Feature Presidential Scholars through the decades share their perspectives. Shown, top row, from left, are Patrick W. Shea ’78, Belinda Juran, Esq. ’81, Brian P. Loftus, DMD ’92. Bottom row: Ryan Surace ’03, Sara Wierbowski, M.D.’19, and Claire Sunday, J.D. ’23.
Fall 2026

A Royal Return On Investment: Starting Strong, Continuing Stronger

Generations of Presidential Scholars deliver immeasurable value and develop a culture of gratitude.

Feature Presidential Scholars through the decades share their perspectives. Shown, top row, from left, are Patrick W. Shea ’78, Belinda Juran, Esq. ’81, Brian P. Loftus, DMD ’92. Bottom row: Ryan Surace ’03, Sara Wierbowski, M.D.’19, and Claire Sunday, J.D. ’23.
Spring 2026

‘Of Those to Whom Much Is Given’: Bob Casey Inspires the Next Generation of Leaders

Former U.S. Senator discusses his enduring bond with Scranton and role engaging Royals to service as the University's Leahy Distinguished Fellow.

Feature Presidential Scholars through the decades share their perspectives. Shown, top row, from left, are Patrick W. Shea ’78, Belinda Juran, Esq. ’81, Brian P. Loftus, DMD ’92. Bottom row: Ryan Surace ’03, Sara Wierbowski, M.D.’19, and Claire Sunday, J.D. ’23.
Fall 2025

Where Mental Health Meets Mission

Scranton Expands Commitment to Whole-Person Care

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Fall 2026

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The cover story of the fall issue spotlights Scranton student volunteers powered by compassion who put children with limited mobility in the driver's seat. PLUS: Generations of Presidential Scholars deliver immeasurable value and develop a culture of gratitude.  ALSO: Royals contribute through once-in-a-generation opportunities to celebrate the 250th birthday of our nation. 

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Births and Adoptions

2008

Claire M Davis Juliette Claire born December 30,2025 to Claire Davis 08 and John Carman
Milestones

2008

Stephanie Ann Berry Stephanie A. Berry, Ph.D was promoted to the rank of Professor at Tennessee Technological University.
In Memoriam

1949

Arthur Bickmeyer Arthur L. Bickmeyer Class of 1949, Vienna, Virginia on September 22

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Celebrating the 250th Birthday of Our Nation

Historic Milestones, Community Triumphs: Royals Contribute Through ‘Once-in-a-Generation’ Opportunities.

Alumni Profiles Six members of the Class of 2026, top row, from left: Sophia Ciabattoni ’26, B.S. in Accounting | Audit Associate, PricewaterhouseCoopers; Erica Czerwinski ’26, B.S. in Psychology and Philosophy | Brain, Behavior and Cognition Ph.D. Program, Washington University in St. Louis; Kieran McCormack ’23, DPT ’26, B.S. in Kinesiology, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Minor in Psychology | Residency Program, AdventHealth, Orlando, Florida; and bottom row, from left: Joseph Mazich ’26, B.S. in Business Analytics Minor in Accounting and Philosophy | Analyst, Tiffany and Co., Global Client and Performance Group, New York City; Jordyn Rumsey ’26, B.S. in Nursing, Minor in Psychology | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Nurse Resident, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia; and Maria Spinelli ’26, B.S. in Biology, Minor in Biochemistry | Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD), University of Pennsylvania. Fall 2026

Six Members of the Class of 2026 Set Out To Make Their Mark on the World.

Meet a Few Royally Accomplished Alumni.

Alumni Profiles Matt Tibbitts '14 describes his Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship (ETA) to Malaysia as the impetus for his career. “That year was transformational ... realizing this wasn’t just an important part of my life, but something I wanted to orient my career around,” said Tibbitts, who put that motivation into practice within the nonprofit landscape. Spring 2026

Matt Tibbitts ’14: From Jesuit Roots to the White House

Matt Tibbitts ’14 Charts a Global Path to Public Service

Feature The West Scranton Wrestling Alumni Association (WSWAA) and Youth Arts Coalition (YAC) secured funding for capital renovation and programs at the West Scranton Youth Center through community fundraising, private donors, grants and sponsorships. “As soon as we heard about the center, we knew we had to be involved,” said Jaime Ryan ’14, vice president, community development, PNC. Shown from left are: John Cosgrove, CEO, AllOne Foundation and Charities; Jesse Ergott, chief advancement officer at AllOne Foundation and Charities; Thom Welby, district office director Representative Bridget Kosierowski, Douglas Boyle, DBA ’88, chair and professor of accounting and director of the Ph.D. Program in accounting at Scranton’s Kania School of Management; Laura Boyle, Ryan, and Pete Danchak ’84, regional president northeast PA, PNC. Spring 2025

Royals Create a Pathway for Youth

The University of Scranton community puts Ignatian values in action by changing outcomes one child at a time. Douglas Boyle, DBA '88 and Laura Boyle champion a youth center that provides a no-cost environment for athletics, artistry and wellness; Alumni, faculty and students rally in support.

Alumni Profiles Lyndsey Collins-Praino, Ph.D. ’06, holds brain model used for instruction. Photo credit: Tavik Morgenstern Spring 2026

Playing the Long Game Against Cognitive Decline

Humanistic approach to neuroscience research leads to new understanding.

Alumni Profiles From left, Mark Biedlingmaier ’80, G’80, Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., University president, Amy Biedlingmaier Brown and Paul Biedlingmaier Jr. ’76 gather for a photo at the 2025 Scholarship Brunch. Fall 2025

Legacy of Enlightenment: The Biedlingmaier Family Scholarship/Endowment

One family with three generations of Scranton alumni bequeaths an everlasting gift of opportunity to future Royals.

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