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Dr. Ovidiu Cocieru in blue suit and tie against University purple background.
March 21, 2023

Psychological Safety in Organizations and Classrooms discussion April 11

Register for the next Diversity + Inclusion = A Better U! Lunch and Learn scheduled for April 11 at 12 p.m.

spiral pattern of stained glass windows
March 21, 2023

Spirituality Luncheon 'Jesuit Schools and March Madness' March 30

The Jesuit Center and Dr. Daniel Cosacchi, vice president for mission and ministry, will host the next spirituality luncheon for faculty and staff March 30.

Student Political Dialogue Planned for April 3banner image
March 21, 2023

Student Political Dialogue Planned for April 3

University Political Dialogues Working group to host dialogue on topic of guns.

Taken from elevated area overlooking over the mountains, city, beaches and sea next to Rio de Janeiro.
March 20, 2023

MBA and MHA Students Present Research in Brazil

The study abroad course also focused on social justice and cultural tours in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Pieces of palm forming  crosses.
March 20, 2023

Palm Sunday Liturgy set for April 2

All are welcome to gather for this special annual mass.

Black and yellow broad-winged butterfly on green bush with purple flowers.
March 20, 2023

Environmental Art Show Seeks Submissions

Submissions are open to all through March 31.

Ellacuría Initiative Women’s and Gender Justice Teach-In March 28banner image
March 20, 2023

Ellacuría Initiative Women’s and Gender Justice Teach-In March 28

University community members are invited to participate. Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are also most welcome.

Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio to perform March 25banner image
March 19, 2023

Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio to perform March 25

Performance Music at The University of Scranton will present “In Recital” featuring the Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio. Admission is free for the 7:30 p.m. event.

Francis P. Boland, MD Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline is May 15banner image
March 15, 2023

Francis P. Boland, MD Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline is May 15

Candidates for the award should intend to pursue a medical degree.

Scully Scholars Internship Program Application Deadline May 15banner image
March 15, 2023

Scully Scholars Internship Program Application Deadline May 15

The program is to provide University of Scranton students with financial assistance to pursue summer internships in public policy and to honor the memory of long-time professor of history and political science, Timothy H. Scully.

Graduates of the class of 2022 gather in the Moskovitz theater wearing their bright, multicolor stoles presented to them during the ceremony.
March 13, 2023

Apply by March 24 for the Donning of the Stole Ceremony

The Multicultural Center to offer a variety of stoles to represent a variety of identities.

WUSR-FM, 99.5, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary and was featured on WNEP-TV with General Manager Sam Durante '24. Photo courtesy Jim Riley, WUSR GM/CSO
March 13, 2023

WNEP-TV features 30th anniversary of WUSR-FM, 99.5

WUSR-FM, 99.5, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary with a reception at the newly-renovated studios. 

World Languages and Cultures 2023 TA Talks Begin March 30banner image
March 8, 2023

World Languages and Cultures 2023 TA Talks Begin March 30

These events feature the department’s Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistants and Visiting Instructors from around the world. This is an opportunity to hear their unique perspectives on their home countries and cultures. 

Scholarship Opportunities Available for 2023-2024banner image
March 8, 2023

Scholarship Opportunities Available for 2023-2024

Numerous scholarship opportunities for 2023-2024 are available with an application deadline of May 1. Details can be found at www.scranton.edu/financialaid.

The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21banner image
March 8, 2023

The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21

The scholarship was endowed to The University of Scranton by the estate of Marian Robling to be awarded to a University graduating senior who will be attending a graduate program in Business Administration at any college.

The Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J., Achievement Award 2023 Deadline is April 21banner image
March 8, 2023

The Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J., Achievement Award 2023 Deadline is April 21

The merit-based recognition was established by the late Fredrick A. Hensley, Jr., M.D. ’75 to be awarded to a University graduating senior majoring in any discipline who is accepted at an accredited U.S. medical school.

The Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Public Service Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21banner image
March 8, 2023

The Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Public Service Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21

Applicants for The Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Program for Public Service Scholarship must be University of Scranton sophomores or juniors who intend to complete an internship in their junior or senior year.

Shown are attendees at the 2019 Friends of the Library book sale. This year's sale includes used non-fiction and fiction hardcover and paperback books, CDs, and DVDs. The sale takes place in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room on the 5th Floor of the Weinberg Memorial Library, with all proceeds benefiting The Weinberg Memorial Library Endowment.
March 8, 2023

Friends of the Library 2023 Book Sale April 29-30

The Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library at The University of Scranton are sponsoring a Book Sale on Saturday, April 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Sunday, April 30 from noon until 4:00 p.m.

Social Sciences Honor Society Applications Due March 23banner image
March 1, 2023

Social Sciences Honor Society Applications Due March 23

Application for Pi Gamma Mu, the International Honor Society in Social Sciences, are being accepted now through March 23.

'Fair Play' free film screening and reception March 2banner image
March 1, 2023

'Fair Play' free film screening and reception March 2

Registration open for film screening of 'Fair Play,' a documentary discussing the challenges of work-life-family balance, will take place March 2, 6:00 p.m., sponsored by Women's and Gender Studies and Diversity Initiatives

Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship 2023-2024 Application Deadline March 24banner image
March 1, 2023

Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship 2023-2024 Application Deadline March 24

Scholarship will provide assistance for students entering their junior school year

French Game Night March 7banner image
February 28, 2023

French Game Night March 7

French Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant, Audrey Lecerf will host an immersive French experience featuring games, quizzes and activities on March 7.

 Human Resources Presents 'For Your Benefit' Seriesbanner image
February 28, 2023

 Human Resources Presents 'For Your Benefit' Series

The learning series, "For Your Benefit," continues March 7 and April 18, with sessions geared toward resources, planning and guidance on various employee benefit plans and life issues, such as University Compensation program, Tuition Remission benefit, University benefit package overview and more.

Center for Anti-Slavery Studies Collection gifted to Weinberg Memorial Librarybanner image
February 23, 2023

Center for Anti-Slavery Studies Collection gifted to Weinberg Memorial Library

In partnership with the Center for Anti-Slavery Studies, the Weinberg Memorial Library has acquired a selection of books and media. The resources, gifted from Sherman and Cindy Wooden, include important works on Black Pennsylvanians.

'Jim Crow of the North' Film Screening Feb. 26 banner image
February 21, 2023

'Jim Crow of the North' Film Screening Feb. 26

A film series sponsored by the Office of Community Relations, the Black Scranton Project, and WVIA as part of the Scranton's Story, Our Nation's Story project will conclude Feb. 26 at 3 p.m. with a screening of 'Jim Crow of the North.'

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February 21, 2023

Soup for the Soul Donations Start Feb. 23

Each Thursday during Lent through a program hosted by The Center for Service and Social Justice, students will be collecting monetary donations in support of the We Care program at Arrupe House.

students and faculty standing in Loyola Science Center with research presentations
February 21, 2023

Save the Date for Celebration of Student Scholars

All University of Scranton students and their faculty mentors are encouraged to consider participating in this showcase of the outstanding and unique scholarly work of our undergraduate and graduate students.

University Policies Information Session for Employees March 6banner image
February 21, 2023

University Policies Information Session for Employees March 6

University employees are invited to learn more about the policies overseen the Office of Equity and Diversity on Monday, March 6 at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom.

CBL Faculty Fellow Application Due Feb. 28banner image
February 21, 2023

CBL Faculty Fellow Application Due Feb. 28

Each Community Based Learning fellow will earn a $2,000 stipend for completing the program.

The University of Scranton announced events planned for March 2023.
February 21, 2023

March Events Planned at University

The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for March 2023.

Rev. Daniel Sweeney, S.J., Ph.D., assistant professor of Political Science at the University, administers ashes at a 2022 Ash Wednesday Mass.
February 15, 2023

Ash Wednesday is February 22

Lent, is a solemn reminder of human mortality and the need for reconciliation with God, begins with Ash Wednesday on Feb. 22. All services will be held in the DeNaples Center Ballroom (4th floor).

Apply to Be a Social Media Intern at the Universitybanner image
February 15, 2023

Apply to Be a Social Media Intern at the University

The Department of Marketing Communications is seeking new social media interns for summer and fall semesters.

In With The New: Updates To Royal Newsbanner image
February 15, 2023

In With The New: Updates To Royal News

Find helpful tools, expanded accessibility and an even better reading experience with the updated format at Royal News.

'Title 42:  Justice at the Border' Event March 2banner image
February 14, 2023

'Title 42:  Justice at the Border' Event March 2

The event will begin with an introduction to Title 42 and the KINO Border Initiative, followed by a background of the historical context of migration in Scranton and the impact on people at the U.S.- Mexico border.  

side-by-side images of a hand that features Henna and a steaming cup of coffee next to coffee beans.
February 14, 2023

Feb. 22 event celebrates Kuwait National Day, Kuwait Liberation Day

The University community is invited to celebrate Kuwait National Day with Kuwaiti coffee and sweets, Henna, Arabic calligraphy, and more. The event will be led by Badoor Albuloushi, Fulbright scholar and teaching assistant in the World Languages Department.

photo of people on a theatre stage set on background of fleur de lis pattern
February 14, 2023

The University of Scranton Players Present 'Little Women: The Musical' February 24-26, March 3-5

Talkbacks, in collaboration with the Jane Kopas Women’s Center will allow audiences a chance to discuss stereotypes of women presented within the performance, and how these stereotypes have impacted societies today.

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February 10, 2023

Feb. 21 at 3:30 p.m. is Multicultural Center Blessing and Opening Ceremony

The University community is invited to join for the grand opening of the Multicultural Center new space Feb. 21, at 3:30 p.m., first floor, DeNaples Center.

Celebrate El Carnaval Feb. 17banner image
February 8, 2023

Celebrate El Carnaval Feb. 17

An upcoming event sponsored by Latin American and Latinx Studies (LALS), the Spanish Cultural Society, and the Multicultural Center will offer attendees the opportunity to sample Latin American food, listen to Latin American and Latinx music, and participate in games and crafts from the region.

Yellow and orange twilight sky behind the silhouette of  Lahore, Pakistan
February 7, 2023

Global Insights presents: Pakistan

All faculty, staff and students are invited to join the Feb. 21 Global Insights program for 2022-23, featuring graduate student Ramsha Siddiqui.

Group posing in the University fitness center and wearing T-shirts bearing a University Fitness Challenge logo
February 6, 2023

16th Annual Fitness Challenge Registration Deadline Feb. 8

Join University's Center for Health and Wellness (CHEW) in committing to 150 minutes of exercise per week with the 16th Annual Fitness Challenge. Registration deadline for employees, faculty, and students is end of day Feb. 8.

Scranton Inclusive Books for Employees Offers Spring Book Clubbanner image
February 1, 2023

Scranton Inclusive Books for Employees Offers Spring Book Club

Staff and faculty are invited to read SCRIBE's spring semester book club selection 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.'

Dr. Paul Datti, Dr. Ovidiu Coceriu, Dr. Michael Bermudez
February 1, 2023

Professors Facilitate Diversity/Inclusion Lunch and Learn Series

The Office of Equity and Diversity is pleased to announce the upcoming Diversity + Inclusion = A Better U!  lunch and learn programs for staff and faculty.

Greater Scranton MLK Commission Hosts Annual Community Dinnerbanner image
January 4, 2023

Greater Scranton MLK Commission Hosts Annual Community Dinner

The Office of Government and Community Relations is sponsoring a table for faculty, staff and students. Contact community@scranton.edu to make a reservation.

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December 5, 2022

Sign Up to Receive Advent Daily Devotional Emails

The Jesuit Center invites you to enjoy daily inspiration and reflection this holiday season by registering for its Advent Daily Devotional emails.

On Monday, Dec. 5, The University of Scranton community is invited to sample Children’s Punch and Christmas cookies, engage in German Christmas songs, and learn a bit of history at a German Christmas Market.
November 29, 2022

Experience a German Christmas Market Dec. 5

Sample Children’s Punch and Christmas cookies, engage in German Christmas songs, and learn a bit of history on Dec. 5 at a German Christmas Market event led by Celine Seeger, German Fulbright Teaching Assistant.

Mariana Ortega is currently AMUW Chair of Humanistic Studies at Marquette University. She is Associate Professor of Philosophy; Women’s Gender, and Sexualities Studies; and Latino/a Studies at Penn State University.
November 7, 2022

Guest Lecturer Mariana Ortega Presents 'Listening to Sorrow in Border Cantos'

The exhibit 'Border Cantos' by Richard Misrach and Guillermo Galindo illustrates the importance of both visuality and sound in the process of honoring and mourning those who perish crossing the Mexico-U.S. border.

November: Month of Remembrancebanner image
October 25, 2022

November: Month of Remembrance

Deceased members of our University families, benefactors, and alumni will be remembered at Masses throughout the month of November, and at an annual Mass of Remembrance on Sunday, Nov. 13 in Madonna della Strada Chapel.

Departments and Organizations: Share Your Publicationsbanner image
October 25, 2022

Departments and Organizations: Share Your Publications

Any member of a department or organization on campus is welcome to submit a publication or newsletter for the Royal News "Featured Publication" spotlight.

Mayan Narratives Coffeehouse Rescheduledbanner image
October 25, 2022

Mayan Narratives Coffeehouse Rescheduled

In conjunction with the exhibition "Mayan Narratives: San Lucas Toliman. Photographs by Byron Maldonado," a Campus Coffeehouse will be held on Thursday, Nov. 3, in Leahy Room 235, from 7 to 8:00 p.m. 

Several Diversity Initiatives Grant programs at The University of Scranton.
October 5, 2022

Diversity Initiatives Review Board Now Accepting Applications

The Diversity Initiatives Review Board is accepting applications for grants to support creative, educational programs that promote diversity.

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