Furry hobbit feet, elvish ears and Gandalf the Grey’s long, hooked nose are most likely to be called to mind when you think about the fantastic world of Middle Earth.  Oscar-winning makeup artist Tami Lane is the woman responsible for such iconic images.  Surprisingly, makeup was not Lane’s first consideration as a career. Lane got […]

When Aura Om Yoga, a yoga studio in Wilkes-Barre, opened its doors in November of 2009, Owner Colleen Walsh of Wilkes-Barre had a plan to expose as many people as possible in the community to the practice of yoga. A Wilkes graduate herself, Walsh was previously at the co-op Arts Universe in Wilkes-Barre on S. […]

One day a year Wilkes University students, faculty and staff gather with the surrounding community to give back and help areas in need of volunteers. “This collaboration serves to unite and foster growth between Wilkes Colonels and local communities,” this year’s Big Event coordinator, Taylor Moyer. Helping the community is something Moyer said everyone seems […]

The matte nail polish trend has hit its peak, so naturally nail care companies have to find a new angle to keep consumers interested.  Nail polish giants OPI and Zoya have risen to the challenge, creating a new textured matte polish with flecks of glitter. OPI’s matte glitters are incorporated into their latest Mariah Carey […]

While perusing some of the nail art blogs I frequent, I became aware of whispers of a Do-It-Yourself approach to nail decals. Unfortunately, not many people actually had a thorough tutorial for this art. Because more people are becoming infatuated with the idea of making things by hand instead of purchasing products in over-priced stores, […]

Many students have probably seen or heard about the Formation of the Innovation Council through the Today@Wilkes announcements that are delivered via email every day and also on the news archives on the university website. Associate Vice President of Marketing Communications Jack Chielli said the ultimate goal of the council is to first, “delve into […]

“It’s always a laughter-filled time,” Student Development Coordinator Megan Boone said. “It’s the best time commitment students can make on a Saturday morning.” Boone is referring to the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament, a regional competition and international program that Wilkes has been partnering with in Luzerne County for two years now. Special Olympians come to […]

As a cosmetologist, I’ve heard so many outrageous myths that I’ve run out of appalled facial expressions to use in response to these ridiculous claims.  I wanted to clear the air about some of the most common myths and hopefully get people to think a little more about what they’re told to believe. Myth: Shaving […]