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Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, met with presidents and senior officials at a dozen universities in Taiwan during his visit there in November. The trip was sponsored by Taiwan’s Ministry of Education in cooperation with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in New York.
Community
December 5, 2023

Scranton President Visits Universities in Taiwan

Taiwan’s Ministry of Education hosts Scranton delegation for meetings at a dozen universities to explore mutually beneficial partnerships.

More than 60 students actively learned about real-world business scenarios by participating in PwC’s Case Competition at Scranton in November.
Student
December 5, 2023

Students Participate in PwC Case Competition at Scranton

More than 60 students actively learned about real-world business scenarios by participating in PwC’s Case Competition at Scranton in November.

The Annual Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will take place Sunday, Dec. 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is open to the public and those attending are asked to bring a donation of either a new unwrapped toy, new toiletry items or a cash donation. All proceeds will directly benefit local families in need.
Community
December 5, 2023

Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert Set for Dec. 10

Audience member donations for admittance to the Empty Stocking Fund Benefit Concert will benefit local families in need this holiday season.

Harvard University professor and author Danielle Allen, Ph.D., spoke at the 2023 T. Linus Hoban Forum Lecture and humanities lecture, which formally concluded the Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story project. From left are: Matthew Meyer, Ph.D., professor of philosophy at the University, who served as moderator of the question and answer session of the lecture; Julie Schumacher Cohen, director of Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story project and the assistant vice president of community engagement and government affairs at the University, who provided the welcome at the talk; Dr. Allen; and John Mascelli, Esq., president of the Lackawanna Bar Association, who provided the introduction of speaker.
Community
November 30, 2023

Lecture by Acclaimed Author Concludes Scranton Story Project

Harvard professor and acclaimed author Danielle Allen, Ph.D., spoke at the “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project final event in November.

Nick Ripatrazone, author and culture editor of Image Journal, presented “The Habit of Poetry: The Literary Lives of Nuns in Mid-century America” at a recent Gail and Francis Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on campus.
Student
November 30, 2023

The Literary Lives of Nuns Discussed

Author and editor Nick Ripatrazone studies the relationship between nuns and poetry to acknowledge and remember an overlooked literary genre.

Robert C. Feenstra, Ph.D., the C. Bryan Cameron Distinguished Chair in International Economics at University of California (UC), Davis, presented “The ‘China Shock’ After 22 Years,” at The University of Scranton’s 37th Henry George Lecture. From left: John Ruddy, D.P.S., associate professor of economics and finance; Dr. Feenstra; Mark Higgins, Ph.D., dean of the Kania School of Management; and Iordanis Petsas, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Department of Economics and Finance.
Faculty
November 20, 2023

University Hosts 37th Henry George Lecture

Economist Robert Feenstra, Ph.D., presented The University of Scranton’s 37th Henry George Lecture.

The 56th annual Noel Night concert, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will take place Saturday, Dec. 2, at 8 p.m. at the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is open to the public, free of charge. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and a prelude will begin at 7:05 p.m.
Community
November 28, 2023

Noel Night Concert Set for Dec. 2

The 56th annual Noel Night concert featuring student Performance Music ensembles will include works sung in English, Chinese, Latin, Russian and Zulu.

University of Scranton student volunteers prepared 150 Thanksgiving food baskets for area families in need. The annual Thanksgiving Food Drive was organized by the University’s Center for Service and Social Justice
Student
November 21, 2023

University Holds Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive

One hundred fifty food baskets were provided to area families in need through the The University of Scranton’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.

Students representing The University of Scranton came in second place and third place in cyber security simulation student competition hosted by Endicott College in Massachusetts. From left,  members of the team that placed third, Jessica Sommo, Colin Straub and Brian Callery; members of the team that placed second, Frank Magistro, John McMonagle and Buse Onat; and Sinchul Back, Ph.D., assistant professor and director of cybercrime and cybersecurity at the University. All six students are majoring in cybercrime and homeland security at Scranton.
Student
November 27, 2023

Students Place Second and Third in Cyber Security Competition

Students majoring in cybercrime and homeland security placed second and third in a cyber security simulation student competition hosted by Endicott College in Massachusetts.

Margarete L. Zalon, Ph.D., professor emerita in the Department of Nursing at The University of Scranton, received the Sigma Theta Tau 2023 Capstone International Nursing Book Award for Nursing Excellence for the third edition of her book “Nurses Making Policy: From Bedside to Boardroom.”
Faculty
November 21, 2023

Professor Emerita Receives Excellence Award for Book

Professor emerita Margarete L. Zalon’s book received a 2023 International Book Award from Sigma Theta Tau.

University of Scranton students walk by the portraits of the Martyrs of El Salvador daily on the way to breakfast, lunch or dinner at the third-floor Fresh Food Company of the DeNaples Center.
Student
November 16, 2023

Scranton Remembers Martyrs of El Salvador

Remembrances dedicated to the Martyrs of El Salvador can be found throughout The University of Scranton campus.

For the fifth year, The Princeton Review has recognized The University of Scranton for its commitment to sustainability initiatives in its recently published 2024 “Guide to Green Colleges.” Earlier this year, Scranton has begun a seven-year journey to be recognized by the Vatican as a Laudato Si’ University, answering the Pope’s call to “care for our common home.” Pictured: University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., blesses the University’s Laudato Si’ banner at the plan announcement event in September.
Community
November 14, 2023

Scranton Makes Princeton Review Green College List

The Princeton Review included The University of Scranton among the 522 schools listed in its 2024 Guide to Green Colleges.

Local Women completed The University of Scranton Women’s Entrepreneurship Center StartUP Fall program offered by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Pictured, from left: Katelyn McManamon, special projects coordinator, SBDC; Arianna Taylor, WEC student intern from Philadelphia, who is majoring in entrepreneurship at Scranton; Olivia Clough, WEC student intern from Scranton, who is majoring in management at Scranton; Sara Wild; Regina Petrunich; Sophia Outar; Aileen Grasso; Amanda Matute; Colleen Kozubal; Yashi Patel, Scranton, WEC student intern and graduate student at Scranton; Ciara Higgins, WEC student intern from Lafayette Hill, who is majoring in business administration at Scranton; Zakiyyah Smith, business consultant, SBDC.
Community
November 14, 2023

Area Women Complete Business Startup Program

Area women complete a SBDC WEC certificate program designed to provide them with the skills and knowledge needed to start their own businesses.

In Concert: The University of Scranton String Orchestra with guest soloist Kako Miura Boga, violin, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will take place Saturday, Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is open to the public, free of charge.
Community
November 15, 2023

Violinist Kako Miura Boga To Perform Nov. 18

Acclaimed violinist Kako Miura Boga to perform at Nov. 18 Performance Music concert with The University of Scranton String Orchestra.

A crane positions a Skyhawk High Frequency antenna for installation to a 40-foot tower on the roof of the Loyola Science Center. The new antenna, as well as rooftop VHF/UHF satellite and microwave antennas will be used for a new student station for W3USR: The University of Scranton Amateur Radio Club, as well as for ongoing and future Ham Radio Science Citizen Investigation (HamSCI) research projects led by physics faculty member Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D.
Student
November 15, 2023

University Ham Radio Station Equipment Installed

Forty-foot antenna and equipment installation on the rooftop of Loyola Science Center give student Amateur Radio Club and HamSCI research new horizons.

Five University of Scranton students were named 2023 Sanofi Excellence in STEM Scholars.  Front row, from left: Fione Evans ’24 and Tabitha R. Berger ’24. Back row: Madelyne M. Gasper ’25 and Brian L. White ’25, Arissa J. Chambers ’25 was absent from photo.
Student
November 7, 2023

Students Named Sanofi Excellence in STEM Scholars

Five University of Scranton students named as Sanofi Excellence in STEM Scholars and received support for summer research projects.

Five University of Scranton students were named 2023 Sanofi Excellence in STEM Scholars.  Front row, from left: Fione Evans ’24 and Tabitha R. Berger ’24. Back row: Madelyne M. Gasper ’25 and Brian L. White ’25, Arissa J. Chambers ’25 was absent from photo.
Student
November 6, 2023

Author Discusses Book ‘A Molecule Away From Madness’

University of Pennsylvania clinical neurologist discusses research on how molecules function to help – or hurt – the human brain.

University of Scranton alumna Danielle Smallcomb ’93, intelligence analyst with the FBI, will return to campus for a Q and A with students on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 5 p.m. in the Pearn Auditorium of Brennan Hall.
Announcement
November 6, 2023

Q and A with FBI Intelligence Analyst Nov. 9

Scranton alumna Danielle Smallcomb ’93 will discuss her 20-plus year career at the FBI at a Q and A on campus Nov. 9.

Four University of Scranton student members of W3USR: The University of Scranton Amateur Radio Club participated in an emergency management drill in Luzerne County for the Susquehanna Steam Electric Station at the City of Nanticoke Emergency Operations Center. Front row, from left are James P. (JP) Fox, Gerard N. Piccini, and Stephen Salamon. In back row is Thomas J. Pisano.
Student
November 3, 2023

Students Learn Firsthand About Emergency Preparedness

Scranton computing sciences and physics and engineering students participated in a Luzerne County emergency management drill.

An art exhibit of Scranton’s Story: Our Nation’s Story oral histories and portraits of 25 Scranton residents will be on display at The University of Scranton’s Hope Horn Gallery as part of First Fridays in downtown Scranton Nov. 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. The reception is free of charge and open to the public. The exhibit includes videos of their personal narratives of their Scranton experience, along with their portraits taken by photographer Byron Maldonado. The exhibit premiered on Oct. 27 and will be on display in the Hope Horn Gallery during gallery hours through to Nov. 17. At the premiere are, from left: Mary Ann Savakinus, Lackawanna Historical Society; Byron Maldonado, photographer; Alejandra Marroquin, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and Lackawanna County Immigrant Inclusion Committee; Kimberly Crafton, Crafton Cultural Management and oral histories coordinator for Scranton Stories; Glynis Johns, Black Scranton Project; and Julie Schumacher Cohen, The University of Scranton and project director for Scranton Stories.
Community
November 2, 2023

Scranton Stories Displayed at Hope Horn Gallery Through Nov. 17

Scranton Stories portraits and oral histories exhibit of 25 Scranton residents tell a story of the city and nation on display as part of First Fridays Nov. 3 and through Nov. 17 during gallery hours.

From left: Frederikke M. Kristiansen; Dr. Jay Nathan; Ambassador Stig P. Piras; Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs at The University of Scranton; and George J. Aulisio, dean of the Weinberg Memorial Library at the University.
Community
November 2, 2023

University Hosts Nathan Lecture Oct. 26

The University of Scranton hosted the Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Lecture Series with Danish Ambassador and Cultural Diplomacy Advisor.

In Concert: The University of Scranton Symphonic Band, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, is set for Saturday, Nov. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center on campus. The concert is open to the public, free of charge.
Community
November 1, 2023

Symphonic Band Concert Set for Nov. 4

University Symphonic Band to perform works by Julie Giroux, Charles Ives, Philip Sparke, Frank Ticheli and others at Nov. 4 concert.

Thirteen elite members of The University of Scranton’s incoming class of 2027 entered its Magis Honors Program in STEM, one of the Jesuit school’s five programs of excellence. Picture from left: Front row, from left: Melania Peña, Caitlin Wilson, Daurys Ramírez De Jesus and Kathleen McKillop. Back row: Taryn Hummer, Callie Gorman, Daniel Olson, Andrew Mauriello and Eileen Hewitt. Absent from photo are Michael C. Allardyce, Jillian DelBalso, Maxwell J. Dombrowski and Jillian R. Lopez.
Student
October 25, 2023

Class of 2027 Students Begin Magis Honors Program

Thirteen members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2027 entered the Jesuit school’s Magis Honors Program in STEM.

Thirty-two elite members of The University of Scranton’s incoming class of 2027 enrolled in its Frank P. Corcione Business Honors Program, which is one of Scranton’s programs of excellence.
Student
October 25, 2023

Incoming Students Join Business Honors Program

Thirty-two members of The University of Scranton’s incoming class of 2027 entered the Frank P. Corcione Business Honors Program.

Dale Jamieson, Ph.D., an expert on contemporary climate change, presented the Myers Distinguished Visiting Fellow in the Humanities and Civic Engagement Lecture at The University of Scranton. From left: Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs; Sarah Kenehan, Ph.D., executive director of the University’s Gail and Francis Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities; George Aulisio, dean of the Weinberg Memorial Library; Dr. Jamieson; Sondra Myers; Dave Dzurec, Ph.D., interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; and Morey Myers.
Student
November 1, 2023

Living in the Anthropocene Discussed at Scranton

Speaker says resiliency will be key in coping with future environment at Myers Distinguished Visiting Fellow in the Humanities and Civic Engagement Lecture.

Harvard University professor and acclaimed author Danielle Allen, Ph.D., will present the Humanities and Hoban Lecture, “Who are We as a Nation? Educating for Democracy” at The University of Scranton on Thursday, Nov. 16. The lecture is the final event of the University’s two-year Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story project.
Community
November 1, 2023

Acclaimed Author to Discuss Who We Are as a Nation

Harvard professor and acclaimed author to speak at final event produced by “Scranton’s Story, Our Nation’s Story” project.

Catholic Choral Society of Scranton’s annual Generations Sing! Concert will take Sunday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center at The University of Scranton. The University’s Concert Choir, under the direction of Cheryl Y. Boga, will be among the choral groups performing at concert, which is open to the public, free of charge.
Community
November 2, 2023

Catholic Choral and University Concert Choir to Perform

University of Scranton to host Catholic Choral Society 75th anniversary season kick-off performance: Generations Sing!

At The University of Scranton’s 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability are, from left: William J. Cunningham, Ph.D., associate dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies; Rebecca S. Dalgin, Ph.D., professor of counseling and human services; Victoria Castellanos, Ph.D., dean of the Panuska College of Professional Studies; Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton; Edward Leahy, university benefactor and honorary chair of the conference; Lori A. Bruch, Ed.D, chair of the Department of Counseling and Human Services.
Community
October 31, 2023

Annual Conference on Disability Held at University

The University of Scranton’s 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability highlighted ability-focused advocacy.

The University of Scranton ranked No. 30 among “Master’s Universities” in the nation in a listing by Washington Monthly that seeks to assess a school’s contribution to the “public good” through its graduates’ achievements in research, social mobility and community and national service.
Community
October 25, 2023

Scranton Ranked No. 10 for Community and National Service

Ranking analyzes universities contribution to public good based on calculation of social mobility, research and public service of graduates.

University of Scranton students won first- and second-place medals in all three competitions that took place at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Student Activities Conference for a 14-state region and Washington D.C. Oct. 20-22.
Student
October 20, 2023

Engineering Students Take First- and Second-Place Medals

University of Scranton students finish in first or second place in all three events at regional, 14-state engineering competition.

The University of Scranton’s third annual Centurion Challenge attracted a record number of students. The event was hosted by the Tactical Fitness Club and Army ROTC.
Student
October 24, 2023

Students Rise to Centurion Fitness Challenge

The Centurion Challenge put University of Scranton students’ physical fitness to the test.

Robert C. Feenstra, Ph.D., the C. Bryan Cameron Distinguished Chair in International Economics at University of California (UC), Davis, will present “The ‘China Shock’ After 22 Years,” at The University of Scranton’s 37th Henry George Lecture on Thursday, Nov. 9. at 7:30 p.m. in the McIlhenny Ballroom of the DeNaples Center on campus. The lecture is free of charge and open to the public.
Community
October 21, 2023

China Shock Impact To Be Discussed at Henry George Lecture

Research that assesses the broader economic impact of the ‘China shock’ to be discussed at the University’s Henry George Lecture Nov. 9.

Students and faculty of The University of Scranton’s graduate nurse anesthetist program met with members of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate for a tour of Scranton’s state-of-the-art nursing facility.
Community
October 19, 2023

Students Lead Nursing Facility Tour for PA Legislators

Pennsylvania state legislators tour state-of-the-art nursing facility at Scranton and see “the incredible impact education can have on our community and beyond.”

A leading global figure in the field of comparative theology, Francis X. Clooney, S.J., received an honorary degree from The University of Scranton at the Jesuit school’s Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture.
Community
October 19, 2023

Francis X. Clooney, S.J., Awarded Honorary Degree

Harvard professor Francis X. Clooney, S.J., receives honorary degree at Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on Comparative Theology.

A $488,947 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), awarded to Vincent Farallo, Ph.D., assistant professor of biology at The University of Scranton, will allow for the participation of 30 or more undergraduate students, who will learn cutting-edge respirometry techniques as they research the physiology and chemical ecology of poison frogs.
Faculty
October 18, 2023

Professor Awarded Nearly Half-Million Dollar Grant

Biology faculty member’s six-figure National Science Foundation Grant will enable additional student-faculty research projects for years to come.

The University of Scranton held an interfaith our Prayer Service for Peace in the Holy Land on campus Oct. 17.
General
October 17, 2023

Interfaith Prayer Service for Peace Offered Oct. 17

University of Scranton joins with faithful across the world to offer prayers for peace in the Holy Land on Oct. 17.

The University of Scranton held an interfaith our Prayer Service for Peace in the Holy Land on campus Oct. 17.
Community
October 16, 2023

Students Offer Advice on Attending Open House

Current students give tips on attending The University of Scranton Open House events, which are set for Oct. 22 and Nov. 5 this year.

“Denmark: History. Culture. Economy.” will be presented at the Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar Lecture Series on Thursday, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m. in the PNC auditorium of the Loyola Science Center. The event, offered free of charge and open to the public, includes a panel discussion, musical performance and reception. Reservations are suggested.
Community
October 16, 2023

Denmark Discussed at Nathan Lecture Oct. 26

A panel discussion and musical performance will highlight Denmark’s history, economy and culture at the Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar Lecture Series.

In Concert: The University of Scranton Jazz Band with guest soloist Chris Lewis, tenor saxophone, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will take place Saturday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is open to the public, free of charge.
Community
October 16, 2023

Saxophonist Chris Lewis to Perform Oct. 28

Performance Music to present concert with guest artist, Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Chris Lewis and the University Jazz Band Oct. 28.

The University of Scranton announced events planned for November.
Community
October 12, 2023

November Events Planned at University

An award-winning violinist performance and an art exhibit portraying stories of Scranton residents are among the list of University events planned this November.

University of Scranton President Joseph G. Marina, S.J., sent “A Statement on the Violence in Israel and Gaza” to the University community.
General
October 11, 2023

A Statement on the Violence in Israel and Gaza

University of Scranton President Joseph G. Marina, S.J., sent “A Statement on the Violence in Israel and Gaza” to the University community.

Nine students from The University of Scranton’s class of 2027 have been awarded four-year, full-tuition Presidential Scholarships. Seated, from left, are: Presidential Scholar Matthew Rakauskas; Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton; and Presidential Scholar Caitlin Wilson. Standing are: Sarah Kenehan, Ph.D., executive director of the University’s Gail and Francis Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities; Presidential Scholars Tiffany He, Olivia Ulrich, Maria Vyzaniaris, Brian Repsher Jr., Andrew Mauriell, Jillian DelBalso and Jessieca Aguasin; and Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs.
Student
October 11, 2023

Scranton Names Class of 2027 Presidential Scholars

National merit scholars, valedictorians and salutatorians among The University of Scranton class of 2027 Presidential Scholarship recipients.

From left, Ana Monge and Jenny Gonzalez Monge are among the 33 individuals whose Scranton stories will premiere on Oct. 27 at an event at The University of Scranton. The premiere of Scranton’s Story: Our Nation’s Story collection of oral histories and portraits of Scranton residents will begin with a panel discussion at 5 p.m. in the Pearn Auditorium of Brennan Hall, followed by a portrait exhibit reception from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Hope Horn Gallery in Hyland Hall. The discussion and gallery reception are free of charge and open to the public.
Community
October 10, 2023

Stories of Scranton to Premiere Oct. 27

The Oct. 27 premiere of Scranton Stories will feature oral histories and portraits of 25 Scranton residents that tell a story of the city and nation.

University of Scranton engineering students discussed their summer internship and research experiences at prestigious international companies and cutting-edge scientific projects with other students on campus in September. From left: Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., assistant professor physics and engineering at The University of Scranton; Zainab Shah; Gerard Piccini; Mitchell Sporing; Thomas Pisano; Robert Brudnicki; John Nelson; and Evan Hromisin.
Student
October 6, 2023

Engineering Students Gain Valuable Experience This Summer

Scranton physics and engineering students gain experience through summer internship and research projects locally, across the U.S. and abroad.

The University of Scranton held a capping ceremony for members of its class of 2025 graduate nurse anesthetist program who completed the rigorous first-year academic course requirements of the program and now will begin the clinical rotation portion of the three-year master’s degree program. First row, seated, from left: Paulina Luong, Sarafina Alexandre, Paighton Martin, Nicole Perlik, Peter David Descallar, Kara Stage, Dan Bigatel, Rachel Sainte and Bilikisu Hassan. Standing: Emily Blunnie, Kylee Bushta, Thomas Magdelinskas, Peter Sidari, Michael Puello, Brandon Perrotte, Tommy Nguyen, Michael Rocco, Ridge Spackman, Dean Richards, Stephanie Russick, Katerine Somefun, Cheryl Rice, Juliana Okafor and Andriy Androshchuk.
Student
October 6, 2023

Future Nurse Anesthetists to Begin Clinical Rotations

The University of Scranton held a capping ceremony for members of its 2025 graduate nurse anesthetist program.

Distinguished academic scholar Zev Eleff, Ph.D., president of Gratz College, will present The University of Scranton’s Judaic Studies Institute Lecture, titled “Dyed in Crimson -- Football, Faith, Antisemitism, and the American Dream,” on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at 7:30 p.m., in the PNC Auditorium of the Loyola Science Center.
Community
October 6, 2023

Football, Faith, Antisemitism and the American Dream

“Dyed in Crimson – Football, Faith, Antisemitism and the American Dream” will be presented at the Judaic Studies Institute Lecture Oct. 31.

The Award-winning author of “Living Against the Grain: How to Make Decisions that Lead to an Authentic Life” spoke to students at The University of Scranton’s 2023 Ignatian Values in Action Lecture. From left: David Marx, Ph.D., associate provost of academic affairs; Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs; Maria Squire, Ph.D., interim associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; guest speaker Timothy Muldoon, Ph.D.; Robert Willenbrink, Ph.D., associate professor of English and theatre; and David Dzurec, Ph.D., interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Student
October 4, 2023

Award-winning Author Discusses Book

Living Against the Grain author Timothy Muldoon spoke to students at the Ignatian Values in Action Lecture on campus.

The Award-winning author of “Living Against the Grain: How to Make Decisions that Lead to an Authentic Life” spoke to students at The University of Scranton’s 2023 Ignatian Values in Action Lecture. From left: David Marx, Ph.D., associate provost of academic affairs; Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president of academic affairs; Maria Squire, Ph.D., interim associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; guest speaker Timothy Muldoon, Ph.D.; Robert Willenbrink, Ph.D., associate professor of English and theatre; and David Dzurec, Ph.D., interim dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Alumni
October 3, 2023

Scranton Alumna Dedicates Life to Optimistic Occupation

Martina Martin ’80 says The University of Scranton’s Socratic approach to education guided her on the path to her vocation and a lifetime of meaningful work in the global and local United Way system.

Ninety-nine percent of members of The University of Scranton’s undergraduate and 100 percent of its graduate classes of 2022 reported being successful in their career goal within 12 months of graduation, which includes employment, continuing education, military or volunteer service or taking a gap year.
Student
October 4, 2023

Survey Shows Career Goals Success of Class of 2022

Ninety-nine percent of the University’s class of 2022 graduates earning a bachelor’s degree were successful in obtaining their career goal.

University of Scranton appointed 22 new faculty members for the fall 2023 semester.
Faculty
October 3, 2023

University Appoints 22 New Faculty Members

The University has appointed 22 new full-time faculty members for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Prospective students and their families can learn about The University of Scranton’s academic majors, student activities and other programs and also tour campus at Open House events on Sunday, Oct. 22, and Sunday, Nov. 5.
Community
October 2, 2023

Open House Dates Set for Oct. 22 and Nov. 5

Prospective students can see all the The University of Scranton has to offer at Open House events on Oct. 22 and Nov. 5. Registration and tours begin at 9 a.m.

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: Cathy Fitzpatrick, grants and scholarships manager; Scranton Area Community Foundation; Hannah Grijincu, director of the Language Learning Center; The University of Scranton; Meg Hambrose, director of corporate and foundation relations; The University of Scranton; and Frank Caputo, grants and communications coordinator; Scranton Area Community
Community
September 28, 2023

Grant Supports University Community ESL Program

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

“In Recital: Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner, piano, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, will take place Saturday, Oct. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center. The concert is free of charge.
Community
September 28, 2023

Acclaimed Pianist to Perform Oct. 14

Performance Music to host piano recital by ‘gifted virtuoso’ and award-winning pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner Oct. 14.

Dale Jamieson, Ph.D., professor emeritus of environmental studies and director of the Center for Environmental and Animal Protection at New York University, and Tracie D. Hall, executive director of the American Library Association, will speak at The University of Scranton on Oct. 17 and Oct. 30, respectively, as part of the Schemel Forum’s collaborative programming.
Community
September 28, 2023

Compelling Talks Slated for Oct. 17 and 30

Lecture by environmental ethics and animal rights scholar and talk about book censorship by American Library Association executive director set in October.

The University of Scranton’s 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability, “Ability Focused Advocacy: Breaking Barriers to Achieving Careers and Independence,” will be held on Oct. 5 the McIlhenny Ballroom at the DeNaples Center. Co-director Jim LeBrecht will attend the conference and host an interactive viewing of his Academy Award-nominated film “Crip Camp” that will begin at 2:30 p.m. The conference is free of charge, however, registration is required to attend the conference.
Community
September 26, 2023

Annual U.S. Conference on Disability Set for Oct. 5

The 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability returns, in-person, with award-winning documentary director among presenters.

In answer to the call by Pope Francis to “Care for Our Common Home,” The University of Scranton unveiled its seven-year plan to become designated as a Laudato Si’ University by the Vatican at an event on campus on Sept. 19. Speaking at the event were, from left: Karla Shaffer, Student Government president and a senior political science major at Scranton; Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry and co-chair of the University’s Laudato Si’ Initiative; Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs and co-chair of the University’s Laudato Si’ Initiative; Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president; and Janice Voltzow, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Biology Department.
Community
September 27, 2023

Scranton Answers Pope’s Call to Care for Our Common Home

The University of Scranton begins a seven-year process for Vatican designation as a Laudato Si’ University.

A leading global figure in the field of comparative theology, Francis X. Clooney, S.J., the Parkman Professor of Divinity at Harvard University, will present “Hinduism, the Jesuit Tradition, and Comparative Theology,” at The University of Scranton’s Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture Thursday, Sept. 28. The lecture begins at 5 p.m. at the Moskovitz Theater in the DeNaples Center on campus.
Community
September 24, 2023

Leading Expert to Discuss Comparative Theology

Harvard professor Francis X. Clooney, S.J., to Give Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on Comparative Theology on Sept 28.

The University of Scranton long-time benefactors Patricia and Edward Leahy ’68, H’01 were awarded the President’s Medal at the A Fire That Kindles Other Fires Campaign black-tie gala on Sept 16. From left: Vincent Reilly ’80, chair of the University’s Board of Trustees and managing partner of Reilly, McDevitt and Henrich, P.C., Edward Leahy, and University of Scranton President Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J.
Community
September 19, 2023

Edward and Patricia Leahy Honored by University

The University of Scranton honored long-time benefactors Edward and Patricia Leahy with its President’s Medal.

U.S. News ranked Scranton No. 5 among “Best Regional Universities in the North” in its 2024 “Best Colleges” guide, marking the 30th consecutive year that Scranton was ranked in the top 10 universities in its category.
Community
September 18, 2023

Scranton Ranked in U.S. News Top 10 for 30 Years

U.S. News ranked The University of Scranton in the top 10 “Best Regional Universities in North” for the 30th consecutive year.

Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president of The University of Scranton, announced the start of the public phase of the $135 million “A Fire That Kindles Other Fires Campaign to Advance Mission, Access and Excellence,” the largest capital campaign in the University’s 135-year history, at a black-tie gala on campus Sept. 16.
Community
September 18, 2023

A Fire That Kindles Other Fires Campaign Announced

Scranton begins public phase of historic $135 million Fire that Kindles Other Fires campaign to advance mission, access and excellence.

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