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Alumni
September 28, 2018

Alumni Class Notes, October 2018

Share Your Story With Your Royal Family.

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Community
September 26, 2018

Kids Judge Neuroscience Fair

Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, is the annual Northeast PA Kids Judge Neuroscience Fair!

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Alumni
September 26, 2018

University To Hold Toast2Scranton Celebrations

The University of Scranton Will Hold Several Regional Toast2Scranton Celebrations in Sept. and Oct.

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Student
September 26, 2018

Scranton Players Present 'The Laramie Project'

The University of Scranton Players will present “The Laramie Project” by Moises Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project, directed by Bob E. Gasper, Oct. 12-14 and 19-21.

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Alumni
September 26, 2018

University To Hold Men's Soccer 50th Season Celebration

The University of Scranton Will Hold A Men's Soccer 50th Season Celebration Sept. 29.

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Faculty
September 25, 2018

Philosophy Professor Receives Earl Award

Rev. Ronald McKinney, S.J., Ph.D., professor of philosophy, received the John L. Earl III Award at the Fall Convocation.

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General
September 25, 2018

PCPS Book Donations

Donate children's books to support PCPS and underprivileged children for Christmas!

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General
September 25, 2018

Let's Talk Immigration with Tracey M. Hubbard

The Multicultural Center and the Center for Service and Social Justice cordially invites you to Tracey M. Hubbard's presentation and conversation on immigration.

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Student
September 25, 2018

Advertising Day Conference

Join Ad Club for an Advertising Day Conference on Saturday, Sept. 29!

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Faculty
September 24, 2018

Death of Rev. Thomas F. Sable, S.J.

A note from University President Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., on the passing of former faculty member Rev. Thomas F. Sable, S.J.

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Alumni
September 24, 2018

University of Scranton Names New Trustees

Jacquelyn Rasieleski Dionne, Liz Murphy and Vincent R. Reilly, Esq., were named to The University of Scranton’s Board of Trustees.

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Student
September 24, 2018

University’s 27th President Inaugurated

Student Correspondent covers the Inauguration of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., as the University’s 27th President.

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General
September 24, 2018

'Hasta La Raiz' - Documentary Viewing

Please join Campus Ministries ISP for a viewing of the documentary "Hasta La Raiz".

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General
September 24, 2018

Voter Registration, Sept. 24-28

Make a difference! Register to vote!

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Alumni
September 21, 2018

President Shares Vision for University

“Our community, our core and our shared commitments” were the focus of the Inauguration Address of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J.

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Alumni
September 21, 2018

Inauguration Address

Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., Inauguration Address, Sept. 21, 2018

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Alumni
September 21, 2018

Quick Facts

Quick facts for A Celebration of Community: The Inauguration of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., as Scranton’s 27th President.

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General
September 20, 2018

Tracey Hubbard to present on Immigration

The Multicultural Center and the Center for Service and Social Justice cordially invites you to Ms. Tracey M. Hubbard's presentation and conversation on immigration.

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Student
September 20, 2018

Student Offer: Music and Medicine: Leonard Bernstein

Students have an opportunity to see the Schemel Forum featuring Leonard Bernstein for FREE!

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Staff
September 20, 2018

Faculty and Staff Downtown Tour and Reception, Sept. 28

The Office of Community Relations invites faculty and staff to a downtown tour on Friday, Sept. 28 at 4:00 p.m.

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Alumni
September 19, 2018

University Honors Business Partner Of The Year 2018

The University Honors A.J. Guzzi General Contractors, Inc. as its Business Partner of the Year at its annual Business Partner Appreciation Dinner.

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Faculty
September 19, 2018

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Janice Voltzow

The Biology Blog features Dr. Janice Voltzow as their faculty spotlight.

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Student
September 19, 2018

The Beginning of the Semester: What to Do, Who to See, and Where to Go!

We’re here to help you find fun events, plus recommend some things to do in these first weeks to guarantee a successful semester!

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Student
September 19, 2018

Ignatian Global Citizenship Program

The Ignatian Global Citizenship Program (IGCP) sponsored several successful spring events (below) and provided financial support for students to participate in statewide conferences.

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General
September 19, 2018

Family Weekend President's Concert Saturday- FREE

Performance Music at The University of Scranton will present the Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., with a special gift to mark his return to the campus community.

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Alumni
September 19, 2018

Inauguration Planned for September 21

Community invited to celebrate the Inauguration of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., as the University’s 27th President.

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General
September 19, 2018

Blood Drive Sept. 19!

Blood drive Wednesday, Sept. 19 in the Long Center!

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Alumni
September 18, 2018

Scranton among Colleges Ranked by Washington Monthly

The University ranked among nation’s best for social mobility, research and service of graduates according to Washington Monthly.

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General
September 18, 2018

Study Abroad Office has moved!

The Study Abroad Office has moved to O'Hara Hall!

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Staff
September 18, 2018

Employee Walking Program

Join our 4-Week Walking Program starting Sept. 24-Oct. 22!

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Staff
September 18, 2018

ORSP Summer Raffle Winner

Office of Research and Sponsored Research summer raffle winner

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Staff
September 18, 2018

2018-2019 Strategic Initiatives Funding Awardees

Sixteen proposals that support the University's Strategic Plan were ultimately funded, totaling an investment of $188,000.

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Student
September 18, 2018

Students Find Volunteer Opportunities at Fair

Sixty-five nonprofit organizations in search of volunteers meet eager students at The University of Scranton’s Volunteer Fair.

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Community
September 18, 2018

C-SPAN 50 Capitals Tour Bus to Visit Scranton

The interactive, multi-media C-SPAN bus will bring onboard studio and in depth election coverage to Scranton on Oct. 5.

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Student
September 18, 2018

Physician to the Homeless Speaks at Scranton

Author of “Stories from the Shadows” and professor of medicine at Harvard spoke at the University’s Ignatian Values in Action Lecture.

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Community
September 17, 2018

Sound and Tea Meditation Planned at University

The Asian Studies Program will host “Sound and Tea Meditation” Oct. 2 at 5:30 p.m. in the McIlhenny Ballroom of the DeNaples Center.

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Community
September 17, 2018

Debut of Annotated Works of Henry George, Vol. III

The University will host an event to mark debut of volume III of a new six-volume edition of The Annotated Works of Henry George Sept. 28.

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Student
September 14, 2018

Family Weekend Basket Raffles

Basket Raffle during Family Weekend to benefit Domestic and International Service Programs!

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Student
September 14, 2018

Service Trip Information Sessions

Info Sessions to be held for students interested in participating in service trips both domestically and internationally.

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Student
September 14, 2018

Mother Daughter Retreat

This retreat is an opportunity for mothers & daughters to take some time away to reflect, relax & bond!

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Student
September 14, 2018

Tonight! Glow Yoga and Ice Cream!

Join us on TONIGHT from 9-11 p.m. in the McIlhenny Ballroom TDC 4th floor for a night of glow in the dark yoga!

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General
September 13, 2018

University of Scranton Announces October Events

The following is a list of University of Scranton events that are open to the public in the month of October 2018

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Student
September 13, 2018

Beach Bash for Students, Sept. 15!

Good food, games, prizes and more - don't miss Beach Bash!

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Faculty
September 13, 2018

University Announces Faculty Promotions

Fifteen faculty members granted rank and tenure promotions at the University.

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Student
September 13, 2018

MC Movie Night: 'Under the Same Moon'

Join us for a movie with the Multicultural Center!

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Community
September 13, 2018

Distinguished Author Award to be Presented Oct. 13

“Black Ice” and “If Sons, Then Heirs” author Lorene Cary will receive the 2018 Royden B. Davis, S.J., Distinguished Author Award Oct. 13.

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General
September 12, 2018

Debut of Annotated Works of Henry George, Vol. III

The University will host an event to mark the debut of volume III of a new six-volume edition of The Annotated Works of Henry George Sept. 28.

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General
September 12, 2018

Emergency Notification System Test on Sept. 13

The University of Scranton will test its emergency notification system on Thursday, Sept. 13.

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General
September 12, 2018

Library Reshapes Vision and Mission Statements

The library has refocused its vision and mission statements to reflect our three-year strategic initiatives and to reaffirm our core values.

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Staff
September 12, 2018

Transamerica Retirement Counseling

There will be individual retirement counseling sessions on Tuesday, Sept. 18, Friday, Oct. 19 and Wednesday, Nov. 28.

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General
September 12, 2018

Diversity Initiatives Grant First Fall Deadline

The Diversity Initiatives Grant First Fall Deadline is Oct. 5.

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General
September 12, 2018

University for a Day, Sept. 15

Join us for University for a Day, Sept. 15! Four Lectures with Lunch and Reception - $25 pp, RSVP requested. Free to University of Scranton Students, Faculty & Staff.

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Student
September 12, 2018

Florence Summer Program, Information Sessions

Students, consider the Florence Summer Program for the opportunity of a lifetime!

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Faculty
September 12, 2018

University Announces Faculty Promotions

Fifteen faculty members granted rank and tenure promotions at the University.

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Community
September 11, 2018

Welcoming Scranton!

UNC's Community Education & Revitalization Department is hosting its 2nd Annual Welcoming Scranton event at Connor's Park on Saturday, Sept. 15 from 3-6:00 p.m.

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Student
September 11, 2018

University Student Teachers Begin at Area Schools

University of Scranton graduate and undergraduate education majors begin serving as student teachers at 10 local school this semester.

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Student
September 11, 2018

Gallery Lecture Highlights Cast Iron Art

The University’s Hope Horn Gallery exhibit and recent lecture highlights Scranton’s iron furnaces.

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Community
September 11, 2018

2018 Distingushed Author, Lorene Cary, Inspires Scranton Resident

For Sandra Burgette Miller, an amazing journey began with a question, “Why are we settling in Scranton?”

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Staff
September 10, 2018

2019 Service Trip Chaperone Info Sessions

Don't miss our 2019 Service Trip Chaperone Info Sessions with Campus Ministries!

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General
September 10, 2018

Mass of the Holy Spirit, Homily

Text of the homily given by University President Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., at the Mass of the Holy Spirit on Sept. 6, 2018.

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General
September 10, 2018

Fall 2018 Weekly Wellness Classes

Keep your mind and body healthy and happy with these wellness classes offered by CHEW!

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Student
September 10, 2018

Join the Multicultural Awareness Program Group!

Participants still needed for the Multicultural Awareness Program group!

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Student
September 10, 2018

Want to be on the Relay for Life Committee?

Join the Relay for Life committee and help make a difference!

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Student
September 10, 2018

Parent Tips: Sending Mail to Students

Helpful tips for parents for sending mail to their students on campus!

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Alumni
September 10, 2018

Scranton Hits Quarter Century Mark in Top 10

U.S. News ranked Scranton No. 6 among ‘Best Regional Universities in North’ in the 2019 edition of its ‘Best Colleges’ guidebook.

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Community
September 7, 2018

Premiere Performance of Original Composition Set

The University’s Concert Band and Concert Choir will perform “Don’t Waste Love,” an original composition by Joshua Rosenblum Sept. 21 and 22.

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Staff
September 7, 2018

MEG CULLEN-BROWN MAGIS AWARD: Gerry Loveless

October Meg-Cullen Magis Award Winner: Gerry Loveless

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General
September 6, 2018

Dogs Needed for Pet Therapy

Do you have a dog that excels at cheering you up? Register your pup for Pet Therapy!

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Student
September 5, 2018

Fall Club Fair Helps Kick Off the Academic Year

The Friday downpours didn’t stop the excitement for the Fall Club Fair this year. Although usually held on the Dionne Green, the fair had the Fourth Floor Denaples Ballroom buzzing with students excited to get involved on campus.

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Faculty
September 5, 2018

Fr. McKinney Receives Earl Award

At Fall Convocation on Aug. 31, the McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts, Ronald H. McKinney, S.J., was 

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Alumni
September 5, 2018

PBC Prepares For 17th Annual Award Dinner Oct. 4

Support The Presidential Scholarship Endowment At This Year's Dinner.

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Alumni
September 5, 2018

Family Weekend Returns

See All The Fun Planned For This Year's Family Weekend Celebration.

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Alumni
September 5, 2018

Alumni Attend Patrick's Pals Golf Outing

Alumni Support Classmates' Foundation.

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Student
September 4, 2018

Global Insights Opens with Bolivia

Three University of Scranton students will present the country of Bolivia at the first Global Insights luncheon.

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Student
September 4, 2018

Apply to be a Social Media Intern at University

The Department of Marketing Communications is seeking a new social media intern to start ASAP.

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Student
September 4, 2018

Men's Club Volleyball Tryouts

Friday, Sept. 7, the Men's Club Volleyball Team will be hosting tryouts in the Byron Center from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

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Alumni
September 4, 2018

Alumni Class Notes, September 2018

Share Your Story With Your Royal Family.

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Community
September 4, 2018

Conversations in Our Community

On Sept. 27, 2018, The University of Scranton will host “A Conversation in our Community about our Country” at the Albright Memorial Library in downtown Scranton.

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Student
September 4, 2018

'The Career Expo and You' Event

The Multicultural Center Presents: Food for Thought Dinner Series topic "The Career Expo & You".

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Staff
September 4, 2018

HR News - Retirement Counseling Sessions

Join us for two upcoming retirement counseling sessions.

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Staff
September 4, 2018

Transamerica - Individual Retirement Counseling

The Office of Human Resources is pleased to announce that Frank Locatell from Transamerica will be on campus for individual retirement counseling sessions.

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Student
September 4, 2018

Prove Your Passion: Senior Glass Gift Committee

We are now accepting new applicants for the Senior Class Gift Committee!

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Student
September 4, 2018

Glow Yoga and FREE Ice Cream

Glow & Flow Yoga and free ice cream is the best way to spend a Friday Night!

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General
September 4, 2018

9/11 Prayer Services

We will remember 9/11 through prayer services at the Sacred Heart Chapel.

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General
September 4, 2018

Centralia Movie Screening

There will be a free Screening of Centralia followed by a Q & A with the filmmaker, Monday, Sept 10 at 5:30 p.m. in the Moskowitz Theater.

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Student
September 4, 2018

Fall 2018 Poster Sale

Phi Sigma Tau is hosting the annual Poster Sale in the Long Center this week.

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