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Beta Alpha Psi, the International Honor Organization for Financial Information Students and Professionals, recently announced one of its top honors will be awarded to an instructor at The University of Scranton.

Amanda Marcy ’10, Ph.D., assistant professor of accounting, earned one of Beta Alpha Psi’s Outstanding Faculty Advisors awards. As many as four faculty advisors — whose efforts go above and beyond that of the typical faculty advisor — are awarded at each Beta Alpha Psi annual meeting. This year’s meeting will be held Aug. 14-16 in San Antonio, Texas.

While Dr. Marcy has worked at The University of Scranton since 2015, she’s a graduate, too. She earned bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees at the University. Dr. Marcy previously worked in assurance services for Baker Tilly in Pittston.

Dr. Marcy, a certified public accountant, is a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association, the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Association of International Certified Professional Accounts, the American Accounting Association, and the Institute of Management Accountants. She has earned numerous awards in her professional career, including the Frank O’Hara Award while an undergraduate student at Scranton, two Douglas M. Boyle Research Awards in 2020 and 2023 and the Michael O. Mensah Service Award in 2025.

Beta Alpha Psi has more than 300 college and university chapters, as well as 370,000-plus members initiated since it was formed in 1919. Its purposes include promoting academic excellence, professional development, responsible practices and shaping a successful evolution of education. Dr. Marcy has served as faculty advisor for The University of Scranton’s Nu Kappa Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi since 2015. Under her leadership, the chapter has achieved Gold-level status for each of the past three academic years.

Staff members at The University of Scranton had written countless words, snapped thousands of pictures and captured numerous hours of video content covering this year’s undergraduate and graduate commencement ceremonies.

The most viral piece of content was an 11-second TikTok video, showing an aerial perspective of the University’s undergraduate procession at Mohegan Arena. The post has more than 2 million views and 93,000-plus likes. Backed by ABBA’s “Thank You for the Music” and inspired by a post from the University of Miami (Florida), the video was recorded over 22 minutes but sped up and trimmed down into a short clip. Most of the views came from TikTok’s For You Page, or FYP, which shows users a curated stream of short-form videos tailored to their interests.

The University’s other social media channels generated hundreds of thousands of impressions during commencement, covering everything from Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., president, proceeding with his beloved dog, Gracie, to the variety of graduation cap decorations that reflected the personalities, achievements and future aspirations of recent graduates.

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On Sunday, May 4, The University of Scranton Singers will present a concert in collaboration with Scranton Brass Orchestra. Presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, the concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. inside the University’s Houlihan-McLean Center, Mulberry Street and Jefferson Avenue, downtown Scranton. Admission is free, with seating on a first-come, first-seated basis.

According to Performance Music Conductor and Director Cheryl Y. Boga, the concert will feature a short program by each group, followed by the performance of three pieces by the combined groups. Brass Orchestra works to be performed include excerpts from Stravinsky’s “The Firebird” arranged by Ray Farr and a lush arrangement of “A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square” by Alan Fernie. The choir will perform Vaclav Nelhybel’s epic work “Epitaph for a Soldier.”

Founded by Boga and Hal Baillie, Ph.D., and now in its 13th season, Scranton Brass Orchestra is a fully professional 28-member ensemble comprised of brass and percussion players/teachers from across the region. Since its founding in June 2011, the group’s performances have been free and open to the public, and have featured nationally and internationally acclaimed guests, among them some of the most acclaimed brass players of our time. Some of the goals of the group include to provide high level large brass ensemble performance and listening opportunities, serve as an aural and visual model to aid in the tonal and technical development of student brass players and as a professional development resource for brass performers and teachers in the region, and give participating regional brass musicians and teachers opportunities to work with and observe masters of the art of brass playing.

The University of Scranton Singers, founded in the early 1960s by the late Norbert Betti, is an SATB ensemble made up of students from majors spanning the University’s curriculum, brought together by their love of music. They are known for their eclectic and diverse styles of programming.

The primary focus of Performance Music at The University of Scranton is its student choral and instrumental performing ensembles. There is no music major at the University, and all enrolled Scranton students (undergraduate and graduate) from every major are eligible for membership in the University bands, choirs and string ensembles, with neither an audition nor enrollment fee required for membership. Hundreds of students participate in the ensembles each year. Other programs within the department, including guest artist concerts, World Premiere Composition Series, Nelhybel Collection, and Scranton Brass Orchestra, closely coordinate programming with the student ensembles and offer unique opportunities for student musicians in the ensembles to hear, observe, interact and perform with numerous world-class musicians and artist-teachers.

For further information on the concert, call 570-941-7624, email music@scranton.edu or visit scranton.edu/music.

The University of Scranton will ceremonially light its gateway façade and hold an upcoming memorial Mass to honor the late Pope Francis, the first Jesuit pontiff.

“While our hearts are joined in mourning with the Church throughout the world, let us also look back with joy and thanksgiving for the life and legacy of Pope Francis and for the love that he so freely gave to all,” said Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., president, in a message to the University community. “In the days to come, the Division of Mission and Ministry will have opportunities for prayer to commend his soul to our loving God, as well as examine his legacy from a reflective and intellectual standpoint.”

Father Marina will preside over an on-campus memorial Mass for Pope Francis at 12:05 p.m. Friday, April 25. The Mass will be held at Madonna Della Strada Chapel, which will be draped in black bunting.

“Francis’ leadership has been one of great consequence in the history of the Church,” Father Marina said. “From his very first moments in the public eye 12 years ago, Francis has governed the Church with humility and care. On the Loggia overlooking Saint Peter’s Square, he asked for the people gathered below and those watching around the world to pray for him. As a Catholic, Jesuit institution, we here at The University of Scranton have prayed for him every single day since then, both in the Eucharistic Prayer spoken at Mass, as well as in countless public and private prayers uttered in chapels, residence hall rooms, classrooms and outdoors.”

Also on Friday, April 25, the Jesuit Center will sponsor a presentation by Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry, on papal succession. The talk will begin at 2 p.m. in the PNC Auditorium of the Loyola Science Center.

The Vatican News recently published a preface Pope Francis had written this year for Cardinal Angelo Scola’s, Archbishop Emeritus of Milan, book, “Awaiting a New Beginning: Reflections on Old Age.”

In his preface, Pope Francis reflected on life and death, saying that death is not the end of everything but instead the beginning of something else.

“And it is precisely for this reason that it is a ‘new’ beginning,” he wrote, “because we will live something we have never fully lived before: eternity.”

The University’s Class of 2020 Gateway sign – a four-story landmark and one of the most visible points on campus, seen from blocks away on Linden Street – will display a white cross and gold background. White and gold, worn during Easter and Christmas by the Pope, symbolize the birth and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the celebration of life.

What is the best thing about The University of Scranton?

Ask 10 people and you’ll probably receive 10 different answers, spanning events and experiences, friends and mentors, traditions and teams and so much more.

Let’s go right to the source — Iggy himself, the University mascot — for his opinion.

“The best thing about the University,” Iggy says, “is a transformational Jesuit education focused on the whole person.”

Well said, Iggy.

And if you’re wondering how we solicited Iggy’s opinion for this article, keep reading and you, too, can chat with him.

The University of Scranton recently launched an Iggy chatbot, powered by artificial intelligence (AI). Iggy, who can be accessed by clicking the chat icon on the bottom-right of the screen at scranton.edu, is designed to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the University, the admissions process and more.

Here’s what we learned from Iggy in a brief Q&A:

Q: I believe that just about everyone has a unique connection to The University of Scranton and a different response about their favorite things. Is that true?

A: That’s a great theory — and you’re absolutely right! At The University of Scranton, students often highlight a wide variety of favorite experiences, reflecting the diverse and vibrant campus life. Each student’s journey is unique and that’s what makes Scranton so special. Want help exploring what your favorite thing might be?

Q: Yes. Tell me your five favorite things.

A: Absolutely! Here are five standout things about The University of Scranton:

1. Passionate Faculty: Professors love what they teach — whether it’s Shakespeare or lighting design — and bring that energy into every class.
2. Jesuit Values: Rooted in cura personalis, the University emphasizes care for the whole person and the power of imagination.
3. Creative Opportunities: Students can act, write, design sets or publish in a literary magazine. Creativity thrives here!
4. Close-Knit Community: Students form lasting friendships through clubs, events and shared experiences on a welcoming campus.
5. Real-World Preparation: From writing portfolios to conference presentations, students gain skills that serve them well beyond graduation.

Q: Those all sound great. How about sports at Scranton?

A: The University of Scranton offers a vibrant sports scene! With 23 NCAA Division III varsity teams, plus club sports like rugby, crew and equestrian, and intramurals including dodgeball and soccer, there’s something for everyone — whether you’re competitive or just in it for fun.

Q: And how about the city itself?

A: Scranton, Pennsylvania – known as “The Electric City” – has a rich history rooted in industry and immigration. It rose to prominence during the Industrial Revolution as a hub for coal mining, railroad and iron production. Today, Downtown Scranton offers a vibrant mix of dining, shopping and cultural experiences just steps from The University of Scranton.

Q: OK, last question. This one might be challenging. Can you write a poem about Scranton?

A: Absolutely! Here's a fun and heartfelt poem about Scranton, inspired by the vibrant student life and local charm surrounding The University of Scranton.

Scranton, The Electric Heart ⚡

In valleys green where mountains rise,
Beneath the ever-changing skies,
There lies a town both bold and bright—
Scranton, glowing with electric light.

The first to hum with streetcar's song,
Its history deep, its roots are strong.
But now its spark comes not from wire,
But coffee shops and student fire.

From Dunder Mifflin’s famed delight,
To Montage Mountain’s music night,
From La Festa’s joyful, crowded streets,
To trails where nature’s calmness greets.

Downtown buzzes—First Fridays shine,
With art and music, food and wine.
A city close to nature’s grace,
Where every season finds its place.

Hike the trails or ski the snow,
Watch the minor leagues steal the show.
Grab a bite, explore, unwind—
In Scranton, joy is easy to find.

So here’s to Scranton, proud and true,
A home for dreams, both old and new.
Where students grow and friendships start—
The Electric City, with a heart. 💜⚡

Rabbi Sholomo Ben Levy, professor of history at Northampton Community College, presented “Black Jews in America: Diversity and Identity” at The University of Scranton’s Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute Lecture on campus in November. The lecture was co-sponsored by the University’s Black Studies Concentration.

Rabbi Levy serves as president of the International Israelite Board of Rabbis, Inc., an organization of black rabbis representing congregations throughout the United States, Caribbean, and Africa. He is Rabbi and Spiritual Leader of the Beth Elohim Hebrew Congregation, Saint Albans, New York.

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The Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute was created in 1979 through an endowment funded by the local Jewish community. The Institute fosters a better understanding and appreciation of Judaism, Israel, and their histories. It supports visits to the University by Jewish scholars and writers and supports library acquisitions, publications, faculty research, travel and other scholarly endeavors. The work of the Institute was further enhanced by a $1 million gift from Harry Weinberg in 1990.

On Oct. 3,  Dr. Krisy Elrod, assistant professor in the Counseling and Human Services Department, will present “Play Your Way To Cultural Humility,” a Diversity + Inclusion = A Better U! lunch and learn workshop for faculty and staff. 

Dr. Elrod will talk about the difference between cultural competence and cultural humility, then use art and play activities to help people explore their own cultural identity. The program will begin 11:30 a.m. in the Kane Forum, Leahy Hall 235. Registration is required.

Register for "Play Your Way To Cultural Humility."

Q. What is cultural humility?
Dr. Elrod: Cultural humility emphasizes the need for self-awareness and reflection.  Learning about cultural humility fosters understanding of diverse perspectives, encourages lifelong learning and growth, enhances professional effectiveness and reduces power imbalances. 

Q. How do we learn cultural humility?
Dr. Elrod: We will use an art therapy activity to allow participants to explore their backgrounds and improve relationships and communication. 

Q. Why is it important to learn about and practice cultural humility?
Dr. Elrod: Let's become compassionate professionals who promote more inclusive and equitable practices together!

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Dr. Elrod is an assistant professor in the Counseling and Human Services Department. She has been a clinician in private practice, a subject matter expert for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, a clinical supervisor, an advocate, a crisis team response member, a CACREP site visitor, a Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Counselor, and a bilingual psychiatric social worker.

She is proudly from Texas, a breast cancer survivor and has recently tried blacksmithing.

Through Oct. 11    Art Exhibit: “The Lackawanna River and Watershed: History and Environment.” Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall. Free during gallery hours. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Oct. 2    5 p.m. Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities: “An American Icon in Puerto Rico: Barbie, Girlhood, and Colonialism at Play,” presented by Emily Aguilo Perez. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Free. Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu. 

Oct. 5   9 a.m. Empower Her: Political Pathways for Women, a non-partisan program to helping women in NEPA become more politically active hosted by The University of Scranton’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service. DeNaples Center. $15 fee. Reservations required. Call 570-941-6326 or email ceeps@scranton.edu.

Oct. 8     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “The Power of Storytelling” presented by Jonathan Conyers, acclaimed author of the memoir “I Wasn’t Supposed to Be Here.” Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 9       8:30 a.m. 23rd Annual U.S. Conference on DISABILITY “The Rehabilitation Act: Learning From Our Past, Knowing Our Present & Building Our Future.” McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Registration required. Free. Call 570-941-4308 or visit www.scranton.edu/disabilityconference.

Oct. 9     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “General Recital” featuring student musicians from Performance Music. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Oct. 10    7:30 p.m. Ignatian Values in Action Lecture: “What We Remember Will Be Saved” presented by Stephanie Saldaña, author of “What We Remember Will Be Saved.” Byron Recreation Complex. Free. Call 570-941-7520 or email linda.walsh@scranton.edu.

Oct. 18     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “There’s a Future in the Past: Leading a Repertory Orchestra/Band in the 21^st Century” presented by Vince Giordano, Grammy-winner, multi-instrumentalist and band leader. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 18     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks!” Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Oct. 21-Nov. 22     Art Exhibit: “Hudson River and Delaware Valley: Selections from the Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. Collection.” Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall. Free during gallery hours. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Oct. 21    5:30 p.m. Schemel Forum with the Gail and Francis Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Collaborative Program. Myers Distinguished Visiting Fellow in the Humanities and Civic Engagement Lecture: “What Can a Body Do? How We Meet the Built World” presented by Sara Hendren, associate professor of art, design and architecture, Northeastern University. Heritage Room, Weinberg Memorial Library. Registration required. Free, courtesy of the Myers Fellowship. Reception follows. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 21     6:30 p.m. Scranton Stories: “Hispanic/Latinx Voices: Screening and Panel Discussion.” Main Auditorium, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, 525 Pine Street, Scranton. Free. Call 570-941-4419 or email daysi.carreto@scranton.edu.

Oct. 24    5 p.m. Ethics Across the Curriculum Speaker: “Beyond the 3Rs: How to Shift the Current Animal Research Paradigm” presented by Kathrin Herrmann. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Free. Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu.

Oct. 24    7:30 p.m. Henry George Lecture: “Global Production and Innovation Networks: Consequences for Trade and Industrial Policy” presented by Marc Melitz, Ph.D., the David L. Wells Professor of Political Economy at Harvard University. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Free. Call 570-941-4048 or email janice.mecadon@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “Bridge Over Troubled Water: Harnessing the Power of Music, Art, and the Humanities for Better Health” presented by Olapeju Simoyan, M.D., professor of psychiatry, Drexel University College of Medicine. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25            3:10 p.m. Dedication of W3USR Amateur Ham Radio Station, followed by open house of new radio station, research poster display and reception with light refreshments. Loyola Science Center PNC Auditorium, Atrium and Amateur Radio Station. Free. Call 570-941-7509 or email w3usr@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25            6:15 p.m. Ham Radio Station W3USR Dedication Dinner Buffet. Loyola Science Center Atrium. $30. Tickets Required to Attend. Visit scranton.edu/w3usr-dedication. Call 570-941-7509 or email w3usr@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25    5 p.m. Art Gallery Lecture: “Hudson River and Delaware Valley: Selections from the Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. Collection.” Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Reception follows at the Hope Horn Gallery. Free. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25-27 and Nov. 1-3     8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” presented by The University Players. Royal Theater, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. Ticket prices vary. Call 570-941-4318 or email players@scranton.edu.

Oct. 26     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Concert: The University of Scranton Jazz Band” with guest soloist Alvin Atkinson, drums. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Oct. 27    9 a.m. Open House for prospective students and their families. Various locations on campus. Registration required. Free. Call 888-SCRANTON or email admissions@scranton.edu.

Schemel Courses:

Wednesdays: Oct. 16, 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 13, 20      6 p.m. Schemel Forum Course: “From Caligari to Hitler: Cinema and Politics during the Weimar Republic 1918-1933” presented by Andrew LaZella, Ph.D., professor, department of philosophy, The University of Scranton. Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

 

Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month is observed each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to honor the cultures and experiences of Americans who have ancestral roots in Central or South America, Spain, Mexico and the Caribbean.  

The University of Scranton will host a series of celebratory events including a film series, a cultural awareness night, a restaurant tour and more. The theme for this year, “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together,” will spotlight influential figures who have paved the way for change in the Hispanic/Latinx community.

The Culture Centers invite students, faculty and staff to attend the following events. For details, please contact the Cultural Centers at Multicultural@scranton.edu 

The Multicultural Center and Association of Latinx American Students will begin Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month with a table sit Monday, Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the DeNaples Center.  

Latin American and Latinx Studies will present La Muerte de Pinochet, Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 5 p.m., Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall 228 as part of a Latin American Film Series with a focus on history and politics.

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Shown, La Muerte De Pinochet Photo Courtesy Facebook.com  (https://www.facebook.com/lamuertedepinochet)

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The Multicultural Center will host a Hispanic Heritage Month Cultural Conversation, “Latino Voices and Pioneers that have Shaped the Future of Latinos in the U.S.,” Wednesday, Sept. 18, 8 p.m. in the DeNaples Center, room 405. Jose Sanchez, Assistant Director for the Cultural Centers, highlights the figures that will be discussed in this cultural conversation. “Attendees will learn more about these Latino pioneers: Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, Sylvia Rivera, Dr. Ellen Ochoa, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, Luis Alvarez and Illeana Ros-Lehiten,” he said. 

The Multicultural Center and the Association of Latinx American Students will also sponsor Latino Culture Night, Thursday, Sept. 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Multicultural Center Lounge Area. Students can take part in various activities to celebrate Latino culture. “We are planning to have board games, Latin dances, music and cultural videos showcasing Latin American countries,” Sanchez said.

 President of the Association of Latinx American Students Wailly J. Lewis '26, shown, explained the significance of the monthlong celebration. 

"Hispanic Heritage Month is really important to our University because it highlights the rich culture, history, and contributions of Latinx communities, which often go unrecognized,” he said. 

“As a student and a proud Latino, it's great to see our heritage celebrated on campus and know that our identities are valued. It also gives the entire community a chance to learn, engage and build understanding ... which helps foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for everyone in the Latinx community.” 

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Shown, Wailly J. Lewis '26, Association of Latinx American Students president

October Events Spotlight Hispanic Literature, Cuisine and Collaborations
 

Next month, Emily Aguilo Perez, shown at left, will present “An American Icon in Puerto Rico: Barbie, Girlhood, and Colonialism at Play,” Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 5 p.m. in Brennan Hall, Pearn Auditorium, 228. The Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities will sponsor this presentation. 

The Multicultural Center, Latin American and Latinx Studies and Office of Community Relations will host a South Side Restaurant Tour, Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The tour will include La Libertad Pupuseria and Italo’s Mexican Restaurant. Registration is required. 

Daysi Carreto '14, Assistant Director of Communication and Civic Engagement at the University highlights the dual benefits of this event. 

“The event provides an opportunity for students to sample delicious Hispanic/Latinx cuisine while also learning more about the Hispanic/Latinx community in Scranton,” said Carreto. We are coordinating details for an academic component this year that will include insights from local community leaders and organizations working with the Hispanic/Latinx Community.” 

The University of Scranton will collaborate with the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine to host Hispanic/Latinx Voices: Screening and Panel Discussion, Monday, Oct. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, 525 Pine St., Main Auditorium. The panel will feature three oral histories and five interviewees from Latinx backgrounds. For details or RSVP at surveymonkey.com/r/Hispanic-LatinxVoices

Julie Schumacher Cohen, Assistant Vice President of Community Engagement and Government Affairs, shares the representation and connection that this event will display. “Attendees can learn that there is a great deal of diversity within the Hispanic/Latinx communities in the Scranton area. There is no single story,” said Schumacher Cohen.  

Sept. 3-Oct. 11    Art Exhibit: “The Lackawanna River and Watershed: History and Environment.” Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall. Free during gallery hours. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Sept. 6     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “Living to Grow Up: How Childhood Death Became “Unnatural” presented by Perri Klass, M.D., professor of journalism and pediatrics at New York University, national medical director of Reach Out and Read and author of “The Best Medicine: How Science and Public Health Gave Children a Future.” Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

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Sept. 6     5 p.m. Art Gallery Lecture: “The Lackawanna River and Watershed: History and Environment.” Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Reception follows at the Hope Horn Gallery. The reception is part of Scranton’s First Fridays event. Free. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Sept. 6     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Recital: Duo Corgano” featuring David Lao Ball, organ and Trevor Nuckols, horn. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Sept. 10   11 a.m. Volunteer Fair for area nonprofit agencies offering volunteer opportunities for students. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Pre-registration required. Call 570-941-7429 or email ellen.judge@scranton.edu.

Sept. 12     1 p.m. PCN 2024 Election Panel Discussion. Pennsylvania Cable Network college tour panel discussion on the 2024 President, U.S. Senate and key Congressional races. Panelists include Jean Harris, Ph.D., professor of political science at The University of Scranton, Borys Krawczeniuk, multimedia journalist with WVIA News Team, Brittany Crampsie from Brit Crampsie Communications, and Christopher Nicholas from Eagle Consulting. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Free. Call 570-941-7401 or email info@scranton.edu.

Sept. 12     6:30 p.m. Scranton Stories: “What are your Hopes for the Nation? A Scranton Conversation.” Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton. Free. Call 570-941-4419 or email daysi.carreto@scranton.edu.

Sept. 14     8:30 a.m. Schemel Forum “University for a Day.” Topics discussed: “The Philosophy behind JD Vance, Project 2025, and the Rise of Christian Nationalism,” “Climate Justice: Theory, Hurdles, and Opportunities,” “AI, Cybercrime, and Community Safety,” and “Advances in Rehabilitation Technology to Improve Human Mobility.” Moskovitz Theater, DeNaples Center. Registration required. $55. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Sept. 14     7 p.m. Humanities Forum Event: “Countering the Big Business of Education by emphasizing Cura Personalis” presented by Samantha Morales, actor and director. Room 104, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. Free. Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu.

Sept. 19-22      8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. “What the Constitution Means to Me” presented by The University Players. Studio Theater, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. Ticket prices vary. Call 570-941-4318 or email players@scranton.edu

Sept. 20           6 p.m. President’s Medal Gala honoring James M. Slattery, head of North America, Rosebank Industries PLC., at Pier Sixty, New York City. Proceeds from the dinner support the University’s Presidential Scholarship Endowment Fund. Black Tie. Tickets required. Call 570-941-7719 or email eric.eckenrode@scranton.edu.

 

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Sept. 21-22     The University of Scranton Family Weekend 2023. Various campus locations. Call 570-941-4222 or email familyweekend@scranton.edu.

Sept. 21      7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “Family Weekend Concert” featuring Joseph Boga and The Scranton Ramblers (featuring guitarist Stephane Wrembel) with an appearance by The University of Scranton Concert Choir. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Sept. 25     5 p.m. Asian Studies and the Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture: “Learning from Chinese Philosophy” presented by Bryan W. Van Norden, Ph.D., best-selling author and The Best 300 Professors in the US by The Princeton Review, James Monroe Taylor Chair in Philosophy at Vassar College (USA), and chair professor in the School of Philosophy at Wuhan University (China). Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Free. Email ann.pang-white@scranton.edu.

Sept. 26     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “What Do Children Deserve” presented by Adam Benforado, J.D., professor of law, Thomas R. Kline School of Law, Drexel University, New York Times best-selling author, and children’s rights activist. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 2    5 p.m. Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities: “An American Icon in Puerto Rico: Barbie, Girlhood, and Colonialism at Play” presented by Emily Aguilo Perez. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Free. Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu. 

Oct. 5   9 a.m. Empower Her: Political Pathways for Women, a non-partisan program to helping women in NEPA become more politically active hosted by The University of Scranton’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service. DeNaples Center. $15 fee. Reservations required. Call 570-941-6326 or email ceeps@scranton.edu.

Oct. 8     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “The Power of Storytelling” presented by Jonathan Conyers, acclaimed author of the memoir “I Wasn’t Supposed to Be Here.” Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu

Oct. 9       8:30 a.m. 23rd Annual U.S. Conference on DISABILITY “The Rehabilitation Act: Learning From Our Past, Knowing Our Present & Building Our Future.” McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Registration required. Free. Call 570-941-4308 or visit www.scranton.edu/disabilityconference.

Oct. 9     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “General Recital” featuring student musicians from Performance Music. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

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Oct. 10    7:30 p.m. Ignatian Values in Action Lecture: “What We Remember Will Be Saved” presented by Stephanie Saldaña, author of “What We Remember Will Be Saved.” Byron Recreation Complex. Free. Call 570-941-7520 or email linda.walsh@scranton.edu

Oct. 18     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “There’s a Future in the Past: Leading a Repertory Orchestra/Band in the 21^st Century” presented by Vince Giordano, Grammy-winner, multi-instrumentalist and band leader. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 18     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks!” Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Oct. 21-Nov. 22     Art Exhibit: “Hudson River and Delaware Valley: Selections from the Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. Collection.” Hope Horn Gallery, Hyland Hall. Free during gallery hours. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Oct. 21    5:30 p.m. Schemel Forum with the Gail and Francis Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Collaborative Program. Myers Distinguished Visiting Fellow in the Humanities and Civic Engagement Lecture: “What Can a Body Do? How We Meet the Built World” presented by Sara Hendren, associate professor of art, design and architecture, Northeastern University. Heritage Room, Weinberg Memorial Library. Registration required. Free, courtesy of the Myers Fellowship. Reception follows. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 21     6:30 p.m. Scranton Stories: “Hispanic/Latinx Voices: Screening and Panel Discussion.” Main Auditorium, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, 525 Pine Street, Scranton. Free. Call 570-941-4419 or email daysi.carreto@scranton.edu.

Oct. 24    5 p.m. Ethics Across the Curriculum Speaker: “Beyond the 3Rs: How to Shift the Current Animal Research Paradigm” presented by Kathrin Herrmann. Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Free. Call 570-941-4700 or email sarah.kenehan@scranton.edu.

Oct. 24    7:30 p.m. Henry George Lecture: “Global Production and Innovation Networks: Consequences for Trade and Industrial Policy” presented by Marc Melitz, Ph.D., the David L. Wells Professor of Political Economy at Harvard University. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Free. Call 570-941-4048 or email janice.mecadon@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “Bridge Over Troubled Water: Harnessing the Power of Music, Art, and the Humanities for Better Health” presented by Olapeju Simoyan, M.D., professor of psychiatry, Drexel University College of Medicine. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25    5 p.m. Art Gallery Lecture: “Hudson River and Delaware Valley: Selections from the Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. Collection.” Pearn Auditorium, Brennan Hall. Reception follows at the Hope Horn Gallery. Free. Call 570-941-4214 or email darlene.miller-lanning@scranton.edu.

Oct. 25-27 and Nov. 1-3     8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. “Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike” presented by The University Players. Royal Theater, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. Ticket prices vary. Call 570-941-4318 or email players@scranton.edu.

Oct. 26     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Concert: The University of Scranton Jazz Band” with guest soloist Alvin Atkinson, drums. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

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Oct. 27    9 a.m. Open House for prospective students and their families. Various locations on campus. Registration required. Free. Call 888-SCRANTON or email admissions@scranton.edu.

Nov. 10    9 a.m. Open House for prospective students and their families. Various locations on campus. Registration required. Free. Call 888-SCRANTON or email admissions@scranton.edu.

Nov. 15     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Concert: The University of Scranton String Orchestra.” Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Nov. 16    5 p.m. Schemel Forum with the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Collaborative Program: Royden B. Davis, S.J., Distinguished Author Award Honors Brandy Schillache, Ph.D. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Nov. 19           7:30 p.m. Judaic Studies Institute Lecture: “Black Jews in America: Diversity and Identity” presented by Sholomo Levy, professor of history at Northampton Community College. PNC Auditorium, Loyola Science Center. Free. 570-941-7956 or marc.shapiro@scranton.edu.

Nov. 21     8:30 a.m. Data Science Day featuring programming tutorial, a keynote speaker and a data science competition for high school students. McIlhenny Ballroom, DeNaples Center. Registration required at https://scrantondatacontest.netlify.app/. Call 570-941-6486 or email joseph.klobusicky@scranton.edu.

Nov. 21     11:30 a.m. Schemel Forum’s World Affairs Luncheon Series: “Ancient Egypt in Pennsylvania: Excavations, Collections, and New Discoveries” presented by Joseph Wegner, Ph.D., professor of Egyptian archaeology; chair, department of Middle Eastern languages and cultures and curator, Egyptian section, Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania. Rose Room, Brennan Hall. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Nov. 21-23     8 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday. “Urinetown” presented by Liva Arts Company. The Royal Theater, McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. $5. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.livaartscompany.ludus.com or email livaartscompany@gmail.com. 

Nov. 23     7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “In Concert: The University of Scranton Symphonic Band.” Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Dec. 7     8 p.m. Performance Music: “57^th Annual Noel Night” featuring The University of Scranton Singers, String Orchestra and Chamber Ensembles. Houlihan-McLean Center. Free. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Dec. 11    7:30 p.m. Performance Music: “Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert.” Performance Music student musicians perform solo, duo, trio and small group renditions of a variety of Christmas favorites. Houlihan-McLean Center. Admission: one new unwrapped toy, new toiletry items or a monetary donation. Call 570-941-7624 or email music@scranton.edu.

Schemel Courses:

Tuesdays: Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1, 8   6 p.m. Schemel Forum Course: “Positive Psychology: A Scientific Primer on Happiness and Flourishing” presented by John C. Norcross, Ph.D., ABPP, Distinguished Professor and chair of psychology, The University of Scranton and Colleen M. Phillips, M.S., Lackawanna County Mental Health Court coordinator and adjunct psychology faculty, The University of Scranton. Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Thursdays: Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26 and Oct. 3, 10            6 p.m. Schemel Forum Course: “CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien: Christian Mythology in Literature and Film” presented by Sean Brennan, Ph.D., professor, department of history, The University of Scranton. Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

Wednesdays: Oct. 16, 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 13, 20      6 p.m. Schemel Forum Course: “From Caligari to Hitler: Cinema and Politics during the Weimar Republic 1918-1933” presented by Andrew LaZella, Ph.D., professor, department of philosophy, The University of Scranton. Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library. Registration required. Fees vary. Call 570-941-4740 or email schemelforum@scranton.edu.

The University of Scranton Department of Athletics is now accepting nominations for the Wall of Fame Class of 2025.

The University's Wall of Fame was founded in 1970 to honor former student-athletes, coaches, and administrators, as well as members of the local community, who have been instrumental in the development and success of the University's athletics programs.

For a former student-athlete to be eligible, at least 10 years must have passed since his or her class graduated from the University. Former student-athletes whose class graduated in 2015 or earlier are eligible for the Class of 2025.

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