Save The Wilkes University Band Program

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#1405

Band is a program that was changed me for the better, why cut a program that helps and changes people for the better?

(Carteret, 2020-05-18)

#1407

The Band must go on

(North Arlington, 2020-05-18)

#1412

Band is an important class that should never be over looked. I am sure that the people who have made this petition can already explain all the reasons why.

(Clackamas, 2020-05-19)

#1414

People don’t understand the importance and amazing impact of the arts in today’s schools.

(Louisville, 2020-05-19)

#1415

Band should never be cut from school

(Maricopa, 2020-05-19)

#1416

Band Is life

(Merced, 2020-05-19)

#1417

Band should never be cut from schools!! Especially a liberal arts university!

(Shippensburg, 2020-05-19)

#1418

I have been fortunate to work with and learn from many Wilkes Music Graduates since 1982. The talent is there, the potential is there. Don't waste it.

(Lake Ariel, 2020-05-19)

#1421

Every school should have a band program or some way to express yourself. Without band in my life I probably would have gone down a completely different path, and would not have the friends I have now.

(Hoschton, 2020-05-19)

#1425

Im signing because I would like for this university to keep their music program. Music is very important to people’s lives and is something that takes passion and ambition. Maybe the music program is struggling at this school, but that should not be a reason to give up on the program, if not, to try and get it to be stronger! Thank you.

(Colton, 2020-05-19)

#1427

Music is incredibly important in education systems. Not only does it improve brain function and cognition, increase teamwork skills, critical thinking, observation, etc., but it also provides a place for music students to feel safe.

(Auburn, AL, 2020-05-20)

#1429

I'm signing because music is essential to some students thriving in college. Also, I'm a friend of a new student who is passionate about being part of the band family.

(Ephrata, 2020-05-21)

#1430

I’m signing this petition because they deserve to continue their passion in band ! It’s quite sad to know this : ( lots of love from asia !❤️

(Singapore, 2020-05-22)

#1432

Music is important

(Silverhill AL, 2020-05-22)

#1439

I'm a graduating band kid, and band has been the most influential program in my life!

(Vista, 2020-05-24)

#1440

I am a firm believer in the arts and I myself am a musician. The arts are almost never taken seriously by most authority figures in education, so they are always up on the chopping block, but they are just as valuable as sports are as they give any type of person who wants to try them out a chance to be creative and open and truly express themselves in ways they otherwise would not have been able to.

(Cumberland, RI, 2020-05-24)

#1443

Band is a family, we also look out for each other no matter how far away.

(Springfield, 2020-05-24)

#1446

Band keeps people occupied from their shitty lives, it's all some people have, taking that away from them can send them over the edge.

(Pleasant View, 2020-05-24)

#1448

This is wrong

(San Jose, 2020-05-24)

#1450

Band is important and should absolutely not be shut out.

(Chandler, 2020-05-24)

#1456

I'm signing because I am also a band student. It's hard to know that your band program is being cut because of financial iresponsibilities. I'm here to help you guys out because no one deserves their program to be cut for any reason.

(Elizabethton, 2020-05-25)

#1459

Band is awesome

(Cedar Hill, 2020-05-25)

#1466

I am a music major and member of the Kutztown University Marching Unit, and I truly believe that all forms of creation of music is essential in academic settings. It is such a big part in building family and community between students and their peers and faculty. Music is such an outlet for so many students, and I know many would be entirely lost without the program.

(cochranville, 2020-05-26)

#1472

i'm signing because I believe that everyone should have a chance to be in a band family, and to have an amazing experience

(Cheyenne, 2020-05-26)

#1475

Im a big supporter of band and bands can do and achieve great things.

(Stevens, 2020-05-26)

#1476

I've been in band for 5 years and it's a really important part of my life and I really really appreciate it. Not only does band provide a family but also many benefits to a student.

(Oakland park, 2020-05-26)

#1480

The arts are so important to well being and mental health, as well as success in schools!

(Riverside, 2020-05-26)

#1482

Marching band was one of the greatest experiences I had in school.
Anyone losing that opportunity would be suffering an immense disservice at the hands of their institution.

(Montvale, 2020-05-26)

#1484

I’m in my schools band myself and I have to say that band is unbelievably important in ways other than music. It teaches you responsibility, teamwork, perseverance and commitment. I’ve found relationships that have made me into a better person than who I was before this season. I’m not sure what I would do without band and I know these kids need it as much, if not more, than me.

(Fayetteville, 2020-05-26)

#1485

Every school needs a band program.

(Williamsport, 2020-05-26)

#1492

The arts are more important now than EVER after a time of trauma for kids taken out of school and their lives flipped over, and the brokenness of our world right now there is so much healing creativity and expression through art needed.

(Amston, 2020-05-27)

#1494

Music is not expendable. Music is so, so, so big in my life, and the people I've met along the way are a family I could never let go of. Music is enriching, empowering, and an essential part of life. Don't take away their opportunity.

(Lititz, 2020-05-27)

#1497

I’m signing because sports cause more health problems then band and I bet you didn’t cut your sports programs so. Also band is life.

(Winston, 2020-05-27)

#1501

Marching band is the reason I have grown to become the confident and determined person I am today.

(Berlin, 2020-05-27)

#1505

Im siging beacuse bands r awesome so yyy not ?

(Zenica, 2020-05-27)

#1506

Music is so important! Everyone should have the opportunity to play.

(Kittery, 2020-05-27)

#1509

I am signing because music programs of any kind should not be placed on a lower rung than other academic programs, whether due to lack of funding or participation. Music programs provide opportunities for members of the community to come together and participate in a shared love of the arts in a way that can be expressed to the entire community.

(Toronto, 2020-05-27)

#1510

The arts are vastly underfunded. The world would be in dispare right now without the arts.

(Columbia, 2020-05-27)

#1511

I am signing because last year, my schools band program was going down the drain. Although things might change in the future for our arts program, right now all we can do is hope.

(Townsend, 2020-05-28)

#1516

I think art programs are extremely important in schools, and I wanna help as much as possible.

(Riverside, 2020-06-02)

#1518

The arts have been cut for ages. It's time to stop cutting the most influential programs.

(Avoca, 2020-06-10)

#1524

I came all the way from Louisiana to experience a new way of living. One thing I required is to be apart of the band at whatever school I attend. From Jackson State University to Grambling University, I grew up with music and soul running in my veins. The south is so soulful. I will have to transfer next year if they drop this program.

(Wilkes-barre.....smh, 2020-07-04)

#1525

I feel the band is a huge asset to any Wilkes sporting event they perform at and the music certainly adds school spirit for players and fans!
Andrea Chuba Kealey, Class of 1978

(Harrisburg, 2020-07-06)

#1526

I am a Wilkes alumni and while I did not attend the Wilkes sporting events that the band was present at, I was in the marching band in high school. By cutting the band, not only will the sporting events lose the energy they get from the band being there, but the band members would lose the bond that they have, which is like no other. Band is the creative outlet that some students need to enable them be successful, not only in their music classes, but in other areas as well. Band members also become like a family and are a great source of support and encouragement for each other. Many of my best friends, even after more than 20 years, were in my high school band with me! Please reconsider cutting the band program!

(Hudson, 2020-07-06)

#1527

The Marching Band is a HUGE asset! As a former Majorette I can totally appreciate them and the program!

(Lake Winola, 2020-07-06)

#1528

I was a former Music Ed. Major (with emphasis in Flute Performance), graduating in 1977. The downward track and final elimination of the Music program at Wilkes Is extremely distressing to me. Seems this is the last straw. Does the administration not care about proliferating the Arts in the Wyoming Valley??!!!

(Morris Plains, Nj, 2020-07-06)

#1529

Wilkes graduate Class of 75
I believe that the marching band adds to the spirit of the college experience.

(Pequannock, 2020-07-07)

#1531

I'm signing, as an alumnus, because i believe that this would be a huge detriment to the University and the students who are members of this band.

(Ambler, 2020-07-07)

#1532

As an alum of Wilkes , please know that the arts complete a full education, including marching band! It’s something that may save a life at this point in our world. I’m shocked that deleting this program is even a thought .

(Midlothian, 2020-07-08)

#1533

The students deserve the arts.

(Rochester, 2020-07-08)

#1535

I am a Wilkes Music alumna. Music is so important for a well-rounded education. My best memories were spent with my music ensemble friends at Wilkes. Please reconsider cutting band. Thank you for listening.

(Scranton, 2020-07-25)