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March 16, 2010: General News
Volleyball Marathon Set for April 10
The 29th Volleyball Marathon, hosted by the Physical Therapy Club, is scheduled for Saturday, April 10, from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. The marathon has an Olympics theme, and there will be food, raffles and prizes available.
Students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to form teams. It costs $45 per team, and all proceeds benefit Cystic Fibrosis, Hope for Haiti and Be the March.
Registration will be held March 22-26 and 29-31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the DeNaples Center. For more information, contact jacobsp2@scranton.edu.
Students, faculty, staff and community members are welcome to form teams. It costs $45 per team, and all proceeds benefit Cystic Fibrosis, Hope for Haiti and Be the March.
Registration will be held March 22-26 and 29-31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the DeNaples Center. For more information, contact jacobsp2@scranton.edu.
Mass of Remembrance Scheduled March 24
There will be a Mass of Remembrance in honor of the 30th anniversary of the assassination of Archbishop Oscar Romero of San Salvador, El Salvador, Wednesday, March 24, at 12:05 p.m. in Madonna della Strada Chapel. President Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J. will preside. Please join us as we remember in prayer the life of Archbishop Romero, the "Bishop of the Poor.”
Please note: the regularly scheduled 12:05 p.m. mass in the Chapel of the Sacred Heart will be suspended on March 24. For further information, contact Tara Seely at seelyt2@scranton.edu.
‘Toward Understanding Islam and Muslims’ Set March 24
The Office of Equity and Diversity — a member of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Diversity Education Consortium — is pleased to offer a webinar: "Toward Understanding Islam and Muslims" with Mamoun Bader, Ph.D. The presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, March 24, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
This interfaith, cross-culturally engaging presentation will give an overview of the basic tenets of the Islamic faith and its history. In addition, there will also be a discussion about the cultural diversity of the Muslim world and what it means to be a Muslim in America today.
The program is open and available students and faculty — in a classroom setting — as well as small groups and individuals. For more information, contact The Office of Equity and Diversity at diversity@scranton.edu.
Dr. Bader is an associate professor of chemistry at the Pennsylvania State University Hazelton campus. During his 15-year career as a professor and researcher, he has mentored more than 30 student research projects. In addition to his busy schedule, Dr. Bader hosts programs to encourage young women to explore careers in the STEM fields.
H1N1 Vaccine Still Available
Win Dinner with Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J.
The student organizations for Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Exercise Science and Sport are raffling off a dinner with Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., University President, benefiting the Catholic Relief Services and Jesuit Refugee Services efforts in Haiti.
Father Pilarz has graciously agreed to have dinner for four with the winner of a raffle to be held in April. Tickets are $5 and the winner gets to invite three friends to dinner. The winner will be notified and will contact Father Pilarz's secretary to set up the dinner’s date and time. Please purchase your tickets ASAP.
Student from OT, PT and Exercise Science are selling tickets at various times in the first-floor lobby of the DeNaples Center or you can purchase a ticket in the PT Office in 1008 or 1010 Leahy Hall. For more information, call 941-7783.
Father Pilarz has graciously agreed to have dinner for four with the winner of a raffle to be held in April. Tickets are $5 and the winner gets to invite three friends to dinner. The winner will be notified and will contact Father Pilarz's secretary to set up the dinner’s date and time. Please purchase your tickets ASAP.
Student from OT, PT and Exercise Science are selling tickets at various times in the first-floor lobby of the DeNaples Center or you can purchase a ticket in the PT Office in 1008 or 1010 Leahy Hall. For more information, call 941-7783.
IT Matters Spring 2010 Edition
Women’s Business Center Offers Certification
The University of Scranton Women’s Business Center (WBC) and Small Business Development Center (SBDC) are teaming up to offer an 8-week certification program for aspiring entrepreneurs. The program will be held in Scranton on Tuesdays, beginning April 6 and ending May 25, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The program, entitled “Locally Grown™ Woman Owned,” is designed to give entrepreneurs the specific step-by-step guidance needed to grow their new ventures the right way. Participants in this powerful, interactive, community-based program will learn the basic principles for starting a small business; legal and insurance issues; the essential aspects of sales and marketing; how to start smart with a business plan that really works; the basics of small business budget and finance; funding opportunities; and strategies for growing strong in the marketplace.
The highly interactive Locally Grown™ curriculum is built upon The Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education’s National Content Standards for Entrepreneurship Education and taught by experienced SBDC consultants, community professionals and local entrepreneurs. Participants will also receive ongoing individual consulting and coaching, to help grow their businesses strong, at no additional cost.
Cost for the 8-week series is $160 per person. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. To register, call 941-7588 or e-mail info@ksomwomenscenter.org.
Final Exam Schedule for Spring 2010
Please be advised that the final exam schedule for Spring 2010 is currently posted on the Registrar's Web page at http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ac_ro_finalexams.shtml.
Room assignments for combined final exams will be added to the Registrar's web page in the near future.
Room assignments for combined final exams will be added to the Registrar's web page in the near future.
Pet Therapy Returns April 28
Easter Basket Drive Continues Through March 31
The Community Outreach Office is sponsoring an Easter Basket Drive through Wednesday, March 31, for children in need from local Head Start programs and United Neighborhood Centers. We are asking that you make a basket for a child, age 0-12, that contains a chocolate bunny, jelly beans, wrapped candies, assorted small toys, etc — no loose candy please. The baskets should have Easter grass and be wrapped in cellophane. Estimated cost for each basket should be approximately $20. Please choose an egg from the Bunny Basket on the second floor of the DeNaples Center and return basket to The Community Office anytime prior to March 31. For more information, e-mail judgee2@scranton.edu or call 941-7429.
One Stop Donation Drop
Do you have a garage or basement full of unwanted, new or gently used items waiting to reach the hands of those in need? One Stop Donation Drop (OSDD), a local event partnering the community with charities will make sure they do.
Join in the donation spirit Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at The University of Scranton where OSDD will help your unwanted items reach wanting hands. Can’t get to The University of Scranton? Be sure to visit the other One Stop Donation Drop location, Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, also hosting the event on Saturday, April 17.
Here’s how you can get involved: Spend some time cleaning out your closets, basements attics — whatever! Then bring your items (visit www.donationdrop.org to view the wish list of accepted items), along with a nonperishable food item or $5 per carload donation to your nearest OSDD location. From there, team members will unload your car, sort your items and ensure that everything reaches who need it most. In addition, Scranton will have professional document shredding available at no charge provided by ShredDoc.
One Stop Donation Drop Scranton is a project of Leadership Lackawanna Class of 2010. For more information, visit www.leadershiplackawanna.com, www.donationdrop.org or call Michelle Williams at 346-0759 ext. 104.
University Ministries Hosts the Stations of the Cross
For more information on the Lenten services and events, contact the Office of University Ministries at universityministries@scranton.edu or 941-7419.
The Running of the Royals 5K Run/Walk
Donate Dresses to Cinderella’s Closet
Have a formal or prom dress taking up room in your or your daughter's closet? Donate it to Cinderella's Closet!
Sponsored by the Junior League of Scranton, Cinderella’s Closet is an annual event that occurs in April at the Scranton Cultural Center. The event helps high school girls have an opportunity to go to the prom in a dress of their choice and feel like the “belle of the ball” — all for less than $10.
With the cost of formal attire increasing, students and parents are likely to have difficulty affording this important night. The junior league believes students shouldn’t suffer the consequences of these growing prices.
Dresses should be of modern style, clean and in good condition — no 80s dresses please. Cinderella’s Closet also accepts formal footwear, jewelry and hair accessories. Bring back your dresses after Spring Break! Donations can be dropped off in The Community Outreach Office now through Wednesday, March 31. Our office is located in DeNaples 205B. For more information, contact Ellen Judge at judgee2@scranton.edu.
Global Warming Conference Set for April 11
Global warming isn't just about melting ice caps, rising sea levels and polar bears facing extinction in places you might never visit. Learn about the effects global warming is having right here in northeastern Pennsylvania and about the obstacles and opportunities that are available to combat those effects.
Admission, which includes refreshments, is $10, but free for PennFuture members and students with valid ID. Pre-registration is required by Thursday, April 8. To register, please go to http://my.pennfuture.org/site/Calendar/1359616725?view=Detail&id=104601. This conference is sponsored by PennFuture, http://www.pennfuture.org.
Invitation to TA TALK/Dinner
The Department of World Languages and Cultures will sponsor the annual TA TALK/Dinner on Wednesday, March 24, at 4:30 p.m. in Brennan Hall 228. Teaching assistants from China, France, Japan and Mexico will present presentations on what makes their countries so special to them. Bring a friend and join us! To make reservations, e-mail karamm1@scranton.edu.
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