University News

November 13, 2019

University Hosts Annual Henry George Lecture

University of Chicago professor Kevin M. Murphy discussed Human Capital, Inequality and Growth at the 34th annual Henry George Lecture.
November 13, 2019

Scranton ROTC Program Featured in AJCU Connections

The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities’ (AJCU) Nov. issue of Connections focuses on serving veterans at Jesuit institutions.

November 12, 2019

University Celebrates First-Gen Students

The University joined the National First-Generation College Celebration with an event on campus Nov. 8.
November 12, 2019

University Announces December Events

The following is a list of public University of Scranton events taking place during December 2019.

November 12, 2019

Faith and Politics Conversation Encouraged Nov. 18

The University will co-host with community partners a facilitated dialogue on Faith and Politics at the Scranton Cultural Center Nov. 18.

November 06, 2019

University Players to Perform Men on Boats

The University of Scranton Players will perform Men on Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus Nov. 15-17 and 22-24.
November 06, 2019

String Orchestra to Perform Nov. 15

Performance Music will present In Concert with the University’s String Orchestra Fri., Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m.
November 06, 2019

Professor Awarded $1.3 Million NSF Grant

Nathaniel Frissell, Ph.D., assistant professor of physics and electrical engineering, was awarded a highly-competitive $1.3 million NSF grant.

November 06, 2019

Concert to Celebrate 100th Birthday of Composer

Performance Music will present the Vaclav Nelhybel Centennial Concert Saturday, Nov. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center.

November 06, 2019

New Students Begin DBA Program at Scranton

The University welcomes its third cohort of students into the doctor of business administration (DBA) program.

November 04, 2019

University to Offer New Scholarship in Fall 2020

The University of Scranton announced the establishment the David F. St. Ledger ’56 Scholarship.
November 04, 2019

Panelists Consider Law, Autocracy and Democracy

Panelists discussing “How Can Law Address the Crisis of Democracy?” tackle autocracy, advocacy and the Constitution at a recent fellowship launch.
November 04, 2019

KSOM Alumni Faculty Research Cited

Four KSOM faculty members recently had their research featured by a professional CPA organization and cited by a state Supreme Court.

November 04, 2019

Scranton Named Among Standouts for Sustainability

Scranton recognized among the standouts for its exemplary commitments to sustainability in The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges.

October 29, 2019

Inaugural Humanities in Action Lecture Announced

Former chief of staff to President Obama, Denis McDonough, will present “From the White House to the Work Force” Nov. 13 on campus.
October 29, 2019

Sondra and Morey Myers Fellowship Established

The Sondra H’87 and Morey Myers H’12 Distinguished Fellowship in the Humanities and Civic Engagement is established at University.
October 29, 2019

Jazz Ensemble Concert Set for Nov. 2

Saxophonist and flautist Erica von Kleist will be the guest soloist at the University’s Jazz Ensemble Concert on Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m.

October 24, 2019

University Faculty Publish Books in Disciplines

University professors published books in the fields of counseling, nursing and history; and a book chapter in criminal justice.
October 24, 2019

Mechanical Engineering to be Offered at Scranton

The University has added a new major in mechanical engineering for the 2020-2021 academic year.

October 24, 2019

Holocaust Survivors to Speak at Nov. 12 Lecture

Twins Bernard and Henry Schanzer will discuss their Holocaust survival story in a presentation for the Judaic Studies Institute fall lecture.
October 22, 2019

Scranton Ranked Among Best in Nation for Quality

The University ranked among the best colleges in America that provide quality outcomes to students, according to College Factual.
October 20, 2019

Annual Conference Focuses on Autism

Exploring Autism Across the Spectrum: Building Inclusive Communities” was the focus of the Conference on disAbility held on Oct. 10.
October 17, 2019

Asian Moon Festival Interactive Concert Held

The University’s Asian Studies Program, the Asia Club and Asian Studies Honor Society hosted an Asian Moon Festival Interactive Concert.
October 17, 2019

Human Stories: Madeline Miller on Her Novel Circe

Madeline Miller, author of “Circe,” discussed her novel at the Royden B. Davis, S.J., Distinguished Author Award dinner on Oct. 5.

October 17, 2019

Annual PBC Dinner Celebrates Scranton at its Best

The President’s Business Council honored JoAnne and Carl Kuehner at the University’s 18th Annual Award Dinner Oct. 10 in New York City.
October 17, 2019

University Announces November Events

The following is a list of University of Scranton events taking place during November 2019.

October 10, 2019

Career Expo Hosts Record Number of Organizations

The University hosted more than 130 organizations at its biannual Career Expo for students from all majors.
October 10, 2019

Open House Set for Oct. 20 and Nov. 3

The University of Scranton Open House events are planned for Sunday, Oct. 20, and Sunday, Nov. 3. Campus tours begin at 9 a.m.
October 09, 2019

University Announces Additional October Events

The following is an additional list of University of Scranton events taking place during October 2019.
October 09, 2019

New Fellowship Honors Sondra and Morey Myers

The University will establish The Sondra H’87 and Morey Myers H’12 Distinguished Fellowship in the Humanities and Civic Engagement.

Featured Article

Human Stories: Madeline Miller on Her Novel Circe

By: Alexis Ward ’20, student correspondent
Madeline Miller, author of “Circe,” discussed her novel at the Royden B. Davis, S.J., Distinguished Author Award dinner on Oct. 5.
Alexis Ward ’20, Wysox, is an English, philosophy and Asian studies triple major and member of the Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program and the undergraduate Honors Program at The University of Scranton.
Alexis Ward ’20, Wysox, is an English, philosophy and Asian studies triple major and member of the Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program and the undergraduate Honors Program at The University of Scranton.

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