Wilkes University will hold its summer commencement ceremony on Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. in the Henry Gymnasium of the Arnaud C. Marts Sports and Conference Center. More than 400 graduates will receive bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees at the event. Helen Davis, associate professor of English at Wilkes University, …
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The ranking recognizes Wilkes for its contribution to the public good through educational access, research and service. Wilkes University is among the nation’s top colleges and universities included in Washington Monthly’s annual rankings of higher education institutions and what they are doing for the country. Wilkes is ranked 133rd in …
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A drumroll please, for the new spirit mark. Wilkes University students, faculty and staff gathered outside of Weckesser Hall on Aug. 29, rallying with the Colonel athletic teams as the new spirit mark was unveiled from the balcony. The mark is a new logo to be used by athletics and …
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Wilkes University alumnus Joseph P. Lavelle ’79 of Washington, D.C., was recognized by The Best Lawyers in America, a peer-reviewed ranking recognizing lawyers for their professional excellence across the United States. This is the 26th edition of the publication. Lavelle graduated from Wilkes in 1979 with a bachelor of science …
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The resident assistants lined the pathway of Waller North and South, clapping and cheering for the newest class of Colonels. This was just one of many residence halls where students were moving in. Welcome Weekend at Wilkes University kicked-off at 8 a.m. with move-in day for first-year students across campus. …
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Wilkes University welcomes students to campus for its 87th academic year during Welcome Weekend from Aug. 23 to 25. The weekend of events is a prelude to the start of classes on Monday, Aug. 26. Welcome Weekend Move-in day and First-Year Foundations Convocation for first-year and transfer students will be …
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Summer isn’t sleepy at Wilkes University. Residencies for master’s and doctoral degree programs, students and faculty engaging in research, camps and more kept campus busy during June, July and most of August. Summer was also a time of transition, with the official departure of President Patrick F. Leahy on July …
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With less than a week before classes starting, one group of Wilkes students is already pulling long days. The Wilkes University Marching Colonels have spent the last week marching to the beat of their own drum, tuba and routine during band camp. But before they don their uniforms and perfect …
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Wilkes University’s online teaching master’s degree and letter of endorsement program aids districts in new Pennsylvania legislation. Wilkes University’s School of Education continues to be a solution for districts and education professionals, offering a variety of relevant degrees and professional development programs for today’s educator. The State of Pennsylvania recently …
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Wilkes University Theatre announces its 2019-2020 season. The season presents a variety of shows from thought-provoking dramas to musical comedies and Shakespearean classics.All performances will be held in the Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts. General admission to the plays Doubt and The Tragedy of Julius Caesar is …