2020 Year In Review

Wilkes students unite against systemic hate and racism The killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Rayshard Brooks and Ahmaud Arbery rocked the nation and lead to honest conversations about how the nation can resolve racial divide. At Wilkes, it led to a semester of advocacy, peace and unity.  The most recent…

During a time defined by our social distance, Wilkes faculty, students and staff did their best to remain connected virtually. A host of events designed to bring the community together found a place on virtual platforms that allowed even those from great distances to reconnect with their beloved Wilkes. If…

One of the many things that makes Wilkes University so special are the faculty and staff members who go above and beyond every day. That has never been more apparent than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Several departments, divisions and specific individuals were celebrated this fall in recognition of their contributions…

The events of the past year have challenged us in ways we could never have predicted. Though there is much to be grateful for – our return to campus, our continued health and promising vaccine developments – 2021 will continue to present challenges that impact the ways in which we…

Wilkes celebrates a safe return to campus and a successful fall semester  As we embarked on this academic year, the phrase “Colonels Combat COVID” became the rallying cry and mission for the students, faculty and staff at Wilkes University.  Eager to return to campus after a sudden departure in March,…

In November, Wilkes received official notification reaffirming the University’s accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This significant accomplishment is an expression of confidence in Wilkes University’s commitment to educational excellence, our compliance with standards of quality and the strong participation of our campus community in the self-study…

Ana Pérez always had a knack for art and creative pursuits. It’s one of the many reasons she chose digital design and media art as her major at Wilkes. Now, thanks to a new holiday tradition, friends of Wilkes near and far can enjoy her talents, too.  Pérez’s design was…

The late faculty member has been conferred the title Professor Emeritus and is the recipient of the inaugural Arthur J. Hoover Legacy Award. Musician, mentor and friend. These are just some of the words used to describe the late Dr. Steven Thomas by Wilkes University faculty, students and alumni. Now,…