The University of Scranton's 2026-27 academic year is underway.
As the seasons officially change, here are a few summer headlines you may have missed, as well as some announcements for upcoming events in the fall.
Princeton Review: Scranton a 'Best College' With Top Marks for Service and School Pride
The University of Scranton was once again selected by The Princeton Review as one of the nation's best colleges, in addition to earning three national top-25 rankings in categories that reflect a campus culture rooted in connection, service and school pride.
Read a full article about the rankings by clicking this link.
F.I.R.S.T. Program Hosts Community Fun Day, School Supply Giveaway
Forty incoming University of Scranton students traded a week of summer break for a week of service, highlighted by a Community Fun Day and back-to-school supply giveaway for local families.
FOX56, WBRE and WNEP were among the media who covered the activities organized by the University's F.I.R.S.T. (First Years Involved in Reflective Service Together) program.
Follow this link to see full coverage on Royal News.
Senior Accounting Student Named PCAOB Scholar
Camia Rosella Capalongo ’27, an accounting major from Scranton, was named a 2026 Scholar by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board. She is one of 677 college students in the nation to receive the scholarship, which recognizes students pursuing accounting studies and supports their development as future professionals.
Read more about the honor in a full article on Royal News.
Fall Schemel Forum Programs To Feature Nationally Recognized Presenters
The University of Scranton's Schemel Forum will offer an eclectic lineup of programs this fall, including a World Affairs Luncheon Seminar with Rev. James Martin, S.J., H'17, a New York Times best-selling author and frequent media commentator.
Read the full lineup of fall Schemel Forum events by following this link.
Fall Concert Season Schedule Announced
Performance Music announced its fall concert season public performance lineup with the first show quickly approaching on Friday, Sept. 18.
Read more and discover the full schedule of events by following this link.
In addition to the regular Wednesday email newsletter, The University of Scranton's Royal News website is updated continuously throughout the year with new stories, features and announcements. Readers may visit at any time to find the latest news from across the University.
Campus Catch-Up: Scranton Named a 'Best College'
Recent Royal News stories have covered a new ranking by The Princeton Review, as well as announcements from the Schemel Forum and Performance Music.