April 20, 2010

University of Scranton Awarded Grant for Health-Profession Education

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $95,000 grant to The University of Scranton to support a health-profession education and training initiative that targets the local community, as well as international partnerships. The funding stems from grants made available through the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2009.
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Scranton Student Awarded Goldwater Scholarship

University of Scranton biochemistry, cell and molecular biology major Maria A. Gubbiotti of Falls is among just 278 sophomore and junior college students in the nation awarded a highly competitive Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship for the 2010/2011 academic year.
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Original Composition to Premiere in Scranton

Scranton will be the site of the world premiere of two compositions by composer and arranger Joshua Freilich. The University of Scranton Concert Band and Choir will perform the new works, commissioned by the University, at the 27th Annual World Premiere Composition Series Concert on Saturday, April 24, at 8 p.m. in the Houlihan-McLean Center.
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Earth Week 2010: Sustaining Scranton Major Sponsors

The University of Scranton and Scranton Tomorrow have organized a weeklong series of events to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.
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Earth Day 2010: Taking Strides for a Greener Scranton

The Scranton community will take strides to reduce its carbon footprint by participating in the Downtown Scranton Earth Day Walk Thursday, April 22.
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University to Present Pedro Arrupe, S.J. Award April 29

The University of Scranton will present its annual Pedro Arrupe, S.J. Award for Distinguished Contributions to Ignatian Mission and Ministries to Rev. Dean Brackley, S.J. at a University Assembly in the DeNaples Center on Thursday, April 29.
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Education for Justice Teach-in Examines Social, Economic and Political Issues Surrounding Food

The University of Scranton’s 2009-10 Education for Justice programming will sate the appetite of attendees wanting to take an active role in learning about the social, economic and political issues surrounding food.
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Translating a Novel into Film

Author of The Last Station, Jay Parini discussed how his novel about Russian author Leo Tolstoy became a film at a University of Scranton Schemel Forum Luncheon held recently on campus in the Rose Room of Brennan Hall.
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General News

• What Does Faith Have to Say About Money?
• Mini Weight Watchers at Work Session
• Learn More About Accepted Student Portal or Forms3 Tab
• ‘The Real Dirt on Farmer John’ Presented May 7
• An Evening of Locally Produced Short Films
• Players to Present ‘Flora the Red Menace’
• Annual President's Breakfast Scheduled May 18
• Final H1N1 Influenza Immunization Clinic April 26
• Weinberg Memorial Library Book Sale April 24 & 25
• Earth Day 2010 Events Scheduled
• Tenth Annual Celebration of Student Scholars April 27
• IT Matters Spring 2010 Edition
• Pet Therapy Returns April 28
• CAC/NEPA Annual Moonlight 5K Walk/Run April 25

Faculty and Staff News

• Changes Coming Soon for Explanation of Benefits Statements
• Summer 2010 Grant Winners
• Technology on Your Own Terms Series Continues April 28
• Information Security Alert – Web Ads Steal Credentials
• 'Interpreting and Using Your Course Evaluations for Teaching Development'
• 'Learning Sciences: Implications for Pedagogy and Research'
• 'The Effectiveness of Peer Tutoring on Student Achievement at the University Level'

Student News

• Vote For Teacher of the Year
• The Dating Doctor Answers Questions April 29
• Comedian Chris Calogero Hits DeNaples May 5
• Apply For Programming Board 2010-11
• Study Abroad Table on DeNaples Center’s Patio
• Volunteering After Graduation?
• Fulbright Information Sessions Scheduled
• Become a Fall Move-In Volunteer
• The Leonard and Helen R. Stulman Endowed Scholars Program Seeks Applicants
• Apply for Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop
• Nursing Scholarship Program Accepting Applications
• Communication Connect: A Unique Networking Opportunity for Communication Majors
• Summer Work-Study Position
• Brand New Concert Tickets Now Available
• Share a Swipe Set April 22
• Positions Open for Summer Conference Assistants
• Christopher Jason Perfilio Memorial Scholarship Deadline Approaching
• USPB to Show ‘Invictus’ April 21
• Financial Aid 2010-2011 Filing Reminder
• I’m Getting My Degree, Where Do I Pick Up My Cap and Gown?
• Third Annual Integration Bee Set for April 27
• Foreign Language National Honor Society Enrolling New Members
• Written/Media Competition on Justice Theme
• Course for Participants in Service/Study Programs
• Students Sought for High School Visitation Program
• Summer/Fall 2010 Registration Information for Undergraduate Students and Advisors

There are no Athletics announcements this week

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