingly come from two different worlds, they have a lot in common when it comes to envisioning their next start-up. Through a unique learning collaboration in BEGR 411, students in the College of Business and Engineering (COBE) experienced the power of blending their majors and …
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Wilkes University’s Division of Performing Arts is excited to present its winter concert series from Nov. 24 through Dec. 7, 2024 at the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. The concerts, which showcase vocal, orchestral and band performances, are free and open to …
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Community service is a year-long need, but during the upcoming holiday season, there are special opportunities to stir up conversation. Wilkes University’s core values include community and service and Wilkes Women’s Soccer has risen to the occasion. For the past four years, members of the Wilkes Women’s Soccer team have …
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Building Blocks Learning Center is set to open their new South Main Street Early Learning Academy this fall. Wilkes University has announced the next phase of the development of 116 South Main Street. Building Blocks Learning Center will open their new South Main Street Early Learning Academy on the first …
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The Borzell family has presented Wilkes University with a check for $10,000 and awarded an additional $21,417 in scholarships to 13 Wyoming Area High School graduates. The gifts are proceeds from the 2022 John Anthony “Beno” Borzell Golf Tournament. The event, now in its 11th year, has raised $215,000 to …
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Wilkes University has announced the following faculty members who have been promoted and awarded tenure: Carole Baddour was promoted to associate professor of mechanical engineering and granted tenure. A native of Canada, Baddour joined Wilkes in 2017 after teaching at Collégial international Sainte-Anne, a private college in Montréal, Québec. In …
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Prahlad Murthy, professor of civil and environmental engineering at Wilkes University, was recognized with the Partner of the Year Award in the Higher Education Category by The Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School (PA Cyber) Polytechnic Academy. He was one of 15 award recipients at the inaugural Poly Awards. The award ceremonies, …