News@Wilkes

Ultimate Frisbee Practice 11/17/25
2025-11-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Come join the Wilkes Ultimate Frisbee Team for a fun practice in the MAC at 5:00pm!
Organized by: Wilkes Berries Ultimate Frisbee Team

FSA ID & FAFSA Overview Virtual Presentation
2025-11-17 17:30 - 18:30
Prospective students and their families are invited to join us virtually for an FSA ID and FAFSA Overview presentation, hosted by Wilkes University’s Office of Student Financial Services. We will walk you through what an FSA ID is, who needs one, and how to get started with the FAFSA. Our financial aid team will break it all down for you and share the latest information – no stress, just helpful support and tips from the comfort of your couch!

Chess Chuesday
2025-11-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-02 11:00 - 12:00
We will be playing and teaching chess in SLC 377 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Organized by: Chess Club

Career Development Month: Collaging Your Career
2025-11-18 11:00 - 13:00
Explore your career values, goals, and skills in a creative, hands-on workshop. Using collage and visual storytelling, you’ll reflect on what matters most in your career journey and translate your insights into actionable steps. Facilitated by collage artist Joanna Wallace, this session offers a relaxed, focused environment where students can express themselves, discover key NACE competencies to strengthen, and identify next steps for your professional growth. All supplies are provided! No artistic experience required, just bring your curiosity! Seating is limited so be sure to register early on Handshake!
Organized by: Center for Career Development & Internships (CCDI)

RHC Scavenger Hunt
2025-11-18 11:00 - 13:00
Take a walk around campus and try to find the hidden prizes!
Organized by: Residence Hall Council

WEBS Thanksgiving Bake Sale #1
2025-11-18 11:00 - 2025-11-20 13:00
Support WEBS by buying homemade baked goods! All funds will be used to support the WEBS summer science camp.
Organized by: We’re Empowered by Science (WEBS)

WEBS after school lab 4
2025-11-18 14:45 - 17:30
Group leaders or snack coordinators will have to sign in for attendance. Group leaders will take a group of middle schoolers and escort them to the labs. They will assist in the lab and engage with the students. Group leaders will also escort their group back to the SUB. Snack coordinators lay out the snacks for the kids.
Organized by: We’re Empowered by Science (WEBS)

The Art of Ohm: Yoga with Catherine
2025-11-18 17:00 - 18:00
Join us to rest and recharge with the return of this popular series. The Art of Ohm is a free program centered on mindfulness and restoration through Yoga and Meditation. All semester long, we invite you to slow down, reconnect, and restore balance in the Sordoni Art Gallery.

Please bring your own yoga mat, blankets, pillow, or bolsters. Dress in light layers since the gallery can get cold. This is a yoga-based practice.

Creative Writing Information Session
2025-11-18 19:00 - 20:00
Learn more about the Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing at our online information sessions. Meet the program director, hear about how our nationally ranked program works and take a free craft class to sharpen your skills.

Ultimate Frisbee Practice 11/18/25
2025-11-18 20:00 - 22:00
Come join the Wilkes Ultimate Frisbee Team for a fun practice in the MAC at 8:00pm!
Organized by: Wilkes Berries Ultimate Frisbee Team

Christian Fellowship Meeting
2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:30
Join us as we read scripture and talk about the Christian faith. We’re in the Savitz Lounge every Wednesday at 7 pm, and our meetings are open to all students. Please stop by!
Organized by: Christian Fellowship Club

A Dose of Fun
2025-11-20 11:00 - 12:00
Come play games and win prizes with Pre-Pharmacy Club! This is the perfect way to destress before finals and hang with friends before break. We will have gift card prizes for the winners and a door prize basket that you have the chance to win!
Organized by: Pre-Pharmacy Club

Snack & Study - Find Your Campus Study Spot!
2025-11-20 11:00 - 13:00
Looking for a comfortable place to study (with snacks)? Join us for Snack and Study – an open study hall every other Thursday from 11-1pm in Conyngham 101 (Colonels’ Learning Lounge). Bring your work, grab a snack, and find your study “home” on campus!

Organized by: Office of Academic Success

Snack & Study
2025-11-20 11:00 - 13:00
Looking for a productive place to get work done between classes? Join us for Snack & Study- a welcoming study space with free drinks and snacks to help you stay focused. Held in Conyngham Hall, room 101 – Colonels Learning Lounge, All are welcome!

Organized by the Office of Student Success.

WEBS Thanksgiving Bake Sale #2
2025-11-20 11:00 - 13:00

The Art of Ohm: Meditation & Sound Bath with Tracy of Positive Vibes
2025-11-20 17:00 - 18:00

Transgender Day of Remembrance Candlelight Vigil
2025-11-20 19:00 - 22:00
A day to remember those who were lost to violence against Transgender people.
Organized by: Wilkes Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA)

Ultimate Frisbee Practice 11/20/25
2025-11-20 20:00 - 22:00

Career Development Month: Cupcakes and Coffee
2025-11-21 08:30 - 16:30
Join the staff and Career Peer Ambassadors of the Center for Career Development and Internships for cupcakes and coffee as we wind down this year’s Career Development Month activities ahead of Thanksgiving break! Let us know your thoughts on the month’s events. Make suggestions for future activities! Or just drop in for a cuppa and a chat. We’d love to see and hear from you!
Organized by: Center for Career Development & Internships (CCDI)

Artventurers: What is a Home? Paper Collage
2025-11-22 12:00 - 14:00
Sordoni Gallery Artventurers, invites young explorers and their families to discover the world of art through creativity, curiosity, and hands-on fun. Each session offers a hands-on activity and storytime with the Osterhout Free Library. New Artventurers will receive a free sketch book to collect their badges.

For this Artventurers session, families will explore the idea of home. What is it? Where is it? Who makes it? Inspired by Zughaib’s block-color painting style, we will be using cut-paper collage to create our responses to these questions.

November Mall Shopping Shuttle
2025-11-23 13:00 - 17:00
The mall shopping shuttle is underway on Sunday, November 23!🛍 Take a trip to the Wyoming Valley Mall, Target, and Walmart for all your shopping needs. The shuttle will run from 1PM-5PM with departures from campus happening at the top of every hour (1PM, 2PM, 3PM, 4PM, and 5PM). Make sure you check into suitable at the info desk prior to leaving campus!
Organized by: Student Development

(ISA)-Friendsgiving
2025-11-24 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for a great Friendsgiving feast. We will have lots of food and fun activities.
Organized by: International Student Ambassador Club (ISA)

Wilkes Berries' Berrysgiving Party
2025-11-24 18:30 - 20:00
The Wilkes Berries Ultimate Frisbee team will be having their end of the semester Berrysgiving party at 6:30pm
Organized by: Wilkes Berries Ultimate Frisbee Team

Football "Career Playbook" Series: Spring Internship Prep
2025-11-25 11:00 - 12:30
Wrap up the season and get your game plan ready for spring internships. Learn how to leverage your skills, experiences, and athletic mindset to tackle applications, interviews, and career opportunities with confidence.
Organized by: Center for Career Development & Internships (CCDI)

GeoExplorers Club Meeting
2025-11-25 12:00 - 13:00
General meeting for the GeoExplorers Club
Organized by: GeoExplorers

Ultimate Frisbee Practice 12/1/25
2025-12-01 17:00 - 19:00

Student Government Class of 2029 Christmas Movie Night
2025-12-01 19:00 - 21:00
The Student Government Class of 2029 will be hosting a Christmas-themed movie night. We are hoping to host this event on December 1 at 7 PM in the Savitz Lounge. We will show movies, play board games, and provide popcorn and drinks. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring blankets so they can relax and enjoy the evening before a busy finals week.
Organized by: Student Government

Holiday Shopping Event
2025-12-02 10:00 - 14:00
Save the date! Shop local, support your community, and get in the holiday spirit! 🎁💙 Join your fellow Colonels for a cozy day of holiday shopping on Tuesday, December 2 for treats and cheer — right here on campus in the Student Center! ✨
Organized by: Student Development

The Academic Advantage: Final Countdown
2025-12-02 11:00 - 12:00
Location: Conyngham 113

Learn practical strategies to study more and stress less.

For more information about The Office of Academic Success and academic support services for Wilkes students, please visit the Academic Success webpage.
