February 2021
Kania School of Management Accreditation Extended
AACSB International accreditation was renewed for The University of Scranton’s Kania School of Management through 2025.
Communication Sciences and Disorders Major Added
The University will offer a new major in communication sciences and disorders beginning in the fall semester of 2021.
Lenten Resources for Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving
Campus Ministries and the Center for Service & Social Justice have put together some resources for the Lenten journey.
Students Compete in Finance Research Challenge
Three University of Scranton finance majors were named as finalists in the 2021 Philadelphia CFA Institute Research Challenge.
Ash Wednesday at The University of Scranton
On Ash Wednesday, Campus Ministries offered four Masses for students, faculty and staff. Just about 1,000 people received ashes, applied with a Q-tip, and celebrated the Eucharist.
In-person Divinely Designed Retreat is a Success
This year’s Divinely Designed retreat looked different but felt similar to previous years.
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!
Chris Whitney Profiled in Times-Tribune
Director of the Center for Career Development Chris Whitney was recently profiled in an article by the Scranton Times-Tribune, "Northeast Woman: New Milford woman guides University of Scranton students on paths to future."
Two Nonpartisan Student Political Dialogues Planned for Spring Semester
Two upcoming political student dialogues planned for spring 2021 will discuss the purpose and status of American democracy and explore “cancel culture.”
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.
Students to Survey Scranton Businesses about Needs
University of Scranton students will conduct a business inventory survey of Scranton area businesses as part of their business management courses.
Humanities in Action Lecture Series
The Gail and Francis Slattery Center for the Ignatian Humanities presents the Humanities in Action Lecture Series.
University Awarded $1.5 Million PA RACP Grant
Scranton received a $1.5 million Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant in support of its new mechanical engineering major.
Staff Invite: Global Insights Spring 2021
Join the Office of Global Education for Global Insights this spring.
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.
University Community Pitches in During the Pandemic
Many members of the University community have pitched in during the pandemic, delivering meals and packages, contact tracing, COVID testing and more.
University Announces Virtual Events for Spring
The following is a list of University of Scranton virtual events that are open to the public for spring 2021.
Staff and Faculty Event: Clavius Seminar Open Revolution Meeting
University faculty and staff are invited to a special meeting of the Clavius Seminar Open Revolution on Monday, Feb. 22
Boland Scholarship 2021-2022
Find out about the Francis P. Boland, MD Memorial Scholarship.
Electric City Connection Partners Welcome Rally for Restaurants
A new partnership builds on efforts to support restaurants while helping community members in need.
Robert Farrell Wins Award for Dissertation
Robert B. Farrell, J.D., Ed.D., general counsel, received the American Association of University Administrators’ Donald A. Gatske Award.
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."
Basketball Teams Win Season Openers
The men's and women's basketball teams opened their seasons on Tuesday night against Moravian.
News About President-elect Joseph G. Marina, S.J.
The University announced its 29th president on Feb. 9. Get a round-up of yesterday's news here.
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.
Accounting Faculty Research Ranked Among the Top in World
Scranton’s Accounting Department ranked fourth in the world and faculty ranked among top internationally for academic and practice research.
Scranton Reads Events Include Presentation with Author and Youth Dialogue
Dr. Erica Armstrong Dunbar, author of Never Caught, to offer virtual presentation; University to host Youth Dialogue.
Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship 2021-2022
Recommendations for the 2021-2022 Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship are being solicited.
Students: 2021-2022 Available Scholarships
For information about our 2021-2022 Available Scholarships, check out: scranton.edu/financialaid.
Ash Wednesday Mass Schedule
Ash Wednesday is Feb. 17. Find out where and when ashes will be distributed on campus.
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.
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"
Black Italians and Digital Culture in Contemporary Italy
The Department of World Languages and Cultures will host a virtual presentation on Zoom of the documentary, Black Italians and Digital Culture in Contemporary Italy, on Feb. 25.
Said about the University’s 29th President
Quotes about Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., the 29th president of The University of Scranton.
The University of Scranton Names 29th President
Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., will serve as the 29th president of The University of Scranton beginning this summer.
Safe, Free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Offered
Accounting students will provide free tax assistance to low and medium income residents through a contactless system for the VITA program.
Rebekah Bernard Named Admissions Associate Director
Rebekah Bernard was named associate director of admissions and enrollment management information systems at the University.
Magis Award Winner for February 2021
The Meg-Cullen Brown Magis Award Winner for February 2021 is Alicen Morrison, The Schemel Forum.
Long Center Fan Cutouts Still on Sale for Upcoming Basketball Season
In the absence of fans due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, The University of Scranton men's and women's basketball programs will sell cardboard cutouts for the upcoming season.
Weekly Wellness Classes, Spring Semester
Students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend free Weekly Wellness Classes.
Staff Senate Virtual Roundtable
The Staff Senate and the Office of Human Resources collaborated to offer a special forum with members of the University’s President’s Cabinet to discuss to start of the spring semester and operational plans for the coming months.
University Book Club to Discuss 'The Devil's Advocate'
Join The University of Scranton Book Club to participate in lively, virtual discussions.
University Continues Alumni Career Development Webinar Series Feb. 24
Learn how the Center for Career Development can help advance your career.
Scranton Online Programs Among Best in Nation
Scranton’s online graduate programs in business and MBA ranked among the best in nation and among the best for veterans by U.S. News.
Mary Kay Aston Promoted at Scranton
Mary Kay Aston was named associate vice president for financial aid and enrollment at the University.
Schemel Forum to Begin Virtual Evening Courses
Scranton professors in English and theatre, counseling and human services and philosophy will lead Schemel Forum courses this semester.
University of Success Accepting Applications
The University of Success is now accepting applications for the upcoming 2021 academic year that begins this summer.
