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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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Covid-19 Featured Student Life
Attending Class in the Kitchen: Wilkes University Students Reflect on the Challenges of Remote Learning

by Vicki Mayk April 16, 2020April 16, 2020

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020

It was only supposed to be for a few weeks. But on March 25, Wilkes…

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Behind the Scenes Covid-19 Faculty Spotlight Featured Uncategorized
Wilkes University Faculty Transition to Remote Teaching (The consensus? They Miss Their Students)

by Vicki Mayk March 31, 2020March 31, 2020

March 31, 2020March 31, 2020

Thomas Franko, Wilkes University assistant professor of pharmacy practice, says his teaching philosophy has always…

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Covid-19 Student Life
Wilkes University Health and Wellness Counselors Offer Tips for Managing Anxiety and Fears about COVID-19

by Vicki Mayk March 26, 2020April 3, 2020

March 26, 2020April 3, 2020

Feeling stress caused by the pandemic? Melissa Gaudio, Theresa DaKay and Amanda Leonard, who are…

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Covid-19 Featured News Releases
COVID-19 Update: Wilkes University Extends Remote Learning Through End of Spring Semester 2020

by Vicki Mayk March 25, 2020March 26, 2020

March 25, 2020March 26, 2020

Wilkes University has made the difficult decision to extend remote learning through the end of…

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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 From @paul_s_adams77 : • Congratulations, Class of 2020! We can’t wait for September 12!
1 week 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
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
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
1 week ago by WilkesU Everything is in place! 10 minutes until the degree conferral ceremony LIVE! @paul_s_adams77
1 week ago by WilkesU Happening live right now! Get the link on our home page Wilkes.edu!
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
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 !