As the academic year 2024-2025 approaches, students, faculty, and staff of Wilkes University are gearing up for another exciting and challenging year. To help everyone stay on track, we've put together a comprehensive calendar of important dates and events for the upcoming academic year.
Academic Calendar Highlights
Before diving into the detailed calendar, here are some key highlights to keep in mind:
The fall semester begins on August 26, 2024, and ends on December 14, 2024. The spring semester starts on January 13, 2025, and concludes on May 10, 2025. Winter break is from December 15, 2024, to January 12, 2025. Spring break is from March 9, 2025, to March 15, 2025.
Fall Semester 2024
Here are the important dates for the fall semester:
August 26, 2024: Fall semester begins September 2, 2024: Labor Day (no classes) September 9, 2024: Add/Drop period ends September 23, 2024: Midterm exams begin October 7, 2024: Midterm break (no classes) October 14, 2024: Midterm grades due November 11, 2024: Veterans Day (no classes) November 25, 2024: Thanksgiving break begins (no classes) December 2, 2024: Classes resume December 14, 2024: Fall semester ends
Spring Semester 2025
Here are the important dates for the spring semester:
January 13, 2025: Spring semester begins January 20, 2025: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no classes) January 27, 2025: Add/Drop period ends February 17, 2025: Presidents' Day (no classes) March 9, 2025: Spring break begins (no classes) March 16, 2025: Classes resume March 24, 2025: Midterm exams begin April 7, 2025: Midterm break (no classes) April 14, 2025: Midterm grades due May 5, 2025: Final exams begin May 10, 2025: Spring semester ends
Other Important Dates
May 17, 2025: Commencement ceremony June 1, 2025: Summer session begins August 25, 2025: Summer session ends
University Events
Wilkes University hosts a variety of events throughout the academic year, including:
Orientation: August 22-25, 2024 (fall semester) and January 10-13, 2025 (spring semester) Homecoming: October 11-12, 2024 Family Weekend: September 20-22, 2024 Grad Fair: March 18-19, 2025 Commencement: May 17, 2025
Important Contacts
If you have any questions or concerns about the academic calendar or university events, please don't hesitate to reach out to the following contacts:
Registrar's Office: 570-408-2000 or Student Affairs: 570-408-4100 or Events Office: 570-408-4300 or
Stay Connected
Stay up-to-date on the latest news and events from Wilkes University by following us on social media:
Facebook: @WilkesUniversity Twitter: @WilkesU Instagram: @WilkesUniversity
Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved on campus, from joining a club or organization to participating in community service projects. Here are some resources to help you get started:
Club and Organization Directory: Community Service: Student Government:
As we look forward to the 2024-2025 academic year, we hope this calendar has provided you with a helpful guide to important dates and events. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Call to Action
Stay connected with Wilkes University by following us on social media and getting involved on campus. We can't wait to see what the new academic year brings!
What is the first day of classes for the fall semester?
+The first day of classes for the fall semester is August 26, 2024.
When is the spring break?
+The spring break is from March 9, 2025, to March 15, 2025.
How do I get involved on campus?
+There are many ways to get involved on campus, including joining a club or organization, participating in community service projects, and getting involved in student government. Visit our website at wilkes.edu to learn more.