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March 15, 2011: Student News

General News | Faculty/Staff News | Student News | Athletics News

Final Exam Schedule Has Been Released

Please be advised that the Final Exam Schedule for Spring 2011 is currently posted on the Registrar's web page at the following link:
http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ac_ro_finalexams.shtml.

Room assignments for spring 2011 combined final exams will soon be added to the Registrar's webpage.

Applications Now Available for Class Night Awards

Attention Class of 2011: applications now available for the Division of Student Affairs - Class Night Awards.

Since 1992, the Division of Student Affairs has presented two awards at Class Night, the Lawrence A. Mann Award and the Student Life Award. The awards are presented to selected graduating seniors. Applications and nominations are open to any undergraduate member of the senior class. Self-nominations are acceptable. A committee comprised of staff members within the division of Student Affairs selects the recipients of the awards. Applications are now available in the Student Affairs Office DeNaples 201. Final applications are due April 15, 2011. Please contact Student Affairs if you have any questions at 941-7680.

Lawrence A. Mann Award
Professor Lawrence A. Mann was a beloved faculty member of The University of Scranton community for over twenty years. A professor of Latin, Dr. Mann was also a lay Resident Counselor for Denis Edward and Hannan Halls. His personal warmth, devotion to the institution and sensitivity to students along with a willingness to help plan and participate in student activities throughout the school year ensured his popularity on campus. He was a refined, kind, devout and outgoing person who served as a wonderful role model for students. The award is presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated extraordinary involvement in student activities and through her/his contributions is a role model to fellow students.

Student Life Award
The Student Life Award is presented annually to the student who has worked diligently to improve the quality of life at The University of Scranton during his/her career.

Accepting Applications for Student Publications Editorial Positions

Are you interested in being a leader of one of the University’s three student publications? The Student Publications Board is accepting applications for the following paid leadership positions:

The Aquinas

Editor-in-Chief
Managing Editor

Windhover

Editor-in-Chief
Assistant Editor

Esprit

Editor-in-Chief
Production Manager

Position descriptions and applications are available in the Office of Student Affairs (201 DeNaples Center). Applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30. For more information, contact the Office of Student Affairs at 570-941-7680.

Royal ePay Helps You Get Your Money Faster

The University of Scranton's Royal ePay service is a convenient online tool that streamlines and automates student payments. Powered by PNC Payment Portal, Royal ePay enables the University to deposit payments – like financial aid refunds, tuition adjustments or work study payments - directly into a student’s checking account. So payments are fast and automatic.

Still getting a paper check? It's easy to get your money faster. Look for an upcoming activation e-mail from Royal ePay/PNC Payment Portal that will be sent to your University of Scranton e-mail address. With the activation code, a student can go to www.paymentportal.pnc.com/scr, log in, and follow the easy instructions to set up a direct deposit profile. Once activated, students can receive alerts letting them know when a payment is scheduled to be deposited, make changes online, and check on payment activity 24/7.

Royal ePay representatives will be on-campus Tuesday, March 15, on the first floor of the DeNaples Center to answer your questions, register you for Royal ePay, or provide a new activation code. Stop by the table from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. for snacks, giveaways and a chance to win and iPod.

On-Campus LSAT Workshop Scheduled

An on-campus workshop for students preparing to take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) will be offered this spring starting on Thursday, March 31. The workshop will extend over eight sessions, all on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., with the final session on Thursday, May 12. The registration fee of $250 includes all workshop materials, including copies of The Next 10 Actual, Official LSAT PrepTests and the newly published Official LSAT Handbook. Registration forms with complete schedule of sessions can be obtained at the History Department office, 251 St. Thomas Hall or from Dr. Frank Homer, Professor Emeritus. For more information, contact Dr. Homer at 570-941-6399 or by e-mail at homerf1@scranton.edu. Registrants should register if possible before the beginning of the spring break, although registrations will be accepted up to Monday, March 28.

Win a Flat Screen TV!

The Center for Health Education and Wellness is hosting the Safe Spring Break Fair on Wednesday, March 16, from 11-2 in the DeNaples Fireplace Lounge. Join us for free food and great prizes. For more information, contact the Center for Health Education and Wellness at chew@scranton.edu.

Scholars in Service Educational Meeting

An AmeriCorps Scholars in Service to PA Information Session will be held on Thursday, March 31 at noon in the Moskovitz Theater on the 4th floor of DeNaples. Come and find out how to get an educational award for doing a year of service during college during the 2011-2012 academic year! Educational awards for 2010-2011 were $1,132 for 300 hours of service or $1,415 for 450 hours of service. For more information, contact Lori Moran in the Community Outreach Office at 941-7429 or moranl7@scranton.edu.

Theology Honor Society Seeking New Members

Undergraduate or graduate students who meet the established criteria are invited to apply for membership in the University of Scranton chapter of Theta Alpha Kappa, the National Honor Society for Religious Studies/Theology. Criteria include the completion of 12 credits in Theology/Religious Studies with the average of all your theology courses at least 3.5 and your overall GPA at least 3.0.

Please contact Marie Gaughan, Theology department secretary, at 941-6309 for more information or to pick up an application. The Theology Department is located in St. Thomas Hall, room 361. Applications must be completed by March 31.

Style Your Sole Party Scheduled April 8

USPB Mission and Identity invites you to come Style Your Sole! Order a pair of white canvas TOMS shoes (for $10) during the week of March 14-18 on the second floor of DeNaples from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., then come style them, Wednesday, April 6, at 8 p.m. in Collegiate hall! Join Mission and Identity's effort to raise awareness of the need for shoes in so many children's lives. Look for more information regarding One Day Without Shoes which will take place on April 5! Also, check out http://www.soles4souls.org/ the organization to which Mission and Identity is donating proceeds from all events. For more information, contact Maria Marx (marxm3@scranton.edu) or David Hovey (hoveyd2@scranton.edu).

Mr. and Miss Scranton Competition!

The Mr. and Miss Scranton Competition is scheduled for Thursday, March 31, at 8 p.m. in the DeNaples Center, Moskovitz Theater.Come support our talented contestants, the funny co-emcees and guest judges! There will be free snacks and giveaways! For more information, contact Liz Klassner (klassnere2@scranton.edu) or Dana Walsh (walshd6@scranton.edu).

Foreign Language National Honor Society Enrolling New Members

The Theta Iota Chapter of the Foreign Language National Honor Society, Alpha Mu Gamma, is in the process of enrolling new members. Requirements are the following: a) for full membership, two consecutive A’s or A-’s in language courses (in the same language) at the Composition and Conversation (311 - 312) level or above; b) for associate membership, two consecutive B+’s or better in language courses (in the same language) at the Composition and Conversation (311-312) level or above, or a noteworthy academic record in more than one language. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. All applications are individually screened. Only completed semester grades are considered. Application forms are available from Joyce Knott, Department Secretary, 301 O’Hara Hall, as well as from other departmental faculty.

The induction ceremony and luncheon will take place in The DeNaples Center 405 on Tuesday, May 3, 11:30 - 1:00. Inductees will receive their certificates of membership and society pins; graduating seniors will receive their gold honors cords.

Deadline for applications and payment of fee is Tuesday, April 19. The membership fee of $50 includes the luncheon. Applications without fees will not be considered. Please make checks (cash accepted also) to The University of Scranton and leave completed applications with Ms. Knott, O’Hara 301.

On-Campus Housing Spring Break Closing Information

Campus housing will close on Saturday, March 19, at noon for spring break. The halls will reopen on Sunday, March 27, at noon.

Prior to leaving campus all residents are required to do the following:

1. Clean room
2. Remove all trash & food
3. Defrost refrigerator
4. Unplug all electrical items
5. Close and lock all windows
6. Pull down and close blinds
7. Turn off all lights
8. Close and lock room door
9. Pack all items & valuables needed over break

The last person to leave the room must fill out the We’re Outta Here form that will be attached to the room/apt. door.
Students may seek permission to stay during the break if they have extenuating circumstances (international student, student teaching, etc.) by submitting an online break request form on UIS until March 16. Access to all residential areas during the break will be denied to any student who did not receive official written approval from the Director of Residence Life prior to March 17.

Students with questions should email or call Residence Life (570-941-6226 or res-life@scranton.edu).

Roundtable Financial Scholarship Foundation Honors Christopher M. Condron

The Board of Directors of The Financial Services Roundtable established a college scholarship fund in the name of former Roundtable chairs who have retired from the industry. The honorary chairs select the colleges or universities from which scholarship applications are solicited. The 2011 scholarship will be awarded to a University of Scranton student in honor of Christopher M. Condron ’70.

Who is eligible: Full time undergraduate students with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 that will enter their junior or senior year in the fall and are interested in a field of study related to a successful career in financial services. The award is not limited to students enrolled in the Kania School of Management. The award requires demonstration of financial need, academic excellence and good character.
How to apply: Complete the application found on the Financial Aid web site at www.scranton.edu/financialaid under private awards along with a personal statement, one letter of recommendation from an academic official attesting to your academic performance and a second letter of recommendation from an individual that can attesting to your good personal character.
Deadline to apply: All applications and letters of recommendation should be submitted in one packet to the Financial Aid Office, St. Thomas Room 401 by Thursday, March 31, 2011.
What is the value of the award: This is a private organization one time award of $5,000.

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