University News Archive

  • 12/05/2023
    Scranton President Visits Universities in Taiwan
    Taiwan’s Ministry of Education hosts Scranton delegation for meetings at a dozen universities to explore mutually beneficial partnerships.
  • 12/05/2023
    Students Participate in PwC Case Competition at Scranton
    More than 60 students actively learned about real-world business scenarios by participating in PwC’s Case Competition at Scranton in November.
  • 12/05/2023
    Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert Set for Dec. 10
    Audience member donations for admittance to the Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert will benefit local families in need this holiday season.
  • 11/30/2023
    Lecture by Acclaimed Author Concludes Scranton Story Project
    Harvard professor and acclaimed author Danielle Allen, Ph.D., spoke at the “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project final event in November.
  • 11/30/2023
    The Literary Lives of Nuns Discussed
    Author and editor Nick Ripatrazone studies the relationship between nuns and poetry to acknowledge and remember an overlooked literary genre.
  • 11/28/2023
    University Hosts 37th Henry George Lecture
    Economist Robert Feenstra, Ph.D., presented The University of Scranton’s 37th Henry George Lecture.
  • 11/27/2023
    Noel Night Concert Set for Dec. 2
    The 56th annual Noel Night concert featuring student Performance Music ensembles will include works sung in English, Chinese, Latin, Russian and Zulu.
  • 11/21/2023
    University Holds Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
    One hundred fifty food baskets were provided to area families in need through the The University of Scranton’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.
  • 11/21/2023
    Students Place Second and Third in Cyber Security Competition
    Students majoring in cybercrime and homeland security placed second and third in a cyber security simulation student competition hosted by Endicott College in Massachusetts.
  • 11/21/2023
    Professor Emerita Receives Excellence Award for Book
    Professor emerita Margarete L. Zalon’s book received a 2023 International Book Award from Sigma Theta Tau.
  • 11/16/2023
    Scranton Remembers Martyrs of El Salvador
    Remembrances dedicated to the Martyrs of El Salvador can be found throughout The University of Scranton campus.
  • 11/14/2023
    Scranton Makes Princeton Review Green College List
    The Princeton Review included The University of Scranton among the 522 schools listed in its 2024 Guide to Green Colleges.
  • 11/14/2023
    Area Women Complete Business Startup Program
    Area women complete a SBDC WEC certificate program designed to provide them with the skills and knowledge needed to start their own businesses.
  • 11/13/2023
    Violinist Kako Miura Boga To Perform Nov. 18
    Acclaimed violinist Kako Miura Boga to perform at Nov. 18 Performance Music concert with The University of Scranton String Orchestra.
  • 11/10/2023
    University Ham Radio Station Equipment Installed
    Forty-foot antenna and equipment installation on the rooftop of Loyola Science Center give student Amateur Radio Club and HamSCI research new horizons.
  • 11/07/2023
    Students Named Sanofi Excellence in STEM Scholars
    Five University of Scranton students named as Sanofi Excellence in STEM Scholars and received support for summer research projects.
  • 11/07/2023
    Author Discusses Book ‘A Molecule Away From Madness’
    University of Pennsylvania clinical neurologist discusses research on how molecules function to help – or hurt – the human brain.
  • 11/06/2023
    Q and A with FBI Intelligence Analyst Nov. 9
    Scranton alumna Danielle Smallcomb ’93 will discuss her 20-plus year career at the FBI at a Q and A on campus Nov. 9.
  • 11/03/2023
    Students Learn Firsthand About Emergency Preparedness
    Scranton computing sciences and physics and engineering students participated in a Luzerne County emergency management drill.
  • 11/02/2023
    Scranton Stories Displayed at Hope Horn Gallery Through Nov. 17
    Scranton Stories portraits and oral histories exhibit of 25 Scranton residents tell a story of the city and nation on display as part of First Fridays Nov. 3 and through Nov. 17 during gallery hours.
  • 11/02/2023
    University Hosts Nathan Lecture Oct. 26
    The University of Scranton hosted the Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Lecture Series with Danish Ambassador and Cultural Diplomacy Advisor.
  • 10/31/2023
    Symphonic Band Concert Set for Nov. 4
    University Symphonic Band to perform works by Julie Giroux, Charles Ives, Philip Sparke, Frank Ticheli and others at Nov. 4 concert.
  • 10/30/2023
    Class of 2027 Students Begin Magis Honors Program
    Thirteen members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2027 entered the Jesuit school’s Magis Honors Program in STEM.
  • 10/30/2023
    Incoming Students Join Business Honors Program
    Thirty-two members of The University of Scranton’s incoming class of 2027 entered the Frank P. Corcione Business Honors Program.
  • 10/30/2023
    Living in the Anthropocene Discussed at Scranton
    Speaker says resiliency will be key in coping with future environment at Myers Distinguished Visiting Fellow in the Humanities and Civic Engagement Lecture.
  • 10/30/2023
    Acclaimed Author to Discuss Who We Are as a Nation
    Harvard professor and acclaimed author to speak at final event produced by “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project.
  • 10/27/2023
    Catholic Choral and University Concert Choir to Perform
    University of Scranton to host Catholic Choral Society 75th anniversary season kick-off performance: Generations Sing!
  • 10/26/2023
    Annual Conference on Disability Held at University
    The University of Scranton’s 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability highlighted ability-focused advocacy.
  • 10/25/2023
    Scranton Ranked No. 10 for Community and National Service
    Ranking analyzes universities contribution to public good based on calculation of social mobility, research and public service of graduates.
  • 10/24/2023
    Engineering Students Take First- and Second-Place Medals
    University of Scranton students finish in first or second place in all three events at regional, 14-state engineering competition.
  • 10/24/2023
    Students Rise to Centurion Fitness Challenge
    The Centurion Challenge put University of Scranton students’ physical fitness to the test.
  • 10/20/2023
    China Shock Impact To Be Discussed at Henry George Lecture
    Research that assesses the broader economic impact of the ‘China shock’ to be discussed at the University’s Henry George Lecture Nov. 9.
  • 10/19/2023
    Students Lead Nursing Facility Tour for PA Legislators
    Pennsylvania state legislators tour state-of-the-art nursing facility at Scranton and see “the incredible impact education can have on our community and beyond.”
  • 10/19/2023
    Francis X. Clooney, S.J., Awarded Honorary Degree
    Harvard professor Francis X. Clooney, S.J., receives honorary degree at Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on Comparative Theology.
  • 10/18/2023
    Professor Awarded Nearly Half-Million Dollar Grant
    Biology faculty member’s six-figure National Science Foundation Grant will enable additional student-faculty research projects for years to come.
  • 10/17/2023
    Interfaith Prayer Service for Peace Offered Oct. 17
    University of Scranton joins with faithful across the world to offer prayers for peace in the Holy Land on Oct. 17.
  • 10/17/2023
    Students Offer Advice on Attending Open House
    Current students give tips on attending The University of Scranton Open House events, which are set for Oct. 22 and Nov. 5 this year.
  • 10/16/2023
    Denmark Discussed at Nathan Lecture Oct. 26
    A panel discussion and musical performance will highlight Denmark’s history, economy and culture at the Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar Lecture Series.
  • 10/12/2023
    Saxophonist Chris Lewis to Perform Oct. 28
    Performance Music to present concert with guest artist, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Chris Lewis and the University Jazz Band Oct. 28.
  • 10/12/2023
    November Events Planned at University
    An award-winning violinist performance and an art exhibit portraying stories of Scranton residents are among the list of University events planned this November.
  • 10/11/2023
    A Statement on the Violence in Israel and Gaza
    University of Scranton President Joseph G. Marina, S.J., sent “A Statement on the Violence in Israel and Gaza” to the University community.
  • 10/11/2023
    Scranton Names Class of 2027 Presidential Scholars
    National merit scholars, valedictorians and salutatorians among The University of Scranton class of 2027 Presidential Scholarship recipients.
  • 10/10/2023
    Stories of Scranton to Premiere Oct. 27
    The Oct. 27 premiere of Scranton Stories will feature oral histories and portraits of 25 Scranton residents that tell a story of the city and nation.
  • 10/06/2023
    Engineering Students Gain Valuable Experience This Summer
    Scranton physics and engineering students gain experience through summer internship and research projects locally, across the U.S. and abroad.
  • 10/06/2023
    Future Nurse Anesthetists to Begin Clinical Rotations
    The University of Scranton held a capping ceremony for members of its 2025 graduate nurse anesthetist program.
  • 10/05/2023
    Football, Faith, Antisemitism and the American Dream
    “Dyed in Crimson – Football, Faith, Antisemitism and the American Dream” will be presented at the Judaic Studies Institute Lecture Oct. 31.
  • 10/05/2023
    Award-winning Author Discusses Book
    Living Against the Grain author Timothy Muldoon spoke to students at the Ignatian Values in Action Lecture on campus.
  • 10/04/2023
    Scranton Alumna Dedicates Life to Optimistic Occupation
    Martina Martin ’80 says The University of Scranton’s Socratic approach to education guided her on the path to her vocation and a lifetime of meaningful work in the global and local United Way system.
  • 10/04/2023
    Survey Shows Career Goals Success of Class of 2022
    Ninety-nine percent of the University’s class of 2022 graduates earning a bachelor’s degree were successful in obtaining their career goal.
  • 10/03/2023
    University Appoints 22 New Faculty Members
    The University has appointed 22 new full-time faculty members for the 2023-2024 academic year.
  • 10/02/2023
    Open House Dates Set for Oct. 22 and Nov. 5
    Prospective students can see all the The University of Scranton has to offer at Open House events on Oct. 22 and Nov. 5. Registration and tours begin at 9 a.m.
  • 09/28/2023
    Grant Supports University Community ESL Program
    University receives Scranton Area Community Foundation critical needs grant to support ESL Program.
  • 09/28/2023
    Acclaimed Pianist to Perform Oct. 14
    Performance Music to host piano recital by ‘gifted virtuoso’ and award-winning pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner Oct. 14.
  • 09/28/2023
    Compelling Talks Slated for Oct. 17 and 30
    Lecture by environmental ethics and animal rights scholar and talk about book censorship by American Library Association executive director set in October.
  • 09/26/2023
    Annual U.S. Conference on Disability Set for Oct. 5
    The 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability returns, in-person, with award-winning documentary director among presenters.
  • 09/20/2023
    Scranton Answers Pope’s Call to Care for Our Common Home
    The University of Scranton begins a seven-year process for Vatican designation as a Laudato Si’ University.
  • 09/20/2023
    Leading Expert to Discuss Comparative Theology
    Harvard professor Francis X. Clooney, S.J., to Give Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on Comparative Theology on Sept 28.
  • 09/19/2023
    Edward and Patricia Leahy Honored by University
    The University of Scranton honored long-time benefactors Edward and Patricia Leahy with its President’s Medal.
  • 09/18/2023
    Scranton Ranked in U.S. News Top 10 for 30 Years
    U.S. News ranked The University of Scranton in the top 10 “Best Regional Universities in North” for the 30th consecutive year.
  • 09/18/2023
    A Fire That Kindles Other Fires Campaign Announced
    Scranton begins public phase of historic $135 million Fire that Kindles Other Fires campaign to advance mission, access and excellence.
  • 09/15/2023
    University of Scranton Names Four New Trustees
    The University of Scranton names four new members, including three alumni, to its Board of Trustees.
  • 09/15/2023
    Living Against the Grain Author Talk Set for Sept. 21
    Theology professor and award-winning author to discuss “Living Against the Grain” at Ignatian Values in Action Lecture on Sept. 21.
  • 09/14/2023
    Students Study Mandarin Chinese in Taiwan
    University of Scranton students studied Mandarin Chinese in Taiwan this summer with scholarship support they received.
  • 09/13/2023
    Students Find Area Volunteer Opportunities at Fair
    Nearly 60 nonprofit organizations looking for volunteers met with students in search of service opportunities at Scranton’s Volunteer Fair.
  • 09/13/2023
    Concert to Feature 'Living Legends' Wycliffe Gordon and Eric Reed
    The University’s Family Weekend Concert will feature trombonist and vocalist Wycliffe Gordon and pianist Eric Reed on Saturday, Sept. 23. Gordon's arrangement of the theme for NPR’s 'All Things Considered' can be heard daily.
  • 09/12/2023
    Emergency Notification System Test on Sept. 14
    The University of Scranton will test its emergency notification system on Thursday, Sept. 14.
  • 09/12/2023
    University Student Teachers Begin at Area Schools
    University undergraduate education students have begun serving as student teachers at 10 local schools this semester.
  • 09/11/2023
    Wall Street Journal Lists Scranton in Best U.S. Colleges
    The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse included The University of Scranton among its list of the 400 Best Colleges in the U.S.
  • 09/08/2023
    Schemel Forum Offers Range of Stimulating Courses
    The University of Scranton’s Schemel Forum fall courses range from ‘the timely to the timeless.’
  • 09/06/2023
    Student-Run Model Adopted for Free Medical Clinic
    The University of Scranton and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine sign agreement to operate free medical clinic.
  • 09/05/2023
    Scranton Cadets Travel World for Leadership Training
    Ten members of The University of Scranton’s ROTC program participated in selective summer leadership training initiatives.
  • 09/05/2023
    Stephen E. Whittaker, Ph.D., Receives Earl Award
    Stephen E. Whittaker, Ph.D., professor of English and theatre, received The University of Scranton’s 2023 John L. Earl III Award.
  • 09/05/2023
    Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Seminars Set for Fall
    The Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Seminars for the fall semester will cover a range of timely issues.
  • 08/29/2023
    Fall Semester Events Planned at University
    The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for the fall semester of 2023.
  • 08/28/2023
    University Announces 2023-2024 Faculty Promotions
    Fourteen faculty members were granted rank and tenure promotions at The University of Scranton.
  • 08/25/2023
    Rob Kapilow Performance Set for Sept. 8
    Rob Kapilow’s 'What Makes It Great? The Great American Songbook' will open the Performance Music fall season on Sept. 8.
  • 08/22/2023
    Scranton Class of 2027 to Move onto Campus
    The University of Scranton to welcome the 1,000-plus members of its incoming Class of 2027 this weekend.
  • 08/22/2023
    Scranton Among Best Colleges in Nation for 22 Years
    Students say “alumni can be counted on to keep looking out for their Scranton successors,” according to Princeton Review Best 389 Colleges.
  • 08/11/2023
    Student Organization Receives National Recognition
    The University’s chapter of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association was awarded Gold Chapter Honors.
  • 08/11/2023
    Students Attend Jesuit Leadership Conference
    Scranton students joined hundreds of students from Jesuit colleges across the country at the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference.
  • 08/10/2023
    Students Receive Summer Research Fellowships
    Nine University of Scranton undergraduate students were awarded President’s Fellowships for Summer Research in 2023.
  • 08/10/2023
    NIST Releases Funds to Support New Building 
    University to receive $16.62 million from NIST to support construction of a building for workforce development, applied research and outreach. 
  • 08/10/2023
    Fair for Nonprofit Agencies Seeking Volunteers
    The University of Scranton will host a fair for area nonprofit organizations seeking college students as volunteers on Sept. 12.
  • 08/09/2023
    Royal Experience Program Summer Interns 2023
    Seven University of Scranton students participated in the Royal Experience Summer Internship Program for 2023.
  • 08/09/2023
    Professor Emerita Joins PA eHealth Advisory Board
    Professor emerita Margarete L. Zalon, Ph.D., appointed as consumer representative to the Pennsylvania e-Health Partnership Advisory Board.
  • 08/03/2023
    Published Research Articles Recognized by IMA
    Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) nationally recognized research articles by accounting doctoral students, alumni and professor.
  • 08/03/2023
    Twenty-three Area Students Begin University of Success
    Incoming high school students enter the University of Success, a multi-year, pre-college mentorship program at The University of Scranton.
  • 07/31/2023
    Honor Society Awarded Highest Chapter Status
    The University’s Nu Kappa chapter of the Beta Alpha Psi honor society achieved Superior Chapter status for the 2022-2023 academic year.
  • 07/28/2023
    Summer 2023 Faculty Development Grants Awarded
    Nine University of Scranton faculty members received faculty development summer grants for 2023.
  • 07/27/2023
    University of Scranton Among Best Values in U.S.
    Money magazine scores Scranton with second highest star rating in its 2023 Best Colleges in America value list of just over 700 colleges in the nation.
  • 07/27/2023
    Class of 2023 Graduates Choose Long-Term Service
    Nine members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 committed to post-graduation long-term service projects.
  • 07/26/2023
    Students Graduate from the University of Success
    Area students graduated from The University of Scranton’s University of Success program in 2023.
  • 07/26/2023
    Feast of St. Ignatius Celebrated at Scranton
    University of Scranton President Joseph Marina, S.J., to preside at Mass for the Feast of St. Ignatius.
  • 07/26/2023
    Ten Faculty Members Recognized for Excellence
    Ten University of Scranton faculty members were recognized for teaching, scholarship and service excellence.
  • 07/17/2023
    Scranton SBDC Recognized with Pennsylvania Awards
    University of Scranton SBDC wins multiple awards for excellence in Pennsylvania including the State Gold Award for overall performance.
  • 07/05/2023
    Professors Win NSF Grant to Test Purity of Honey
    Chemistry faculty members awarded National Science Foundation Grant to develop a smartphone and spectrometry purity test for honey.
  • 06/30/2023
    University Announces Spring 2023 Dean’s List
    Students were named to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the 2023 spring semester.
  • 06/30/2023
    Students Added to Fall 2022 Dean’s List
    Students added to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester.
  • 06/28/2023
    Class of 2023 Honors Program Graduates
    Twenty-three members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 graduated from its Undergraduate Honors Program.
  • 06/28/2023
    Class of 2023 Graduates of Magis Honors Program
    Seven members of the University’s class of 2023 graduated from the Jesuit school’s Magis Honors Program in STEM.
  • 06/28/2023
    Class of 2023 Business Honors Program Graduates
    Sixteen members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 graduated from its Frank P. Corcione Business Honors Program.
  • 06/28/2023
    2023 Business Leadership Honors Program Graduates
    Seventeen members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 graduated from its Robert L. McKeage Business Leadership Honors Program.
  • 06/28/2023
    Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program Graduates
    Forty-two members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 graduated from its Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program.
  • 06/27/2023
    Two University Graduates Win Fulbright Awards
    Two University of Scranton graduates, Elise Westhafer and Isaiah Livelsberger, received Fulbright Student Scholarships for 2023/2024.
  • 06/23/2023
    Scranton Area Community Foundation Awards Grants
    The University of Scranton received two grants from Scranton Area Community Foundation to support its SPARK summer enrichment camp for teens.
  • 06/20/2023
    Student Success at Scranton is a Piece of C.A.K.E.
    Summer orientation sessions begin for the 1,000-plus members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2027.
  • 06/15/2023
    Giving to Others in Action
    Homeric effort to salvage goods at move out benefits hundreds of local families in need and enhances sustainability efforts for all.
  • 06/14/2023
    Seton Hall Law Direct Admissions Agreement Signed
    The University of Scranton and Seton Hall University School of Law have entered a direct admissions agreement that begins in the fall of 2023.
  • 06/12/2023
    Founding Schemel Forum Director Sondra Myers
    Founding Schemel Forum Director Sondra Myers stepped down from post at semester’s end.
  • 06/05/2023
    Scranton Graduates Commissioned as Second Lieutenants
    Eleven members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 were commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army.
  • 06/05/2023
    Students Pick 2023 KSOM Professor of the Year
    Operations and Analytics professor David Mahalak, D. Eng., was named 2023 Kania School of Management Professor of the Year.
  • 05/24/2023
    University Presents Earth Day Essay Contest Awards
    Hundreds of area students in grades five to 12 participated in The University of Scranton’s Earth Day Essay Contest.
  • 05/23/2023
    University Celebrates Donning of the Stole Ceremony
    The University of Scranton held its annual Donning of the Stole Ceremony, honoring members of its class of 2023.
  • 05/23/2023
    Graduating Class of 2023 Names Teacher of the Year
    The University of Scranton’s graduating class of 2023 named Occupational Therapy Faculty Specialist William Lambert as Teacher of the Year.
  • 05/23/2023
    Outstanding Master’s and Doctoral Graduates Awarded
    The University of Scranton recognized outstanding master’s and doctoral degree graduates at its 2023 commencement events.
  • 05/23/2023
    Outstanding Graduates Recognized at Class Night
    University of Scranton class of 2023 graduates were recognized for academic excellence, leadership and service at Class Night.
  • 05/21/2023
    University Confers Master’s and Doctoral Degrees
    The University of Scranton conferred more than 500 master’s and doctoral degrees at its graduate commencement ceremony May 21.
  • 05/20/2023
    Scranton Holds Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
    The University of Scranton conferred more than 850 bachelor’s degrees at its undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 21.
  • 05/19/2023
    Quick Facts: Commencement 2023
    Quick facts about The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 commencement.
  • 05/16/2023
    Three Students to Become Common Home Corps Leaders
    Three University of Scranton students were selected to join the national Common Home Corps program.
  • 05/16/2023
    Students Complete SMART Mentoring Program
    Twenty-six area high school students complete Meg Cullen-Brown SMART mentoring program with University of Scranton student mentors.
  • 05/16/2023
    Commencement Events Scheduled for Class of 2023
    The University of Scranton will host numerous events to celebrate its class of 2023 May 19-21.
  • 05/15/2023
    Students Inducted into National Honor Societies
    Hundreds of University of Scranton students were inducted into national honor societies during the 2023 spring semester.
  • 05/15/2023
    Students Inducted into Jesuit Honor Society
    Seventy-one Scranton students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities.
  • 05/11/2023
    Alpha Sigma Nu Students Name Teacher of the Year
    Student members of the National Jesuit Honor Society named Theology Professor Christian Krokus, Ph.D., the 2023 Teacher of the Year.
  • 05/11/2023
    Math Integration Bee Finalists Announced
    Finalists and winner of The University of Scranton Math Integration Bee high school competition is announced.
  • 05/11/2023
    Winners of 2023 Brain Bee Competition Announced
    The University of Scranton hosted the 21st Annual Northeast PA Brain Bee for high school students sponsored by the Neuroscience Program.
  • 05/09/2023
    Professor Publishes Primer on Chemometrics
    University of Scranton chemistry faculty member Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., published an American Chemical Society digital primer.
  • 05/08/2023
    Nearly 200 High School Students Test Physics Skills
    University hosts its annual Hayes Science Competition for High School Physics and Engineering Students.
  • 05/05/2023
    Students Win First and Second Place in Cyber Forensic Competition
    For third consecutive year, University of Scranton students won the national Cyber Forensic Student Competition sponsored by the DOJ.
  • 05/05/2023
    Student Recognized for Volunteer Service
    University of Scranton sophomore Taegan Mills earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award Bronze Medal.
  • 05/04/2023
    The Future of Food Analyzed with Nicole Negowetti
    Plant-based food executive calls on individuals to change eating habits and take part in reforming the food system.
  • 05/04/2023
    Vice President for Student Life Named
    Lauren S. Rivera, J.D., M.Ed., has been named vice president for student life and dean of students at The University of Scranton.
  • 05/04/2023
    Schemel Forum Collaborative Lecture Held
    An American town populated entirely by Satmar Hasidic Jews discussed at the Schemel Forum and Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute lecture.
  • 05/03/2023
    Student Scholars Celebrated at Scranton
    Nearly 100 students presented 80 research projects at The University of Scranton’s Celebration of Student Scholars.
  • 05/02/2023
    Online Accounting Master Degree Ranked 9 in U.S.
    The University of Scranton’s Online Master of Accountancy Degree was ranked No. 9 in the nation by Fortune.
  • 05/02/2023
    Earnings of Teacher Graduates Placed 8 in U.S.
    A national ranking of colleges that have produced the highest-earning early career teachers placed Scranton at No. 8 in the country.
  • 05/02/2023
    Three Alumni to Receive Honorary Degrees
    The University will bestow honorary degrees upon three alumni at its 2023 undergraduate commencement ceremony May 21.
  • 05/01/2023
    Alumnae Discuss Early Years of Coeducation at Scranton
    University hosts panel discussion with three women who were full-time students in the 1970s as part of the 50th anniversary of coeducation celebration.
  • 04/27/2023
    Scranton’s Story Celebrated with Latin Grammy-Nominee
    Latin Grammy-nominated composer Tony Alonso performed at The University of Scranton’s “Scranton’s Story” event in April.
  • 04/25/2023
    May Events Planned at University
    The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for May 2023.
  • 04/25/2023
    University’s World Premiere Concert Set for May 6
    Philip Kuehn, conductor and co-director of Performance Music, is the featured composer at the 40th Annual World Premiere Concert.
  • 04/24/2023
    Local High School Students Art Displayed
    The University’s Hope Horn Gallery hosted a post-COVID art exhibition from West Scranton and Scranton High School students.
  • 04/24/2023
    Environmental Health Discussed with Scranton Community
    The University hosted a Spring Community Based Learning talk for environmental health as part of its Earth Day events.
  • 04/20/2023
    University Answers Call of Pope to Care for Our Common Home
    The University of Scranton begins seven-year process for Vatican designation of essential and extensive sustainability efforts.
  • 04/19/2023
    James M. Murray II to Speak at 2023 Commencement
    Chief security officer for Snap, Inc., and former director of the U. S. Secret Service to deliver the principal address at Commencement.
  • 04/17/2023
    Graduate Programs Ranked Among Best by U.S. News
    Four University of Scranton graduate programs ranked in the top 50 nationally in U.S. News 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools.
  • 04/12/2023
    Students Advance to FBLA National Competition
    Eight students qualified for the FBLA National Leadership Conference through strong performance at the FBLA State Leadership Conference.
  • 04/11/2023
    Leigh Pilzer to Perform April 15 at University
    Guest baritone and bass saxophonist Leigh Pilzer will perform with the University Jazz Band and Saxophone Ensemble Saturday, April 15.
  • 04/11/2023
    Evening of Environmental Science Set for April 20
    The Evening of Environmental Science will showcase the nearly 200 Earth Day Essays received from area middle and high school students.
  • 04/11/2023
    Sister Nathalie Becquart Receives Arrupe Award
    The University of Scranton hosted a lecture with Sister Nathalie Becquart, XMCJ, the highest-ranking woman official at the Vatican.
  • 04/06/2023
    Ellacuria Initiative Teach-In Held at University
    The University of Scranton hosted a day-long “Ellacuría Initiative: Women’s and Gender Justice Teach-In” in March.
  • 04/05/2023
    Chemistry Professor Wins DOE Faculty Award
    Chemistry faculty member Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., selected to Visiting Faculty Program by the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science.
  • 04/03/2023
    Visual Study of Mass Incarceration Presented
    'Pyrrhic Defeat: A Visual Study of Mass Incarceration' by Mark Loughney will be presented at The Hope Horn Gallery April 21 to May 12.
  • 04/03/2023
    Roots of Wealth Discussed at Henry George Seminar
    Economist whose research focuses on the role of early life experiences on the long-term outcomes to discuss where wealth comes from April 20.
  • 03/31/2023
    Bee Scranton’s Next Integration Champion
    The University of Scranton will host a free Math Integration Bee for area high school students on April 27.
  • 03/28/2023
    ARDC Grant Supports University Ham Radio Station
    Physics professor Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., received a $196,241 grant from Amateur Radio Digital Communications for a new ham radio station.
  • 03/28/2023
    Students Travel US for Spring Break Service Trips
    University of Scranton students participate in spring break service trips to Kentucky, Missouri and California.
  • 03/28/2023
    Soprano Mikaela Bennett to Perform April 2
    Soprano Mikaela Bennett will perform Sunday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. at The University of Scranton’s Houlihan-McLean Center.
  • 03/28/2023
    Spring Career Expo to Host 120-Plus Organizations
    More than 120 organizations will participate in The University of Scranton’s Spring Career Expo for students and alumni on March 30.
  • 03/28/2023
    Grant Supports University Community ESL Program
    University receives Scranton Area Community Foundation critical needs grant to support ESL Program.
  • 03/24/2023
    Book by Nursing Professor Wins Award
    Professor emerita Margarete L. Zalon’s book won a second place 2022 American Journal of Nursing (AJN) Book of the Year Award.
  • 03/24/2023
    Students and Faculty Present at HamSCI Workshop
    The University of Scranton students and faculty presented at the sixth annual HamSCI Workshop 2023 on March 17-18.
  • 03/23/2023
    Members of Canadian Brass to Perform March 25
    Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos, members of Canadian Brass, will perform March 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan McLean Center.
  • 03/22/2023
    High School Students Exhibit Post-Covid Art
    West Scranton and Scranton High School Student Exhibition of post-COVID art is on display at The Hope Horn Gallery on campus.
  • 03/21/2023
    Professor Wins Second Accounting Ethics Award
    A research article that demonstrates the value of civility in the workplace wins national Institute of Management Accountants ethics award.
  • 03/21/2023
    Sustainability in Full Swing at Scranton
    The University of Scranton will host a stream of events in March, April and May in recognition of Earth Day and sustainability.
  • 03/21/2023
    Salary Negotiation Workshop
    Salary Negotiation Workshop helps women overcome the wage gap by training them how to properly advocate for themselves during their careers.
  • 03/20/2023
    April Events Planned at University
    The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for April 2023.
  • 03/16/2023
    Public Service Ethics and Excellence Conference
    The University will host the second annual Conference on Ethics and Excellence in Public Service on campus on April 1.
  • 03/15/2023
    Women of Vision and Courage Awards Presented
    The University of Scranton honored 65 women of vision and courage with awards on International Women’s Day. 
  • 03/14/2023
    Pope Francis, Women and Synodality Topic of Talk
    Highest-ranking woman official at the Vatican will discuss 'Pope Francis, Women and Synodality' on March 29 at the University.
  • 03/14/2023
    Students Perform at Intercollegiate Band Festival
    Four University of Scranton Performance Music students participated in the Pennsylvania Intercollegiate Band Festival, March 10-12.
  • 03/10/2023
    University Library Looking for Book Donations
    The University of Scranton’s Weinberg Memorial Library is accepting book, CD and DVD donations for this year’s book sale.
  • 03/09/2023
    Exhibit Celebrates First Presidency of Fr. Pilarz
    Pride, Passion, Promise: Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Presidency of the Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., exhibit opens at Library.
  • 03/09/2023
    Justice at the Border Discussed at Scranton
    The University of Scranton hosted a discussion of Title 42 and justice at the border.
  • 03/07/2023
    Accounting Dept. Research Productivity in Top 5 in World
    Scranton Accounting Department ranked fifth in world for success in publishing accounting educational research in top peer-reviewed journals.
  • 03/07/2023
    Four Receive Sursum Corda Awards at University
    Sursum Corda (Lift Up Your Hearts) Awards and the State of the University Address presented at the Spring Convocation on campus.
  • 03/03/2023
    Mozart Performance and Talk Begins Spring Program
    Mozart and an American town populated entirely by Satmar Hasidic Jews are the topics for the Schemel Forum’s spring collaborative programs.
  • 03/03/2023
    Slattery Center Hosts Talk on Guaranteed Income
    The Slattery Center for the Ignatian Humanities welcomed Penn’s Amy Beth Castro, Ph.D., for a talk on guaranteed income and human potential.
  • 02/28/2023
    University Celebrates Roar That Began 50 Years Ago
    The University of Scranton celebrates its 50th anniversary of coeducation with an array of events scheduled in March and April. 
  • 02/27/2023
    Celebrating Women: 50th Anniversary of Coeducation Events
    Numerous events are planned in March and April for The University of Scranton’s Celebrating Women: 50th Anniversary of Coeducation.
  • 02/27/2023
    Choir and Scranton Brass Orchestra to Perform
    University Concert Choir and Scranton Brass Orchestra to headline Mar. 5 Performance Music concert.
  • 02/27/2023
    Black History and Housing in Scranton Discussed
    The University of Scranton hosted a Community-Based-Learning talk titled “Black History and Housing in Scranton” in February.
  • 02/22/2023
    Multicultural Center Renovations Revealed
    Input from University students influenced the new design and expansion of the Multicultural Center in the DeNaples Center.
  • 02/22/2023
    University to Host HamSCI Sixth Annual Workshop
    Members of the amateur radio community and professional scientists will convene at the HamSCI Workshop at Scranton March 17-18.
  • 02/21/2023
    March Events Planned at University
    The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for March 2023.
  • 02/20/2023
    Student Selected for Elite Leadership Program
    Scranton graduate student Charles Csaszar among just three in the world chosen to participate in a highly-selective leadership experience.
  • 02/15/2023
    Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado, Ph.D., Named Provost
    Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president, named Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado, Ph.D., as provost and senior vice president for academic affairs.
  • 02/14/2023
    NSF and ARDC Grants Support HamSCI Workshop
    Physics professor Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., was awarded two grants to support a Ham Radio Science workshop at the University Mar. 17-18.
  • 02/14/2023
    Six Eclectic World Affairs Seminars Set for Spring
    The Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Seminars aim to bring the world to Scranton.
  • 02/14/2023
    Guaranteed Income and Human Potential Analyzed
    Co-founder of Penn’s Center for Guaranteed Income Research to speak at the Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on Feb. 23.
  • 02/09/2023
    Hope Horn Gallery Hosts Artist Travis Prince
    Guest artist Travis Prince’s exhibition at the Hope Horn Gallery is among the University’s Black History Month events.
  • 02/07/2023
    University Student Teachers Begin at Area Schools
    University undergraduate and graduate education students have begun serving as student teachers at 12 local schools this semester. 
  • 02/07/2023
    Scranton Among Nation’s Best Business Schools
    The Princeton Review lists The University of Scranton among the nation’s “Best Business Schools” in 2023 guidebook.
  • 02/02/2023
    Matt Munisteri Set to Perform with Jazz Band
    Guitarist Matt Munisteri will offer a free masterclass and concert with The University of Scranton’s Jazz Band on Sunday, Feb. 19.
  • 02/02/2023
    2023 Earth Day Essay Contest Set for Area Students
    Area students in grades five to 12 can participate in The University of Scranton Earth Day Essay Contest free of charge.
  • 02/01/2023
    The University Celebrates Black History Month
    The University has planned multiple events for students and the general public for Black History Month both on- and off-campus.
  • 01/31/2023
    Scranton Doctoral Students Win National Awards in Record Numbers
    Two University of Scranton accounting Ph.D. program students won national Institute of Internal Auditors doctoral dissertation awards.
  • 01/26/2023
    Scranton Online Programs Ranked Among Best in USA
    Scranton’s online graduate programs in business and MBA are among the best in nation, according to U.S. News.
  • 01/25/2023
    Schemel Forum Courses Set for Spring
    The University of Scranton’s Schemel Forum will offer an array of enrichment courses throughout the spring semester.
  • 01/25/2023
    University Announces Fall 2022 Dean’s List
    Students were named to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the 2022 fall semester.
  • 01/24/2023
    Students Added to Spring 2022 Dean’s List
    Students added to The University of Scranton Dean’s List for the spring 2022 semester.
  • 01/24/2023
    Spring Events Planned at University
    The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for the 2023 spring semester.
  • 01/20/2023
    Scranton Area Community Foundation Grant Awarded
    Scranton Area Community Foundation $5,000 grant will support ongoing “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project.
  • 01/19/2023
    Journey to Citizenship Discussed at Scranton
    The NEH-funded Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story project hosted a program about The Journey from ‘Immigrant’ to Citizen.
  • 01/17/2023
    Scranton Students Offer Free Income Tax Assistance
    University of Scranton Accounting students will assist local residents with their tax returns for free as part of the VITA program.
  • 01/13/2023
    Tony Lustig Trio to Perform at Houlihan-McLean Center
    Tony Lustig Trio in Concert, presented by Performance Music at the University is set for Saturday, Feb. 4, at 7:30 p.m.
  • 01/09/2023
    Rose Kelly Awards Presented at University
    The University recognized students and their high school teachers, who they credit for contributing to their success.
  • 01/04/2023
    In Memory of Pope Benedict XVI
    University of Scranton marks the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
  • 01/03/2023
    University Students Receive Frank O’Hara Awards
    University of Scranton students received esteemed Frank O’Hara awards in recognition of their outstanding academic achievement.
  • 01/03/2023
    Scranton President Meets With Taiwanese Officials
    University of Scranton President met with the director-general and representatives of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York.
  • 12/31/2022
    Statement on the Passing of Pope Benedict XVI
    A Statement from Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., President of The University of Scranton, on the Passing of Pope Benedict XVI
  • 12/21/2022
    Nonprofit Leadership Program Welcomes New Cohort
    The University of Scranton welcomed a new cohort of students entering the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program in January 2023.
  • 12/19/2022
    University Students And Cooperating Teachers Meet
    University education majors met with their onsite school cooperating teachers at the close of their fall semester as student teachers.
  • 12/14/2022
    Intersession Grants Awarded for January 2023
    Four University of Scranton faculty members received faculty development intersession grants for 2023.
  • 12/13/2022
    Research Shows Shape Matters at Nano Level
    Research by chemistry professor John Deák, Ph.D., shows error in long-accepted assumed shape of a nanostructure.
  • 12/12/2022
    University Conducts Annual Christmas Gift Drives
    The University’s Center for Service and Social Justice and Performance Music held its annual Christmas giving programs.
  • 12/07/2022