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- Scranton is a private Catholic and Jesuit institution that delivers a transformative education, grounded in the liberal arts.
  Scranton is a private Catholic and Jesuit institution that delivers a transformative education, grounded in the liberal arts.
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- At The University of Scranton, our rigorous, in-depth education provides the field-specific knowledge and competencies needed for professional success.
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Inspired by our Catholic and Jesuit mission, this is a rigorous education designed for personal and professional success. Regardless of the path you choose, there are fundamental skills and attributes that leading employers and graduate schools want – and that our university provides.

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KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

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In answer to the call by Pope Francis to “Care for Our Common Home,” The University of Scranton unveiled its seven-year plan to become designated as a Laudato Si’ University by the Vatican at an event on campus on Sept. 19. Speaking at the event were, from left: Karla Shaffer, Student Government president and a senior political science major at Scranton; Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry and co-chair of the University’s Laudato Si’ Initiative; Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs and co-chair of the University’s Laudato Si’ Initiative; Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president; and Janice Voltzow, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Biology Department.

September 20, 2023

Scranton Answers Pope’s Call to Care for Our Common Home

In answer to the call by Pope Francis to “Care for Our Common Home,” The University of Scranton unveiled its seven-year plan to become designated as a Laudato Si’ University by the Vatican at an event on campus on Sept. 19. Speaking at the event were, from left: Karla Shaffer, Student Government president and a senior political science major at Scranton; Daniel Cosacchi, Ph.D., vice president for mission and ministry and co-chair of the University’s Laudato Si’ Initiative; Michelle Maldonado, Ph.D., provost and senior vice president for academic affairs and co-chair of the University’s Laudato Si’ Initiative; Rev. Joseph Marina, S.J., president; and Janice Voltzow, Ph.D., professor and chair of the Biology Department.

The University of Scranton begins a seven-year process for Vatican designation as a Laudato Si’ University.

September 26, 2023

Annual U.S. Conference on Disability Set for Oct. 5

The 22nd Annual U.S. Conference on Disability returns, in-person, with award-winning documentary director among presenters.

September 20, 2023

Leading Expert to Discuss Comparative Theology

Harvard professor Francis X. Clooney, S.J., to Give Slattery Center for Ignatian Humanities Lecture on Comparative Theology on Sept 28.

September 27, 2023

Tips for Before, During and After Sept. 29 Career Expo

The University of Scranton Roche Family Center for Career Development invites students of all majors to visit the Fall 2023 Career Expo on Friday, Sept. 29. Director Lori Moran shares suggestions for every step of the process.

September 26, 2023

Fulbright Scholar Joshua Hartmann Presents: 'Germany'

All students, faculty and staff are invited to the Global Insights event that will featured Joshua Hartmann presenting a discussion on Germany, Thursday, Oct. 12 at 11:30 a.m. in the Kane Forum.

Upcoming Events

August 28, 2023

2023 Fall - Classes Begin

2023 Fall: Classes Begin

September 28, 2023

Fr. Clooney Lecture

Fr. Clooney will discuss his work in Comparative Theology. In particular, he will talk about: What is Comparative...

October 12, 2023

J.R. McNeill - Bison Hide, Elephant Tusk, and Sperm Whale Oil-The Industrial Revolution and the Late Holocene Depletions ca. 1800-1920

Humanities Forum Lecture: â€œBison Hide, Elephant Tusk, and Sperm Whale Oil: The Industrial Revolution and the â€˜Late Holocene Depletionsâ€™ ca. 1800-1920â€By J.R. McNeill, Distinguished...

October 22, 2023

Fall Open House I

Join us at our Open House and learn allÂ that Scranton has to offer.Attend presentations, take a campus tour, and meet with faculty, students, coaches and staff.Â Registration...

November 05, 2023

Fall Open House II

Join us at our Open House and learn allÂ that Scranton has to offer.Attend presentations, take a campus tour, and meet with faculty, students, coaches and staff.Â Registration...

May 19, 2024

2024 Spring - Undergrad and Graduate Commencement

2024 Spring: Undergrad and Graduate Commencement

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