News Articles 2011
December
- Nine University of Scranton Students Named Scholars in Service
- Multicultural Exhibit Featured at Area Children’s Museum
- The University of Scranton to Conduct Financial Aid Workshop
- Ready to Run Conference Prepares Women to Enter Politics
- University Community Donates Hundreds of Gifts to Those in Need This Christmas
- University Plans Christmas Day Breakfast for Community
- University Community Donates Thousands of Children’s Books This Christmas
- UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON JANUARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
- The University of Scranton Targets Students with ‘Shop Scranton, Shop Local’
- University Announces Class of 2015 Presidential Scholars
- Ready to Run Changing the Landscape of Regional Politics
- Book by Scranton’s Sondra Myers Featured in Rwanda
- Seventeen University of Scranton Faculty Receive Promotions
November
- University of Scranton Performance Gift to Community
- The University of Scranton Establishes The Jesuit Center
- Dedication of Pilarz Hall
- University Dedicates Building in Honor of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J.
- Apartment and fitness complex on Mulberry Street
- Community Asked to Support Student Aid
- Award-Winning Author Discusses ‘Being Young and Arab in America’
- The University of Scranton Names Three New Trustees
- University of Scranton Symphonic Band Set to Perform Saturday
- University Announces December Calendar of Events
- The University of Scranton Plans Political Engagement Week
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October
- Subject of ‘A Beautiful Mind’ and Nobel Laureate to Talk at Scranton
- Economist, Co-author of ‘Why Nations Fail’ to Speak at Scranton
- Listing Ranks Scranton Among Nation’s Top Producers of Fulbright Students
- Emmy Award-winning Journalist to Speak at Scranton’s Diversity Fair
- Jewish POW in Nazi Germany to Lecture at The University of Scranton
- Students Provide ‘Food for Thought’ to Commemorate National Food Day
- Dominick Farinacci to Perform with The University of Scranton Jazz Band
- Housing Crisis, Idea of Home Come Together in Art Gallery Exhibition
- The University of Scranton Opens Fitness Center on Mulberry Street
- Film Festival Exposes Rebellion Behind Iron Curtain
- The Princeton Review Lists Scranton Among ‘Best 294 Business Schools’
- University Announces November Calendar of Events
- Mulberry Street Improvement Project Enters Its Final Phase
- Bus Excursion Discovers Art, History and Future of Newark
- disAbility Conference Celebrates 10th Year
- First Woman to Receive President’s Medal
- University of Scranton Appoints New Faculty Members
- Law, Medical and Graduate School Fair Planned for Area Residents
September
- University Announces October Calendar of Events
- University of Scranton Asian Studies Concentration Receives Pennsylvania’s K-16 Collaboration Award
- Scranton Student Leaders Discover Their Roles and Themselves at the Royal Summit
- Grigorescu Named Director of Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence at The University of Scranton
- New York Trumpet Ensemble Scheduled to Perform at The University of Scranton
- Tenth Annual President’s Business Council Dinner Honors Mary Beth Farrell
- Scranton disAbility Conference Celebrates a Decade of Impact and Growth
- Collaboration and Learning Part of Summer Vacation at Scranton
- The University of Scranton Inaugurates Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., as President
- Quick Facts: The Inauguration Ceremony of Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., as The University of Scranton’s 25th President
- U.S. News Ranks The University of Scranton in Top 10 Best Regional Universities
- A Celebration of Service Begins Weeklong Series of Inauguration Events
- Gift to The University of Scranton Supports Scholarship and Lecture
- University of Scranton Faculty Awarded Summer Grants
- Nine University of Scranton Students Receive Summer Research Awards
- The University of Scranton Nationally Ranked Among Service-Oriented Colleges
- University Announces Fall Calendar of Events
- Workshop Teaches Students About Taiwanese and Chinese Music, Culture
August
- Science Center Places Science Education in Plain View
- Loyola Science Center Quick Facts
- Inauguration Lecture Examines ‘Making Human Rights and Religious Friends’
- Fall Welcome, Move-in Update – Friday Afternoon
- RAs Rave About Downtown Scranton
- Fall Welcome, Move-in Update
- Taiwanese Chamber Music Concert Illustrates Interdependence
- ‘FIRST’ University of Scranton Freshmen Arrive to Volunteer
- The University to Welcome Largest Incoming Class in its History
- disAbility Conference at The University of Scranton Promotes Opportunities for Life
- University of Scranton Plans Inauguration for its 25th President
- University Announces September Calendar of Events
- Taiwanese Photographers’ Views of Homeland Featured in Art Gallery Exhibit
- Appetizing World Affairs Lectures Offered at Scranton’s Luncheon Series
- Forbes-Americas-Best-Colleges
- The University of Scranton Named Among Nation’s Best Colleges for 10th Year
- Local Students Participate in University of Success
- University of Scranton Plans Fair for Nonprofit Organizations Seeking Volunteers
- Legacy of Scranton Alumnus Continues Through Million Dollar Donation
July 2011
- Schemel Forum Courses Explore the Universe and Two Icons Who Helped Shape Our World
- Schemel Forum’s University for a Day Focuses on America and the World
- First Recipient of the William and Elizabeth Burkavage Fellowship in Business Ethics and Social Responsibility Named
- University’s Schemel Forum Offers Collaborative Programs to Community
- Orientation Begins for Scranton’s Class of 2015
- University of Scranton College Democrats Receive National Award
- Graduates Commissioned as Second Lieutenants
- Scranton’s Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi Names Teacher of the Year
- Staff Appointments at The University of Scranton
June
- Six University of Scranton Graduates Earn Fulbright Scholarships
- July Calendar of Events
- Biology Professor Named Teacher of the Year
- 2011 Spring Deans List
- Debut Performance of Scranton Brass Orchestra Slated for Sunday
- Dean's List Fall 2010 Additions
- Area Police Chiefs Hear About ‘Sustaining Community Policing in Tough Economic Times’ at The University of Scranton
- High School Students Win Computer Programming Contest
- University of Scranton Student Needs Your Vote for Neighborhood Playground
- The University of Scranton Meets with Downtown Business Owners to Explore New Cooperative Initiatives
- Twelve to Receive University of Scranton’s O’Hara Awards
May
- The University of Scranton Conducts Undergraduate Commencement
- 2011 Undergraduate Commencement address by Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J.
- Members of Undergraduate Class of 2011 Recognized at Class Night
- Scranton Confers a Record Number Degrees at Two Ceremonies
- Quick Facts: University of Scranton Commencement 2011
- Doors Open for Scranton’s Class of 2011 Goldwater Scholars
- University and High School Students Advance to Integration Bee Finals
- Chinese Opera Celebrated in Scranton
- Nearly Forty Nations Represented at Scranton’s Diversity Festival
- University Plans Commencement Events
- Weinberg Memorial Library Awards Students for Research Projects
- Scranton Named to President’s Community Service Honor Roll
- Students Inducted into National Honor Societies at Scranton
- Nursing Professor Recognized by The University of Scranton
- Students Participate in National Advertising Competition
- Philosophy Professor Receives Alpha Sigma Nu Teaching Award
- Students Listed in “Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges”
- Students Inducted into National Jesuit Honor Society
- University to Name Building in Honor of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J.
- Water wheels and cannons used to test high school students knowledge of physics
- Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Present Check for Corcoran Scholarship at The University of Scranton
- Prudential Supports University of Success Teen Mentoring Program
- Scranton Celebrates Pride, Passion, Promise Campaign Success
- PRIDE PASSION PROMISE CAMPAIGN
- Scranton Surpasses Pride, Passion, Promise Campaign Goal of $125 Million
- University Names Annual Athletic Awards Dinner in Honor of Pete Carlesimo
- June Calendar of Events
- Fulbright Scholars at Scranton Share Cultures
- Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., to Serve as Principal Speaker at 2011 Undergraduate Commencement
- Three to Receive Honorary Degrees from Scranton
- Scranton Professor Discusses Civil War Medicine for C-SPAN Broadcast
- Change to University of Scranton May Art Exhibit
April
- Former Inmates and College Students Unite for Original Play
- National Debate Championship Draws Elite High School Students to Campus
- University-hosted Chinese Opera Events Are a Hit in Community
- Group Organizes Free COLTS Bus Service for Students, Faculty and Staff
- Diversity Festival Planned at University of Scranton
- Expert on Jewish Identity to Lecture at The University of Scranton
- Elite AACSB International Business School Accreditation Renewed for Scranton
- The University of Scranton Hosts Inaugural Conference on Aging Research
- Interdisciplinary Research on Aging at Scranton Has Far-reaching Benefits
- University Scholars in Service Create Mural for Model Behavior at Elementary School
- University of Scranton May Calendar of Events
- Homeboy Industries Founder Honored For Service to Ignatian Mission
- B.o.B. Concert Slated at University of Scranton
- Wide Range of Topics Explored at Scranton’s Psychology Conference
- Weinberg Memorial Library to host first Environmental Art Show
- Book Prices Begin at $1 at Annual Weinberg Memorial Library Book and Plant Sale
- Acclaimed Chinese Opera Company Performs in Scranton
- National High School Debate Tournament Comes to Scranton
- Scranton Student Represents Pennsylvania as National Truman Scholar
- The Late Peter A. Carlesimo To Be Honored By University of Scranton
- University of Scranton Earth Week Events Highlight Green Initiatives
- University of Scranton Launches Community Website & Newsletter
- Scranton Student Earns Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
- Grammy Award-Nominated Composer and Arranger To Premiere Two Compositions at Scranton
March
- Scranton Student Represents Pennsylvania as National Truman Scholar
- Expert on Jewish Ethics and Interfaith Relations to Lecture at The University of Scranton
- Carnival of Chinese Opera Comes to Scranton
- University of Scranton Goes Mobile
- Mahatma Gandhi’s Grandson to Speak at Scranton
- Professor Vinson’s Research Shows Walnuts as ‘Top Nut’ for Heart-healthy Antioxidants
- University to Present Pedro Arrupe, S.J., Award to Rev. Gregory Boyle, S.J.
- Economist who Sees Business as Agent for Positive Social Change to Speak at Scranton
- Asian Studies Presents Cultural ‘Tour’: India, Nepal, Bhutan
- Liva Arts Company Takes the Stage with ‘Rent’
- Students from One of the Nation’s Premier Music Conservatories to Perform with Scranton Singers
- Scranton Among ‘America’s Best Graduate Schools’
- University of Scranton Presents Sursum Corda Awards
- Schemel Luncheon Series Serves ‘World Affairs Briefings’
- 25th Annual Student Exhibit Celebrates Creativity
- Chinese Opera Headlines Series of Cultural Events at The University of Scranton
- James Bond as an All American Hero Discussed at Scranton
- University of Scranton April Calendar of Events
- Elementary School Students Visit University to Learn about Art and History
- Underground Railroad Exhibit and Book Signing Planned at University
- University Offers New Resource for Parents
- Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi to Deliver Education for Justice Lecture
- Renowned Violinist to Perform at The University of Scranton
- University of Scranton Plans Award for New York Times Best-selling Author
- The University of Scranton Garners Four Advertising Awards
- University of Scranton Adds Electronic Master’s and Honors Theses Collection
February
- Conference at University of Scranton Celebrates National Sportsmanship Day, Promotes Coaching Education
- University brings French film festival to Scranton
- The University of Scranton Sponsors Third Conference on Women and History in NEPA
- Free Healthy Heart Fair Planned at The Mall at Steamtown
- University Hosts Programs for Area Elementary, Middle and High School Students
- Third Annual Gene Yevich Memorial Concert to Feature Wycliffe Gordon Quintet
- Scranton’s 2011 Distinguished Author as Interesting as His Characters
- New Director Named at the SBDC at The University of Scranton
- University of Scranton March Calendar of Events
- Local Literature Scholar to Recite Translations of Belgian Poet’s Works
- Free Income Tax Assistance Service Offered
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Service Locations and Dates 2011
- Performance Music at Scranton Presents ‘Love Songs’ Valentine’s Weekend
- Head of Reconciliation Commission Speaks on Reconciliation in Rwanda
- Lecture Focuses on the Importance of Christian-Muslim Understanding
January
- Art and History Come to Life at University Gallery Workshops for Area Schools
- University of Scranton Graduate Students Earn Awards
- Schemel Forum Sets Spring Semester Programs
- University of Scranton February Calendar of Events
- Ornamental Penmanship on Display at Library Exhibit
- Students and Teachers Receive Rose Kelly Awards
- ‘World Affairs Briefings’ Served at Luncheon Series
- Genre, History and Portrait Painter Featured in Gallery Exhibition
- New York Times Best-selling Author to Speak at The University of Scranton
- University of Scranton Announces Fall 2010 Dean’s List
- University of Scranton Announces Spring Events
- Schemel Forum Bus Trip on Course for New York City Interfaith Exhibition
- Donations and Volunteers Sought for Book Sale
- Schemel Forum Courses Discuss the Impact of Politics, Film and the Bible on Culture
- Students Recognized for Academic Achievement at The University of Scranton
- Inspiring Poet Returns for Education for Justice Lecture
