The College of Arts and Sciences is the place where you can discover and pursue your
passions.
Within the College of Arts and Sciences, students are challenged to develop critical
thinking skills, enrich their written and oral communication, foster their research
skills and cultivate a sense of civic responsibility. It’s the perfect combination
of practical skill building, personal development and engagement with diverse subjects
to prepare for a variety of career paths. Whether you aspire to practice law, become
a physician or preserve the past, you’ll find our programs offer the support and hands-on
experience you need to achieve your goals.
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based on self-reported survey data.
Our Faculty
Faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences work closely with students and offer academic,
personal and professional mentoring to set students up for future success. Many majors
in the College of Arts and Science also offer pre-professional opportunities such
as field experience and internships to prepare students for a fulfilling career or
for postgraduate study.
Within the College of Arts and Sciences, students are challenged to develop critical
thinking skills, enrich their written and oral communication, foster their research
skills and cultivate a sense of civic responsibility. It’s the perfect combination
of practical skill building, personal development and engagement with diverse subjects
to prepare for a variety of career paths.
Whether you aspire to practice law, become a physician or preserve the past, you’ll
find our programs offer the support and hands-on experience you need to achieve your
goals.
1/3 — Yugadi Hullur '22 - Biology and Chemistry
I didn't expect to have such strong connections with my professors, leading to other opportunities like internships. The student-to-faculty ratio here is phenomenal.
Wilkes University provided me with unique opportunities that set me up for success in my career as a medical laboratory scientist. These experiences set me apart during my application and job hunting process.
Emily Kamieniecki ’20 - Tissue Typing Laboratory Scientist, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
1/5 — Kristopher Tjornhom - Musical Theatre '20,Professional Actor and Performer
Wilkes helped show me that the peers around me were the connections I needed to be making. I have friends who send auditions just because they think I would be good for the role, or they’re producers and directors that want me in their show.
Kristopher Tjornhom - Musical Theatre '20,Professional Actor and Performer
Some of the unique things that I’ve learned from Wilkes came from stagecraft, costume and other technical skills that I use in my profession and daily life.
Joshua Shepard - Musical Theatre '19,Professional Actor and Performer
Being at Wilkes was a safe space for me to discover my identity.
Liv Serkosky - Honors Student
Wilkes was a place for me to foster my intelligence and critical thinking. Keep your options open. Don’t be afraid to go off road and see what happens.
We build the sets, we do the lighting, we do everything working towards the show. A lot of other schools don’t get that experience and it really gives you an appreciation for everything that happens backstage.
Kristopher Tjornhom '20 - Performing Arts
1/5 — Danielle Morris - DDMA '23, Social Media Coordinator
I always felt comfortable sharing my ideas, even when they weren’t fully formed, because I knew I was in an environment that encouraged growth.
Danielle Morris - DDMA '23, Social Media Coordinator
I love my job. I work closely with dope athletes, inspire the next generation of creatives, and also work with some of the most creative minds in all of college athletics.
Lamont Brown '20 - Assistant Director of Graphic Design, University of Connecticut Athletics
I’ve always liked math. It’s so clear-cut and definite. There’s no gray space.
Sarah Hoffman ’20 - Mathematics and Dance
As a history major at Wilkes, I’ve enjoyed learning how to think more critically about history and how to research historical events. Studying history at Wilkes was one of the best decisions I’ve made
William Billingsley '21 - Political Science and History
I love what I do. Going to class doesn’t even feel like work. I have the best professors and the best people around me.
Sydney Cogswell '21 - Political Science and Criminology/Pre-Law
