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Wilkes University Sophomore Holly Jones: From Camper to Coordinator with WEBS Camp

by Vicki Mayk July 19, 2019July 19, 2019

July 19, 2019July 19, 2019

It’s been a full circle experience for Wilkes University sophomore Holly Jones who has gone…

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Orientation Team: Senior Caitlin Klinger Emphasizes Importance of Community as Civic Engagement Coordinator

by Sarah Bedford July 9, 2019July 9, 2019

July 9, 2019July 9, 2019

Whether it’s helping out jungle cats in need in North Carolina or right here on…

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Orientation Team: Senior Abdul Almeky Guides First-Year Students As E-Mentor Coordinator

by Vicki Mayk June 21, 2019June 21, 2019

June 21, 2019June 21, 2019

Wilkes University senior Abdul Almeky guides first-year students as they begin their Wilkes journey as…

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Senior Alanah Guerrero Leads As Student Government President and Orientation Coordinator

by Samantha Stanich June 5, 2019

June 5, 2019

Wilkes University senior Alanah Guerrero is an advocate for patients as a nursing major and…

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Wilkes University Student Pharmacist Dylan Fox Shows Compassion in Patient Care

by Sarah Bedford May 20, 2019May 20, 2019

May 20, 2019May 20, 2019

Third-year student pharmacist and Spanish major Dylan Fox knows the importance of compassion and empathy…

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Mechanical Engineering Major Ethan Schwartz Applies Classroom Experience to Real-World Opportunities

by Sarah Bedford May 6, 2019May 6, 2019

May 6, 2019May 6, 2019

Junior mechanical engineering major Ethan Schwartz is gaining real-world experience in the classroom as an…

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Dedication and Determination Mark Outstanding Adult Learner Debra Taylor’s Path to A Degree

by Vicki Mayk April 22, 2019April 22, 2019

April 22, 2019April 22, 2019

Debra Taylor of Forty Fort, Pa., received the 2019 Outstanding Adult Learner Award for Wilkes…

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Wilkes Junior Sean Connelly Finds Opportunity Abroad Through Honors Program

by Sarah Bedford April 8, 2019April 8, 2019

April 8, 2019April 8, 2019

Wilkes University junior Sean Connelly never imagined he would study abroad. That changed after a…

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Wilkes University Junior Brianna Schunk Finds Passion in Performance

by Sarah Bedford March 25, 2019April 8, 2019

March 25, 2019April 8, 2019

Wilkes University junior Brianna Schunk entered college with a passion for performance and the drive…

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Junior Computer Science Major Simon Chu Gets A Head Start on Success With Acceptance To Summer Research Program

by Sarah Bedford March 12, 2019March 12, 2019

March 12, 2019March 12, 2019

In spring 2020, Simon Chu will graduate from Wilkes University at the same age most…

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15 hours ago by WilkesU This week in honor of #nationalinternday we celebrate @wilkesuinterns students who are gaining valuable work experience with organizations all over the world. Meet @mark_mullins7 , senior @jayssidhuschool #finance major who is interning this summer with Amphenol Aerospace in Sidney, N.Y. Mark shares what he’s learned so far and why it’s so important. • • • #wilkesu #internships #whatididonmysummervacation #hardworkpaysoff #imaginewilkes #gatewaytothefuture #yourehired
5 days ago by WilkesU #WilkesU professors are there for you - every step of the way. Like @wilkespharm associate professor Kimberly Ference and third-year pharmacy student Zara Mirza. Read Zara’s story on the home page of Wilkes.edu. #ImagineWilkes #mentorship #pharmacy #pharmily #visitwilkes
1 week ago by WilkesU What an amazing #WilkesOrientation weekend. Thanks to everyone who made it happen - and thanks to our new first-year students! #WelcometoWilkes !
6 days ago by WilkesU In this week’s edition of the #ColonelJournal , @lyssa_dubose takes you to the @sordonigallery where it’s #LIT ! Go see this cool exhibit until Aug. 4 #artandscience #industrialdesign #ledlights @lyngodley
2 weeks ago by WilkesU @wilkeswomenslax ・・・ ɴᴏᴛ ᴀ ᴛᴇᴀᴍ, ʙᴜᴛ ᴀ ғᴀᴍɪʟʏ. . Monday morning feels; can’t wait to have everyone back on campus in August. #WilkesLax
2 weeks ago by WilkesU Imagine a place that offers all of the educational opportunities of a large university in the mentoring culture of a small college, open to all who show potential. #ImagineWilkes #gatewaytothefuture #colonelpride Visit us on Friday, July 19! wilkes.edu/openhouse
2 weeks ago by WilkesU “Why wouldn’t I give my time to help my community if I can?” What a world this would be if everyone adopted @wilkessmc major @caitlinklinger ‘s community service philosophy! Read all about her experience as civic engagement coordinator and her work with the first-year student orientation this weekend on the front page of news.wilkes.edu. Thanks for all you do, Caitlin! #wilkesu #colonelpride #communityservice #givingback
2 weeks ago by WilkesU Senior #neuroscience and #biology major Abdul Almeky loves being an e-mentor student coordinator, helping first-year students get acquainted with #WilkesU during summer orientation. Read his story on the cover of news.wilkes.edu.
3 weeks ago by WilkesU What a beautiful Orientation 2019 weekend it has been. Today our incoming first-year students spent the day volunteering at over 20 organizations all over the region including @americanredcross , Ruth’s Place, @wvca_kids , and the @wilkes_barrefamilyymca ! Great job, Colonels!
2 weeks ago by WilkesU Who’s gonna have a blast at Summer Orientation Weekend #2 ? THIS GUY! Along with all of our incoming first-year students. Read five things you didn’t know about orientation on the cover of news.wilkes.edu! #orientation #colonelpride #jdubs #welcometowilkes