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University Awards Intersession Grants
Fourteen faculty members at The University of Scranton received faculty development intercession grants for 2026.
Scranton Accounting Ph.D. Program Earns No. 1 Worldwide Research Ranking
University of Scranton Ph.D. students, graduates and faculty members are both prolific and influential in their research, the Brigham Young University Accounting Research Ranking found.
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University Holds Advent Mass and Christmas Tree Lighting [PHOTOS]
After attending this year's Advent Mass, members of The University of Scranton community braved the cold weather to witness the annual Christmas tree lighting.
University of Scranton Students Honor High School Teachers With Kelly Awards
Three high school teachers were recognized for the roles they’ve played in Scranton students’ academic success.
Santa Claus to Greet Children Over Ham Radio
Children and accompanying adults are welcome on six dates to visit the University’s W3USR offices and chat with Old Saint Nick.
Empty Stocking Fund Concert Sunday, Dec. 14
The annual Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert at The University of Scranton brings money and gifts to local families and children in need.
Staff Senate Christmas Luncheon an Opportunity for Gratitude and Mindfulness
Staff Senate collected items in support of the Royal Restore Food Pantry. Raffle and 50/50 proceeds will benefit the University's Domestic Service Trip Program through the Center for Service and Social Justice (CSSJ).
Global Education Celebrates Graduation of International Students
The cultural exchange between international students of various countries and domestic students is a highlight of a Scranton education.
Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for December
Michelle Van Pelt receives the Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for December 2025.
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Event Celebrates Emerging Environmental Leader [VIDEO]
The 35th Annual Evening for Northeast Pennsylvania’s Environmental Partnership Dinner highlights collaboration and environmental excellence.
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.
Athletics News
December 12, 2025Scranton Men’s Soccer Finishes No. 17 in Final United Soccer Coaches Poll
December 11, 2025Scranton Men’s Soccer Cancels Dec. 13 ID Clinic Due to Weather
December 11, 2025Scranton Women's Soccer Cancels Dec. 14 ID Camp Due to Weather
December 9, 2025Sharrow and White Sweep Landmark Conference Women's Track & Field Athlete of the Week Honors
December 8, 2025Kranson of Scranton Women's Basketball Named Landmark Conference Athlete of the Week
December 8, 2025Tornabene of Scranton Men's Basketball Named Peggy's Scranton Athlete of the Week
December 6, 2025No. 2 Scranton Women's Basketball Dominates Juniata to Improve to 9–0
December 6, 2025Tornabene Drops Career-High 32 as Scranton Men's Basketball Handles Juniata on the Road, 79-61
December 6, 2025Dahlgren Breaks Two Program Records as Scranton Women's Swimming Places Third at Gettysburg Invitational
December 6, 2025Bellach Breaks Program Record in 400 IM as Scranton Men's Swimming Finishes Third at Gettysburg Invitational
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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, 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 26, 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.
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.
Featured publications
Trauma Informed Care Blanket Making
Graduate students taking Advancement of Occupational Performance with Dr. Jennifer Whittaker crafted a specialized blanket to provide comfort and emotional support to a child affected by trauma. This blanket will be donated to a child to promote feelings of safety and assist self-regulation. Students enhanced their understanding of trauma-informed care, creative skills, and occupation-based interventions. This wonderful blanket will be donated to a foster care agency to improve the wellbeing of a child.
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.
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.
