University Holds Multicultural Celebration

The University of Scranton honored more than two dozen undergraduates in the Class of 2025 at its Multicultural Graduation Celebration, held on campus commencement weekend. 

The ceremony honored the academic achievements, unique experiences, rich heritages and numerous contributions of University students of various cultures. 

In total, 26 students participated in the event, which celebrated their determination, perseverance and resilience that helped them become key contributors in and out of the classroom. 

The celebration was held on campus at the Kane Forum of Leahy Hall and included remarks by Zainab Shah '25, a computer engineering major from Grapevine, Texas, and Kapil Patel '25, a health administration major from Wyckoff, New Jersey. Curtis Scott '25, a computer engineering major from Cresco, offered the closing prayer.

Also speaking at the event were Jose Sanchez, assistant director of the cultural centers at the University, and Lauren S. Rivera, J.D., vice president for student life and dean of students.