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The University of Scranton announced the winners of its Earth Day Essay Contest for students in grade 5. From left: University of Scranton students Amelia Farry, South Abington Township, and Nathaniel Smith, Wilkes-Barre; Earth Day Essay Contest medalists Griffin Maynor, All Saints Academy, Lila Tallo, All Saints Academy, Talia Lameo, All Saints Academy, and Liam Marante, All Saints Academy; and Mark Murphy, director of the Office of Sustainability at the University.
General
May 24, 2023

University Presents Earth Day Essay Contest Awards

Hundreds of area students in grades five to 12 participated in The University of Scranton’s Earth Day Essay Contest.

Members of the University of Scranton’s class of 2023 who participated in the Donning of the Stole Ceremony, include, outstanding academic and leadership achievement award recipients and many other highly-successful members of the University’s graduating class.
Student
May 23, 2023

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 2023.

The University of Scranton’s graduating class of 2023 named William Lambert, faculty specialist for occupational therapy, as Teacher of the Year. From left, Prof. Lambert and University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., at the Teacher of the Year award presentation at Class Night.
Faculty
May 23, 2023

Graduating Class of 2023 Names Teacher of the Year

The University of Scranton’s graduating class of 2023 named Occupational Therapy Faculty Specialist William Lambert as Teacher of the Year.

The University of Scranton recognized outstanding master’s and doctoral degree graduates at its 2023 graduate commencement events the weekend of May 19-21. Outstanding student award recipients from the Kania School of Management include, from left: Naushaba Khan Rasha, Scranton; Mary Kate Yatsonsky, Jefferson Township; Kimberly A. Stossel, East Stroudsburg; Laura B. Lamb, Oswego, New York; Christina F. Piscitelli, New City, New York; and Charles M. Csaszar, Hopewell Junction, New York.
Student
May 23, 2023

Outstanding Master’s and Doctoral Graduates Awarded

The University of Scranton recognized outstanding master’s and doctoral degree graduates at its 2023 commencement events.

Sixty-two members of The University of Scranton’s undergraduate class of 2023 were recognized for academic excellence, service or both at Class Night on May 19. Students with the highest GPA in each of the University’s three undergraduate colleges were presented Frank J. O’Hara Awards for General Academic Excellence. From left: Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton; Dominic G. Finan, O’Hara Award recipient for the College of Arts and Sciences; Kevin P. Duffy, O’Hara Award recipient for the Kania School of Management Rosa M. Azzato, O’Hara Award recipient for the Panuska College of Professional Studies; and Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Cassandra K. Haw, O’Hara Award recipient for the Panuska College of Professional Studies, was absent from the photo.
Student
May 23, 2023

Outstanding Graduates Recognized at Class Night

University of Scranton class of 2023 graduates were recognized for academic excellence, leadership and service at Class Night.

At the ceremony, the University conferred its first doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in accounting degrees. Andrew Gregorowicz of Jessup (right) receives his Ph.D. degree from University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J.
Student
May 23, 2023

University Confers Master’s and Doctoral Degrees

The University of Scranton conferred more than 500 master’s and doctoral degrees at its graduate commencement ceremony May 21.

At the ceremony, the University conferred its first doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in accounting degrees. Andrew Gregorowicz of Jessup (right) receives his Ph.D. degree from University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J.
Student
May 23, 2023

Scranton Holds Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony

The University of Scranton conferred more than 850 bachelor’s degrees at its undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 21.

The University of Scranton will confer more than 1,350 undergraduate and graduate degrees at two commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 21.
Student
May 19, 2023

Quick Facts: Commencement 2023

Quick facts about The University of Scranton’s class of 2023 commencement.

Three University of Scranton students were selected for national Common Home Corps program. From left: Thomas Elias ’24, a philosophy and theology and religious studies double major from Tunkhannock; Grace Lennox ’26, a political science and philosophy double major from Peckville; and Davida Padi ’25, a social media strategies major from Parsippany, New Jersey (photo insert).
Student
May 16, 2023

Three Students to Become Common Home Corps Leaders

Three University of Scranton students were selected to join the national Common Home Corps program.

Eighteen University of Scranton students participated as mentors to 26 high school students through the Meg Cullen-Brown SMART Program. The University’s Center for Service and Social Justice runs the six-week mentoring program that pairs University students with students from Scranton and West Scranton high schools.
Student
May 16, 2023

Students Complete SMART Mentoring Program

Twenty-six area high school students complete Meg Cullen-Brown SMART mentoring program with University of Scranton student mentors.

It seems like only yesterday when the class of 2023 banner welcomed incoming students and families to campus. The University of Scranton will celebrate members of its class of 2023 at several commencement events planned May 19-21.
Student
May 16, 2023

Commencement Events Scheduled for Class of 2023

The University of Scranton will host numerous events to celebrate its class of 2023 May 19-21.

Hundreds of University of Scranton students were recognized for their academic achievements through inductions into national honor societies during the 2023 spring semester.
Student
May 15, 2023

Students Inducted into National Honor Societies

Hundreds of University of Scranton students were inducted into national honor societies during the 2023 spring semester.

University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., speaks at the Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Seventy-one University of Scranton students were inducted into the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities.
Student
May 15, 2023

Students Inducted into Jesuit Honor Society

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

University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., congratulates Christian S. Krokus, Ph.D., professor of theology and religious studies, on receiving the 2023 Gannon Award for Teaching. University student members of Alpha Sigma Nu, the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities, select the professor to be honored.
Faculty
May 15, 2023

Alpha Sigma Nu Students Name Teacher of the Year

Student members of the National Jesuit Honor Society named Theology Professor Christian Krokus, Ph.D., the 2023 Teacher of the Year.

Five area high school students were the finalists in The University of Scranton’s 2023 Math Integration Bee held on campus in April. From left are: Stacey Muir, Ph.D., professor of mathematics at The University of Scranton; and finalists Angela Zeng, Abington Heights High School; Sai Ghatti, Abington Heights High School; Noah Beckish, North Pocono High School; Daniel Martinez, Pocono Mountain West High School; and Andrew Sutton, Central Columbia High School, who won the contest; and Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton.
Community
May 11, 2023

Math Integration Bee Finalists Announced

Finalists and winner of The University of Scranton Math Integration Bee high school competition is announced.

The University of Scranton hosted the 21st annual Northeast PA Brain Bee for high school students on campus. The competition, offered free of charge to participants, is sponsored by the Neuroscience Program at the University and the Scranton Neuroscience Society.
Community
May 11, 2023

Winners of 2023 Brain Bee Competition Announced

The University of Scranton hosted the 21st Annual Northeast PA Brain Bee for high school students sponsored by the Neuroscience Program.

Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry at The University of Scranton, published a digital primer titled “Spectroscopic and Chemometric Techniques for Pharmaceutical Applications” through the American Chemical Society (ACS).
Faculty
May 9, 2023

Professor Publishes Primer on Chemometrics

University of Scranton chemistry faculty member Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., published an American Chemical Society digital primer.

Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry at The University of Scranton, published a digital primer titled “Spectroscopic and Chemometric Techniques for Pharmaceutical Applications” through the American Chemical Society (ACS).
Community
May 8, 2023

Nearly 200 High School Students Test Physics Skills

University hosts its annual Hayes Science Competition for High School Physics and Engineering Students.

Students representing The University of Scranton came in first place and second place in the Cyber Forensic Student Competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance. From left are, members of the team that placed second: Jessica Sommo, Commack, New York; Frank Magistro III, Hawley; and John A. McMonagle, Philadelphia; Sinchul Back, Ph.D., assistant professor and director of cybercrime and cybersecurity at the University; and members of the team that placed first: Bradley W. Rausch Sr., Byram Township, New Jersey; Emilia R. Tobey, Scotch Plains, New Jersey; and Andrew Cupo, West Orange, New Jersey.
Student
May 5, 2023

Students Win First and Second Place in Cyber Forensic Competition

For third consecutive year, University of Scranton students won the national Cyber Forensic Student Competition sponsored by the DOJ.

University of Scranton sophomore and ROTC cadet Taegan Mills, Montrose, received the President’s Volunteer Service Award Bronze Medal in recognition of her volunteer service. From left are Lauren Rivera, J.D., M.Ed., vice president for student life; President’s Volunteer Service Award medalist Taegan Mills; and Barbara King, coordinator for student life.
Student
May 5, 2023

Student Recognized for Volunteer Service

University of Scranton sophomore Taegan Mills earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award Bronze Medal.

University of Scranton sophomore and ROTC cadet Taegan Mills, Montrose, received the President’s Volunteer Service Award Bronze Medal in recognition of her volunteer service. From left are Lauren Rivera, J.D., M.Ed., vice president for student life; President’s Volunteer Service Award medalist Taegan Mills; and Barbara King, coordinator for student life.
Student
May 5, 2023

The Future of Food Analyzed with Nicole Negowetti

Plant-based food executive calls on individuals to change eating habits and take part in reforming the food system.

Lauren S. Rivera, J.D., M.Ed., has been named vice president for student life and dean of students at The University of Scranton, effective May 1, 2023.
Staff
May 3, 2023

Vice President for Student Life Named

Lauren S. Rivera, J.D., M.Ed., has been named vice president for student life and dean of students at The University of Scranton.

From left: Marc Shapiro, Ph.D., professor of theology/religious studies and the Weinberg Chair of Judaic Studies at the University; guest speaker David N. Myers, Ph.D., distinguished professor of history, Sady and Ludwig Kahn Chair in Jewish History, and director of the Luskin Center for History and Policy at UCLA; and Sondra Myers, director of the University’s Schemel Forum.
Community
May 5, 2023

Schemel Forum Collaborative Lecture Held

An American town populated entirely by Satmar Hasidic Jews discussed at the Schemel Forum and Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute lecture.

Nearly 100 students participated in The University of Scranton’s Celebration of Student Scholars. Among the students presenting research were, from left, undergraduate students Zoe Honney, Scranton; Andrew Fernandez, Basking Ridge, New Jersey; and Jessica Sommo, Commack, New York; with faculty mentor Sinchul Back, Ph.D., assistant professor of criminal justice, cybersecurity and sociology.
Student
May 3, 2023

Student Scholars Celebrated at Scranton

Nearly 100 students presented 80 research projects at The University of Scranton’s Celebration of Student Scholars.

Fortune ranked The University of Scranton’s online Master of Accountancy program No. 9 in the nation in its 2023 ranking of the “Best Online Master’s Degree Programs in Accounting,” published on Apr. 28.
Community
May 2, 2023

Online Accounting Master Degree Ranked 9 in U.S.

The University of Scranton’s Online Master of Accountancy Degree was ranked No. 9 in the nation by Fortune.

A newly-published national ranking by teachercertification.com that listed colleges that produced the highest-earning teachers three-years after earning their undergraduate degrees placed The University of Scranton at No. 8 in the country.
Student
May 2, 2023

Earnings of Teacher Graduates Placed 8 in U.S.

A national ranking of colleges that have produced the highest-earning early career teachers placed Scranton at No. 8 in the country.

The University of Scranton will bestow honorary degree upon Judee M. Bavaria ’G72, former co-chair of the University’s Board of Trustees and retired president emeritus of Presby’s Inspired Life; James M. Murray II, Ph.D. ’90, chief security officer for Snap, Inc., and former director of the United States Secret Service; and James M. Slattery ’86, former chair of the University’s Board of Trustees and chief operating officer of North America for Melrose PLC, at its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 21.
Student
May 2, 2023

Three Alumni to Receive Honorary Degrees

The University will bestow honorary degrees upon three alumni at its 2023 undergraduate commencement ceremony May 21.

The University of Scranton will bestow honorary degree upon Judee M. Bavaria ’G72, former co-chair of the University’s Board of Trustees and retired president emeritus of Presby’s Inspired Life; James M. Murray II, Ph.D. ’90, chief security officer for Snap, Inc., and former director of the United States Secret Service; and James M. Slattery ’86, former chair of the University’s Board of Trustees and chief operating officer of North America for Melrose PLC, at its undergraduate commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 21.
Student
May 1, 2023

Alumnae Discuss Early Years of Coeducation at Scranton

University hosts panel discussion with three women who were full-time students in the 1970s as part of the 50th anniversary of coeducation celebration.

From left: Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs; Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry; guest performer and speaker Tony Alonso; Alejandra Marroquin, Scranton Immigrant Inclusion Committee co-chair and Julie Schumacher Cohen, assistant vice president of community engagement and government affairs.
Community
April 27, 2023

Scranton’s Story Celebrated with Latin Grammy-Nominee

Latin Grammy-nominated composer Tony Alonso performed at The University of Scranton’s “Scranton’s Story” event in April.

The University of Scranton announced events planned for May 2023.
General
April 25, 2023

May Events Planned at University

The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for May 2023.

The 40th annual World Premiere Composition Series Concert, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will feature two new commissioned works by Philip Kuehn, an accomplished and experienced music educator, bassist, composer, arranger, author and transcriptionist who serves as the conductor and co-director of Performance Music at Scranton. The concert will take place Saturday, May 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is free of charge.
Community
April 25, 2023

University’s World Premiere Concert Set for May 6

Philip Kuehn, conductor and co-director of Performance Music, is the featured composer at the 40th Annual World Premiere Concert.

Pictured at the exhibit opening reception are, from left: Adam Ruane, West Scranton High School; Ryan Hnat, West Scranton High School; Carol Clearly, Scranton School District School Board member; Lori Ryan, local artist.
Community
April 24, 2023

Local High School Students Art Displayed

The University’s Hope Horn Gallery hosted a post-COVID art exhibition from West Scranton and Scranton High School students.

In answer to the call by Pope Francis to “Care for Our Common Home,” The University of Scranton has begun an intensive seven-year journey to become designated as a Laudato Si’ University by the Vatican.
Community
April 25, 2023

University Answers Call of Pope to Care for Our Common Home

The University of Scranton begins seven-year process for Vatican designation of essential and extensive sustainability efforts.

University of Scranton alumnus James M. Murray II, Ph.D. ’90, chief security officer for Snap, Inc., and former director of the United States Secret Service, will serve as the principal speaker at the University’s undergraduate commencement ceremony on May 21. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre.
Student
April 19, 2023

James M. Murray II to Speak at 2023 Commencement

Chief security officer for Snap, Inc., and former director of the U. S. Secret Service to deliver the principal address at Commencement.

U.S. News & World Report ranked The University of Scranton’s MBA Specialty in accounting No. 14 in the nation, in its 2023-2024 edition of “Best Graduate Schools,” published online on April 18. U.S. News also ranked several other Scranton programs among the best in the nation.
Faculty
April 25, 2023

Graduate Programs Ranked Among Best by U.S. News

Four University of Scranton graduate programs ranked in the top 50 nationally in U.S. News 2023-2024 Best Graduate Schools.

Eight University of Scranton students have advanced to the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, June 22 to 25. Pictured at FBLA’s state competition are, from left: Chaz DellaCorte, Todd Monahan, Gregory Confessore, Colin Merriman, Michael Castellino, Alyssa Fontana, Lamar Bishop and Joseph DeFeo.
Student
April 12, 2023

Students Advance to FBLA National Competition

Eight students qualified for the FBLA National Leadership Conference through strong performance at the FBLA State Leadership Conference.

A concert featuring The University of Scranton Jazz Band and Saxophone Ensemble with special guest Leigh Pilzer, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will take place Saturday, April 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is free of charge.
Community
April 11, 2023

Leigh Pilzer to Perform April 15 at University

Guest baritone and bass saxophonist Leigh Pilzer will perform with the University Jazz Band and Saxophone Ensemble Saturday, April 15.

The University of Scranton will host its annual Evening of Environmental Science on Thursday, Apr. 20, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the atrium of the Loyola Science Center. Winners of the Earth Day Essay Contest for students in grades 5 through 12 will be announced at the event.
Community
April 11, 2023

Evening of Environmental Science Set for April 20

The Evening of Environmental Science will showcase the nearly 200 Earth Day Essays received from area middle and high school students.

From left: Ryan Sheehan, J.D., assistant director of the University’s Jesuit Center; Thomas Elias, student body vice president and a philosophy and theology major from Tunkhannock; guest speaker and Arrupe Award recipient Sister Nathalie Becquart; Father Marina, president; Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs; and Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministries, Clara Downey, student body president and a political science and public policy and service major from Easthampton, Massachusetts; Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs; and Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministries.
Community
April 11, 2023

Sister Nathalie Becquart Receives Arrupe Award

The University of Scranton hosted a lecture with Sister Nathalie Becquart, XMCJ, the highest-ranking woman official at the Vatican.

From left: Christian Krokus, Ph.D., professor of theology and religious studies at The University of Scranton, who served as the session’s co-organizer and moderator; Rev. Rebecca Barnes, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church; Sister Donna Korba, Sisters of IHM; Sahar Al-Masri, Islamic Center of Scranton; University graduate Shivani Patel, BAPS Hindu Mandir; Rabbi Miriam Spitzer, Temple Israel; and University student Maria Stephen, Huntingdon Valley. session co-organizer.
Faculty
April 6, 2023

Ellacuria Initiative Teach-In Held at University

The University of Scranton hosted a day-long “Ellacuría Initiative: Women’s and Gender Justice Teach-In” in March.

Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry at The University of Scranton, was selected to the highly-competitive U.S. Department of Energy’s Visiting Faculty Program.
Faculty
April 5, 2023

Chemistry Professor Wins DOE Faculty Award

Chemistry faculty member Gerard Dumancas, Ph.D., selected to Visiting Faculty Program by the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science.

“Pyrrhic Defeat: A Visual Study of Mass Incarceration” by Mark Loughney will be shown at the Hope Horn Gallery at The University of Scranton from April 21 through May 12. The installation will open with a Panel Discussion on April 21 at 5 p.m. in Brennan Hall, followed by a Gallery Reception at 6 p.m. at the gallery. A second Gallery Reception will be held for First Friday on May 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. Pictured is "Pyrrhic Defeat: A Visual Study of Mass Incarceration," (2014-2023) by Mark Loughney,
Community
April 5, 2023

Visual Study of Mass Incarceration Presented

'Pyrrhic Defeat: A Visual Study of Mass Incarceration' by Mark Loughney will be presented at The Hope Horn Gallery April 21 to May 12.

Sandra E. Black, Ph.D., will present “Where Does Wealth Come From?” at The University of Scranton’s 28th Henry George Seminar on Thursday, April 20, at 4 p.m. in the McIlhenny Ballroom of the DeNaples Center on campus. The lecture is free of charge and open to the public.
Community
April 5, 2023

Roots of Wealth Discussed at Henry George Seminar

Economist whose research focuses on the role of early life experiences on the long-term outcomes to discuss where wealth comes from April 20.

The 2023 Math Integration Bee for area high school students is planned for Thursday, April 27, beginning at 4:15 p.m. in the McIlhenny Ballroom of the DeNaples Center at The University of Scranton. The competition is offered free of charge and registration is required to participate.
General
March 31, 2023

Bee Scranton’s Next Integration Champion

The University of Scranton will host a free Math Integration Bee for area high school students on April 27.

Members of the Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) attended the Ham Radio Science Citizen Investigation (HamSCI) Workshop 2023 at The University of Scranton. Physics professor Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., received a $196,241 grant from ARDC for a new, state-of-the-art ham radio station, which will be located in the glass-walled study room 596 on the fifth floor of the Loyola Science Center. From left: Rosy Schechter, executive director of ARDC; Dr. Frissell; and Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs.
Faculty
March 28, 2023

ARDC Grant Supports University Ham Radio Station

Physics professor Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., received a $196,241 grant from Amateur Radio Digital Communications for a new ham radio station.

Images of Kentucky, St. Louis, Missouri, and Los Angeles, California on a background
Student
March 28, 2023

Students Travel US for Spring Break Service Trips

University of Scranton students participate in spring break service trips to Kentucky, Missouri and California.

A recital featuring Mikaela Bennett, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, is set for Sunday, Apr. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is free of charge.
Community
March 28, 2023

Soprano Mikaela Bennett to Perform April 2

Soprano Mikaela Bennett will perform Sunday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. at The University of Scranton’s Houlihan-McLean Center.

More than 120 businesses, colleges and other organizations will be on campus seeking candidates for employment, internships, service and graduate school, presenting opportunities for students and alumni of all majors at The University of Scranton’s Career Expo on Thursday, March 30, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Byron Recreation Complex.
Student
March 28, 2023

Spring Career Expo to Host 120-Plus Organizations

More than 120 organizations will participate in The University of Scranton’s Spring Career Expo for students and alumni on March 30.

The Scranton Area Community Foundation awarded a $2,000 critical needs grant to support The University of Scranton Community English as a Second Language (ESL) Program. The grant will be used to purchase textbooks and workbooks to expand the capacity and improve the quality of the program through audio and video content, as well as reading and writing exercises. From left: Ensaf Gaber and University of Scranton graduate Hinkish Dhakal ’19, G’22.
Community
March 28, 2023

Grant Supports University Community ESL Program

University receives Scranton Area Community Foundation critical needs grant to support ESL Program.

Margarete L. Zalon, Ph.D., professor emerita in the Department of Nursing at The University of Scranton, received a second place 2022 American Journal of Nursing (AJN) Book of the Year Award in the Nursing Management and Leadership category for the third edition of her book “Nurses Making Policy: From Bedside to Boardroom.”
Faculty
March 24, 2023

Book by Nursing Professor Wins Award

Professor emerita Margarete L. Zalon’s book won a second place 2022 American Journal of Nursing (AJN) Book of the Year Award.

The University of Scranton hosted the sixth annual HamSCI Workshop 2023 for amateur radio enthusiasts and professional scientists March 17-18. From left are: Tai-Yin Huang, Ph.D., aeronomy program director for the National Science Foundation; Esayas Shume, Ph.D., Heliophysics Division Program scientist at NASA Headquarters; Patricia Reiff, Ph.D., (W5TAR) professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Rice University and founding director of the Rice Space Institute; Bob Inderbitzen, director of marketing and innovation The National Association for Amateur Radio (, ARRL); Rosy Schechter, (KJ7RYV) executive director of the Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC); Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., (W2NAF) assistant professor of physics and engineering at The University of Scranton and HamSCI lead; Jesse Alexander, (WB2IFS) Ham Radio Project lead at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO); and Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs at The University of Scranton.
Student
March 24, 2023

Students and Faculty Present at HamSCI Workshop

The University of Scranton students and faculty presented at the sixth annual HamSCI Workshop 2023 on March 17-18.

A recital featuring the Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos Trio, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, is planned for Saturday, Mar. 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center, in addition to a Masterclass for brass players that will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. (Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by a parent.) Both the concert and masterclass are free of charge.
Community
March 23, 2023

Members of Canadian Brass to Perform March 25

Caleb Hudson and Achilles Liarmakopoulos, members of Canadian Brass, will perform March 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan McLean Center.

COVID Montage, a mixed media piece by Chris Carpio and Kate Gilgallon is among the works that will be on display for the exhibition titled “Post COVID: Art by Students for the Scranton School District” at The University of Scranton’s Hope Horn Gallery in Hyland Hall. The exhibition runs through to April 14 and can be viewed free of charge during gallery hours.
Community
March 19, 2023

High School Students Exhibit Post-Covid Art

West Scranton and Scranton High School Student Exhibition of post-COVID art is on display at The Hope Horn Gallery on campus.

An article written by Amanda S. Marcy, D.B.A., assistant professor of accounting at The University of Scranton, and Ronald Douglas Parker, D.B.A., assistant professor of accounting at Western Carolina University, both graduates of Scranton’s DBA program, received the 2023 Curt Verschoor Ethics Feature of the Year Award from the Institute of Management Accountants’ Committee on Ethics and Strategic Finance. This is the second-time Dr. Marcy has received this national award.
Faculty
March 21, 2023

Professor Wins Second Accounting Ethics Award

A research article that demonstrates the value of civility in the workplace wins national Institute of Management Accountants ethics award.

The University of Scranton will host numerous educational events in recognition of Earth Day and Scranton’s ongoing sustainability efforts. Most of the events, which run in March, April and May, are offered free of charge and are open to the public.
Community
March 21, 2023

Sustainability in Full Swing at Scranton

The University of Scranton will host a stream of events in March, April and May in recognition of Earth Day and sustainability.

The University of Scranton will host numerous educational events in recognition of Earth Day and Scranton’s ongoing sustainability efforts. Most of the events, which run in March, April and May, are offered free of charge and are open to the public.
Student
March 21, 2023

Salary Negotiation Workshop

Salary Negotiation Workshop helps women overcome the wage gap by training them how to properly advocate for themselves during their careers.

The University of Scranton announced events planned for April 2023.
Community
March 20, 2023

April Events Planned at University

The following is a list of University of Scranton events planned for April 2023.

The University of Scranton will host its second annual Conference on Ethics and Excellence in Public Service on Saturday, April 1, in Brennan Hall. Reservations are required to attend the half-day conference offered by the University’s Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service (CEEPS).
Community
March 16, 2023

Public Service Ethics and Excellence Conference

The University will host the second annual Conference on Ethics and Excellence in Public Service on campus on April 1.

Sixty-five graduate and undergraduate students, faculty and staff at The University of Scranton received Women of Vision and Courage Awards on International Women’s Day (Mar. 8) at a ceremony on campus. The award recognized women on campus for their hard work, dedication and commitment to the University.
Community
March 15, 2023

Women of Vision and Courage Awards Presented

The University of Scranton honored 65 women of vision and courage with awards on International Women’s Day. 

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