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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.

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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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Students and faculty and staff members at The University of Scranton donated hundreds of items as part of this year’s Gifts for Kids program, which distributes gifts to pre-registered families in need. The program is organized by the University’s Center for Service and Social Justice in partnership with Friends of the Poor, the Catherine McAuley Center and Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton. Helping organize the gifts, from left, are University of Scranton students Gianna Familetti, of Dalton; Jordyn Walker, of Harford; Jamile Durante, of Ransom Township; and Bryan Dominguez, of Scranton.
December 15, 2025

University Community Rallies for Gift Drive
Students and faculty and staff members at The University of Scranton donated hundreds of items as part of this year’s Gifts for Kids program, which distributes gifts to pre-registered families in need. The program is organized by the University’s Center for Service and Social Justice in partnership with Friends of the Poor, the Catherine McAuley Center and Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton. Helping organize the gifts, from left, are University of Scranton students Gianna Familetti, of Dalton; Jordyn Walker, of Harford; Jamile Durante, of Ransom Township; and Bryan Dominguez, of Scranton.

The Gifts for Kids program distributes hundreds of toys and items to local families.

December 02, 2025

University Releases 2025 Royal Ornament

Order this second entry in the Royal Ornament Collection featuring the Weinberg Memorial Library today.

December 10, 2025

Staff Senate Christmas Luncheon an Opportunity for Gratitude and Mindfulness

Staff Senate collected items in support of the Royal Restore Food Pantry. Raffle and 50/50 proceeds will benefit the University's Domestic Service Trip Program through the Center for Service and Social Justice (CSSJ).

December 05, 2025

Scranton Accounting Ph.D. Program Earns No. 1 Worldwide Research Ranking

University of Scranton Ph.D. students, graduates and faculty members are both prolific and influential in their research, the Brigham Young University Accounting Research Ranking found.

December 08, 2025

University of Scranton Students Honor High School Teachers With Kelly Awards

Three high school teachers were recognized for the roles they’ve played in Scranton students’ academic success.

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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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