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General
October 9, 2025

Schemel Forum Programs to Explore Medieval Books, History of Finland

The Nov. 13 Schemel Forum Collaborative Program will take a deep dive into history, exploring books that are hundreds of years old.

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General
October 7, 2025

WSJ: Scranton One of the Best Colleges for Return on Investment

The University of Scranton ranks 112th nationally in the WSJ’s “Best Colleges,” and top 140 in “Best Salaries” and “Social Mobility” categories.

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Community
October 7, 2025

Father Boyle, Transformative Jesuit Priest, Speaks at Scranton (Photo Gallery)

Gregory Boyle, S.J., was the featured speaker at this year’s Ignatian Values in Action Lecture.

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Community
October 6, 2025

NYU’s Easterly to Deliver Henry George Lecture

The accomplished author, professor and researcher will take the stage at the University’s distinguished lecture series.

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General
October 6, 2025

University Hosting Scranton Mayor, County Commissioner Debates

The events, organized by The University of Scranton’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service, are scheduled for Oct. 16 and 23.

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Faculty
October 6, 2025

Dr. Christopher Haw Wins Award for Community Service

Christopher Haw, Ph.D., of the Theology and Religious Studies Department, was recently recognized by the Lackawanna County Prison System for his volunteer work.

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Community
October 3, 2025

Office of Community-Based Learning Announces Faculty Fellows

The Community-Based Learning (CBL) Faculty Fellows program seeks to expand, strengthen and institutionalize CBL at the University as a demonstration of its commitment to the common good.

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Community
October 2, 2025

University of Scranton To Host Fall Open Houses Oct. 26, Nov. 9

Prospective students and families are invited to experience The University of Scranton firsthand during Open House events on Oct. 26 and Nov. 9.

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Community
October 2, 2025

Leahy Clinic Launches Early Detection and Screening Program

The clinic will provide life-saving screenings and exams through the new program.

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Staff
October 2, 2025

Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for October

Majid Mokhtari receives the Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for October 2025.

From left, Brendan O'Donoghue '24, James O'Donoghue '25, Tim Neumann '26 and Chris Neumann '24 celebrate their victory after the Fourth Annual Alumni-Student Golf Outing Sept. 27.
Alumni
October 1, 2025

O'Donoghue '24, Neumann '24, O'Donoghue '25 and Neumann '26 Win Fourth Annual Alumni-Student Golf Outing

Members of alumni-student foursome take home signature purple jackets.

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Student
October 1, 2025

Meet the Class of 2029 Presidential Scholars

This year’s honorees include excellent artists, athletes, stewards and scholars, spanning Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey.

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General
September 30, 2025

Registration Open for October, November Open Houses

The University of Scranton will host Open Houses for prospective students on Oct. 26 and Nov. 9.

President’s Business Council  Networking  Reception
Alumni
September 30, 2025

Connect With Royals at the PBC Networking Reception Oct. 24

Join fellow alumni and students for an evening of networking, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in New York City.

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Student
September 30, 2025

Scranton Students Take Steps Toward Careers, Grad Schools

The University's Career Expo helped hundreds of students, including those in their first- and second-year, explore career opportunities,

ScrantoberFest, Long Island, October 18
Alumni
September 30, 2025

Celebrate Scrantoberfest With Fellow Royals on Long Island Oct. 18

Enjoy a fall afternoon with fellow Royals at Plattdeutsche Park Pavilion featuring food, drinks and community fun.

Join us in  Bridgeport! Saturday, November 15, 7 PM
Alumni
September 30, 2025

Hit the Ice With the Bridgeport Islanders Nov. 15

Join alumni, family and friends at Total Mortgage Arena for an exciting night of hockey action.

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Community
September 30, 2025

Leahys Reflect on 24 Years of the Annual U.S. Conference on Disability

The innovative event returns to campus Wednesday, Oct. 8, with several guest speakers and an artificial intelligence theme.

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Faculty
September 30, 2025

Psychology Students, Faculty Bid Farewell to Alumni Memorial Hall

Both students and faculty of the Psychology Department left memories of their time in the old building behind at a goodbye party.

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Alumni
September 30, 2025

Alumni Class Notes, October 2025

Share your story with your Royal Family.

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Alumni
September 30, 2025

Alumni 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.

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Alumni
September 29, 2025

University to Hold President's Medal Gala Oct. 2

Enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing as the University honors Harry T. Rose '65 with the President's Medal.

Royals Around the World...Let’s turn your travel dreams into Royal adventures!
Alumni
September 29, 2025

Discover the World With Scranton Alumni Travel

Explore unforgettable destinations with exclusive itineraries, deluxe accommodations and the company of fellow Royals.

Royals Around the World...Let’s turn your travel dreams into Royal adventures!
Student
September 25, 2025

Club Spotlight: The Aquinas

Weston Camillone '26, co-managing editor of The Aquinas, the student newspaper, said the club enhances a student’s writing and editing skills, which are beneficial in any field of work.

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General
September 24, 2025

Top 10 Again: Scranton Shines in U.S. News Rankings

U.S. News recognized Scranton among the most innovative colleges, the best colleges for veterans and has ranked top 10 overall in its region for 30-plus years.

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Community
September 24, 2025

Star-Studded Comms Alumni Panel Shares Advice with Students

The Careers in Communication panel included a Q&A and the announcement of a department Hall of Fame.

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Student
September 23, 2025

HPO, New Program Director Host Open House

The University’s office of health professions offers a wide range of services to students who are working toward advanced professional degrees.

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Student
September 23, 2025

University Players' 'Dancing at Lughnasa' Opens Friday, Sept. 26

The play, which opens Friday, explores themes of family, loss, love and tradition against the scenic backdrop of rural Ireland.

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Student
September 22, 2025

Scranton Ph.D. Student, Crowley, Earns National Acclaim

Jacob Crowley earned recognition from the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and Beta Alpha Psi.

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Community
September 19, 2025

Family Weekend Concerts to Feature Kyle Athayde Dance Party

A nationally recognized big band group will perform a traditional concert, a children's concert and host masterclasses.

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Student
September 18, 2025

University Students Celebrate Deaf Awareness Month

In 2023, students began signing a monthly Mass in the Madonna della Strada Chapel on campus.

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Faculty
September 18, 2025

Germany, Greece Among Faculty-Led Study Abroad Courses

University of Scranton students who spent time in Europe on faculty-led travel courses to Greece and Germany this past summer encountered numerous opportunities for personal growth and development.

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Staff
September 18, 2025

Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for September

Ann Siock receives the Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for September 2025.

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Student
September 18, 2025

Club Spotlight - Association of Latinx American Students

Zayury Ponce '26, president of the Association of Latinx American Students (ALAS), invites students to attend Loteria Night to celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with a cultural community.

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Student
September 17, 2025

University Student Teachers Working at Area Schools

Nearly two-dozen University of Scranton undergraduate and graduate education students are serving this fall as student teachers.

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General
September 17, 2025

University of Scranton One of America’s Top Colleges, Per Forbes

Scranton rose more than 125 spots in Forbes America’s Top Colleges ranking that emphasizes outcomes and return on investment.

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Community
September 17, 2025

County Officials Visit IDEA Center, Hopeful for Future Developments

The University of Scranton's newest building, Robert S. '68 and Marilyn A. Weiss Hall, which opened earlier this semester, includes a state-of-the-art IDEA Center that houses numerous high-technology pieces of equipment.

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Alumni
September 17, 2025

Stars of 'The Office' To Appear at President's Medal Gala Oct. 2

Join Brian Baumgartner, Andy Buckley and Kate Flannery, aka Kevin, David and Meredith from “The Office,” at this year’s celebration.

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Community
September 16, 2025

Salvadoran-Born Bishop Speaking on Campus

Bishop Evelio Menjivar, an advocate for immigrants, is scheduled to talk Thursday, Sept. 18.

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Community
September 15, 2025

The Migrant Workforce Behind NEPA’s Agricultural Industry: Historical Realities and Current Implications

Join us during Hispanic Heritage Month to learn from Jenny Gonzalez Monge about the history of the local migrant workforce behind the booming agricultural industry in NEPA that started in the 1940s. Learn how this history impacts current employment and immigration realities for the regional Hispanic and Latino community.

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Community
September 11, 2025

Accomplished Scholars to Speak at Schemel Forum Luncheon Seminars

Registration is now open for the fall Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminars featuring distinguished speakers.

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Alumni
September 10, 2025

Class of 2024 Graduates Exceeding National Benchmarks

Ninety-nine to 100 percent of University graduates reported achieving successful outcomes, while salaries continue to rise.

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General
September 10, 2025

Scranton Top-50 in Nation for ‘Best College Food’

When it comes to food, the University ranks second in Pennsylvania and 47th nationally on a list of 1,441 colleges and universities.

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Community
September 9, 2025

Disability Conference: Registration Open, Author and Creator to Speak

The 24th Annual U.S. Conference on Disability is free to attend with advanced registration.

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Community
September 9, 2025

University Celebrates Mass of the Holy Spirit

The University of Scranton community gathered in prayer inside the Byron Recreation Complex.

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Community
September 9, 2025

Volunteer and Service Fair Draws Large Crowd

The University of Scranton’s annual event packed the McIlhenny Ballroom with University students, community members and outside organizations.

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General
September 9, 2025

Performance Music Season Opener: Relic Ensemble Performing Friday

Relic Ensemble's fourth U.S. tour will come through The University of Scranton on Friday for a free concert.

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Community
September 8, 2025

Constitution Day Dialogue: A Scranton Conversation

University students and members of the local community are invited to attend our Constitution Day Dialogue to share their perspectives.

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Student
September 7, 2025

Alexandra Guinand '26 presents Venezuela at First Global Insights

"Hidden among these landscapes is a place so breathtaking and unique that a Disney Pixar movie was inspired by it," said exchange student Alexandra Guinand '26, of her Venezuelan home.

Black Tie and White Paper: The President's Medal Gala VIP Experience
Alumni
September 3, 2025

Step Out of ‘The Office’ and Onto Pier Sixty at The President’s Medal Gala VIP Experience Cruise Oct. 2

Join Kate Flannery, aka Meredith from “The Office,” at this year's President's Medal Gala in New York City.

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Community
September 3, 2025

Weiss Hall Dedication a ‘New Chapter’ in the University’s History and Future

The University of Scranton’s newest building will serve as a hub for innovation, experiential learning, community engagement and more.

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