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Inspired by our Catholic and Jesuit mission, this is where uncommon care leads to uncommon excellence. Where "Best of" is our norm. We are called the Royals but have no need for crowns because everyone's individuality is equally valued.

It's what we have in common that makes US so uncommon.

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Named among the friendliest and healthiest universities, with dining and residence halls ranked among the best in the nation, no matter where you’re from, there’s a feeling of belonging and comfort here.

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Robert S. and Marilyn A. Weiss Hall

The nearly 90,000 square-foot center for workforce development, applied research and outreach, located on the 300 block of Madison Avenue, was dedicated Sept. 3, 2025.
The four-story building includes state-of-the-art specialized laboratories, training and education spaces and will be home to two academic departments, student health and wellness. 

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The University of Scranton’s Department of Accounting in the Kania School of Management is No. 1 worldwide in the Main Ph.D. Program Rankings for All Education Publications 2025 in the most recent six years, according to the Brigham Young University 2025 Accounting Research Rankings. The University’s Department of Accounting also earned the No. 1 national research ranking from a study in “Management Accounting Quarterly.” Additionally, several University of Scranton graduates and Ph.D. faculty members also rank highly in their individual categories measuring productivity and impact. Clockwise, from top left: Douglas M. Boyle, DBA ’88, Accounting Department chair and professor; James F. Boyle, DBA ’86, associate professor; Amanda S. Marcy Ph.D. ’10, G’11, Ph.D.’20, assistant professor; and Ashley L. Stampone, Ph.D. ’10, G’11, Ph.D.’23, assistant professor.
February 23, 2026

Scranton Accounting Research: Chair, Ph.D. Program, Department Earn No. 1 National and Worldwide Rankings
The University of Scranton’s Department of Accounting in the Kania School of Management is No. 1 worldwide in the Main Ph.D. Program Rankings for All Education Publications 2025 in the most recent six years, according to the Brigham Young University 2025 Accounting Research Rankings. The University’s Department of Accounting also earned the No. 1 national research ranking from a study in “Management Accounting Quarterly.” Additionally, several University of Scranton graduates and Ph.D. faculty members also rank highly in their individual categories measuring productivity and impact. Clockwise, from top left: Douglas M. Boyle, DBA ’88, Accounting Department chair and professor; James F. Boyle, DBA ’86, associate professor; Amanda S. Marcy Ph.D. ’10, G’11, Ph.D.’20, assistant professor; and Ashley L. Stampone, Ph.D. ’10, G’11, Ph.D.’23, assistant professor.

The University’s Ph.D. in Accounting program and the department chair each earned No. 1 worldwide rankings in their respective divisions.

February 19, 2026

Nonprofit Leadership Program Celebrates 2026 Graduates

The University of Scranton celebrated the graduation of 19 community leaders who participated in the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate Program.

February 19, 2026

'Next-Level' Concert, Featuring Sidney Outlaw and Chris Johnson, on Feb. 28

The concert, presented by Performance Music at The University of Scranton, is free and open to the public with seating on a first-come, first-seated basis.

February 18, 2026

Scranton’s Dr. John Norcross Celebrated as a ‘Top 0.05%’ Scholar

The ScholarGPS website ranks educators based on the productivity, impact and quality of their research and writing.

February 20, 2026

Waymarks Opening: 'A Feast in the Wilderness' to Feature Lecture, Concert and More

The inaugural celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 8. Three of the four movements are free and open to the public.

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Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Advancing Decision Sciences with Artificial Intelligence - Swarm Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, and Executive AI Leadership
Fri, 27 Feb 2026

The Spitfire Grill, A Musical Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff, presented by The Academic Theatre Program
Sat, 28 Feb 2026

Regional National History Day
Sat, 28 Feb 2026

In Recital - Sidney Outlaw, baritone voice and Christopher Johnson, organ\/piano\/harpsichord
Thu, 05 Mar 2026

3rd Annual World Languages Day - MAKE YOURSELF MORE (interesting than AI)
Sat, 28 Mar 2026

Accepted Students Day
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