Upward Bound Wilkes University

04/17/2026

Happy Future You Friday UB Crew!!💛

Juniors and seniors, this is your moment to lock in and set up for success! 😎

Juniors! Right now, you should start building up your resumes. Focus on your grades, your most meaningful extracurriculars, leadership roles and continue researching your future career ideas and school choices. Use your knowledge from junior seminar to best prepare yourself for August! You'll make your college application process so much easier and more streamlined. 📈

Seniors! Stay on top of deadlines. Decision day is rapidly approaching! Continue evaluating your financial aid packages, submit your deposits and ensure you have all of your materials submitted (FAFSA, PHEAA, etc.) Don't forget to keep your grades up (senioritis is real but so are admissions-rescinding letters.) 🏫

For everyone! Don't forget to manage your time, take care of your mental health and ask for help when needed. Remember: Small, consistent steps now make a huge difference later. 😊 Future You is counting on what you do today! 🎓

04/13/2026

UB students spent this past Saturday touring East Stroudsburg University during Open House!

Students explored campus, checked out academic buildings, learned more about scholarships and support services, and got a feel for what life at ESU could look like. Our students noted things like the welcoming campus vibe to standout programs like nursing, STEM, and digital media in their reflections. The visit gave students a lot to think about as they continue planning for their futures.

They followed it up with a trip to Big Screen Escapes, where they put their teamwork and problem-solving skills to the test in an escape room challenge.

We’re grateful for opportunities like this that help students see themselves on a college campus and start imagining what comes next. Thank you, ESU!

04/06/2026

✨Our Upward Bound juniors just wrapped up an unforgettable 3-day, 2-night college tour!

From exploring campuses at Commonwealth University (Lock Haven), Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), and Juniata College to making a quick stop in Pittsburgh to ride the iconic Duquesne Incline 🌆, this trip was packed with discovery, connection, and a whole lot of memories.

Along the way, students got a firsthand look at what makes each college experience unique... public vs. private, large vs. small campuses, and everything in between. More importantly, they started envisioning what their future could look like.

This is what Upward Bound is all about! Opening doors, expanding possibilities, and helping students see themselves on a college campus. 💙

03/30/2026

Hello TRIO Community and Supporters!

TRIO Upward Bound (UB) at Wilkes University is hiring for its 2026 summer program! The following job postings can be viewed in full on the Wilkes University employment site. Please see the attached flyer as well.

HIRING: TRIO UB has summer instructional positions open! We are accepting applications for STEM related subjects, as well as enrichment topics. Our six-week summer instruction dates run from June 22nd through July 30th, with a summer holiday break!
Experience working with high school students or in a college-preparatory program is preferred.

Employment at Wilkes is contingent upon the results of a thorough background screening. PA Act 153 requires that persons working in positions with regular and unsupervised contact with minors complete additional clearances, including FBI fingerprinting and PA criminal and child abuse clearances.

To apply, visit https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please be sure to include a cover letter, resume, or curriculum vitae, and three references.

03/30/2026

Our Upward Bound students have been BUSY this semester!
We’re especially proud to celebrate some of our incredible juniors who are part of Junior Leadership:

✨ Sara Bueno
✨ Oliver Conover
✨ Nagge Fleming
✨ James Lewis
✨ Miguel Valle

Each of these students earned a Junior Leadership $1,000 award, along with a $28,000 scholarship and direct admission to King’s College 🎉

This is such an amazing accomplishment, and we couldn’t be more proud of the hard work, dedication, and leadership they continue to show.

Keep striving onward and upward. You’re just getting started 💫

✨ Did you accomplish something amazing recently? We want to celebrate YOU!
Email us at [email protected]

03/27/2026

💙 Happy Future You Friday UB Crew!!💛

Let’s talk SAT prep! 📝✨

Preparing for the SAT is more than just a test. The SAT is an opportunity to open doors for your future. The effort you put in now can help you stand out in college applications and build confidence in your academic skills.

💡 SAT Prep Tips:
✅ Set a study schedule and stick to it. Set your intentions and you can chip away at your goals! 📈
✅ Practice with real test questions. Utilize SAT practice exams in resource books, register for a PSAT or ask your teachers for practice questions and topics. Anything helps. 🏫
✅ Focus on your weak areas. The rest will follow. 💪
✅ Take timed practice tests. You will be on a time crunch on test day so it is important to learn how to effectively manage your time on gameday!⌛
✅ Don’t forget to rest and recharge. Self care is important. 😎

Remember: Progress over perfection. Every question you practice gets you one step closer to your goals. Your future self will thank you! 💪🎓

03/20/2026

03/20/2026

Happy Future You Friday!!

Today we are going to provide a senior year timeline update. 🎓

We’re officially in the final stretch of senior year, and there’s a lot happening! Here’s where we are right now in the college prep journey:

✅ Applications should be submitted by now as most deadlines have passed.
📬 Admission decisions will continue to roll in over the next few weeks.
💰 Financial aid packages are being mailed out and can be reviewed and compared. to find the most affordable options
🎯 Now is the time to weigh options and preparing for final decisions.

What’s next?
✔️ Attend admitted student events (virtual or in-person).
✔️ Ask questions and connect with campuses.
✔️ Make your final college decision by May 1.
✔️ Finish the school year strong!

We’re here to support you every step of the way—whether it’s comparing offers, understanding financial aid, or preparing for the transition to college.

You’ve worked hard to get here. Now it's time to finish strong! 💪

03/13/2026

💛Happy Future You Friday UB Crew! 💙

This has to pertain to your future resume, which starts TODAY!

Colleges and employers look for more than grades. They want to see how you've grown, led and explored your interests. 📈

Start building your future by getting involved:

✅ Volunteer in your community.
✅ Join a club or other extracurricular activity.
✅ Take on a leadership role in an existing or an organization/club that you make!
✅ Find a part-time job or mentorship.
✅ Learn a new skill or work on a certification.

Every experience you gain now helps shape your future self! 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

What's one thing you're doing this year to help future you? 🤔

03/11/2026

Do you think the Pomodoro Technique is for you??

Originating from Francesco Cirillo, "The Pomodoro Technique" has been impacting the academic community since the 1980s! As a university student studying for exams, Cirillo found himself struggling to focus and manage his schoolwork (haven't we all been there?). So, clever-minded, he used a kitchen timer shaped like a tomato (pomodoro in Italian!) to set a timer and challenged himself to stay focused for just two minutes.
When it worked, he set the timer for longer intervals and found that it helped him stay focused on his task. He experimented and found that 25 minutes of work followed by a 5-minute break was ideal!

Find out more: https://cwi.edu/news/what-pomodoro-technique-college-students-guide

Try it out for yourself and let us know how it worked!