The New Issue of The Scranton Journal is Here!
A Message from the President
Dear Students, Alumni, Faculty, Staff and Friends:
This past year on campus, we’ve celebrated often. There have been building dedications, Landmark Championships and many academic achievements, not to mention a much-needed alumni Reunion. What a joy it was to watch our Center for Service and Social Justice volunteers gather and package meals inside the newly dedicated Arrupe House and to cheer as our newest graduates processed across the stage in May. These are moments I cherish and that I will carry with me throughout my presidency and beyond.
We also celebrated the launch of the campus-wide plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, which supports our Strategic Plan. While there is much work to be done, the plan — and Catholic Social Teaching — will help to guide us toward a more inclusive community, a more just society. You can read about the good work being done related to the plan in this issue of the magazine, along with other stories that connect us, near and far.
I could not be prouder to be a part of this University. Your incredible stories help me to understand further what makes this place so special. And your support helps to sustain Scranton’s goals and future endeavors. I hope to celebrate them with you in person soon. In the meantime, please keep the University in your prayers and be assured of mine in return.
Yours Faithfully,
Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J.
President
IN THIS ISSUE:
Features
- Student-Led Investing Pays Off
The PRISM student group has successfully managed a portion of the University’s endowment from $100,000 to nearly $1 million in 23 years. - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan Launched
A new plan is released to support the Strategic Plan’s goal of building an inclusive community.> - Helping First-Generation College Students Achieve Endless Possibilities
This article by Shannon Murphy Fennie, assistant dean of students, originally appeared in Connections, the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities’ magazine. - One-on-One with 2021-22 Student Government Leaders
The Scranton Journal talks to 2021-22 student government leaders Adrianna Smith ’22, G’23 & Claire Sunday ’23.
Alumni Profiles
- Daniel Walsh, Ph.D. ’00: Magis at the Pentagon
A chemist is led by mission and service as the new director of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency. - Geoff Sanders ’94: In the Waters of Cape Cod
A career studying coastal ecology and salt marshes leads to an opportunity to study and preserve the resources of Cape Cod National Seashore. - Chloe Strickland ’17: Speaking Up
A college counselor opens doors for her students through life lessons and a deep connection to Scranton.
