5th Annual CSA Java Journey Event Invites Students To Explore Local Cafes

On Thursday, Nov. 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., The University of Scranton's Commuter Student Association (CSA) in partnership with the Office of Community and Government Relations will host the 5th annual Java Journey event. This year’s event will offer 56 University students the opportunity to explore seven of the many cafes in Scranton. Each participating student will be assigned to one of the participating Scranton cafes and receive a voucher worth up to $8. This event is open to all University of Scranton students, and registration can be found in Royal Sync at https://cglink.me/2rM/r384138 .

CSA’s Java Journey is a part of the club’s larger efforts to engage Scranton students with the greater Scranton community and to support local businesses.

"Java Journey is a free, fun, and flavorful event that fosters a sense of community among Scranton students and supports local businesses," said Nora Flannery ‘27, CSA vice president and physiology and philosophy major and biochemistry and theology/religious studies minor. Other CSA programming events include an annual Restaurant Fest that takes place each spring and will celebrate its fourth offering this year. 

At the core of the CSA mission: Promoting the many businesses in and around the city of Scranton to residents and commuter students at the University. CSA members created this event in the knowledge that local cafes present ideal spots for college students with offerings of free Wi-Fi, specialty coffee and tea drinks, snacks, and in some cases, free parking.

The participating cafes are equally excited to welcome Scranton students. During past events, they greeted students with balloons, University of Scranton-themed cookies, signs, and more to inspire the students to visit again.  

Participating cafes this year will include: Black and Brass Coffee Co., Blackwatch Cafe,  Pilgers’ Pastries, Retro, Downtown Deli Café, Bailey’s Cafe & Events and Northern Light Espresso Bar and Café.