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Student
May 29, 2024

Class of 2024 University Honors Program Graduates

Twenty-two members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 graduated from its undergraduate University Honors Program.

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Student
May 29, 2024

Class of 2024 Graduates of Magis Honors Program

Seven members of the University’s class of 2024 graduated from the Jesuit school’s Magis Honors Program in STEM.

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Student
May 29, 2024

Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program Graduates

Thirty-five members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 graduated from its Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program.

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Student
May 29, 2024

2024 Business Leadership Honors Program Graduates

Fifteen members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 graduated from its Robert L. McKeage Business Leadership Honors Program.

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Student
May 29, 2024

Class of 2024 Business Honors Program Graduates

Eleven members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 graduated from its Frank P. Corcione Business Honors Program.

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Student
May 23, 2024

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 2024.

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Student
May 22, 2024

Class of 2024 Graduate Chooses Long Term Service

Mitchell Sporing of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 committed to post-graduation long-term service through the Jesuit Volunteer Corps.

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Student
May 22, 2024

Scranton Graduates Commissioned as Second Lieutenants

Seven members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 were commissioned as second lieutenants in the U.S. Army.

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Student
May 22, 2024

University Confers Master’s and Doctoral Degrees

The University of Scranton conferred more than 465 master’s and doctoral degrees at its graduate commencement ceremony May 19.

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Student
May 21, 2024

Thousands of Items Donated During Move Out

The End of the Year Drive is in full swing with Scranton students donating thousands of items to help those in need and to help reduce waste.

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Student
May 21, 2024

Outstanding Master’s and Doctoral Graduates Awarded

The University of Scranton recognized outstanding master’s and doctoral degree graduates at its 2024 commencement events.

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Student
May 20, 2024

Outstanding Graduates Recognized at Class Night

University of Scranton class of 2024 graduates were recognized for academic excellence, leadership and service at Class Night.

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Student
May 19, 2024

Scranton Conducts Undergraduate Commencement

The University of Scranton conferred more than 775 bachelor’s degrees at its undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 19.

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Student
May 18, 2024

Students Making a Difference as They Leave Campus

Graduates take lessons learned with them as they leave campus by reselling or donating items to reduce waste.

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Student
May 17, 2024

Quick Facts: Commencement 2024

Quick facts about The University of Scranton’s Class of 2024 commencement.

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Staff
May 17, 2024

University Recognizes Faculty, Staff for Years of Service

Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president presents awards to staff and faculty across all departments who are recognized for 10 and 20 years of service in their positions under The Order of Pro Deo et Universitate.

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Faculty
May 16, 2024

Accounting Dept. Research Among Most Productive in World

Scranton Accounting Department and faculty members ranked internationally for volume of education research published in top peer-reviewed journals.

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Student
May 16, 2024

Students Gain Real-World Experience With SoccerFest 2024

University of Scranton students in a Sports Event Management course taught by Ovidiu Cocieru, Ph.D., assistant professor of management gained real-world experience while making a positive impact on the community.

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Announcement
May 15, 2024

End-of-the-Year Drive Requests Donations Through May 21

In spring cleaning mode? Boxes are available at drop-off points in stairwell areas of the University parking garage, DeNaples first and second floors and near the ATM entrance. Larger donations will be accepted at Arrupe House.

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Staff
May 15, 2024

Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration Named

Timothy P. Doyle has been named senior vice president for finance and administration at The University of Scranton, effective July 1, 2024.

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Student
May 14, 2024

Class of 2024 Commencement Event Schedule

The University of Scranton will host numerous events to celebrate its Class of 2024 the weekend of May 17-19.

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Student
May 13, 2024

Two Students Chosen for Highly-Selective Program

Scranton students Sarah Boyle and Annalisa Mechanick are among just four in the world chosen to participate in elite leadership program.

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Community
May 13, 2024

Sister Elizabeth Johnson Receives Arrupe Award

The University hosted a lecture with Elizabeth A. Johnson, C.S.J., and presented her with its 2024 Arrupe Award.

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Community
May 10, 2024

Leahy Clinic for the Uninsured Grand Re-Opening

Students from across disciplines have opportunity to put theory into practice to serve those in need at Edward R. Leahy, Jr. Clinic for the Uninsured.

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Student
May 10, 2024

Scranton Students Win Nursing Challenge

Nursing students win the 18th annual Jeffery Allan Walp Student Nurse Challenge that poses questions similar to those they will encounter on the nursing licensure exam.

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Student
May 9, 2024

Student Wins Integrated Campaign Advertising Award

University students were recognized at American Advertising Federation of Northeastern Pennsylvania Award Competition.

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Faculty
May 9, 2024

Dr. Yamile Silva Earns International Award

Dr. Yamile Silva, Chair of the Department of Languages and Cultures and Director of Latin American and Latinx Studies, has been selected as winner for the best scholarly Collaborative Project by the international professional organization GEMELA.

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Student
May 9, 2024

Club Spotlight: Cheerleading Team

The mission of The University of Scranton Cheerleading Team is to serve as ambassadors for the University, as well as create a family that athletes can turn to at any point in time.

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Announcement
May 8, 2024

Feminism Expo May 8 To Include Poster Sessions

The University community is invited to a Feminism Expo on Wednesday, May 8 from 5 to 6 p.m. at The Denaples Center, Room 407. Attendees are invited to sample refreshments while gaining insight from poster sessions.

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Announcement
May 8, 2024

Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord Liturgies May 8, 9

All are welcome to attend Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord liturgies this week in The University of Scranton's Madonna della Strada Chapel. 

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Student
May 7, 2024

Three Individuals to Receive Honorary Degrees

The University will bestow three honorary degrees at its 2024 undergraduate commencement ceremony May 19.

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Student
May 7, 2024

Students Inducted into National Honor Societies

Hundreds of University of Scranton students were inducted into national and international honor societies during the 2024 spring semester.

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Community
May 7, 2024

Winners of High School Physics Competition Announced

High school students test knowledge of physics and engineering at fun, hands-on Hayes Science Competition at The University of Scranton.

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Community
May 7, 2024

Organist Janet Sora Chung To Perform May 10

Organist Janet Sora Chung to perform on the University’s historic 3,178-pipe Austin Opus 301 organ, which was built in 1910.

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Community
May 7, 2024

GCSOM Hosts Schemel Forum Collaborative Program

'Ragtime: The Mind and Music of Scott Joplin' was presented by the Schemel Forum and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

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Student
May 5, 2024

Student Government Confirms 2024-25 Senate

Maria Stephen '25 and Amanda Campbell '25 have been elected as the new student body president and vice president.

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Student
May 3, 2024

Students, Alumnus Attend Sigma Tau Delta International Convention and Receive Awards

Ten University of Scranton students and one alumnus presented their work at the Sigma Tau Delta International Convention in St. Louis, Missouri in April. Four won awards for work they presented at the conference. Sigma Tau Delta is the national honor society in English.

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Student
May 1, 2024

Students Inducted into Jesuit Honor Society

Seventy-five Scranton students were inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities.

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Staff
May 1, 2024

Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for May 2024

Ann Siock receives the Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for May 2024

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