April 27, 2010

Scranton Among ‘America’s Best Graduate Schools’

The University of Scranton is among “America’s Best Graduate Schools” listed in the 2011 Edition of the U.S. News & World Report guidebook, published April 20, 2010.
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University of Scranton May Calendar of Events

Here is a list of events occurring at The University of Scranton during the month of May.
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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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Social Investment Is Focus of Economic Discussion at Scranton

“Social Investment: New possibilities for business and philanthropy” will be the topic of The University of Scranton’s spring Henry George Lecture by Jonathan Morduch, Ph.D., professor of public policy and economics at the New York University Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service.
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Conference Showcases Multi-ethnic Literature

Marilyn Chin and Sonia Sanchez shared poems and spoke about the role of Ethnic-American Literature as part of the 24th annual MELUS Conference, a four-day literature convention hosted at The University of Scranton April 8-11.
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Prisons and Drug Policy Forum to be held at Scranton

The Pennsylvania Prison Society will hold a public forum on Prisons and Drug Policy: the Need for Change at The University of Scranton on Wednesday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to noon in Collegiate Hall of Redington Hall. The forum is free of charge.
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Scranton High School Student Recognized at 21st annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Dinner

Steven De Jesus, a senior at Scranton High School, is 2010 recipient of the Robert S. Mitchell Sr. Award, which is presented each year to an outstanding African-American high school student who resides in Lackawanna County.
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General News

• Great Commons Ball Roll Scheduled April 28
• 99.5 WUSR Scranton Royal Radio Names New Management
• Zumba Class with SIFE May 6
• NOW Hair Studio Visits Scranton May 4
• Habitat for Humanity: Learn How to Build a Nonprofit from Scratch
• Students for Life Host Respect Life Week
• Mini Weight Watchers at Work Session
• ‘The Real Dirt on Farmer John’ Presented May 7
• Players to Present ‘Flora the Red Menace’
• Annual President's Breakfast Scheduled May 18
• Tenth Annual Celebration of Student Scholars April 27
• IT Matters Spring 2010 Edition
• Pet Therapy Slated for April 28

Faculty and Staff News

• Promotions in Rank & Tenure
• Technology on Your Own Terms Series Continues April 28
• Seeking Volunteers for President’s Breakfast

Student News

• It’s Almost Time for the End of the Year Drive!
• Inaugural University of Scranton Wing Bowl
• The Joys and Challenges of Teaching in Catholic Schools: Are YOU up for the calling?
• USPB to show ‘Dear John’ May 10
• Bike Trip Scheduled May 2
• The Dating Doctor Answers Questions April 30
• Comedian Chris Calogero Hits DeNaples May 5
• Study Abroad Table on DeNaples Center’s Patio
• Volunteering After Graduation?
• Fulbright Information Sessions Scheduled April 27
• 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
• Summer Work-Study Position
• Positions Open for Summer Conference Assistants
• Third Annual Integration Bee Set for April 27
• Course for Participants in Service/Study Programs
• Students Sought for High School Visitation Program
• Summer/Fall 2010 Registration Information for Undergraduate Students and Advisors

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