Student Archive

06/09/2021
Class of 2021 Graduates of Magis Honors Program
Seven members of the University’s class of 2021 graduated from the Jesuit school’s Magis Honors Program in STEM.
06/09/2021
Class of 2021 Honors Program Graduates
Twenty-one members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2021 graduated from its undergraduate Honors Program.
06/08/2021
Business Leadership Honors Program Graduates
Fifteen members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2021 graduated from its Business Leadership Honors Program.
06/08/2021
Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program Graduates
Thirty-seven members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2021 graduated from its Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program.
06/02/2021
University of Scranton Strings with Eddie Barbash Now Streaming!
The University of Scranton Strings with Eddie Barbash is now streaming and available on YouTube.
06/01/2021
Graduates Commissioned as Second Lieutenants
Twelve members of the University’s class of 2021 were commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army.
06/01/2021
Royal Experience Program Names Summer Interns
Five University of Scranton students will participate in the Royal Experience Summer Internship Program for 2021.
05/26/2021
Donning of the Kente Stole Ceremony Held
The University of Scranton holds inaugural in-person Donning of the Kente Stole Ceremony, honoring members of its class of 2021.
05/23/2021
Undergraduate Commencement Ceremonies Held
The University of Scranton conferred more than 800 bachelor’s degrees at its undergraduate commencement ceremonies on May 23.
05/22/2021
University Confers Master’s and Doctoral Degrees
The University of Scranton conferred more than 500 master’s and doctoral degrees at an in-person graduate commencement ceremony May 22.
05/19/2021
SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Required for Students for Fall
The University of Scranton will require students to be fully vaccinated for SARS-CoV-2 by the start of the fall semester on August 27.
05/18/2021
Students Participate in Advertising Competition
University students compete in American Advertising Federation National Student Advertising Competition, District 2.
05/18/2021
Class of 2021 Evergreen Dedicated at Scranton
The University honored its graduating class by dedicating a Norway Spruce on the Dionne Campus Green as The Class of 2021 Evergreen.
05/18/2021
2021 Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize Winners
The Weinberg Memorial Library is excited to announce the winners of the 2021 Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize competition.
05/17/2021
Renovations Underway for Mechanical Engineering
The University has begun to renovate Hyland Hall into state-of-the-art learning and laboratory space for the Mechanical Engineering Program.
05/12/2021
Students in the Arts Showcase Talent in Final Shows of Year
As the semester winds down, students present their artwork, plays, music, writing and more during various final events, both online and in-person.
05/12/2021
Senior Research Spotlight: Jessica Fanelli
A senior who conducted research last summer talks about her experience.
05/11/2021
Students Win Cyber Forensic Competition
University students won the Cyber Forensic Student Competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance.
05/11/2021
Students Honor Father Pilarz in New Video
Students pay tribute to the University's 24th and 27th president, Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., in a video created by students Caroline R. Hagen and Sarah White. 
05/11/2021
Apply to be a Social Media Intern at University
The Department of Marketing Communications is seeking a new social media intern to start in fall 2021.
05/10/2021
DeNaples Mailroom Hours for Summer
The DeNaples Mailroom will close for the summer effective May 25.
05/10/2021
Campus Community Invited: Steel Pans Drum Band Debut Performance
Please join us for the debut performance (campus community ONLY, NOT a public event) of The University of Scranton Steel Pans Drum Band.
05/10/2021
Student Art Exhibition 2021 Online
The Hope Horn Gallery is pleased to announce the presentation of The University of Scranton Student Exhibition 2021 Online.
05/10/2021
Esprit Virtual Reading
Esprit, The University of Scranton’s Review of Arts and Letters, will be having a virtual reading of our Spring 2021 edition. The virtual reading will take place Thursday,  May 13 at 8:00 p.m.
05/05/2021
Get to Know Father Marina
Get to know Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., the 29th president of The University of Scranton.
05/05/2021
Scully Scholars Summer Internship Program 2021
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.
05/05/2021
Monsignor Andrew J. McGowan Cornerstone Scholarship
In his memory, the Monsignor Andrew J. McGowan Cornerstone Scholarship is awarded annually to students pursuing education at one of the regional academic institutions to which Monsignor devoted his time and service.
05/05/2021
Students Grateful to Volunteer at Vaccine Clinics
More than 150 University of Scranton nursing students have volunteered to administer thousands of doses of COVID-19 vaccines at clinics in NEPA.
05/05/2021
Six Royals Become Members of the Catholic Church
Congratulations and welcome to these new, fully initiated members of the Catholic Church.
05/04/2021
12th Annual Festival of Nations
Join the United Cultures Organization and the Multicultural Center as they celebrate the 12th annual Festival of Nations on Friday, May 7, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on DeNaples Patio and Dionne Green.
05/04/2021
Students Inducted into National Honor Societies
Hundreds of University students were inducted into national honor societies during the 2020-2021 academic year.
05/04/2021
Students Inducted into Jesuit Honor Society
Scranton students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities.
04/28/2021
End of the Year Drive
The University of Scranton's annual End of the Year Drive, hosted by The Center for Service & Social Justice, collects all the items that students would normally discard at the end of the academic year.
04/27/2021
The Manresa Retreat: From Love, Of Love, and For Love
The eighth installment of the Manresa Retreat occurred the weekend of April 17 at the Bryn Mawr Retreat Center in Honesdale.
04/20/2021
Students, Faculty: Ramadan Events
Ramadan Around the World, a Zoom event organized by the University’s Department of World Languages and Cultures, will take place on April 29.
04/20/2021
Students, Faculty: Dragon Boat Festival
The University of Scranton’s Department of World Languages and Cultures invites you to join us in celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival Thursday, April 22, at 7 p.m.
04/20/2021
University Student Teachers Serve at Area Schools
University graduate and undergraduate education majors served as student teachers at 15 area schools in fall and spring semesters.
04/14/2021
Student Government Results
The results of the 2021-2022 Student Government Elections are in.
04/14/2021
Senior Spotlight: Ashley Fischetti
With commencement approaching, the reality is beginning to set in for seniors. Their time at Scranton is coming to an end. Read our next senior spotlight here.
04/13/2021
What Students from Jesuit Colleges Across Globe Share
Slattery Center for the Ignatian Humanities event allows students from Jesuit schools across the globe to learn from and with each other.
04/08/2021
Grant Supports Turning a Career into a Vocation
The University received a NetVUE grant to extend efforts that encourage students to reflect on their chosen career paths as a vocation.
04/07/2021
Graduating Seniors: Vote for Teacher of the Year
Beginning Monday, April 26, please vote for the full-time faculty member who you believe best exhibits the following characteristics.
04/06/2021
Career Development Begins Year One at Scranton
Incoming students can begin to develop their career prospects as early as they start their first classes at Scranton.
04/06/2021
Virtual Social Justice Retreat
The Multicultural Center in partnership with the Office of Campus Ministries Center for Service and Social Justice and the University Minister for Service and Social Justice at the University of Detroit Mercy are hosting a Virtual Social Justice Retreat.
04/06/2021
Manresa Retreat - April 16 to 18
Join us for a refreshing weekend in the mountains at Bryn Mawr Retreat Center for the Manresa Retreat from Friday evening, April 16 to Sunday afternoon April 18.
04/06/2021
Donning of the Kente Stole Ceremony Application
The Multicultural Center is excited to announce its Donning of the Kente Stole Ceremony, which follows its Inaugural Ceremony last year.
03/31/2021
Students Enjoy Ease of Mobile Ordering App
During the fall 2020 semester, Transact’s Mobile Ordering application was introduced to the University community.
03/30/2021
Senior Spotlight: Stephen Chimenti
With commencement approaching, the reality is beginning to set in for seniors. Their time at Scranton is coming to an end. Read our senior spotlight here.
03/29/2021
Stabler Foundation Scholarship Established
The University of Scranton received $585,000 in grants from the Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation for an endowed scholarship fund.
03/23/2021
Fulbright Night Carnival
The University of Scranton’s Department of World Languages and Cultures is proud to announce that it will be hosting its second Fulbright Night of the spring semester.
03/23/2021
Fully In-person Classes to Resume at University in Fall
The University announced plans for resuming fully in-person classes this fall and in-person events for the summer.
03/19/2021
Law Scholarship Started for Scranton STEM Grads
University of Scranton and Boston College School of Law alumnus establishes scholarship for Scranton students attending B. C. law school.
03/18/2021
In-person Commencement Events Planned May 22-23
The University announced plans for in-person graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies on May 22-23 for its class of 2021.
03/17/2021
Scranton Students 'Break Open the Word' During Lent
Scranton’s "Breaking Open the Word" takes place after the 7:00 p.m. Mass during the Sundays of Lent and is led by a team of students. 
03/17/2021
Bookstore Part-time Cashier Needed
The University of Scranton Bookstore is seeking part-time cashier to work weekdays and some Saturdays.
03/17/2021
Student Government '21-22: Elections Info Session
Interested in joining Student Government? Attend an Election Information session.
03/10/2021
Wellness Day Gives Students a Chance to Recharge
One student writes about how Wellness Day helped her recharge.
03/09/2021
Lady Royals Capture Sixth Straight Landmark Conference Crown
The University of Scranton women's basketball team (7-1) held off a late Catholic rally and captured the program's sixth straight conference championship with a 56-55 victory over the Cardinals (7-3) in the Landmark Conference Championship game.
03/09/2021
Two Nursing Students Create Kindness for Chemo Club
Nursing students Jordana Bove and Daniella Cangelosi started Kindness for Chemo this past fall.
03/09/2021
2020-2021 Rev J.J. Quinn Scholarship
Apply for the Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J. Achievement Award for Demonstration of Excellence in English Studies.
03/09/2021
Pi Gamma Mu Social Sciences Honor Society
Applications for Pi Gamma Mu, the Social Sciences Honor Society, are now being accepted and are available.
03/09/2021
Silent Retreat Starts Out the Spring Semester for Campus Ministries
Just a few days after returning to campus for the spring semester, a small group of students (due to social distancing requirements) retreated to Chapman Lake on Feb. 5 for an Ignatian Silent Retreat. 
03/09/2021
Students Discuss Community-Based Learning Project
University of Scranton students discuss the community-based learning project from their business management course in a news article.
03/04/2021
University Student Medals in Forensics Tournament
University of Scranton Speech Team member won a second-place medal at a virtual collegiate forensics tournament held on Feb 28.
03/02/2021
Video: Students Welcome President-elect
Students welcome Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president-elect, to Scranton and give him some insider information about the University and its campus.
03/01/2021
Student Scholarships -- Apply Today!
Several scholarships have upcoming deadlines. Learn more here.
02/23/2021
Students Compete in Finance Research Challenge
Three University of Scranton finance majors were named as finalists in the 2021 Philadelphia CFA Institute Research Challenge.
02/23/2021
In-person Divinely Designed Retreat is a Success
This year’s Divinely Designed retreat looked different but felt similar to previous years.
02/23/2021
Language Learning Center Tutoring
The University of Scranton’s Department of World Languages and Cultures is proud to announce that virtual drop-in tutoring and Conversation Hours are back for the Spring 2021 semester!
02/23/2021
Practice Makes Perfect: Students Hone Skills During the Pandemic
Over the past year, many Scranton students have picked up hobbies, helping to keep them occupied during the stay-at-home and state shutdown orders. Some hobbies were new, some revisited, but all had a continued presence after the shutdowns were lifted.
02/17/2021
Performance Music Continues with COVID Edition
Cheryl Y. Boga wrote about adaptions made to Performance Music’s programming during the pandemic in an Inside Higher Ed article.
02/16/2021
Boland Scholarship 2021-2022
Find out about the Francis P. Boland, MD Memorial Scholarship.
02/10/2021
Basketball Teams Win Season Openers
The men's and women's basketball teams opened their seasons on Tuesday night against Moravian. 
02/10/2021
Students Respond to News of President-elect
Though students could not physically attend an announcement ceremony, they still found ways to get involved and welcome President-elect Marina.
02/10/2021
Video Competition: How to Celebrate Asian New Year
Asian Studies and the Department of World Languages and Cultures are co-sponsoring a Student Video Competition on "How to Celebrate Asian New Year."
02/10/2021
Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship 2021-2022
Recommendations for the 2021-2022 Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship are being solicited.
02/10/2021
Students: 2021-2022 Available Scholarships
For information about our 2021-2022 Available Scholarships, check out: scranton.edu/financialaid.
02/10/2021
Students, Faculty, Staff: ‘Spring’ into Global Insights with Egypt
Khadiga AboBakr, University of Scranton graduate student in secondary education, will share her heritage and experience at the first Global Insights presentation, Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021.
02/10/2021
A Conversation with Lynda Blackmon Lowery
The Cross Cultural Centers is proud to host Lynda Blackmon Lowery as our feature speaker for Black History Month with her Presentation: "Turning on 15 on the Road to Freedom: My story of the 1965 of the Selma Voting Rights March"
01/29/2021
What's New with the Royals Safe Together Plan
The Royals Safe Together Plan has been updated for the spring semester. Find out what's new and what's not, here.
01/27/2021
Nursing Students Help Administer Vaccine Shots
A Scranton Times-Tribune photo taken by Christopher Dolan ’14 of nursing student Glen Johnson giving a COVID vaccine shot appeared nationally.
01/26/2021
Information About Masses During the Spring Semester
Access to our campus continues to be restricted this Spring due to the COVID-19 health crisis. Therefore, our weekday and Sunday Masses on campus are limited to current students, faculty and staff of the University. Royal Card access is required.  
01/22/2021
Chinese Courses in Spring 2020 and Beyond
Why learn Chinese? Find out in this session on Jan. 28.
01/14/2021
University Announces Fall 2020 Dean’s List
Students were named to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the 2020 fall semester.
01/14/2021
Students Added to Spring 2020 Dean’s List
Students added to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the spring 2020 semester.
01/06/2021
Student Teaching in the Age of COVID-19
This semester, 12 student teachers from The University of Scranton braved unchartered territory: the PreK-4 classrooms of local school during the COVID-19 pandemic.
01/06/2021
MLK Day Event with Dr. John Amaechi, OBE
In celebration and continuance of the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., The Greater Scranton MLK Commission will host a live webinar given by psychologist, international speaker and bestselling author Dr. John Amaechi, OBE.
12/01/2020
Need a Fun, On-campus Job Next Semester?
Dining Services Retail Team is hiring!
11/24/2020
Two Students Qualify for National Forensics Tournament
Four University of Scranton Speech Team members won awards at two recent virtual collegiate forensics tournaments.
11/18/2020
What Does Dead Week Look Like This Semester?
his year, Dead Week looks a little bit different.
11/17/2020
University Christmas Tree is a Live One for 2020
The University planted a live Norway Spruce on the Dionne Campus Green to serve as a Christmas tree for 2020 and years to come.
11/16/2020
Students Fundraising for Local Youth Shelter
Graduate students in the clinical mental health counseling program are starting projects to advocate for at-risk groups as a part of their Professional Issues for Counselors course.
11/16/2020
Students Begin Royal Scholar Program in STEM
Five incoming students joined the Royal Scholars Program, which provides scholarships through a National Science Foundation grant.
11/11/2020
Spotlight: The University of Scranton Black Student Union (BSU)
The new Black Student Union (BSU) at The University of Scranton discusses some of their current goals and the process of becoming a club.
11/11/2020
National First-Generation College Celebration
The University of Scranton joined the National First-Generation College Celebration to recognize the University’s first-generation students, faculty, staff and alumni on Nov. 8.
11/10/2020
An Introduction to The Office of Equity and Diversity
 Jeffrey Colucci '21, student government president, recently interviewed Elizabeth M. Garcia, Esq., executive director of The Office of Equity & Diversity and special assistant to the president, about The Office of Equity & Diversity. 
11/03/2020
Students Begin Magis Honors Program at Scranton
Members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 begin the Magis Honors Program in STEM.
11/02/2020
Students Medal at Virtual Forensics Tournaments
University of Scranton Speech Team members win awards at two recent virtual collegiate forensics tournaments.
11/02/2020
Student Asks Campus Experts About Voting and Election Anxiety
Rebeca Chieffallo '21 talks to experts on campus about how to deal with the daunting task of voting and dealing with the results of the election.
10/28/2020
Students 'Celebrate' Global Handwashing Day
Global Handwashing Day is an annual celebration, but this year it holds a little more weight than usual. Find out what songs are students are singing while they wash, in addition to the traditional ABCs.
03/10/2020
Reduced Rate for Summer 2020 Courses
Scranton’s on-campus and online summer courses, at a reduced tuition rate, can help students fulfill a requirement or just get ahead.
03/05/2019
Reduced Rate for Summer 2019 Courses
Scranton’s on-campus and online summer courses, at a reduced tuition rate, can help students fulfill a requirement or just get ahead.
05/01/2018
Perspective Given on Running a Business in China
An economics professor from the University of Chicago spoke at The University of Scranton’s Henry George Seminar on capitalism in China.
04/30/2018
New Student Advisor Profile!
The Offices of the Registrar and Academic Services and Information Technology are pleased to announce the release of the Student Advisor Profile.
04/30/2018
10th Annual Festival of Nations
On Friday, May 4, from 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. on the Dionne Green the United Cultures Organization will be hosting the 10th Annual Festival of Nations!
04/26/2018
End of the Year Drive needs Volunteers!
The University of Scranton's annual End of the Year Drive collects all the items that students would normally discard at the end of the academic year, and we need volunteers!
04/26/2018
The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship Application for 2018 Graduation
The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship deadline has been extended to May 11!
04/24/2018
Royal Ambassadors: A Personal Reflection
Laura Freedman '19 reflects on her experiences with the Royal Ambassadors.
04/20/2018
Scranton Pre-Vet Students Vaccinate Lambs
The University of Scranton Pre-Vet Club traveled to a sheep farm in Nicholson, PA, where they gained valuable veterinary experience vaccinating lambs.
04/20/2018
Yesterday’s Warriors Becoming Tomorrow’s Leaders
Student Veterans of America’s President, Jared Lyon, speaks on how America’s veterans defy expectations and will be tomorrow’s leaders.
04/19/2018
Raise $ for your Club/Org during 5.06 WKND
5.06 Weekend (May 4 - May 6) is the University of Scranton's Day of Giving celebration, use this opportunity to raise money for your club or organization!
04/18/2018
University Nationally Awarded for Sustainability
The University of Scranton recognized with national award for sustainability in healthcare management.
04/18/2018
Lecture Examines Freedom in Postwar America
Martin Nekola, Ph.D., a political scientist from Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic, discussed “freedom of captive nations.”
04/18/2018
Navigating Student Meal Plans
Scranton personalizes your dining experience with convenient, flexible and healthy options. The only thing you have to do is pick a dining package that is the right fit for you.
04/16/2018
Travel Around the World With ISP!
ISP will host a Travel Around the World late night event on Saturday, April 21!
04/13/2018
New Student Advisor Profile!
The Offices of the Registrar and Academic Services and Information Technology are pleased to announce the release of the Student Advisor Profile.
04/13/2018
Royal Scholars Program-NSF S-STEM Scholarship
This new program for Scranton students in STEM majors is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation. We will be able to accept five rising juniors and offer a two-year scholarship for participation.
04/11/2018
The Commencement Committee Needs Your Help!
The Commencement Committee is currently looking for volunteers to assist at Class Night, Graduate Commencement, Baccalaureate Mass, and Undergraduate Commencement.
04/10/2018
Royal Signers Club Hosts Silent Simulation
The University of Scranton Programming Board and the Royal Signers (the American Sign Language club) put on a Silent Simulation event that brought awareness to the experiences of those in the deaf community.
04/10/2018
2018 Graduate Commencement Speaker Announced
Peter J. Danchak, regional president, PNC Bank, Northeast PA, will be the principal speaker at the University’s graduate commencement.
04/10/2018
Participants needed for Retreat this weekend!
The Multicultural Center Presents: An Identity Development Retreat
04/09/2018
Schemel Forum Peeks at Vietnam Behind Closed Doors
The University’s Schemel Forum hosted a luncheon seminar “JFK, LBJ and the Paradox of Vietnam” presented by a Pulitzer Prize winning author.
04/05/2018
Last Chance to Go Global!
The deadline for study abroad applications is quickly approaching! Get yours in soon!
04/05/2018
Study Abroad Info Session for Students
Come on down for a Study Abroad information session April 10 and 11!
04/05/2018
TSC Consultant’s Corner
Meet our TSC student consultants! They are an important part of the Technology Support Center team, as they answer phone calls and in-person questions about a wide range of topics related to computing, technology and other IT services.
04/04/2018
Summer Conference Assistant Applications
Conference & Event Services is taking applications for the position of Summer Conference Assistant! If you or anyone you know is interested in applying, please do so by Friday, April 13.
04/04/2018
Undergraduate Commencement Speaker Announced
Most Reverend George V. Murry, S.J., Ph.D., Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown, will be the principal speaker at undergraduate commencement.
04/03/2018
Theatrical Talent Thrives at Turn of 20th Century
Reception held for exhibit “Distinguished for Their Talents – Theatrical Portraits by Scranton Master Penman P. W. Costello, 1905-1930.”
04/03/2018
Apply for Student Government Cabinet Positions!
Positions are available for the Student Government Executive Cabinet next year!
03/28/2018
Equestrian Team Breaks School Record
This year's equestrian team has made Scranton history with six members of the team competing in the regional show and a few in more than one class. Katelyn Langford, Lauren Rice, Alexandra Mueller, Kelsi McGlone, Claire Jarvis and Sela Fine will be competing on March 31 for a spot in Zones, which potentially leads to qualifying for the National Competition.
03/28/2018
Raise Others Up: A Reflection by Brittany Thomas
Junior Brittany Thomas reflects on her experience volunteering at the St. Francis foot clinic and shadowing Dr. James O'Connell at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.
03/27/2018
Vote for Teacher of the Year!
Attention Graduating Seniors: Vote for the 2018 University of Scranton Teacher of the Year!
03/27/2018
Art Community at Scranton Blooming Again
The art scene at Scranton is growing again and welcomes all students with an interest in the arts.
03/27/2018
LAST CALL for PHE Applications
CHEW's nationally certified Peer Health Educators applications are due tomorrow!
03/26/2018
Using Literature to Inspire Children
The Dean of The Panuska College of Professional Studies discusses “Using Children’s Literature to Teach Social Justice.”
03/21/2018
Student Attends the IMA Leadership Experience
Scranton graduate student among the six students chosen to attend the Institute of Management Accountants Student Leadership Experience.
03/20/2018
U.S. News Ranks Scranton’s MBA and Nursing Program
U.S. News ranked Scranton’s part-time MBA program and graduate nursing program among the top 100 “Best Graduate Schools” in America.
03/20/2018
Seniors: Meet Fr. Keller
A Note from Rev. Herbert B. Keller, S.J., to Seniors
03/19/2018
Passionate about Health and Wellness Topics?
Be Happy, Be Healthy, Be a Leader!
03/19/2018
The 2018 Monsignor Andrew J. McGowan Cornerstone Scholarship at The University of Scranton
The Monsignor Andrew J. McGowan Cornerstone Scholarship at The University of Scranton
03/19/2018
The Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J. Achievement Award
The Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J. Achievement Award for Demonstration of Excellence in English Studies Application for 2018 Graduation
03/19/2018
The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship Application for 2018 Graduation
Are you a graduating senior planning to pursue a graduate education in business administration? Apply for the 2018 Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship!
03/14/2018
Students to be Initiated into Catholic Church
Each year, Campus Ministries, with permission from the Bishop of the Scranton Diocese, prepares students who wish to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church.
03/14/2018
Desert Experience Retreat Popularity Soars
Since winning the JASPA Award last year for Outstanding Campus Program or Initiative, Campus Ministries' "A Desert Experience Retreat" in Death Valley National Park grew substantially this past December.
03/13/2018
The Royal Way: Interview with Timmy Gray '18
Fr. Patrick and senior Timmy Gray discuss "The Royal Way," a program for Scranton athletes to help student athletes build character and come together as a team.
03/13/2018
Global Insights Presents: Ecuador
Richard Abril ’19, Economics major, will present on his native country of Ecuador at the second Global Insights program on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at 11:30 a.m. in Brennan Hall, The Rose Room 509.
03/06/2018
Guerrilla Girls on Tour Makes a Stop at Scranton
Guerrilla Girls on Tour member Donna Kaz discussed why “It is a great time to be a feminist” at The University of Scranton.
03/06/2018
Students to Serve Nation’s Needy over Spring Break
Students to participate in six service trips organized by Campus Ministries’ Center for Service and Social Justice during spring break.
03/01/2018
Reduced Rate for Summer Courses
Scranton’s on-campus and online summer courses, at a reduced tuition rate, can help students fulfill a requirement or just get ahead.
02/28/2018
Students Reflect on Career Site Visits
The President’s Business Council (PBC) and The Center for Career Development conduct student networking trips and regional receptions throughout the year to connect current students with alumni and friends in Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.
02/28/2018
College Students Learn to Lead at University
College students from across Northeastern Pennsylvania gathered at The University of Scranton to ignite their leadership skills.
02/23/2018
University Conducts Political Dialogue Training
University hosts Political Dialogue Facilitation Training Workshop for faculty and staff as part of an ongoing civic engagement initiative.
02/23/2018
College Ring Event
Don't miss the Jostens College Ring Event!
02/23/2018
Nursing Students and Alumni Provide Service
In collaboration with Island Impact Ministries and University of Scranton alumni, 11 nursing students and two faculty members traveled with a team of healthcare providers and other volunteers to the Dominican Republic in January 2018.
02/23/2018
Alpha Mu Gamma: Foreign Language National Honor Society
The Theta Iota Chapter of the Foreign Language National Honor Society, Alpha Mu Gamma, is in the process of enrolling new members.
02/20/2018
University Student Teachers Begin at Area Schools
University of Scranton graduate and undergraduate education majors began serving as student teachers at nine local schools this semester.
02/20/2018
Theatrical Portraits by Scranton Penman on Display
“Distinguished for Their Talents – Theatrical Portraits by Scranton Master Penman P. W. Costello, 1905-1930" exhibit featured in library.
02/20/2018
How Being an Officer in a Club Makes You Stronger
Leadership Experience Q and A with Christina Brannon '20
02/19/2018
The Players Present ‘The Moors’
From March 1st to the 4th The Scranton Players will be performing 'The Moors."
02/14/2018
Off-Campus Housing Expense Survey
Off-Campus Housing Expense Survey
02/13/2018
Luncheon Seminar Explores Reducing Inequality
'Reducing Inequality in the 21st Century' discussed at the University’s Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Series.
02/13/2018
Safe Zone for Students- Register Now!
The Jane Kopas Women's Center is excited to announce the continuation of our Safe Zone Training Workshops!
02/12/2018
2018-2019 Available Scholarships
Need information on scholarships for the upcoming academic year? Read on.
02/12/2018
Spring Global Insights Opens with Pakistan
Hurr Hamdani ’18, graduate student in Scranton’s MBA program,  will present at the first spring Global Insights program on Thursday, February 22 at 11:30 a.m.
02/09/2018
IGNITE Student Leadership Conference Planned for Students
The University’s Center for Student Engagement will offer the IGNITE Student Leadership Conference to Scranton and other NEPA college students.
02/06/2018
Advice for the New Semester
Dean Lauren Rivera offers advice for the new semester.
02/06/2018
The Beauty of Nature with Berenice D’Vorzon
Darlene Miller-Lanning, Ph.D., discussed “The Berenice D’Vorzon Collection at The University of Scranton” at an art gallery lecture Feb. 2.
02/06/2018
Study in Italy Summer Program
A few spots are still available for the Study in Florence Summer Program sponsored by the Department of World Languages and Cultures and led by Drs. Caporale and Zanzana.
02/06/2018
Grocery Bingo Feb. 9 at 9 p.m.
Win free groceries next Friday! Grocery Bingo will take place on first-floor DeNaples at 9 p.m. Some of the prizes include free meal swipes, free food and other giveaways!
02/06/2018
Off Campus Housing Survey
The Financial Aid Office surveys our current students residing in non-University owned off-campus housing to determine the expenses incurred so that an accurate student total cost of attendance may be determined.
02/05/2018
Graybar Memorial Scholarship
Recommendations for the 2018-2019 Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship are being solicited. The scholarship will provide assistance for students entering their junior social year next fall.
02/05/2018
Summer 2018 in Spain
Our intensive summer course helps learners greatly improve their oral and written communicative abilities in Spanish. Students spend three weeks in Spain in the beautiful northern city of Pamplona, at the Universidad de Navarra.
01/31/2018
University Student Officer Program
Student Officers are on campus year-round and support University Police in performing many public safety functions.
01/30/2018
Auditions for Legally Blonde: The Musical!
Come audition for Liva Arts Company's spring production of Legally Blonde: The Musical!
01/30/2018
A Day of the Life of an Intern: Junior Brian Price
Q&A with junior Brian Price, an intern at PricewaterhouseCoopers in Philadelphia this intersession.
01/30/2018
Shuttle Service for University Students
Did you know the University of Scranton offers a special bus service run by Colts Bus for University of Scranton students?
01/30/2018
Class of 2017 Successful Within Six Months
Ninety-six percent of the undergraduate class of 2017 and 98 percent of the graduate class were successful in obtaining their career goal.
01/25/2018
Performance Music First Rehearsals Info
Interested in Performance Music? Find out more info about the first rehearsals of the semester.
01/25/2018
Be part of The Multicultural Awareness Program!
The Multicultural Center would like to cordially invite you to be part of The Multicultural Awareness Program (The M.A.P.) this Spring 2018.
01/24/2018
Study Abroad in Mexico
Student Lauren Coggins write about her experience studying abroad in Mexico in the Department of Latin America and Women's Studies newsletter.
01/23/2018
University Announces Fall 2017 Dean’s List
Students were named to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the 2017 fall semester.
01/23/2018
Basketball Players Reach Milestones
Ethan Danzig, a member of the men's basketball team, and Bridgette Mann, a member of the women's basketball team, reached milestones this past week.
01/22/2018
Students Added to Spring 2017 Dean’s List
Students added to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the spring 2017 semester.
01/22/2018
Student Nursing Service Trip Reflection
Senior Joe Kampfe reflects on the meaning of privilege after his service trip to the Dominican Republic.
01/19/2018
Games & Coloring Night with Cross Cultural Centers
Join the Cross Cultural Centers for a night of coloring and board games.
01/17/2018
Study Abroad Barcelona by Kassie Dunn '19
Junior Kassie Dunn reflects on her intersession study abroad trip to the beautiful city of Barcelona, Spain.
01/16/2018
NYC Internship Q and A: Carolyn Giordano '19
Junior Carolyn Giordano reflects on her internship at Tri Coastal Designs in NYC.
01/16/2018
Recognition for Student Pro Bono Services
A recent PCPS graduate writes about student service.
01/09/2018
Two Students Create Company to Provide Clean Water
Seniors Marissa Frank and Jaclyn Campson created True Thabo to provide clean water to schools in Africa.
01/09/2018
Embattled Freedom and the Tale of William Fogg
Historic local case of black voting rights discussed at the Schemel Forum’s collaborative program with the Lackawanna Historical Society.
01/09/2018
AFROTC Registration through Wilkes
We are excited to share our new registration system to help students finalize their enrollment in AFROTC for the Spring 2018 semester.
12/13/2017
University Students/High School Teachers Awarded
The University recognized students and their high school teachers, who they credit for contributing to their success, with Rose Kelly Awards.
12/12/2017
University Students Receive Frank O’Hara Awards
University of Scranton students received Frank O’Hara awards in recognition of their academic achievement.
12/11/2017
Advent Daily Devotional by Virginia Farrell '20
Advent Daily Devotional reflection and prayer by Virginia Farrell '20
12/11/2017
Intersession Intramural Sports up for Registration
Looking for something to do over intersession? Join an intramural sports team!
12/07/2017
Professor Explains Why History Matters at Luncheon
Sami Adwan, Ph.D., presented “History Matters: The Road to Cross-Cultural Understanding and Reconciliation” at a Schemel Forum luncheon.
12/06/2017
The China Shock and U.S. Election Discussed
MIT economics professor David Autor, Ph.D., discussed “The China Shock: Economic and Political Consequences of China’s Rise for the United States.”
12/05/2017
Apply to be a Social Media Intern at University
The Department of Marketing Communications is seeking a new social media intern beginning after intersession.
12/04/2017
NEPA Air Force ROTC Program Accepting Students
AFROTC is a professional training program for full-time college students in any year and graduate students.
11/29/2017
Bringing Ghana to Local Students at Scranton
The University of Scranton held a lecture about Ghana for local elementary and middle school students during International Education Week.