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This past June, four undergraduate students in the sociology / criminology program at Wilkes attended the annual meetings of the American Sociological Association (ASA) and the Society for the Study of Social Problems (SSSP) in Chicago. Accompanied by professors Andrew Wilczak and Kaitlyn Langendoerfer, students Alyssa Donnini, Lindsey Kausmeyer, Courtney …

Wilkes University welcomed 14 new faculty members for the fall 2025 semester: The new faculty and their areas of specialization include:David Carey joined the College of Arts and Sciences as an associate professor of computer science in the Department of Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science. He previously served as chair …

With just a click or two, you can help SHINE of Luzerne County at Wilkes University secure a People’s Choice award — and a $5,000 prize — from the United Way of Wyoming Valley. SHINE is an after-school program for students in first through eighth grade. But the program does …

Wilkes University awarded degrees to more than 400 graduates in the McHale Athletic Center during summer commencement. The program included a welcome from David Ward, senior vice president and provost. Ben Toll, associate professor of political science and chair of the Faculty Affairs Council, and Brian Bogert, member of the …

Wilkes University launched a new certificate program in medicinal cannabis for the fall 2025 semester. Aimed at both current and aspiring healthcare professionals, this program will help meet the growing demand for workers with an understanding of cannabis and cannabis-related products. The 16-credit, fully online program provides students with an …

Administrators, faculty, staff and students, as well as members of the surrounding community, recently gathered to celebrate the dedication of the Dr. Richard Abbas Alley School of Education at Wilkes University. Alley, local physician, philanthropist and humanitarian, built a career providing exceptional care to patients in northeastern Pennsylvania for decades. He …

At Wilkes, Isabella “Bella” Lesante will “turn passion into purpose, and purpose into impact.” Lesante, a transfer student, is following her vision to help others.  For over 20 years, Lesante, from Sugarloaf, Pennsylvania, has been involved with Community Services for Sight, a local, non-profit organization whose mission is to help …

On Tuesday, Sept. 9, Wilkes University’s Center for Continued Learning will present a free screening of the documentary Recovery City, followed by a panel discussion with the film’s Producer and Director, Lisa Olivieri, as part of their ongoing Healthcare Seminars.  Designed for working healthcare professionals, the screening and panel discussion …

Wilkes University has received the largest individual donation in its history to support its College of Arts and Sciences.  The leadership level gift, given by professor emeritus of mathematics Bing K. Wong, PhD, will support the key strategic objectives of the university. “In 1968, I was appointed professor and chairman …

Following a summer of maintenance and a quick change to the season opener, the Sordoni Art Gallery at Wilkes University will host a new exhibit and a heightened commitment to community engagement. After going dark this summer for planned maintenance, the Sordoni Art Gallery at Wilkes University planned to open …