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August 30, 2011: General News

General News | Faculty/Staff News | Student News

Mass of the Holy Spirit Scheduled Thursday

To celebrate the beginning of the academic year, the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit will be held in the Byron Recreation Complex on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 11:30 a.m. It will be followed by a picnic on the DeNaples Center's patio. We encourage all faculty, staff and students to attend. Therefore, as in the past,

ALL CLASSES WILL BE CANCELED
AND
UNIVERSITY OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED
FROM
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday,
September 1, 2011

Connect with the University on Social Media

As things ramp up in the new school year, make sure you follow the University on Facebook, Twitter and Foursquare to stay up-to-date on news and events.
Our Facebook community, facebook.com/universityofscranton, is more than 10,400 members strong and is a great place to engage with other students and alumni as we discuss all things Scranton.

You can also find us on Twitter - twitter.com/univofscranton – so if you prefer to tweet you can connect with us there!

Another fun way to engage with the Scranton community is on Foursquare, foursquare.com/univofscranton, where we share tips about all the venues on campus and where you also can find lists of things to do and specials from not only campus clubs and organizations, but also from the restaurants, stores and entertainment venues in downtown Scranton.

Here's your first tip: Get up to speed on Foursquare now and you'll have the edge during the Scavenger Hunt next weekend - http://on.fb.me/pVTqWz.

If you like to watch videos, check out our YouTube channel - youtube.com/universityofscranton. And for photos, visit flickr.com/photos/universityofscranton.

For a full list of the University's clubs, departments and organizations on social media, visit scranton.edu/connect.

Listing of Relocated Faculty and Staff Members

As the new semester begins, more than 85 faculty and staff members are settling into new locations and offices. Click here to view a PDF listing the new offices of relocated faculty and staff members.

Performance Music Announces Fall Concert Season

Performance Music at The University of Scranton recently announced its fall 2011 concert schedule. Please celebrate with us – our 2011-2012 concert season welcomes members of The New York Trumpet Ensemble as our artists-in-residence!

Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011, 8:30 p.m.
University of Scranton Jazz Band at LA FESTA ITALIANA

Sunday, Sept. 11, 2011, 3 p.m.
IN RECITAL
"Silk and Bamboo", featuring Chai Found Music Workshop, one of the world's foremost Chinese Chamber Music Ensembles (performance in celebration of Interdependence Day, presented by Performance Music & Asian Studies, and sponsored by Asian Studies, Performance Music, The Taiwan Council of Cultural Affairs; and The Taipei Cultural Center of TECO, with additional support from Equity and Diversity and Schemel Forum)

Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
PRESIDENT’S CONCERT
The University of Scranton Concert Band and Concert Choir, featuring the premiere of a new work for concert band and SATB choir composed by Lawrence Wolfe from The Boston Symphony Orchestra in celebration of the inauguration of Rev. Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., as the 25th president of The University of Scranton

Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
IN CONCERT
The New York Trumpet Ensemble, Mark Gould director, with Caleb Hudson, Matt Jodrell, Joseph Boga and Mark Gould, trumpets, and Adam Birnbaum, piano

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
IN RECITAL
University of Scranton student musicians perform solos, duos, and small ensemble music

Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
JAZZ HALLOWEEN CONCERT
The University of Scranton Big Band, with guest artist Jumaane Smith (lead trumpeter from Michael Buble band)
(Admission is free for all who wear costumes, $100 if not)

Friday, Nov. 4, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
IN CONCERT
The University of Scranton String Orchestra

Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
IN CONCERT
The University of Scranton Symphonic Band (guest artist TBA)

Friday, November 18, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
IN RECITAL
Caleb Hudson, trumpet (winner ITG, NTC, and more!)

Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
GENERATIONS SING! 20th Anniversary Concert
The University of Scranton Concert Choir joins with The Catholic Choral Society and other regional choirs to perform a concert in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the “Generations Sing!” collaborations (St. Peter’s Cathedral, Wyoming Ave. at Linden St. in downtown Scranton)

Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011, 8 p.m.
(doors open at 7, prelude from 7:05)
44th ANNUAL NOEL NIGHT
The University of Scranton Singers, String Orchestra, Brass Choir and Flute Ensemble

Friday, December 9, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
EMPTY STOCKING FUND BENEFIT CONCERT
Please bring a new child’s toy, piece of child’s clothing, or cash donation to brighten the holidays for children in need in our area

Sunday, January 8, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
The Scranton Brass Orchestra, co-directed by Cheryl Boga and Mark Gould with guest artists TBA

Latin American Studies, Women's Studies Relocated

The Department of Latin American Studies and Women's Studies (LA/W/S) has moved. Sharon Meagher, Ph.D., director of Women's Studies and chair of the department is now located in the Loyola Science Center, room 354. Kevin Nordberg, Ph.D., director of Latin American Studies, is located in Loyola Science Center, room 355. Mary Rafter, LA/W/S secretary, can be found in the rear left office in Loyola Science Center, room 235. Phone numbers and e-mails remain the same. Students currently enrolled or interested in either the Women's Studies concentration or the Women's Studies major should contact Dr. Meagher at meaghers1@scranton.edu or stop by her office. Students currently enrolled or interested in the Latin American Studies concentration or major should contact Dr. Nordberg at norberg@scranton.edu.

Update Info For Notifications of Delays, Emergencies

Each semester, University of Scranton faculty, staff and students are asked to verify and update their contact information in order to receive notices of emergencies, school closings or delays via email, text and phone messages. The capacity to communicate in several ways increases the effectiveness and timely delivery of alerts and gives faculty, staff and students greater flexibility in how they wish to be notified. For instance, most cellphone carriers give priority to voice message delivery over SMS text messages. To read the full release, click here.

Participate in Diversity Fair 4!

The Office of Equity and Diversity invites you to participate in and submit proposals for the upcoming fourth annual Diversity Fair. The fair will take place Thursday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the DeNaples Center's ballroom. The theme for this year's fair is "Move It! The Exploration of Human Rights Movements." We seek faculty, staff and students to use their scholarly knowledge to provide information tables to educate the community on various human rights movements. Please click here to see the guidelines for proposals and participation.

To send your proposal or for more information, contact us at diversity@scranton.edu or 570-941-6645.

Welcome Weekend and Move-In for Class of 2015

The University welcomed its largest freshmen class in its history this past weekend. Of the 1034 members of the Class of 2015, 940 plan to live in the dorms. Saturday’s Move-In Weekend presented not only the challenge of moving in this record number, but combatting with the harsh weather courtesy of Hurricane Irene. Upperclassmen were permitted to return on Saturday as well. Despite the weather, the formal induction of the Class of 2015 into the Scranton academic community at the New Student Convocation was held as scheduled. Video of the convocation may be viewed on YouTube.

Also check out the Center for Student Engagement's photographs from Move-In Day!

Office of Multicultural Affairs Releases Calendar

The Office of Multicultural Affairs has released its calendar for fall 2011. To view the listing of events, click here.

Don't Forget to Register For AIDS WALK

Register for The University of Scranton AIDS WALK, scheduled Sunday, Sept. 18, at www.scranton.edu/chew or at the Center for Health Education and Wellness (DeNaples Center, room 205K). The walk starts on the DeNaples Center's patio with registration beginning at 10 a.m. and the walk starting at 11:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit the unmet needs of the HIV/AIDS patients at the Scranton Temple Health Center. Registration is $10 and official T-shirts are $10. For more information, call (570) 941-4253.

University to Form 'Race for the Cure' Team

The University of Scranton will be forming a team again this year to participate in the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure to be held in Scranton on Saturday, Sept. 10. All faculty, staff, students, clubs, organizations, dorms, sport teams and everyone's family and friends are welcome to join us. We had more than 280 people on our team last year and we are hoping to match or surpass that number this year.

Registration is now open so follow the instructions below:
Go to: www.komennepa.org
On the right side you will see: Registration for the 2011 Komen NEPA Race for the Cure® is now OPEN! Click here to register TODAY!
On the right side: Click on (this is very important) Join an existing team"
Team Name: Type in University of Scranton
Select a Team Type: Click down arrow & choose School/University
Company/Corporate Name: Click down arrow & choose University of Scranton Click on Search for a Team
Scroll to bottom of page and you will see University of Scranton and to the right click on Join.
Fill in all of your information. It is very important to fill in your T-shirt size because this is where I will get your size for your "Team T-Shirt." Deadline to register for our team is Thursday, Sept. 8. Please help us to spread the word and email this to anyone you know who might be interested in participating.

More information will follow in a few weeks. If anyone has any questions, please email Lynn Gavin at gavinl3@scranton.edu or call her at 941-6363.

Volunteer and Service Fair Slated for Sept. 13

The Community Outreach Office hosts a Volunteer and Service Fair each September. We invite local agencies to come to campus to recruit volunteers for their programs in areas such as health and hospice care, children and youth, elderly, social justice, food and housing programs, and hands-on projects. Student volunteers get the opportunity to meet directly with agency representatives and find out what types of service opportunities are available in the Scranton community, time commitments, and information about service learning. Each year the fair is attended by over 70 agencies and 750 students.

The date of the next Volunteer and Service Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Rev. Bernard R. McIlhenny, S.J., Ballroom of the DeNaples Center, fourth floor. For more information on the Volunteer and Service Fair, contact Ellen Judge at judgee2@scranton.edu.

Upcoming Community Events

The Office of Community Relations is pleased to provide information on downtown and area community events. If you have any questions, please contact community@scranton.edu or 941-4419. Like us on Facebook to stay up to date with Scranton happenings. Coming up this week:

First Friday Scranton Sept. 2
The September First Friday Scranton art walk will be held on Friday, Sept. 2, from 6-9 p.m. at various galleries and businesses around downtown Scranton including Scranton's talented local artists, the area’s best live music and much more.

Come on out and enjoy a beautiful Friday evening in Scranton filled with free, fun activities!

Click here to view a complete map of this First Friday's events and venues.

La Festa Italiana Sept. 3 - Sept. 5
Don't miss La Festa Italiana, Northeastern Pennsylvania’s largest celebration of culture and cuisine, Labor Day weekend, Saturday through Monday, on Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton. La Festa Italiana is an end-of-summer tradition that annually attracts thousands of visitors. Hours are Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Monday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, visit La Festa's website.

Railfest 2011 Sept. 3 & 4
Railfest 2011, a celebration of railroading, will help celebrate three milestone anniversaries with visiting equipment displays, special shop demonstrations and, of course, train rides, on Saturday, Sept. 3, and Sunday, Sept. 4. For more information, visit the Steamtown National Historic Site's website.

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