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White House Photographer Pete Souza Delivers Lecture On Oct. 15 at Wilkes University
The work of legendary White House photographer Pete Souza will be featured when the Sordoni Art Gallery at Wilkes University presents Two Presidents, One Photographer. As a prelude to the exhibition, Souza will deliver a lecture a lecture at 7 p.m. on ...
Sep 26, 2019, 8:48am EDT
Wilkes University Welcomes Back Alumni During Homecoming 2019 From Oct. 4 to 6
Wilkes University will welcome alumni back to campus for the 2019 Homecoming weekend. The event, held Oct. 4 to 6, celebrates old friends, new memories and exciting campus improvements. The weekend will be highlighted by two dedications. At 11:30 a....
Sep 25, 2019, 9:50am EDT
Wilkes University Students Receive Pennsylvania Association of Developmental Educators (PADE) Scholarships
Two Wilkes University students were awarded the Pennsylvania Association of Developmental Educators (PADE) Scholarships. PADE is a statewide professional, non-profit, educational organization addressing the needs and interests of developmental educator...
Sep 25, 2019, 9:04am EDT
Marco Kaye of Maplewood, N.J., Wins 2019 James Jones First Novel Fellowship Competition
The 28th Annual James Jones First Novel Fellowship awarded first place and $10,000 to Marco Kaye of Maplewood, N.J., for his novel titled Levon. The competition is co-sponsored by the Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing at Wilkes Univers...
Sep 19, 2019, 1:47pm EDT
Wilkes University Theatre Presents Doubt, A Parable, Sept. 26-29
Wilkes University Theatre presents the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play, Doubt, A Parable. The performances will take place on Sept. 26, 27 and 28 at 8 p.m. with matinee performances on Sept. 28 and 29 at 2 p.m. The production is at Wilkes' D...
Sep 18, 2019, 11:15am EDT
The Family Business Alliance Presents Who Is Your Weakest Link? On Sept. 25 at Penn State Worthington Scranton
The Family Business Alliance of Wilkes University and Penn State Worthington Scranton presents "Who Is Your Weakest Link?," a program using a live demonstration format to explore cybersecurity threats that could harm a business. It will be held on Sep...
Sep 18, 2019, 11:11am EDT
Kishan Zuber Named Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing at Wilkes University
Kishan Zuber has joined Wilkes University as the vice president of enrollment management and marketing. Zuber oversees undergraduate and graduate admissions offices, enrollment services, financial aid and marketing. With her leadership, Wilkes will con...
Sep 12, 2019, 8:49am EDT
Wilkes University Education Student Receives Career Development Grant From the American Association of University Women
Wilkes University graduate student Yosara Gonzalez of Hazle Township, Pa., is the recipient of a career development grant from the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Gonzalez is currently pursuing her Master of Science degree in middle le...
Sep 10, 2019, 3:46pm EDT
Wilkes University's Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing Hosts Norman Mailer Society Conference, Oct. 10-12
Wilkes University's Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing will host the Norman Mailer Society annual conference, "Mailer on Politics, Public Life, and Pop Culture," from Oct. 10-12 on campus. Mailer, who died in 2007 at 84, was the foundin...
Sep 10, 2019, 11:01am EDT
American Revolution's Influence on Constitution Is Focus of Constitution Day Lecture at Wilkes University, Sept. 17
Wilkes University will observe Constitution Day on Tues., Sept. 17 with a lecture exploring how the American Revolution shaped the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. John Hepp, professor at history at Wilkes, will speak on the topic at 11 a.m. in roo...
Sep 10, 2019, 9:51am EDT