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Wilkes University Junior Lindsay Becker Raises Awareness About Sexual Assault Via It’s On Us

by Vicki Mayk April 3, 2020April 3, 2020

April 3, 2020April 3, 2020

Lindsay Becker, a native of Long Island, N.Y., is dedicating her college career to tackling…

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Education Is An Adventure for Pharmacy Student Maverick Reed

by Vicki Mayk March 12, 2020March 12, 2020

March 12, 2020March 12, 2020

Maverick Reed says his biggest personal goal is to “always keep moving, and never cheat…

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Sidhu School Senior Cody Geidel Turns Class Assignment Into A Business

by Vicki Mayk February 17, 2020February 28, 2020

February 17, 2020February 28, 2020

Senior entrepreneurship major Cody Geidel was in a pickle when he had to come up…

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Jess Morandi Designs Her Future at Wilkes University

by Vicki Mayk January 30, 2020January 30, 2020

January 30, 2020January 30, 2020

When she was shopping for colleges, Jess Morandi found herself at a Wilkes University admissions…

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Wilkes University Junior DeAndre DePass Leads as Programming Board President

by Vicki Mayk January 13, 2020January 13, 2020

January 13, 2020January 13, 2020

Wilkes University junior DeAndre DePass has earned an unofficial title on campus. “They call me…

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Wilkes Senior Ashley Abbey Positions Herself for Future in Marketing as Kirby Scholar of Business Development

by Vicki Mayk December 16, 2019

December 16, 2019

Senior Ashley Abbey found her way to Wilkes University while taking a college tour road…

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Wilkes University Junior Juan Astegiano Travels Through Europe During Study Abroad Semester

by Sarah Bedford November 26, 2019November 26, 2019

November 26, 2019November 26, 2019

It wasn’t enough for Wilkes University junior and Argentina native, Juan Astegiano, to spend his…

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Calling The Shots: Wilkes Senior Ben Mandell Pairs Student Athletics with Career in Sports Broadcast

by Sarah Bedford November 12, 2019November 12, 2019

November 12, 2019November 12, 2019

Wilkes University senior Ben Mandell has loved sports since he was a kid. While his…

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Events Featured Student Life Student Spotlight
Wilkes Celebrates Its Commitment To First-Generation College Students on Nov. 8

by Sarah Bedford November 8, 2019November 8, 2019

November 8, 2019November 8, 2019

As a University that was founded to provide an education for the sons and daughters…

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Wilkes Senior Cabrini Rudnicki Makes Headlines as Editor-in-Chief of The Beacon

by Sarah Bedford October 29, 2019

October 29, 2019

Wilkes University senior Cabrini Rudnicki likes the challenge of assembling the weekly campus newspaper, The…

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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 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 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!
2 weeks 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
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 !
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 Since they didn't get to do so in person, Wilkes University faculty share their well wishes for #Wilkes2020 !
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
1 week ago by WilkesU From @paul_s_adams77 : • Congratulations, Class of 2020! We can’t wait for September 12!