Group of students smiling on the Dionne Green

Scranton is a private Catholic and Jesuit institution that delivers a transformative education, grounded in the liberal arts.

Four students in a group study area in the science center

At The University of Scranton, our rigorous, in-depth education provides the field-specific knowledge and competencies needed for professional success.

Weinberg Memorial Library

Pre-Med / Pre-Health

At The University of Scranton, our rigorous, in-depth education provides the field-specific knowledge and competencies needed for professional success.

Become a Royal! Scranton offers the perfect combination of academic environment, social experience, and personal support our students need to build successful lives and careers.

Large group shot of various Alumni on the balcony of the library

Student Life is vibrant and varied, from ministries-based programs and leadership initiatives to student-run activities, clubs and organizations.

With more than 51,000 Scranton graduates out there, connecting with fellow alumni couldn't be easier, and we're here to help!

Home > Academics > Office of the Provost > New Faculty Profiles >

Michael Allison, Ph.D.

EXCELLENCE IN INTEGRATING MISSION AND JUSTICE INTO THE CURRICULUM

This award honors a faculty member whose special efforts ensure that students have a keen understanding and appreciation of the realities of the world, including pressing justice issues in a local, national and global context. The award recognizes the efforts of a faculty member dedicated to the service of faith and promotion of justice, as it relates to his or her teaching. Dr. Michael Allison is this years awardee.

Dr. Allison came to the University in 2006 after receiving his Ph.D. from Florida State University and is currently Professor and Chair in the Department of Political Science. He has also worked on behalf of the Latin American Studies Program, teaching a wide range of courses including Human Rights in Latin America; September 11, 2001 and Beyond; and War and Peace in El Salvador-designed to increase students understanding of international issues. Dr. Allison has also served as a trip leader for Bridges to El Salvador and The Kino Border Initiative. He regularly works on asylum cases for people fleeing violence in El Salvador and Guatemala. In addition, Dr. Allison has been a leader in the Jesuit Universities Humanitarian Action Network and will co-host the organization's Leadership Conference on our campus this June.

Go back

Michael Allison, Ph.D.

Office of the Provost / Academic Affairs

Undergraduate Admissions

Graduate Program Admissions