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Wilkes University communication studies students will meet a Tanzanian orphan they have sponsored for the last four years when he visits campus from Oct. 6-20. Kihinga George, 21, will arrive in the United States for the 15-day visit sponsored by Linda Winkler, Wilkes University professor of anthropology and sociology, and …

Completion of $1.7 Million Project Opens New Era On Campus Wilkes University formally dedicated its new $1.7 million Gateway – which joins the heart of campus with South Main Street — in a ceremony that kicked off its annual Homecoming weekend on Oct. 2. The dedication, attended by faculty, staff, …

“The Gateway underscores our efforts to support the revitalization of downtown Wilkes-Barre. At the same time, it physically unites our campus, enhancing its beauty as a green oasis in an urban setting.,” said University President Patrick F. Leahy. “Supporting the city and improving our campus infrastructure are two of our …

Evene Estwick, associate professor of communication studies at Wilkes University, was one of 18 fellows at the 2015 Scripps Howard Academic Leadership Academy. The academy is held annually at Louisiana State University’s Manship School of Mass Communication. The competitive, expenses-paid program is designed for new chairs, deans and directors, and …

Wilkes University opens its 83rd academic year by welcoming the largest undergraduate student body in the institution’s history. When classes start on Aug. 31, an estimated 2,400 full- and part-time undergraduate students will be taking classes.  Move-in day for first-year students will be on Friday, Aug. 28 beginning at 6 …

Three Wilkes University students gained hands-on experience recently during a study abroad trip to Tanzania. Nursing student Ariel Velez and pharmacy students Sarah Brozena and Erica Chambers spent two weeks volunteering with grass roots organizations, learning about global health, and enjoying local customs. While the students were away, they shared …

Dr. Robert S. Capin ’501926–2015 Third President of Wilkes College1975–1984 “In pursuing the goals we have established for ourselves, each of us has the obligation to apply our talents to the best of our ability. There is no substitute for excellence.” — Dr. Robert S. Capin ’50 View Dr. Capin’s …

Wilkes University’s graduate creative writing program is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a gala, a ceremony dedicating its building, alumni readings and special workshops for program graduates. The anniversary will be observed during the program’s annual June residency, held from June 19-26 on the University campus. The anniversary celebration begins Friday, …

Project Will Transform Campus, Wilkes-Barre’s South Main Street Wilkes University broke ground today on its campus gateway project that promises to transform both its campus and the South Main Street area in the city of Wilkes-Barre.  The $1 million project will create a dramatic entryway to the Wilkes campus on South …