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Students Recognized for Academic Achievement
The outstanding academic achievement of University of Scranton students was recognized with the presentation of Frank O’Hara awards.
Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert Dec. 11
Holiday-themed Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert with Scranton Brass Orchestra set for Dec. 11.
Judaic Studies Institute Lecture Held
Rabbi Sholomo Ben Levy discusses “Black Jews in America: Diversity and Identity” at The University’s Judaic Studies Institute Lecture.
Green Gift Ideas and More for Your Holiday
University biology faculty members offer gift ideas and other tips to make your holiday a little more “green.”
Noel Night Concert Set for Dec. 7
The University’s Noel Night concert features student ensembles and includes a variety of sacred selections interspersed with readings of Nativity texts.
High School Students Participate in Data Science Competition
University of Scranton Mathematics Department hosts first Data Science Day Competition for area high school students.
Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive Held
University of Scranton students gathered to prepare 150 Thanksgiving food baskets for area families in need.
Area Women Complete Business Startup Program
Area women complete a SBDC Women Entrepreneur Center StartUp certificate program.
Student Research Presented is All About Numbers
Undergraduate students and faculty members presented research projects in mathematics at multi-state regional conferences.
Scranton Launches Undergraduate Marketing Rebranding
The ‘Uncommonly US’ campaign, a celebration of what makes the University "truly distinctive," results from a yearlong collaboration between Enrollment Management, External Affairs, and external experts, with input from the entire University community.
Professor Discusses Research on Effective Exercise Regimen
University health and human performance professor Joan Grossman discusses research on effective workouts for post-menopausal women.
Brandy Schillace Receives Distinguished Author Award
The University’s Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library presented the 2024 Royden B. Davis, S.J., Distinguished Author Award to Brandy Schillace, Ph.D.
Athletics News
December 10, 2024Lady Royals Ranked No. 4 in D3Hoops.com Week Three Poll
December 9, 2024Carachilo of Women's Track & Field Named Peggy's Athlete of the Week
December 9, 2024Kranson of No. 3 Women's Basketball Named Landmark Athlete of the Week
December 9, 2024Pivirotto & Mullen of No. 9 Women's Soccer Named USC Region V Coaching Staff of the Year
December 7, 2024Kranson Reaches 1,000 Career Points as No. 3 Women's Hoops Posts Dominant 100-41 Victory at Goucher
December 7, 2024Women's Track & Field Takes on Day Two of Mountain Hawk Opener
December 7, 2024Women's Swimming & Diving Finishes Fifth at Gettysburg Invitational
December 7, 2024Men's Swimming & Diving Takes Fifth at Gettysburg Invitational
December 7, 2024Men's Track & Field Competes at Second Day of Mountain Hawk Opener
December 7, 2024Men's Basketball Falls at Goucher, 71-52
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Alumni News
December 04, 2024University To Hold Regional Christmas Parties
Celebrate the season with your Royal Family.
December 04, 2024University Community Celebrates Record-Shattering Giving Tuesday
More than 800 alumni, parents and friends of the University raise more than $83,000 for campus programs and priorities.
December 04, 2024Register Today for The Jesuit Center's Advent Daily Devotional Emails
Embark on a journey of spiritual enrichment.
December 04, 2024Scranton Club of Lehigh Valley to Hold Royal Happy Hour Jan. 15
Meet up with your Scranton friends at Fegley's Bethlehem Brew Works before the Scranton Royals battle the Moravian Greyhounds.
December 04, 2024University to Hold Presidential Reception in Arizona Jan. 23
Join Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president, and your fellow Royals in Scottsdale.
December 04, 2024University to Hold Presidential Reception in Los Angeles Jan. 24
Join Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president, and your fellow Royals in the City of Angels.
December 04, 2024University to Hold Carlesimo Golf Tournament and Award Dinner June 23
Fundraising event for Scranton Athletics to return to Philadelphia Cricket Club.
December 03, 2024Reminder: University to Hold Reunion 2025 June 6-8
Together again at last.
December 03, 2024Alumni Class Notes, December 2024
Share your story with your Royal Family.
- November 20, 2024
Reminder: Save The Date for Reunion June 6-8, 2025
Together again at last.
November 06, 2024University Announces 2024 Christmas Party Schedule
Celebrate the season with your Royal Family.
November 06, 2024Save the Date for the President's Medal Gala Oct. 2 at Pier Sixty
Celebrate Scranton in NYC with your Royal Family.
November 06, 2024Alumni Class Notes, November 2024
Share your story with your Royal Family.
November 06, 2024Register Today for Wall of Fame Day Reception Nov. 23
Celebrate the Wall of Fame Class of 2025 with your Royal Family.
November 06, 2024University to Hold Hudson River and Delaware Valley Exhibitions
Explore selections from the collections of Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. ’76 and Mark Biedlingmaier ’80, G’80 on campus Nov. 15.
November 04, 2024University to Hold Crafts and Cocktails Event Nov. 14
Enjoy a festive evening of crafting and socializing with your Royal Family.
October 18, 2024ASA President, Christopher Banks '86, G'98, To Toast Distinguished Author Nov. 16
Scranton alumnus Christopher Banks, '86, G'98, president and CEO of the Autism Society of America, will serve as toastmaster at the Nov. 16 Distinguished Author Awards Dinner.
October 18, 2024Scranton Club of New Jersey to Volunteer at Community Food Bank
Pay it forward with your fellow Royals in the Hillside area.
October 17, 2024PBC to Hold NYC Networking Reception Oct. 23
Meet up with your fellow alumni and current students in the Big Apple.
October 17, 2024Alumni Spotlight: Rev. Mr. Douglas Jones, S.J. ’10 and Mr. Andrew Milewski, S.J. ’13
University of Scranton alumni discuss how their experiences with community, mentorship and Ignatian spirituality influenced their vocational and Jesuit journeys.
Featured publications
From Scranton with Care: 100 Blessing Bags for NEPA Youth Shelter
For the third year, our BAP and SAS members organized a Blessing Bag Drive for the NEPA Youth Shelter, located in Scranton. The NEPA Youth Shelter is a nonprofit organization that provides housing, after-school activities, food, clothing, educational resources, counseling, and a safe place for local high school students in need. As Scranton students, our members recognize the tremendous impact the shelter has on the community.
Alumni Spotlight
April Phillips (‘92) spoke to criminal justice students and faculty at the University to discuss varied and illustrious careers in the FBI. Phillips is an agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Royal Nurses Serve With Distinction in ROTC
The Army ROTC program at The University of Scranton continues a tradition of excellence in shaping the future of the Army Nurse Corps. The program prepares students for leadership roles on the frontlines of medical care in the U.S. Army, both domestically and abroad. Through rigorous academic and military training, cadets emerge as well-rounded professionals equipped to serve in various Army medical capacities.
