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Rev. Joseph M. McShane, S.J., H'04, Receives Regis 2025 Deo et Patriae Award
The Superior of the Scranton Jesuit Community, Rev. Joseph M. McShane, S.J., H'04, was recognized at a reception held on Nov. 5 at the Jesuit High School in New York. Fr. McShane, S.J., led The University of Scranton as president from 1998 to 2003.
Exhibit Opened, Award Dedicated in Honor of David J. Wenzel ’69, G’74
David J. Wenzel ’69, G’74, was the recipient of the inaugural Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service (CEEPS) Public Service Award. Going forward, the award will bear his name.
University Presidents, City Mayors Mark ‘Murgas Day’ (Photos)
Rev. Joseph Murgas was a wireless telegraphy inventor who helped Scranton and Wilkes-Barre relay messages in 1905.
High School Students Attend 5th Annual Business Conference
The University’s nationally renowned Kania School of Management welcomed 83 high school students to campus for the event.
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A Walk Through Robert S. '68 and Marilyn A. Weiss Hall With Project Liaison Dr. Michael Jenkins '06 [VIDEO]
In a video interview, Michael Jenkins, Ph.D. ’06, professor and chair of the Department of Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity and Sociology, offers insight on Weiss Hall, from groundbreaking to dedication — and shares a guided tour.
Ethical Encounters Program Connects Students to Post-Incarceration Realities
The most recent Ethical Encounters event brought University students and community members together for inspiring conversations on issues of reentry after incarceration, the value of belonging, and how to remove barriers to build an inclusive community.
Student Volunteers ‘Feed a Family’ for Thanksgiving
The University's Center for Service and Social Justice worked with several dozen students to pack and deliver 150 holiday meals.
University's 58th Annual Noel Night Concert Saturday, Dec. 6
Admission is free for the festive performance, which begins outside the Houlihan-McLean Center with outdoor instrumental caroling.
Lady Royals’ Center Recounts Big Win Over Pitt
The University of Scranton was the talk of collegiate women’s basketball Sunday after beating Division I Pitt. Photo gallery of game highlights and recounting of big win included.
Local High Schools, University Team Up at Data Science Day
Data science is a potentially lucrative career path that develops useful skills.
Friendship and Culture Showcased at Annual Fashion Show
The fashion show, co-hosted by The University of Scranton’s United Cultures Organization and Asia Club, is one of the largest cultural events on campus.
Yadin-Israel, Author and Professor, Presents Judaic Studies Lecture
The Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute Lecture was held earlier this month in Brennan Hall.
Athletics News
December 4, 2025Carr of Scranton Women's Soccer Earns United Soccer Coaches All-America Honors
December 4, 2025Campbell and Smith of Scranton Men's Soccer Earn All-American Honors
December 4, 2025Scranton Softball Releases 2026 Schedule
December 3, 2025Scranton Men's Basketball Rides Efficient Offense to 91–75 Road Win at Moravian
December 3, 2025Kranson Leads No. 2 Scranton Women's Basketball Past Moravian, 90-53
December 3, 2025Three From Field Hockey Garner All-Region Honors
December 2, 2025Five From Men's Soccer Secure All-Region Accolades
December 2, 2025Five From Scranton Women's Soccer Earn All-Region Honors
December 1, 2025No. 2 Scranton Women's Basketball Extends Unbeaten Start with 76–32 Win Over Stevens
November 26, 2025Whelpley of Scranton Women's Volleyball Earns Second Career AVCA All-American Honors
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Alumni News
December 03, 2025Celebrate the Season with Scranton
Join your Royal Family at a festive holiday gathering near you.
December 02, 2025University Community Celebrates Giving Tuesday
More than 500 alumni, parents and friends raise more than $96,000 for campus programs and priorities.
December 02, 2025University Releases 2025 Royal Ornament
Order this second entry in the Royal Ornament Collection featuring the Weinberg Memorial Library today.
December 02, 2025Alumni Spotlight on Matt DiLiberto '96: Fighting Fire With the Fire Inside
Chief financial officer of SL Green Realty Corp. and chairman of the FDNY Foundation credits work ethic, lessons learned at Scranton as keys to his success.
December 02, 2025University to Hold Presidential Reception in New Jersey Jan. 21
Catch up with your fellow Royals and Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., at Basking Ridge Country Club.
December 01, 2025Register Today for a Day of Prayer and Reflection Jan. 24
Join fellow Royals for a peaceful day of prayer, reflection and community at Chapman Lake.
December 01, 2025Alumni Class Notes, December 2025
Share your story with your Royal Family.
November 18, 2025University Launches Magis Fund for Student Scholarships
New fund to provide current-year financial assistance to students.
November 05, 2025University Awards President's Medal at Black-Tie Gala, Announces $7 Million Fundraising Goal to Permanently Endow Presidential Scholarship Fund by 2026
The University honored former Trustee Harry T. Rose '65, founder and chairman of The Rose Group, with its President's Medal and announced an ambitious $7 million fundraising goal at the President's Medal Gala in Manhattan Oct. 2.
November 05, 2025Celebrate the Season With Scranton
Join your fellow Royals at festive holiday gatherings across the East Coast.
November 05, 2025University to Hold Presidential Reception in Bethlehem Nov. 20
Enjoy an evening of connection and conversation with fellow Royals at The Hotel Bethlehem.
November 05, 2025Raise a Glass at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery Nov. 9
Join fellow Royals for a private tour and tasting experience at the home of Guinness in Maryland.
November 04, 2025Hit the Ice With the Bridgeport Islanders Nov. 15
Join alumni, family and friends at Total Mortgage Arena for an exciting night of hockey action.
November 03, 2025The Fall 2025 Scranton Journal is Here!
Get a preview of the latest issue of The University of Scranton's alumni magazine. Flip through and read it on the website.
November 03, 2025Advance Your Career With an Exclusive Alumni Webinar Nov. 18
Learn job search strategies and networking tips from Scranton’s Career Development experts.
November 03, 2025Save the Date: Day of Prayer and Reflection Jan. 24
Join fellow Royals for a peaceful day of prayer, reflection and community at Chapman Lake.
November 03, 2025Royals Around the World
Explore unforgettable destinations with exclusive itineraries, deluxe accommodations and the company of fellow Royals.
November 03, 2025Alumni Class Notes, November 2025
Share your story with your Royal Family.
October 29, 2025Alumni Spotlight: Three Royals, One Mission Strengthening Northeast Pennsylvania Through United Way
Angela Bassani, Ed.D.,’12, G’13, Dillon Colarossi Lukus ’10, G’11, and Debbie Kolsovsky ’90, have dedicated more than 50 years combined to advancing the United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike Counties.
October 14, 2025Scranton Alumnus Publishes Award-Winning Debut Book
The debut collection of Aleksander Zywicki '10 is available for purchase as of Oct. 15.
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Alumni Profile: Tim Walsh ’92 Prepared To Lead
Tim Walsh ’92 discusses ‘invaluable’ Scranton skills that guide his human-centered leadership.As Tim Walsh ’92 sees it, his latest job promotion was akin to “winning the lottery.”“I’m not sure anyone aspires to that specific role, since it’s like one in a million,” he said.The role in question: chair and CEO of U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm KPMG. Walsh took the reins in July, having succeeded in a series of increasingly demanding leadership roles within the firm over the previous 33 years.
OT Students Volunteer at St. Clare's and St. Paul's Food Pantry
Senior OT students Julia Downing, Megan Casey, Grace Comiciotto and Rebekah Thompson volunteer at St. Clare’s/St. Paul’s food pantry is open on Fridays for two hours, serving food to those who need more assistance than their food stamps cover. They have promoted community health through providing members with nutrition to last them a week.
Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize Winners Announced
Prize winners of the 2025 Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize were honored at an Awards Ceremony and Reception on Friday, May 16, 2025, in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room of the Weinberg Memorial Library. Dr. George Aulisio, Dean of the Library, awarded the Undergraduate Foundational category to Myira Vilchis Bruno, a first-year political science major with a legal studies concentration; the Undergraduate Upper-level category to Miriam M. Van de Water, a graduating senior mathematical sciences and neuroscience double major with a minor in philosophy and a concentration in biology; and the Graduate category to Kiera Mooney and Jessica Tsu, graduate students in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program.
