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Wilkes University was recognized as a 2022-2023 Guard Friendly School by the Pennsylvania National Guard Associations (PNGAS). This program is designed to recognize high schools, colleges, universities and trade schools that meet or exceed the standards that support and promote not only the Pennsylvania National Guard, but the recruitment and…

The 2021-22 list recognizes Wilkes with bronze distinction. For the 11th consecutive year, Wilkes University has been designated a Military Friendly® School by Viqtory Media, parent company of G.I. Jobs magazine. Wilkes was recognized with bronze distinction, which is for institutions offering exceptional military and veteran programs and that scored…

“Do not thank us, just remember us.” That was the message by Wilkes student veteran and earth and environmental science major Michael Parduski during a heartfelt and emotional Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The Veterans Council organized the virtual event which included reflections from across the campus community.…

Wilkes University students, faculty and staff will commemorate Veterans Day across campus with a variety of events. November 7, 4-6 p.m. Henry Student Center first floor lounge, 84 W. South St. Wilkes-Barre: First-year student mentors are hosting a donation drive to prepare baskets and cards for local veterans to be…

Wilkes University has once again been designated a Military Friendly® School by Viqtory Media, parent company of G.I. Jobs magazine. It is the ninth consecutive year that Wilkes has been named to the list, which recognizes the colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to support America’s…