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In Concert: The Ted Nash Duo and The University of Scranton Jazz Ensemble, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is open to the public, free of charge. A masterclass with Nash will be held earlier on Saturday, at 4:30 p.m. and is also free of charge. Registration is required to attend the masterclass.
February 13, 2025

Ted Nash Duo and University Jazz Band to Perform

Grammy Award winner Ted Nash to perform with The University of Scranton Jazz Band on Feb. 22 in the Houlihan-McLean Center.

This spring, "CBL Talks" will focus on: food insecurity in Lackawanna County, mental health in Scranton, and youth in Scranton. Each event will begin with a presentation from guest speakers, who are shown, top row from left, Dani Ruhf, founder and CEO of CHOP Out Hunger, Antonio Berardi, Food Programs Manager of Friends of the Poor, Dr. Janice Mecca, Director of Assertive Community Treatment at Scranton Counseling Center and professor John Rosengrant, executive director at Katie’s Place Clubhouse and adjunct faculty in the Counseling and Human Services Department. Bottom row: James Martin, vice president and COO of Friendship House, Jenny Gonzales Monge, S.T.A.R.S. Program Director, and Maureen-Maher-Grey, executive director and founder of NEPA Youth Shelter.
February 6, 2025

Community-Based Learning Talk Series Returns for Spring 2025

A series of three talks will highlight community partners and issues, including food insecurity, mental health and youth in the local community. They will also discuss ways in which positive change can be enacted.

Adam Gregerman, Ph.D., an accomplished professor, author and scholar of Jewish-Christian studies, will present a Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute Lecture at The University of Scranton.
February 11, 2025

Judaic Studies Lecture Set for March 4

Accomplished professor, author and scholar of Jewish-Christian studies will present a Judaic Studies Institute Lecture on Tuesday, March 4.

Shannen Dee Williams, Ph.D., associate professor of history at the University of Dayton, presented “In the Shadow of the Cross: Excavating the Hidden History of Black Catholic Nuns in the United States” as part of The University of Scranton’s Black History Month programming. From left, are: Bryn Schofield, coordinator of the University’s College of Arts and Sciences Academic Affairs; Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry at Scranton; and Dr. Williams.
February 11, 2025

Scranton Hosts Black History Month Lecture

The University hosted a talk about “the Hidden History of Black Catholic Nuns in the United States” as part of its Black History Month programs.

The Office of Community-Based Learning (CBL) announces the first cohort of its pilot CBL Student Fellows Program. Shown, from left, are Diana Lozinger ‘24 G‘26, community engagement graduate assistant; Daysi Carreto ‘14, assistant director of community and civic engagement; Doujuan Jourden ‘25; Sarah Lyons ‘26; Theresa Pham ‘25; Gabrielle Bingener ‘25; Faith Montagnino ‘26; and Julie Schumacher Cohen, assistant vice president of community engagement and government affairs.
February 2, 2025

Office of Community-Based Learning Announces Student Fellows

The Community-Based Learning (CBL) Student Fellows program seeks to expand the reach of CBL at the University by engaging with students who wish to pursue a CBL project.

The University of Scranton physics professor Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., will leverage the popularity of radio operator contests and “DX-ing” to broaden interest in ham radio with support of a $10,000 grant from the Frankford Radio Club, a Lehigh County radiosport contesting club that serves members in a multi-state radius. The grant will support the work of University students, faculty and Frankford Radio Club members, along HamSCI community members, to develop a real-time Contesting/DXing
February 5, 2025

Grant Boosts Ham Radio Science and Fun

A Frankford Radio Club grant will leverage the popularity of amateur radio operator contests to benefit science, technology and University students.

Speakers for The University of Scranton Schemel Forum’s spring semester World Affairs Luncheon Seminars are, from left: Richard Greene, former senior advisor and counselor to UNICEF Executive Director; Steven D. Hales, Ph.D., professor of Philosophy, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania; Cynthia M. Otto, DVM, Ph.D., director, Penn Vet Working Dog Center and professor of Working Dog Sciences and Sports Medicine, University of Pennsylvania; Lauren Baillie, J.D., senior program officer, Atrocity Prevention, U.S. Institute of Peace;  Theresa MacPhail, Ph.D., medical anthropologist, writer, and associate professor of Science and Technology Studies at Stevens Institute of Technology; Jill Dougherty, former CNN Moscow Bureau Chief, and adjunct professor at Georgetown University’s Center for Eurasian, Russian, and East European Studies. The series is sponsored by Munley Law. Reservations are required to attend the luncheons.
February 3, 2025

Thought-Provoking Topics Featured at Luncheon Seminars

Schemel Forum World Affairs Luncheon Seminars offer something for everyone with lively discussions on pressing global and cultural topics.

During the month of February, The University of Scranton will host lectures, panel discussions, social events, film screenings and other events to celebrate Black History Month. Pictured, the University’s Class of 2020 Gateway sign is lit red, yellow and green for Black History Month.
January 30, 2025

Black History Month Celebrations Include Film Series, Freedom Fest

For Black History Month, the University has planned multiple events for students, faculty and staff, with some events open to the general public.

The 2024 Community and Economic Impact Report highlights The University of Scranton’s numerous substantial contributions to the community, which includes an annual Volunteer and Service Fair through which local non-profit community partners come to campus to recruit volunteers for their programs.
January 28, 2025

Community and Economic Impact Report Released

A new report highlights the University’s qualitative and quantitative contributions to the community, including service, cultural enrichment and economic impact.

Schemel Forum spring 2025 courses will be taught by University of Scranton professors Madeline Gangnes, Ph.D., assistant professor of English and Theatre; Roy Domenico, Ph.D., professor of History; and George Aulisio, Ph.D., dean and professor of the Weinberg Memorial Library and director of the Schemel Forum.
January 28, 2025

Schemel Forum Spring Courses Delve into Compelling Themes

Schemel Forum spring courses examine the origins of science fiction and speculative narratives, the evolution of justice across Western thought, and Italy’s cultural transformation after WWII.

In its 2025 “Best Online Graduate Programs” listing, U.S. News & World Report ranked Scranton's online master’s degree programs in business No. 51 and its MBA program at No. 128 in the nation, marking the 14th consecutive year that U.S. News has ranked Scranton’s online programs among the best in the nation.
January 21, 2025

Online Business Graduate Programs Among Best in U.S.

Scranton’s online master’s degree programs in business have been ranked among the best in nation by U.S. News for 14 consecutive years.

Accounting students from The University of Scranton will assist local residents with their tax returns as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a free service for clients with household incomes below $67,000 in 2024. The service will be offered during scheduled hours beginning Feb. 3, 2025.
January 13, 2025

Scranton Students Offer Free Income Tax Assistance

University of Scranton Accounting students to provide free tax assistance to low- and medium-income local residents through the VITA program.

The University of Scranton’s University of Success, a four-year pre-college mentorship program that is offered free of charge to participants, is now accepting applications for the upcoming 2025 academic year that begins this summer. Applicants must be currently enrolled in the eighth grade.
January 9, 2025

University of Success Accepting Applications for 2025

A free, four-year, pre-college mentoring program is now accepting applications from area students currently in the eighth grade.

The University of Scranton will host the 24th annual Northeast PA Brain Bee for high school students on Saturday, Feb. 22, beginning at 12:30 p.m. in the Loyola Science Center. The Brain Bee is offered free of charge. Registration is required to participate.
January 9, 2025

Brain Bee Competition For High School Students Offered

The 2025 Northeast PA Brain Bee for area high school students is set for Feb. 22 at The University of Scranton.

University of Scranton graduate U.S. Rep. Robert P. Bresnahan Jr. ’12 represents Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District as a member of the 119th U.S. Congress.
January 8, 2025

Scranton Alumnus Serves as U.S. Representative

University of Scranton graduate Rob Bresnahan ’12 becomes the second alumnus to serve as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.

The University of Scranton welcomed the 2025 cohort of students entering Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program (NLCP). First row, from left: Connor Simon, grants and outreach manager, Wayne County Community Foundation; Jill Avery Stoss, chief operating officer, The Institute; Jessica Freyne, executive director, Providence Pregnancy Center; and Heather Greene, business manager, Jewish Family Services. Second row: Dani Ruhf, chief executive officer and founder, Child Hunger Outreach Partners (CHOP); Alyse Kerr, executive director, Integrative Mind and Body; Christine S. Pirillo, DHA, senior director laboratory medicine, Geisinger Health System; and Tara B. Jones, executive director, Lackawanna River Conservation Association. Third row: Rachael Stark, NEPA program coordinator, Pennsylvania Environmental Council; Eileen Howells, designated institutional administrator, The Wright Center; Helen Schmid, president and chief executive officer, Telespond Senior Services; and Amanda Masters, youth program manager, The Cooperage. Fourth row: Nicole Guzenski, director of programs, The Catherine McAuley Center; Marianne Linko, deputy chief operating officer, The Wright Center for Community Health; and Jennifer Hayes Housel, executive director, Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministers. Fifth row: Jessica Baab, philanthropic services coordinator, The Luzerne Foundation; Pam Anslinger, director of homeownership services, NeighborWorks NEPA; Rossanna Gabriel, executive director, Hazleton Integration Project, Inc.; and Gina Suydam, executive director, Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce.
January 8, 2025

Nonprofit Leadership Program Welcomes New Cohort

The University of Scranton welcomes a new cohort of students entering the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program in January.

Colorful drawing of Dr. King and Dr. Strayhnorn wearing suits.
January 3, 2025

Annual MLK Community Celebration and Awards Dinner Jan. 19

University students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate the work of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at a community event on campus hosted by the Greater Scranton MLK Commission

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