University News

October 28, 2020

Interactive Sessions Part of Virtual Open House

Prospective students and their families can interact with faculty, students and staff at the University’s virtual Open House on Nov. 1.

October 28, 2020

Applicants Given Flexibility for Competitive Majors

Flexibility is key for the University’s application process for competitive programs during the pandemic.

October 27, 2020

E.J. Dionne to Speak at Oct. 29 Schemel Forum

Political columnist E.J. Dionne, Jr., will speak at a virtual Schemel Forum World Affairs Seminar Thursday, Oct. 29, from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

October 26, 2020

Musicals Live During Pandemic Thanks to Liva Club

Student-run musical theater club uses creative ingenuity to hold events that bring members together safely during the pandemic.

October 23, 2020

Incoming Students Begin Business Honors Program

Eighteen members of the University’s class of 2024 enrolled in the four-year Business Honors Program.

October 21, 2020

Faculty Show Social Justice Can Be Taught

Operations and Information Management faculty publish research on outcomes of integrating social justice themes into business courses.

October 20, 2020

Scranton Names Class of 2024 Presidential Scholars

Thirteen students from The University of Scranton class of 2024 have been awarded four-year, full-tuition Presidential Scholarships.
October 20, 2020

Student Political Science Club Starts at Scranton

The 2020 Presidential Election is keeping student members of the new Political Science Club actively engaged in virtual discussions.

October 20, 2020

Three Receive President’s Medals at Virtual Event

The University’s President’s Business Council honored Margaret “Maggie” Quinn Mariotti, John R. Mariotti and Monsignor Joseph G. Quinn.

October 20, 2020

Professor Receives NSF Grant

Operations and Information Management Professor Ahmed Gomaa, Ph.D., was awarded a $50,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) grant.
October 20, 2020

Scranton among Best Colleges for Public Good

The University ranked among nation’s best for social mobility, research and service of graduates according to Washington Monthly.

October 20, 2020

University to Host High-tech Virtual Open Houses

The University of Scranton has planned two virtual Open House events (Oct. 18 and Nov. 1.) using a state-of-the-art technology platform.

October 20, 2020

Students Start Amateur Radio Club at Scranton

W3USR University of Scranton Amateur Radio Club is among the new student clubs and organizations that started this semester
October 20, 2020

Scranton Among Wall Street Journal’s Best Colleges

The Wall Street Journal and Times Higher Education ranked Scranton No. 92 in the nation for student engagement in its Best Colleges 2021.

October 20, 2020

On-Campus Instruction Resumes at Scranton

University of Scranton will resume in-person classes on Wednesday, Sept. 30, after a two-week pause.

October 20, 2020

Project Allows Students to Work with Real Client

Students in a social media communication class are working on a community-based learning project with the Scranton Area Community Foundation.

October 20, 2020

Schemel Forum Fall Courses Offered Via Zoom

Schemel Forum virtual fall courses will explore Latin American authors and the COVID-19 pandemic from a philosophical perspective.

October 20, 2020

SBDC Wins Center Excellence and Innovation Award

The University’s SBDC won the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Eastern Pennsylvania SBDC Excellence and Innovation Award.

October 20, 2020

University of Scranton Names Four New Trustees

The University of Scranton names four new members, including two alumni, to its board of trustees.

October 20, 2020

Katelyn McManamon Joins University of Scranton SBDC

Katelyn McManamon was named special projects coordinator for Scranton’s Small Business Development Center.

October 20, 2020

Conference on disAbility to be Virtual this Year

Autism spokesperson Dr. Temple Grandin will be the keynote speaker at the University’s virtual Conference on disAbility Oct. 6.
October 20, 2020

James Caffrey Granted Professional Certification

James L. Caffrey, associate vice president for facilities operations, named a Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP).
October 20, 2020

Schemel Forum to Host Virtual Seminars This Fall

The Schemel Forum’s virtual World Affairs Seminars will feature six renowned speakers on an array of timely, captivating topics.
October 20, 2020

University Announces Virtual Events for Fall

The following is a list of University of Scranton virtual events that are open to the public for fall 2020.

October 20, 2020

University Participates in PCN’s Election Coverage

Pennsylvania Cable Network’s (PCN) Election College Panel program from The University of Scranton will air Sept. 17 at 7 p.m.

October 20, 2020

American Academy of Nursing Fellow Named

Nursing professor Mary Jane Hanson, Ph.D., was named as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.

October 20, 2020

Planned October Commencement Events Cancelled

The University of Scranton cancelled its planned October commencement events for its class of 2020.

October 20, 2020

University to Celebrate Constitution Day

The University of Scranton will celebrate Constitution Day with a number of events on Sept. 17.

October 20, 2020

U.S. News Ranks Scranton No. 6 in 2021 Guidebook

U.S. News ranked Scranton among the top 10 ‘Best Regional Universities in North’ for 27th consecutive year.

October 20, 2020

President Pauses On-Campus Instruction for 2-weeks

University of Scranton President Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., announces classes will be conducted remotely for two-weeks.

Featured Article

How to Learn at Home

By: Catherine Johnson ’20, student correspondent
University students who were former homeschoolers offer tips for remote learning.
Catherine Johnson ’20, Scranton, is an English and philosophy double major and member of the Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program at The University of Scranton.
Catherine Johnson ’20, Scranton, is an English and philosophy double major and member of the Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program at The University of Scranton.

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