March 2023

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Professor Wins Second Accounting Ethics Award image
Faculty
March 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.

Psychological Safety in Organizations and Classrooms discussion April 11 image
Announcement
March 21, 2023

Psychological Safety in Organizations and Classrooms discussion April 11

Register for the next Diversity + Inclusion = A Better U! Lunch and Learn scheduled for April 11 at 12 p.m.

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Community
March 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.

Spirituality Luncheon 'Jesuit Schools and March Madness' March 30 image
Announcement
March 21, 2023

Spirituality Luncheon 'Jesuit Schools and March Madness' March 30

The Jesuit Center and Dr. Daniel Cosacchi, vice president for mission and ministry, will host the next spirituality luncheon for faculty and staff March 30.

Student Political Dialogue Planned for April 3 image
Announcement
March 21, 2023

Student Political Dialogue Planned for April 3

University Political Dialogues Working group to host dialogue on topic of guns.

MBA and MHA Students Present Research in Brazil image
Announcement
March 20, 2023

MBA and MHA Students Present Research in Brazil

The study abroad course also focused on social justice and cultural tours in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Palm Sunday Liturgy set for April 2 image
Announcement
March 20, 2023

Palm Sunday Liturgy set for April 2

All are welcome to gather for this special annual mass.

Environmental Art Show Seeks Submissions image
Announcement
March 20, 2023

Environmental Art Show Seeks Submissions

Submissions are open to all through March 31.

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Community
March 20, 2023

April Events Planned at University

The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for April 2023.

Ellacuría Initiative Women’s and Gender Justice Teach-In March 28 image
Announcement
March 20, 2023

Ellacuría Initiative Women’s and Gender Justice Teach-In March 28

University community members are invited to participate. Registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are also most welcome.

Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio to perform March 25 image
Announcement
March 19, 2023

Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio to perform March 25

Performance Music at The University of Scranton will present “In Recital” featuring the Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio. Admission is free for the 7:30 p.m. event.

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Community
March 19, 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.

Sought-After Scientific Authority: Professor Emeritus John R. Conway III, Ph.D. image
Faculty
March 18, 2023

Sought-After Scientific Authority: Professor Emeritus John R. Conway III, Ph.D.

What does retirement look like for a professor who taught biology for 40 years? Dr. John Conway splits his time between photo exhibits, lectures and consulting contributions to a PBS award-winning YouTube nature series.

Public Service Ethics and Excellence Conference image
Community
March 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 Apr. 1.

Francis P. Boland, MD Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline is May 15 image
Announcement
March 15, 2023

Francis P. Boland, MD Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline is May 15

Candidates for the award should intend to pursue a medical degree.

Scully Scholars Internship Program Application Deadline May 15 image
Announcement
March 15, 2023

Scully Scholars Internship Program Application Deadline May 15

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.

Women of Vision and Courage Awards Presented image
Community
March 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. 

Pope Francis, Women and Synodality Topic of Talk image
General
March 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.

Students Perform at Intercollegiate Band Festival image
Student
March 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.

Balthazar Fetsko Shares Fine Art at Scranton image
General
March 13, 2023

Balthazar Fetsko Shares Fine Art at Scranton

Contemporary oil and cold wax abstract painter Kym Balthazar Fetsko, a University staff member for the Weinberg Memorial Library, discusses cold wax as a medium, advice for budding artists and the inspiration behind her art.

March 23 CBL Talk to Discuss Environmental Health image
Community
March 13, 2023

March 23 CBL Talk to Discuss Environmental Health

Spring Community Based Learning series continues with a focus on the environment and its impact on communities, health

Apply by March 24 for the Donning of the Stole Ceremony image
Announcement
March 13, 2023

Apply by March 24 for the Donning of the Stole Ceremony

The Multicultural Center to offer a variety of stoles to represent a variety of identities.

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Announcement
March 13, 2023

WNEP-TV features 30th anniversary of WUSR-FM, 99.5

WUSR-FM, 99.5, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary with a reception at the newly-renovated studios. 

Kuwaiti Fulbright Scholar Hosts Cultural Program image
Student
March 12, 2023

Kuwaiti Fulbright Scholar Hosts Cultural Program

Stations featured assorted cultural activities to provide an immersive experience.

University Library Looking for Book Donations image
Community
March 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.

Exhibit Celebrates First Presidency of Fr. Pilarz image
Community
March 9, 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.

Justice at the Border Discussed at Scranton image
Community
March 9, 2023

Justice at the Border Discussed at Scranton

The University of Scranton hosted a discussion of Title 42 and justice at the border.

Registration Now Open For Day of Service April 22 image
Alumni
March 9, 2023

Registration Now Open For Day of Service April 22

Show your community the meaning of #Royals4Others.

World Languages and Cultures 2023 TA Talks Begin March 30 image
Announcement
March 8, 2023

World Languages and Cultures 2023 TA Talks Begin March 30

These events feature the department’s Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistants and Visiting Instructors from around the world. This is an opportunity to hear their unique perspectives on their home countries and cultures. 

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Announcement
March 8, 2023

Scholarship Opportunities Available for 2023-2024

Numerous scholarship opportunities for 2023-2024 are available with an application deadline of May 1. Details can be found at www.scranton.edu/financialaid.

The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21 image
Announcement
March 8, 2023

The Edward J. Spitzer Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21

The scholarship was endowed to The University of Scranton by the estate of Marian Robling to be awarded to a University graduating senior who will be attending a graduate program in Business Administration at any college.

The Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J., Achievement Award 2023 Deadline is April 21 image
Announcement
March 8, 2023

The Rev. J.J. Quinn, S.J., Achievement Award 2023 Deadline is April 21

The merit-based recognition was established by the late Fredrick A. Hensley, Jr., M.D. ’75 to be awarded to a University graduating senior majoring in any discipline who is accepted at an accredited U.S. medical school.

The Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Public Service Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21 image
Announcement
March 8, 2023

The Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Public Service Scholarship Application Deadline is April 21

Applicants for The Congressman and Mrs. Joseph McDade Program for Public Service Scholarship must be University of Scranton sophomores or juniors who intend to complete an internship in their junior or senior year.

Friends of the Library 2023 Book Sale April 29-30 image
Announcement
March 8, 2023

Friends of the Library 2023 Book Sale April 29-30

The Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library at The University of Scranton are sponsoring a Book Sale on Saturday, April 29 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Sunday, April 30 from noon until 4:00 p.m.

Accounting Dept. Research Productivity in Top 5 in World image
Faculty
March 7, 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.

Four Receive Sursum Corda Awards at University image
General
March 7, 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.

Global Insights Presents: 'Ukraine' image
Student
March 5, 2023

Global Insights Presents: 'Ukraine'

A desert, majestic mountains, pink lakes and the largest ski resort in Eastern Europe can all be found in Ukraine.

Mozart Performance and Talk Begins Spring Program image
Community
March 3, 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.

Slattery Center Hosts Talk on Guaranteed Income  image
Community
March 3, 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.

Club Spotlight: University of Scranton Men's Club Volleyball image
Student
March 3, 2023

Club Spotlight: University of Scranton Men's Club Volleyball

Conor Kellough '24 says The University of Scranton Men's Club Volleyball offers camaraderie and competition against other skilled teams.

Shamrockin' Eve Returns March 10 image
Alumni
March 1, 2023

Shamrockin' Eve Returns March 10

Scranton tradition to unite alumni and seniors.

University To Hold Presidential Receptions In Florida In March image
Alumni
March 1, 2023

University To Hold Presidential Receptions In Florida In March

Connect with your fellow Royals in the Sunshine State.

University To Hold Myrtle Beach Reception March 13 image
Alumni
March 1, 2023

University To Hold Myrtle Beach Reception March 13

Meet up with your fellow Royals at Murphy's Law Sports Bar.

University Celebrates Roar That Began 50 Years Ago image
General
March 1, 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. 

Social Sciences Honor Society Applications Due March 23 image
Announcement
March 1, 2023

Social Sciences Honor Society Applications Due March 23

Application for Pi Gamma Mu, the International Honor Society in Social Sciences, are being accepted now through March 23.

Faculty Profile: A Conversation with Dr. Spencer Galen image
Faculty
March 1, 2023

Faculty Profile: A Conversation with Dr. Spencer Galen

Leading his students by example, Dr. Spencer C. Galen utilizes data to solve biological mysteries. Recently, DNA sequenced by the Assistant Professor in the University Biology Department helped researchers identify a "strange-looking bird" spotted in Pennsylvania as a species unlike any known to science.

'Fair Play' free film screening and reception March 2 image
Announcement
March 1, 2023

'Fair Play' free film screening and reception March 2

Registration open for film screening of 'Fair Play,' a documentary discussing the challenges of work-life-family balance, will take place March 2, 6:00 p.m., sponsored by Women's and Gender Studies and Diversity Initiatives

Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship 2023-2024 Application Deadline March 24 image
Announcement
March 1, 2023

Peter S. Graybar Memorial Scholarship 2023-2024 Application Deadline March 24

Scholarship will provide assistance for students entering their junior school year

Black History and Housing in Scranton Discussed image
Community
March 1, 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.

Jason Thorne is Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award Winner image
Staff
March 1, 2023

Jason Thorne is Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award Winner

Jason Thorne receives the Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for March 2023

CAL To Hold Networking Reception With Pre-Law Society Students In Philadelphia April 21 image
Alumni
March 1, 2023

CAL To Hold Networking Reception With Pre-Law Society Students In Philadelphia April 21

Connect with alumni lawyers and current students in the City of Brotherly Love.

Reminder: University To Hold Reunion 2023 June 9-11 image
Alumni
March 1, 2023

Reminder: University To Hold Reunion 2023 June 9-11

Reconnect with your Royal Family.

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