Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Wilkes University.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Wilkes-Barre
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
5,381
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
216931
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Colonels
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
677.3
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
63%
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Wilkes University
The Latin American and Caribbean initiative aims to diversify the Wilkes University campus by attracting students from Central and South America, particularly Panama. The initiative seeks to build upon the university's existing international student population, which is primarily from the Middle East and Asia. The goal is to increase the number of students from Panama through partnerships and educational opportunities.
The strategic plan outlines a six-year effort to develop Wilkes University into one of the finest small universities in the country. It focuses on six key themes: academic excellence through investments in programming and faculty; investment in the university's people; student recruitment, retention, graduation, and job placement; strengthening the university's financial position; building an improved university campus in downtown Wilkes-Barre; and reinforcing the university's commitment to its community.
The 2023-2028 Strategic Plan for Wilkes University focuses on advancing academic excellence, supporting student success, prioritizing community enrichment and service, promoting innovation and partnerships, strengthening financial resilience, and optimizing infrastructure. The plan aims to foster collaborative networks, equip students for transformative growth, and affirm the value of liberal arts and sciences. It also seeks to expand career development pathways, enhance financial support for students, promote an inclusive campus climate, and improve access to partnerships. The plan includes diversifying recruitment strategies, enhancing instructional spaces, and transitioning to sustainable energy infrastructure.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Wilkes University meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Wilkes University.
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