What’s happening this week in Downtown Wilkes Barre!
Check out what’s happening this week in downtown Wilkes-Barre!
Faculty and Staff
Today @ Wilkes news for faculty and staff.
Please join The University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC) for an all staff meeting Wednesday March 4th, 2026 from 12pm-1pm. All staff are invited and encouraged to attend!
The University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC) calls an all-staff meeting to provide an opportunity for Staff to discuss their thoughts on the current budget situation and campus changes at Wilkes. The goal of the meeting… Read More »Please join The University Staff Advisory Committee (USAC) for an all staff meeting Wednesday March 4th, 2026 from 12pm-1pm. All staff are invited and encouraged to attend!
AFS @ Wilkes Black History Month 2026 Keynote Speaker, Dr Scott Hancock
Africana Studies at Wilkes University presents:“IT WAS A GOOD DAY: BLACK OPTIMISTIC REALISM AND LAW IN THE UNITED STATES”A Black History Month Talk by Dr Scott HancockTuesday, February 24th, 20266:00 PMJPAC In 1992, artist Ice… Read More »AFS @ Wilkes Black History Month 2026 Keynote Speaker, Dr Scott Hancock
Student Networking Opportunity: POWER! Networking Night – Feb. 26
Students are invited to attend an upcoming Wilkes-Barre POWER! Networking Night at Bettelli’s Villa on Thursday, February 26 from 6–8 p.m. Wilkes-Barre POWER! is a membership-driven nonprofit that hosts monthly networking events designed to support professional development, foster business growth,… Read More »Student Networking Opportunity: POWER! Networking Night – Feb. 26
Mail and Package Deliveries – February 23
There will be no mail or package deliveries today, February 23. Please bring outgoing mail to the Mailroom. You are welcome to pick up interoffice mail and packages at the Mailroom. Contact Carrie Marko with… Read More »Mail and Package Deliveries – February 23
Register for Active Shooter Response Training on Feb. 26
Wilkes University is committed to keeping our campus community safe and well-informed. As part of that commitment, we will host a Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) training session at 11 a.m. on Thursday,… Read More »Register for Active Shooter Response Training on Feb. 26
Seeking Nominations for Outstanding Adult Learner
Wilkes University’s Office of Admissions is seeking nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Adult Learner Award. To be considered for the award, the adult learner must: (1) be 24 years of age or older at… Read More »Seeking Nominations for Outstanding Adult Learner
Class of 2026 Senior Portraits
Senior Portraits are happening March 9–13 on the 1st Floor of the Henry Student Center! 🎓 Cap & gown will be provided. There is no cost to sit for your photo, and you’ll be able… Read More »Class of 2026 Senior Portraits
Eating Disorders Awareness Event
Please join the Morgan’s Message club at our eating disorders education event hosted by Wilkes alum Justine Beneski on February 26th 11-12 in the library basement (Farley 002), during Eating Disorders Awareness Week! The event… Read More »Eating Disorders Awareness Event
KKΨ Panera Bread Fundraiser – TODAY
Kappa Kappa Psi is hosting a fundraiser at Panera Bread in Wilkes-Barre today from 4-8pm. Please stop by and use the code FUND4U or mention this fundraiser to the cashier. Thank you!