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Graduating Seniors Invited To Vote for 'Teacher of the Year'banner image
April 10, 2025

Graduating Seniors Invited To Vote for 'Teacher of the Year'

Each year the graduating senior class selects its "Teacher of the Year." Beginning Monday, April 14, seniors are invited to vote.

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April 6, 2025

35th Annual Take Back the Night April 24

This year’s program will include an educational fair featuring student clubs, campus organizations and local community partners, a march through campus, a "Speak Out" session and a candlelight vigil for reflection and remembrance.

Campus Store Announces 'Spring Sale'banner image
April 6, 2025

Campus Store Announces 'Spring Sale'

The University of Scranton Campus Store invites employees, faculty and students to a spring sale ongoing through Monday, April 21.

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April 2, 2025

Countdown to Pet Therapy: Canines on Campus April 29

Dog owners (students, staff, faculty, alumni or University guests) must register their pups by Friday, April 25.

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April 2, 2025

Multicultural Graduation Celebration Deadline April 11

Registration on RoyalSync for the Multicultural Celebration closes on April 11 at 5 p.m. The celebration will take place during The University of Scranton Commencement weekend.

CHEW Employee Wellness Program Offers Opportunities To Support Well-Beingbanner image
April 2, 2025

CHEW Employee Wellness Program Offers Opportunities To Support Well-Being

From stress relief and healthy habit-building to fostering meaningful connections, the University's Center for Health Education and Wellness presents spring events and activities.

2025 Environmental Art Show Preview Eventbanner image
April 2, 2025

2025 Environmental Art Show Preview Event

Get a first look at Environmental Art Show submissions and participate in the creation of a public art piece at a free Preview Event scheduled for Friday, April 4 in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room at the Weinberg Memorial Library.

Lenten Reconciliation Service April 2banner image
March 30, 2025

Lenten Reconciliation Service April 2

Opportunities for individual confession will follow a prayer service in the Madonna Della Strada Chapel.

Scranton Invites Accepted Students and Families To Visit March 29, April 5banner image
March 20, 2025

Scranton Invites Accepted Students and Families To Visit March 29, April 5

Scheduled events throughout the Accepted Students Days will include a President's Welcome with Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., “The Student Experience” presentations, residence hall tours, visits with faculty and academic departments, and meetings with the admissions and financial aid teams.

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March 20, 2025

'40-Day Fill-Up' for Lent Supports Food Pantry

Help to replenish the Royal Restore food pantry, which provides food and living items to students, staff and faculty in need.

An evening Graduate Open House on Wednesday, April 9, will offer information on The University of Scranton's more than 40 programs accredited by 10 professional associations.
March 19, 2025

Registration Open for April 9 Graduate Open House

At an evening Graduate Open House on Wednesday, April 9, successful University graduate alumni will share firsthand experiences, program faculty will offer insights and University Admission counselors will be available to offer guidance on the application and admissions process.

Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society Applications Due April 4banner image
March 17, 2025

Pi Gamma Mu Honor Society Applications Due April 4

A preferred online submission form for the International Honor Society in Social Sciences can be found online; two additional application options are available.

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March 16, 2025

Spirituality Luncheon on March 24

On the 45th anniversary of St. Oscar Romero’s martyrdom, members of the University community who traveled to El Salvador with the Jesuit Center in January will discuss their experience.

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March 5, 2025

Several Ways to Worship During the Holy Seasons

Mission and Ministry and Muslim Student Association present retreats, reflections and opportunities to give back.

Campus Store: 'Gear Up for Spring Break'banner image
February 27, 2025

Campus Store: 'Gear Up for Spring Break'

The University of Scranton Campus Store invites employees, faculty and students to the Champion Brand Sale through March 4.

Three Opportunities to Gather on Ash Wednesday, March 5banner image
February 24, 2025

Three Opportunities to Gather on Ash Wednesday, March 5

All are welcome to attend the three opportunities to gather in prayer and receive ashes on this day: 12:05 p.m. Mass, 4:40 p.m. prayer service, and an 8 p.m. prayer service. All liturgies will be in the DeNaples Ballroom (4th floor).

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February 19, 2025

Save the Date for Spring 2025 Career Expo on March 27

The University of Scranton's Center for Career Development will host the Spring 2025 Career Expo, an extraordinary opportunity for students from all majors to reach the University's recruitment partners.

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February 19, 2025

University Community: Visit the CSSJ Fat Tuesday Chocolate Fountain March 4

Faculty, staff and students are invited to sample sweets and learn about volunteer opportunities presented by the Center for Service and Social Justice.

Prayer Vigil for Immigrants and Refugeesbanner image
February 12, 2025

Prayer Vigil for Immigrants and Refugees

All are invited to join in prayerful solidarity and support for Scranton’s immigrant and refugee communities on Feb. 17.

Graduate Assistant Information Sessions Scheduledbanner image
February 12, 2025

Graduate Assistant Information Sessions Scheduled

Anyone interested in learning more about becoming a graduate assistant is invited to attend information sessions that are being offered in February.

University of Scranton Players To Present 'Little Shop of Horrors'banner image
February 12, 2025

University of Scranton Players To Present 'Little Shop of Horrors'

The comedy will run from Feb. 21 to 23 and Feb. 28 to March 2.

Phonetics Drop-in Lab Feb. 20banner image
February 12, 2025

Phonetics Drop-in Lab Feb. 20

Attendees are invited to bring questions, ideas, interesting links and more.

An Asian New Year Festival and Workshop on Feb. 12 will offer Chinese and Kanji calligraphy, shown, and an opportunity to decorate a lantern with professors and students from the University's Chinese Mandarin and Japanese classes.
February 3, 2025

Asian New Year Festival and Workshop Feb. 12

Decorate a lantern with professors and students from the University's Chinese Mandarin and Japanese classes, enter a chopstick competition, create calligraphy and learn how Japan, China and Taiwan celebrate the new year.

2025 Black History Month Program Offeringsbanner image
January 29, 2025

2025 Black History Month Program Offerings

Cross-departmental events in connection with this year's theme "African Americans and Labor" will include guest lectures, films, student social networking, an alumni panel discussion and BSU Freedom Fest, among other activities.

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January 27, 2025

Global Insights Continues 10th Anniversary Celebration

All University students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy a cultural presentation and cuisine at this free lunch and learn.

University of Scranton Performance Music choir, brass band and percussion.
January 21, 2025

Performance Music Seeks New Members

Do you like to sing or play an instrument? Performance Music is a great way to meet new people!

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January 21, 2025

2025 Community Partner Donation Opportunities

The University's Center for Service and Social Justice provides a list of community partners who would love to take items that no longer serve you and your home, but would make someone else very happy! See the list with links below.

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January 20, 2025

Regular Liturgical Schedule Resumes

Celebration of the Eucharist on campus begins Wednesday, Jan. 22. Additionally, on Fridays at 1 p.m. a Jum’ah Service will take place at the Campus Mosque. All are welcome at these worship services.

Student Activities Fair Jan. 31, 2025banner image
January 15, 2025

Student Activities Fair Jan. 31, 2025

Table registration is now open.

A New Year of Wellness at Scrantonbanner image
January 8, 2025

A New Year of Wellness at Scranton

CHEW offers new wellness classes for employees in January.

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December 31, 2025

Yoga Meditation Class Jan. 9

Employee Wellness invites you to reduce your stress level with a short yoga meditation class.

Graduate Assistant Applications Openbanner image
December 18, 2024

Graduate Assistant Applications Open

Deadline to apply is March 1, 2025.

Royal News Winter Break Schedulebanner image
December 15, 2024

Royal News Winter Break Schedule

The Royal News newsletter will now publish on a winter schedule, with updates continuing daily on the website.

Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert Dec. 11banner image
December 8, 2024

Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert Dec. 11

All are invited to begin the holiday season with a special community concert to benefit families in need.

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December 4, 2024

Learn About 'Animal Spirits and Consumer Sentiment' on Dec. 6

Dr. Aram Balagyozyan will present "Animal Spirits and Consumer Sentiment: New Evidence from a Dynamic Factor Model of Consumption," as the next program in the Faculty Research Seminar.

Advent Mass and Tree Lighting Dec 8banner image
December 3, 2024

Advent Mass and Tree Lighting Dec 8

All are welcome to participate in the Royal tradition of the annual University Advent Liturgy and Tree Lighting on Sunday.

'Numerical Investigation on Bio-inspired Flow'banner image
November 20, 2024

'Numerical Investigation on Bio-inspired Flow'

Geng Liu, Ph.D., will present the next program in the Faculty Research Seminar Series Nov. 22.

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November 18, 2024

Staff Senate Seeking Raffle Baskets

The Staff Senate Social Events and Community Building Committee welcomes raffle basket donations for the annual event.

'Abalone: Aristotle, Art and Architecture'banner image
November 11, 2024

'Abalone: Aristotle, Art and Architecture'

Janice Voltzow, Ph.D., will present the next program in the Faculty Research Seminar Series Nov. 15.

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November 8, 2024

International Education Week 2024 To Begin Nov. 18

The Office of Global Education invites the campus community to enjoy upcoming events.

CSSJ Christmas Giving Tree Begins Nov. 13banner image
November 8, 2024

CSSJ Christmas Giving Tree Begins Nov. 13

University faculty, students and staff are invited to purchase a gift of their choice for a child or teen in need in our community.

University of Scranton student volunteers with The Center for Service and Social Justice are shown assembling donations for Thanksgiving in 2023.
November 7, 2024

Thanksgiving Volunteers Needed Nov. 25-27

The Center for Service and Social Justice invites volunteers to participate as Family to Family Thanksgiving volunteers.

November: Remembering Our Departed Loved Onesbanner image
November 6, 2024

November: Remembering Our Departed Loved Ones

University Campus Ministry invites you to submit the names of loved ones lost for special prayers during month of November.

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November 5, 2024

Fulbright Scholar To Present About Spain Nov. 19

All University students faculty and staff are invited to enjoy cultural cuisine and learn more about Spain during the final Global Insights of fall semester!

IN CONCERT: University of Scranton String Orchestrabanner image
November 4, 2024

IN CONCERT: University of Scranton String Orchestra

The Nov. 15 event, open to the public and free of charge, will take place in the Houlihan-McLean Center, Mulberry Street and Jefferson Avenue.

 Schemel Forum To Host Ancient Egypt in Pennsylvaniabanner image
November 4, 2024

Schemel Forum To Host Ancient Egypt in Pennsylvania

"Ancient Egypt in Pennsylvania: Excavations, Collections and New Discoveries" will feature pieces of history unearthed through University of Pennsylvania research.

Undergraduate Students: Enter To Win 'The Scranton Experience' by Nov. 8banner image
November 1, 2024

Undergraduate Students: Enter To Win 'The Scranton Experience' by Nov. 8

Complete a confidential, voluntary survey by Nov. 8 for a chance to win a “Scranton Experience” package that includes spa services, axe throwing, prizes from Downtown Scranton coffee shops and restaurants, and a photo shoot with Iggy. Undergraduate students should check their email today for a survey invitation from Dean Lauren Rivera.

Jesuit Friends and Alumni Invited Nov. 3banner image
October 30, 2024

Jesuit Friends and Alumni Invited Nov. 3

Scranton friends and alumni are invited to a special Mass on campus Nov. 3.

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October 28, 2024

Professional Development and Volunteer Training Hosted by OED

The Office of Equity and Diversity invites all faculty and staff to participate in special training.

Oct. 28 Political Dialogue on Presidential Electionbanner image
October 22, 2024

Oct. 28 Political Dialogue on Presidential Election

A political dialogue on "Presidential Election: Your Vote, Your Voice" is coming up on Oct. 28 from 7- 9:00 p.m. in Loyola Science Center, Room 133. Pre-registration is required for the political dialogues.

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