Wilkes University

Wilkes is a great university the experience was awesome and I'm excited for the next few years. The dorm is good and the campus is decently safe. There are plenty of food options for everyone's needs. The teachers help out and answer all question in and out of office hours.

Wilkes University, like any college, has positives and negatives. I've been attending this University for three years, and have developed ideas of what I deeply appreciate and what feels completely outdated and exploitative. The academics can be frustrating. Some courses predominantly feel bland and unrelated to my major. These classes don't promote any desire for us to teach or remember anything, but instead just to pass a test. I want to learn lessons for living my life and my dream careers, not learn how to memorize a definition and circle the correct multiple choice. Part of this I blame on certain staff members. There are some instructors who clearly have no concern for student welfare or teaching, and when I am in a class with one of these staff members, the only alternative is to teach ourselves and each other. I've survived several classes only due to establishing dependable student groups where we help one another teach what we should be learning in the class itself. The dorms are a disgrace. Besides University Towers, the building that requires two roommates and $5000 per semester, the rooms are tiny, barren, and still pricey. I don't own much outside of clothes and my computer, and one dorm in particular was so small I didn't even have room for a laundry basket, and this room was still several thousand dollars. There was constant breakage of air conditioning units and heaters, mold infestations, and broken furniture. I have a unique experience with campus food. Because I lived in an on-campus dorm, I was forced to buy a meal plan, which is at least $3000 every semester. I've practiced veganism since I was a child for ethical and health-based reasons, but even after informing the University of this, they responded that I would still be required to buy a meal plan but they'd provide three meals a day for me. However, despite being assured otherwise, they constantly didn't have any food that fit my lifestyle. I do not blame the cafeteria workers, as they simply weren't be provided with ingredients to provide a meal. I was repeatedly emailing higher-ups , explaining if they didn't wish to provide a meal for me I understand but then I shouldn't be forced to pay for a meal plan. Every time, they gave the same apology, then the issue quickly arose again. I felt very exploited by this situation, as I don't think it's unreasonable that if I'm being forced to spend thousands on food, I should be given food or be allowed to leave the plan. They took my money, but only provided the service if I constantly reminded them too, and even then, only gave me the bare minimum ingredients. Additionally, my peers have informed me that, even without adhering to a vegan lifestyle, the treatment is not much more improved. Of course, Wilkes University has some benefits, the best being certain staff. I cannot speak for other departments, but as a biology major, I quickly connected with a variety of biology staff that clearly will do everything in their power to help a student whenever they need it. I've very rarely had a problem related to the biology department that wasn't swiftly and easily resolved due to their help. I cannot imagine the difficulty of University without their aid. They are what anyone working at a University should strive to be. The campus is also very inviting. One of the standout features of Wilkes University is the wide range of extracurricular activities available to students. From sports teams and clubs to volunteering opportunities and cultural events, there is something for everyone at Wilkes University. This diverse array of extracurricular activities allows students to explore their interests, develop new skills, and make meaningful connections with their peers. Additionally, even positions of high authority feel less like a superior and more like a helping hand. I've founded a club for aiding animal-based non profits, organized inspiring speeches, and hosted events on university, and staff members were very clear, concise, and gracious in helping me through each of these processes. Overall, I'd say the institutions in this University are lacking. The buildings, bills, and bare-minimum effort into basic student living is shameful. The aspects of Wilkes that I will look fondly back on are the staff members that absolutely deserve the position they're in, who work for the students instead of themselves. They are what makes Wilkes proud!

Wilkes University has created an excellent atmosphere and environment. There are many beautiful and historic buildings that help to bring the campus environment together. They provided an easy transition from a high school to a college environment, since the university functions similarly to a high school. The professors take every opportunity to help guide their students in their studies as well as their future career path. Many of the professors were alumni of Wilkes University and have loved the university so much to the point that they dedicated their career and life to the school. Although there are a few unreasonable and unhelpful professors, there are many others who are genuinely here to help their students. I highly recommend the Nesbitt School of Pharmacy Program, which I am attending currently, because they offer guaranteed seats to first-year incoming freshman. They follow every guideline to ensure that they satisfy every standard to stay an accredited pharmacy school. My experience while dorming on-campus has gone fairly well, and the dorming buildings are nice. However, it is expensive and you must have a meal plan if you are dorming on-campus. Their food services are not the best, and I would much rather prefer to live off-campus solely to be able to buy my own groceries and food. The size of the university is fairly small, so it is easy to know most of the students and faculty. Overall, I would only recommend Wilkes University for students who want to major in nursing or pharmacy due to financial reasons.

The school has a close, tight-knit community feel for it in which everyone cares for each other. The professors are always around to help you learn something you are not understanding. Also, there are many good sports teams on campus as well as many activities so you are never bored.

I honestly love Wilkes and all it has to offer for students. It makes you constantly want to strive and compete for the batter and that’s what we all want. With the people and professors around campus there’s nothing that could ever go wrong. Wilkes is the place to be in my eyes.

Wilkes University is a good school but they are definitely biased towards sports and the Science majors; however, this is not to say that the other majors are severely lacking.

The campus is beautiful, most professors are kind. As someone with health issues, I find it hard to reach out and ask for help. There doesn't seem to be much room for not being the best, which is discouraging for average students. I am embarrassed for having failed two classes. The dining hall food usually has a good variety. You are required to take certain classes that don't seem suitable for your major.

Professors at Wilkes University are extremely educated in their discipline, and are urging students to pursue further research regardless of their major. I've had English professors encourage Pharmacy students to enrich their language skills. I've had lab instructors put peers on to research opportunities that are on campus, thus, extremely accessible.

Wilkes is a great school. I've been to one of there camps over the summer and I really like their programs and facilities. Being so close to my home is a great person too. I can save money by commuting and be close to my family. Hopefully I'll be a Colonel by Fall.

Wilkes University is located in the sleepy little town of Wilke - Barre , Pennsylvania. Wilkes - Barre is a small town going nowhere fast. It is usually quiet and there is really not much to do after 9pm. However on the university campus there a lot of fun things going. The university tries to keep life interesting after dark. They sponsor many activities such as bingos and casino nights. These events are fun because you get to meet new people and maybe if you are lucky will win a prize. Prizes include but are not limited to electronic game systems, mac books and sometimes even televisions. Our professors sometimes mix and mingle at these events. It is a gun time for everyone who chooses to attend. Wilkes University also offers students the opportunity to purchase discount movie tickets for the movie theater in town. Students can purchase a movie ticket for three dollars. Then after class or in the evening students can walk into town and attend a movie. Downtown Wilkes- Barre also has many restaurants in the downtown alsomwithin walking distance of the University. The best thing about Wilkes is it’s a small campus with small class sizes. Professors are very accessible and approachable. They work very hard with the students to help them succeed.

Wilkes University provides excellent education programs. I completed my Master's Degree through Wilkes University and am now working on my Doctoral Degree. The professors are always available to help and are active outside of the classroom. Many of them travel the world helping spread education. Wilkes University prides itself in being a global university. The online courses provide a great discussion platform that allows all of us to share and discuss our ideas even though some of my classmates are in different countries.

It is a nice small university, with all the opportunities of a large university. There is a large number of majors to choice from as well as a variety of clubs to get involved with that may have nothing to do with your major. Everyone makes you feel welcome and professors want you to succeed, you aren't just a number at Wilkes. Wilkes-Barre can be sketchy at times and while I have never had a problem while on the beautiful campus or off campus in the small city, Public Safety is always available making sure everyone feels secure.

I love Wilkes. The town in which it is situated is dicey, but the Wilkes campus is beautiful and very well patrolled. I feel safe on campus. The cafeteria offers numerous selections and the food is delicious. Also, there are a number of smaller cafes right on campus and great, affordable restaurants a short walk off campus (10 minutes). Wilkes' buildings are a mixture of old, ivy, mansions, and brand new modern builds. It's a cool campus, cool vibe, and great institution.

My over all opinion of Wilkes University is that it is an amazing school for everyone. There are endless clubs to join and people to meet. Wilkes University gave me an amazing opportunity to live my life. Giving time for clubs and activities is an awesome idea because it gives everyone a chance to be on the same page and meet up.

Wilkes is an amazing school to attend! Personally I know the most about science majors but there are opportunities for other interests as well! one of my high school teachers is a wilkes alum and raves about his time there was a political science major. for the theater and arts majors, we have the Dorothy Dixon Darte center which is all for the performing arts and we recently began expanding and showing work in the Sordoni Art Gallery. There is something for absolutely everyone at Wilkes. another bonus for the science majors is the renovations being done in the Stark Learning Center, which will soon be filled with plenty of brand new science and engineering labs!