Feature
Cover Story
In Solidarity with Syria
The University community brings attention to the Syrian and broader global refugee crisis.
In This Issue
The University community brings attention to the Syrian and broader global refugee crisis. PLUS: Read spotlights on the Accounting Department Professional Alumni Council and the MHA study-abroad program, a model for global graduate education.
Feature
Cover Story
Alumni News
A World of Good
Joanne Kelly and Bill Kelly Sr. lost their son, Bill Jr. ’93, during the September 11 attacks. That dark day caused unspeakable pain for their tight-knit family. But in the days and years that followed, many acts of kindness in response to the tragedy have proved to the Kellys that there is still a lot of goodness in the world.
Alumni News
Presidential Scholars Receive a World of Opportunity
More than 150 students have been honored with a Presidential Scholarship over the past 14 years, supported in great part by the generosity of members and benefactors of the University’s President’s Business Council (PBC).
Alumni News
The President’s Business Council 14th Annual Award Dinner Honors Francis J. Pearn ’83, P’16
The PBC 14th Annual Award Dinner held last October at the Pierre Hotel in New York City had a student-centered focus, setting a new tone during the black-tie gala.
Alumni News
From Wall Street to the Hardwoods - Joseph Vaszily ’95
On April 6, 2014, Joseph Vaszily ’95 stood on the court of Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, taking it all in: Twenty-two thousand screaming fans. All the cameras. The bright lights. An NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Final Four game was just moments away, and Vaszily was filled with excitement and pride.
Feature
The Bottom Line
The ADPAC ensures that University accounting students are at the top of their game.
Alumni News
Tax Credit Funding for Educational Organizations
The University of Scranton Early Learning Center, which opened in September at 528 Quincy Avenue in Scranton’s Hill Section, is the second University initiative that has received approval for Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) from the Department of Community and Economic Development.
Alumni News
Behind the Scenes of the Alumni Society Advisory Board
The Alumni Society Advisory Board (ASAB), made up of 24 dedicated men and women, sets direction, reviews progress and suggests a future course for the Alumni Society as a whole.
Alumni News
Half a Century Later, Still a ‘Treasure’
A lot of things come and go in 50 years, but at Scranton, Bob Zelno’s presence has been a constant. This June, the longtime staff member will be joined by his classmates for their 50th reunion celebration, exactly one half century after their graduation day.
Alumni News
A Song of Pride
Kathleen Fisher, Ph.D.’80 remembers penning the lyrics to Scranton’s alma mater as a student.
Feature
A Partnership That has Transcended Time
The University’s MHA study-abroad program is a model for global graduate education.
Alumni News
Save the Date, Carlesimo Golf Tournament and Award Dinner
Save the Date, June 20, 2016, for the Carlesimo Golf Tournament & Award Dinner at Saucon Valley Country Club.
Alumni News
The Estate Society
Reflect on your Legacy… and Create a Better Tomorrow. Join The Estate Society Today.
Alumni News
Getting Involved
There are many ways for Scranton alumni to be involved with the University and connect with fellow graduates. Attending or planning events on and off campus, encouraging prospective students to apply to the University, serving as a career mentor, hosting internships and providing philanthropic support are just a few.
Athletics
Men’s Soccer Makes Tourney Run
The men’s soccer team capped a banner 2015 season in the middle of November, as the team qualified for the NCAA Tournament and won a first-round match (2-0 over UMass-Boston), before bowing out in the second round to St. Lawrence (2-0).
Athletics
Martin Named Director of Athletics
The University began a new era in athletics in August when Dave Martin was named director of Athletics. Martin comes to the University after serving an 11-year tenure as director of athletics at Misericordia University in Dallas.
Athletics
University Inducts Six Into Wall of Fame
The six newest members of the University’s Athletics Wall of Fame were inducted in February, during a ceremony held between games of the men’s and women’s basketball doubleheader against Juniata in the Long Center.
Athletics
More Fall Athletics Highlights
Athletics photos and news from the fall are featured here.
Alumni Profiles
The Commentator: Kathleen Sprows Cummings, Ph.D. ’93 G’93
A history professor covers the papal visit, live.
Alumni Profiles
First in Class: The Wierbowski Family
An alumni couple raises three Presidential Scholars, with gentle guidance.
Alumni Profiles
A (Very Busy) Life in Service to Others: Jason Silvernail ’96, G’97, DPT ’06
Lt. Colonel Jason Silvernail, DPT, leads in his field.
On the Panuska Commons
A Scranton Education Pays Off, According to Several Recent Reports
Scranton received consistent recognition for its economic value in 2015, particularly for the impact the University has on the earnings of its graduates.
On the Panuska Commons
Renovated School Blessed as Early Learning Center and Graduate Apartment Complex
University President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., blessed the former Madison School in the historic Hill Section as an early childhood learning center and graduate student housing complex.
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A Gift for Leahy Hall
On Nov. 23, Don and Lisa Shauger, with their son Donnie Shauger ’16, presented University President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., with a replica of Neilson Carlin’s “The Holy Family.”
On the Panuska Commons
‘Ready to Lead’ Training is Held at Scranton
This past summer, The University of Scranton hosted 16 current and rising principals from the NativityMiguel Coalition for “Ready to Lead” training on effective educational leadership in impoverished urban communities.
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Presidential Scholar Becomes First Scranton Student to Earn Mitchell Scholarship
Christopher Kilner was among just 12 undergraduate and graduate students in the United States chosen as a 2017 George J. Mitchell Scholar.
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University Organizes Efforts to Bring Attention to Syrian Refugee Crisis
Faculty, staff and students organized a series of educational programs, advocacy opportunities and prayer activities to bring attention to the Syrian and broader global refugee crises.
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Nine Named Presidential Scholars
The University has awarded nine students four-year, full-tuition Presidential Scholarships.
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Sustainability Symposium Devoted to Pope’s Encyclical on the Environment
The University’s Fall Sustainability Symposium examined Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si’. More than 200 guests attended the event, titled “Care for our Common Home, World in Crisis.”
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Center for Career Development Hosts its First Job and Internship Fair
More than 50 local and national companies in a wide variety of industries had tables at the Center for Career Development’s first Job and Internship Fair. Companies included Coca-Cola, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, among many others.
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Students, Faculty and Staff Watch Pope Francis’ Historic Address to Congress
The University’s Education for Justice Program, the Office of Campus Ministries and the Office of Sustainability hosted a live video stream broadcast of Pope Francis’ address to a joint session of Congress for students, faculty and staff.
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Events Commemorate the Life and Work of Dorothy Day
In observance of the 35th anniversary of the death of Dorothy Day in 2015, a cooperative series of events about her life and work was held at Marywood University and The University of Scranton.
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Sister Helen Prejean Discusses Dead Man Walking
“The Royal Reads Program creates a shared experience for our first-year class through the reading of a carefully selected book,” said Rebecca Haggerty, assistant dean for programs and assessment.
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The University Dedicates Edward R. Leahy Jr. Hall
The University dedicated Edward R. Leahy Jr. Hall, its new, state-of-the-art, eight-story building on Linden Street and Jefferson Avenue, at a ceremony on Sept. 18.
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A Women’s Retreat, 35 Years and Going Strong
Rev. G. Donald Pantle, S.J., 87, makes his way from his home in Baltimore, Maryland, to the Retreat Center at Chapman Lake for the faculty and staff women’s retreat every year. This year, he celebrated 35 years of leading the women’s retreat.
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Pro Bono Services now Offered for Those with Low Vision
Although people with low vision are not blind, daily tasks can become quite difficult for them. However, with therapy and an adapted environment, there is no reason they cannot remain independent.
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First Students Participate in The University of Scranton and Geisinger RN to BSN Partnership Program
This fall, The University of Scranton and Geisinger Health System began an expedited bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) program for registered nurses working for Geisinger.
On the Panuska Commons
Fall 2015 Lectures
The University welcomed many distinguished lecturers this past semester. Below is a list of select lectures by speakers who visited us in the fall.
One-on-One
One-on-one with Chris Whitney G’06, Center for Career Development
"The students at The University of Scranton are known for their work ethic and heart. What I have experienced firsthand — and what employers have told me — is that you can “depend on” a Scranton student. That means the world to me."
Focus on Faculty
Faculty News
A collection of faculty news from the fall and winter 2015 is below, featuring everything from awardees to faculty-student collaboration.
