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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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Nine University of Scranton students recently accepted awards for outstanding academic performance. The Frank O’Hara Awards, named in honor of a legendary and longtime Scranton administrator, were presented to three students each in the College of Arts and Sciences, the Leahy College of Health Sciences and the Kania School of Management. Awardees had the highest grade-point average among peers in their graduating class. Pictured, clockwise, from top left: Alexandra Beltre, Sheila Miller and Molly Grove with Carolyn Barry, Ph.D., dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; Victoria Castellanos, Ph.D., dean of the Leahy College of Health Sciences, with Olivia Gallione, Nicole Schulingkamp and Claudia Campisciano; and Mark Higgins, dean of the Kania School of Management, with Hailey Poskonka, Jessieca Aguasin and Dean Finan.
January 05, 2026

Students Receive O’Hara Awards for Academic Excellence
Nine University of Scranton students recently accepted awards for outstanding academic performance. The Frank O’Hara Awards, named in honor of a legendary and longtime Scranton administrator, were presented to three students each in the College of Arts and Sciences, the Leahy College of Health Sciences and the Kania School of Management. Awardees had the highest grade-point average among peers in their graduating class. Pictured, clockwise, from top left: Alexandra Beltre, Sheila Miller and Molly Grove with Carolyn Barry, Ph.D., dean of the College of Arts and Sciences; Victoria Castellanos, Ph.D., dean of the Leahy College of Health Sciences, with Olivia Gallione, Nicole Schulingkamp and Claudia Campisciano; and Mark Higgins, dean of the Kania School of Management, with Hailey Poskonka, Jessieca Aguasin and Dean Finan.

The awards were presented to students who had the highest grade-point averages in their respective colleges.

January 06, 2026

Save the Date for Reunion 2026 June 5-7

Spend a few summer days with your Royal Family in the place where it all began.

January 05, 2026

Accounting Professor Re-Elected as Allied Services Board Chair

Douglas M. Boyle, DBA’88, has served on the board since 2010 and was elected its chair in 2016.

January 05, 2026

University to Host Lady Royals Pre-Game Reception in Philadelphia Jan. 11

Catch up with your fellow Royals at Smokey Joe's before the Lady Royals take the court at the Palestra.

January 07, 2026

Need a Workspace for Your Creativity? Visit The University of Scranton IDEA Center at Weiss Hall

IDEA Center Director Tom Bryan explores the possibilities the center offers, including 3D printing, laser engraving, graphic design, and manufacturing equipment, as well as a podcast media studio.

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Fri, 06 Feb 2026

Art Gallery Lecture - Depictions of the Anthracite Coal Industry in Prints of the 1930s
Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Art Gallery Lecture - Pennsylvania Art Educators Association Northeast Juried Exhibition
Sun, 24 May 2026

2026 Spring Undergrad and Graduate Commencement
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