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Remembering Father Pilarz: Scott R. Pilarz, S.J. Scholarship Fund
Donations to the Pilarz Scholarship fund provides financial support to students at Scranton.
In This Issue
A special section on Father Pilarz, 'a pastor and teacher to the end.' PLUS: Members of the University community take stock of their losses and prepare for a springtime “rebirth" after a tumultuous year and an alumnus creates Wonderspaces.
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Alumni News
Alumni Remember Father Pilarz
The University continues to gather tributes to the late president.
Alumni News
Investing in Tomorrow With Edward M. Skovira, M.D. ‘53
For decades, Edward M. Skovira, M.D. ’53 invested in the students living and learning at The University of Scranton.
Alumni News
University To Honor Karpovich With 2021 Carlesimo Award June 14
The University of Scranton’s 2021 Carlesimo Golf Tournament & Award Dinner will be held at Glenmaura National Golf Club in Moosic on Monday, June 14.
Alumni News
University To Celebrate Day Of Giving May 6
The University of Scranton will celebrate its seventh annual Day of Giving on May 6, 2021. This year, the goal is to reach 2,427 donors by midnight on 5.06 in honor of the University’s 24th and 27th president, the Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J.
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Remembering Father Pilarz: Memorial Site
On March 17, the University launched a memorial website to honor the life and service of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., The University of Scranton’s 24th and 27th president, who passed away on March 10, 2021.
Alumni News
University Releases ‘Bridges To El Salvador: A University of Scranton Documentary’
The University recently released "Bridges To El Salvador: A University of Scranton Documentary," a video that chronicles Scranton's 20-year relationship with the people of Las Delicias, a village in El Salvador.
Athletics
COVID Testing Protocols Allow Scranton Student-Athletes Back in the Game
Scranton completes a rigorous testing program each week with each athletic team beginning in January.
Athletics
Four Fall Sports Teams Complete Successful Spring Campaign: The Scranton Journal
After having their respective fall schedules canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, four University of Scranton teams made the most of a shortened schedule.
Athletics
Athletics Spring Update
After finishing a shortened fall sports season at the end of March, the University's spring athletics teams raced into action, playing a Landmark Conference only slate of games that concluded in early May.
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Remembering Father Pilarz: Video
Highlights from Father Pilarz's tenures at Scranton are featured in these videos.
Alumni Profiles
Jessica Rothchild ’11, DPT ’14: For the Love of Scranton
A DPT alumna’s love for the Electric City steers her into a second career as an elected official.
Alumni Profiles
Patrick M. Charles ’05: Creating Wonderspaces
A Marine turned entrepreneur opens space for large-scale art.
Focus on Faculty
Focus on Faculty
Read news and highlights about faculty from the spring 2021 semester.
One-on-One
ONE-ON-ONE with Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., the Next University President
Rev. Joseph G. Marina, S.J., the newly named 29th president of The University of Scranton, answered a few questions about himself, the University, its strategic plan, the city and more in a Q&A session.
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Remembering Father Pilarz: A Timeline
Highlights from Father Pilarz's life and tenures as the University's 24th and 27th president are featured in this timeline.
On the Commons
CAS Dean Discusses the Francis Factor
Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado, Ph.D., dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, was among the distinguished panelists who participated in “The Francis Factor at Eight Years: Global Impacts, U.S. Challenges."
On the Commons
University Program News
Get a roundup of program news from the winter and spring here.
On the Commons
State of Scranton: U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright Discusses American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
The spring semester’s State of Scranton series seminar featuring Representative Matt Cartwright, U.S. House Representative for Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District was offered virtually on April 12.
On the Commons
Law Scholarship Started for Scranton STEM Grads
University alumnus William F. Demarest, Jr. ’69, established a scholarship for Scranton students attending Boston College School of Law.
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Cover Story
A Special Section on Father Pilarz: ‘A Pastor and Teacher to the End’
Father Pilarz drew on the words and lessons of Jesuits, poets and philosophers to shape and share his worldview, inspiring countless others and forever changing the face and soul of the University he dubbed the ‘miracle in the mountains.’
On the Commons
Stabler Foundation Scholarship Established
The University received a second grant from the Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Foundation to establish an endowed scholarship fund to support students who demonstrate financial need and academic potential.
On the Commons
Students Featured in News for Community-Based Learning Project
University students were quoted in an article that appeared in Yahoo! News and Scranton Times-Tribune about their experience conducting an inventory survey of Scranton businesses.
On the Commons
Grant Supports Turning a Career Into a Vocation
The University will launch an effort to extend to all four years of study a successful First-Year Seminar program that encourages student reflection on vocation.
On the Commons
Father Pilarz Memorial Website
The University has launched a memorial website to honor the life and service of Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., The University of Scranton’s 24th and 27th president, who passed away on March 10, 2021.
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‘One Foot Raised for the Journey’
Members of the University community take stock of their losses and prepare for a springtime “rebirth.”
On the Commons
A Year in the Making: The Louis Stanley Brown Black Student Union
The Black Student Union draws its name from Mr. Louis Stanley Brown, who earned a commercial degree in the Class of 1919 and is the University’s first Black graduate.
On the Commons
University Students Create Fun and Educational Science Videos for Kids
University of Scranton Magis Honors Program students have worked to create a series of fun and educational science videos for kids.
On the Commons
A Shared Experience: Ignatian Humanities
A flame ignited in the hearts of students from Jesuit universities across the globe they discussed the unique ways in which their shared experience of Ignatian humanities shape their lives around the common goal of making the world a better place for all.
On the Commons
Vaccination Clinic Held on Campus
The University partnered with Hometown Healthcare of NEPA to hold a COVID-19 vaccine clinic for students, faculty and staff in the Byron Recreation Complex on April 23.
On the Commons
Students Share Their Take on the New University Strategic Plan
In fall 2020, the University approved a new strategic plan. Comprised of five goals, the plan articulates our community’s shared commitments to grow and improve the University in the years to come.
On the Commons
University Plans In-Person Activities, Classes
The University of Scranton announced plans for its return to fully in-person classes for fall, as well as in-person Commencement ceremonies in May 2021.
