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Student
May 21, 2025

Class Night Honors Outstanding Undergraduates

Sixty-one graduating University of Scranton undergraduates received awards for academic achievement, leadership and service.

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Student
May 21, 2025

Scranton Holds Undergraduate Commencement

Seventeen states and 59 majors are represented in The University of Scranton’s Class of 2025.

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Student
May 21, 2025

Master’s, Doctoral Degrees Conferred at Commencement

The University of Scranton awarded 550-plus master’s and doctoral degrees to the Class of 2025.

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Student
May 21, 2025

Scranton ROTC Cadets Commissioned

“Moe” Barnett, commanding general of the U.S. Army ROTC, was at Scranton for the event.

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Faculty
May 21, 2025

Class of 2025 Selects Teacher of the Year

Department of Health and Human Performance faculty member Michael Landram, Ph.D., received the Teacher of the Year award at Class Night.

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Student
May 21, 2025

Top Master’s, Doctoral Graduates Awarded

The University of Scranton’s 2025 commencement events included the presentation of awards to high-achieving academic standouts.

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Student
May 21, 2025

Recent Grads Commit to Long-Term Service

Six graduates from 2025 and one from 2024 will serve national and international communities in need.

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Student
May 21, 2025

University Holds Multicultural Celebration

The University honored the rich multicultural heritages, academic success and personal growth of members of the Class of 2025.

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Student
May 16, 2025

First Omega Rho Induction Ceremony at the University of Scranton

Omega Rho is the official honor society of INFORMS—the Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences.

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Announcement
May 16, 2025

End-of-the-Year Drive Concludes

The University's Center for Service and Social Justice (CSSJ) concludes the annual End-of-the-Year Drive, the largest sustainability project on campus.

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Student
May 15, 2025

Students Inducted Into SALUTE National Honor Society

Four University of Scranton students were inducted into the SALUTE National Honor Society, which recognizes veterans and active military who exemplify service, academic achievement, leadership, unity, tribute and excellence.

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Student
May 15, 2025

Sigma Tau Delta Students, Alum Recognized

Sigma Tau Delta Scranton chapter, Mu Omicron, is recognized for its 45th anniversary. University of Scranton alum Elias Kerr '23 received this year's Creative Works Alumni Award for an original poetry project.

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Staff
May 15, 2025

University Honors Employees for Years of Service

Order of Pro Deo hosts April, May induction ceremonies to recognize faculty and staff.

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Community
May 14, 2025

Scranton, Widener Commonwealth Law to Partner

High-achieving Scranton students will have the opportunity to take advantage of an efficient and cost-effective “3+3” law school partnership.

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Community
May 14, 2025

Heartfelt Messages Highlight Arrupe Awards

The 2025 Arrupe Award was presented to Rev. Richard Clifford, S.J., a priest and biblical scholar at Boston College.

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Community
May 12, 2025

Class of 2025 Graduation Weekend Schedule

Undergraduate and Graduate commencement weekend events begin May 16 and culminate with graduation ceremonies on May 18.

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Student
May 12, 2025

Scranton Students Join Honor Societies

Hundreds representing The University of Scranton took their place this spring among the nation's highest-achieving students.

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Student
May 12, 2025

Sixty-six Students Inducted into National Jesuit Honor Society

The University of Scranton recently celebrated its newest Alpha Sigma Nu members at an induction ceremony.

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Student
May 12, 2025

Brain and Behavior Conference Returns to Scranton

The undergraduate-focused Brain and Behavior Conference featured presentations from University students and faculty.

Scranton Athletics Road Show Set for June 5 image
Alumni
May 11, 2025

Scranton Athletics Road Show Set for June 5

Join us in Bradley Beach.

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Student
May 9, 2025

Students, Faculty Present at 2025 HamSCI Workshop

Industry leaders, experts and researchers, including faculty and students from Scranton, participated in the growing HamSCI Workshop.

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Alumni
May 9, 2025

Scranton Alumni and Friends Invited to Summer Baseball Games in Boston, New York and Philadelphia

Show your Royal pride and connect with fellow Scranton community members at iconic ballparks across the Northeast.

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Community
May 9, 2025

University, GSOM Partner to Present Lecturer

Richard Kogan, M.D., of Weill Cornell Medical College, presented on 19th-century German musician Robert Schumann at Geisinger School of Medicine.

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Student
May 9, 2025

From Campus to Classroom: Celebrating Scranton's Noyce Graduates

Three Noyce Scholars will graduate this month with master's degrees in secondary education. Applications for the next Noyce Scholar cohort are open. 

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Student
May 9, 2025

Scranton Preserves the Past, Embraces Sustainability at the Quain Memorial Conservatory

Part of the University campus since the 1950s, the greenhouse, constructed for the Scranton family in 1872, is one of the few Victorian-style conservatories unaltered from its original design.

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Student
May 7, 2025

Student Research Event Draws Crowd, Praise (Video + Photos)

Nearly 200 students participated in a day of poster and oral presentations, spanning a wide range of topics.

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Alumni
May 7, 2025

5.06 Raises Nearly $590,000 for University Causes

More than 2,700 alumni, parents and friends of the University showed their Royal Pride by supporting their favorite Scranton causes.

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Community
May 7, 2025

Scranton Administrator, Author Shares Papal Expertise

Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., the University’s vice president of mission and ministry, has appeared this spring in multiple media outlets.

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Alumni
May 7, 2025

University To Host Presidential Cocktail Reception in Chicago May 20

Meet up with your fellow Royals in the Windy City.

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Announcement
May 7, 2025

End-of-the-Year Drive May 7-20

The University's Center for Service and Social Justice (CSSJ) begins the annual End-of-the-Year Drive, the largest sustainability project on campus.

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Faculty
May 6, 2025

Teacher of the Year Chosen by Alpha Sigma Nu Students

Christine Zakzewski, Ph.D., earned the Gannon Award for Teaching, which is among the highest honors presented annually at Scranton.

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Alumni
May 6, 2025

Alumni Webinar Set for May 14

The University of Scranton invites alumni to attend a webinar designed to support those considering a career change or embarking on a new job search.

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Alumni
May 6, 2025

University Launches Scranton Family Portal

Register today to support your student.

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Community
May 5, 2025

Joel Ross to Perform with University Jazz Band

Renowned vibraphone player and percussionist Joel Ross will perform with The University of Scranton Jazz Band on Friday, May 9.

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Alumni
May 5, 2025

Register Today for Reunion 2025

Return, Reminisce & Reconnect.

Scranton To Host Nursing Alumni Reception June 7 image
Alumni
May 5, 2025

Scranton To Host Nursing Alumni Reception June 7

Honor the exceptional spirit and enduring excellence of Scranton Nursing. 

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Alumni
May 5, 2025

University Offers Weiss Hall Naming Opportunities

Join us in creating a legacy that will endure for generations.

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Community
May 5, 2025

Author Speaks at Judaic Studies Lecture

Rabbi Shlomo Brody spoke to a crowd at Brennan Hall as part of the University’s Judaic Studies Institute Lecture.

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Alumni
May 5, 2025

Alumni Class Notes, May 2025

Share your story with your Royal Family.

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Student
May 5, 2025

Students Visit IBM for Highly Anticipated Tour

Two student clubs toured the IBM Innovation Studio, where they networked with and gained insight from up-and-coming and seasoned professionals.

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Community
May 4, 2025

Scranton City Council Candidates Interviewed

The University’s Center for Ethics and Excellence interviewed six city council candidates.

Club Spotlight: Student Nurses Association Celebrates Mentors During National Nurses Week image
Student
May 4, 2025

Club Spotlight: Student Nurses Association Celebrates Mentors During National Nurses Week

Officers of The University of Scranton Student Nurses Association say it’s a great way to build relationships, develop leadership skills and give back through community service events.

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Community
May 3, 2025

Royals Complete Initiation Into the Sacramental Life of the Catholic Church.

Five University of Scranton students in the Order of Christian of Initiation of Adults recently completed their initiation into the sacramental life of the Catholic church.

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Staff
May 3, 2025

Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for May 2025

Maria Ramos receives the Meg Cullen-Brown Magis Award for May 2025.

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