The University of Scranton

The University of Scranton conferred 48 doctor of physical therapy degrees and 668 master's degrees at its post-baccalaureate commencement on May 31 in the Byron Recreation Complex. Sister Maryalice Jacquinot, IHM, president and CEO of St. Joseph's Center in Scranton, was the principal speaker at the Jesuit university's graduate school commencement. She also received an honorary degree from the University at the ceremony.

University of Scranton students were inducted into Phi Alpha Theta the international honor society for history.

University of Scranton students were inducted into Pi Mu Epsilon, the national honor society for mathematics majors.

The University of Scranton conferred nearly 900 bachelor's and associate degree at its undergraduate commencement June 1 at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre. Graduates of the Jesuit university included three recipients of prestigious Fulbright scholarships for the 2014-2015 academic year. The Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of the Diocese of Scranton, served as the principal speaker and received an honorary degree from the University at the ceremony.

Four University of Scranton graduates were selected to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Four University of Scranton graduates were selected to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Four University of Scranton graduates were selected to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Area residents were among the 42 University of Scranton students inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities, at a ceremony held recently on campus. The Scranton chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu was founded in 1943 and is the oldest honor society at The University of Scranton. Juniors, seniors and graduate students who have distinguished themselves in scholarship, loyalty and service are eligible for membership. The following area students were inducted into the honor society:

Four University of Scranton graduates were selected to receive Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards for the 2014-2015 academic year.

Area residents are among the 31 University of Scranton education majors who will serve as student teachers during the spring semester at 24 schools in 13 school districts, which include Old Forge, Pittston Area, Abington Heights, Diocese of Scranton, Valley View, Mid Valley, Riverside, Scranton, Forest City, Dunmore, Wayne Highlands, North Pocono and Lakeland.

The University of Scranton has announced it's Dean's List, which recognizes students for academic excellence during the 2013 fall semester. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours to make the Dean's List. The list includes students from the Jesuit university's College of Arts and Sciences, the Kania School of Management, the Panuska College of Professional Studies and the College of Graduate and Continuing Education. More than 1,380 students were named to the 2013 fall semester Dean's List, including the following area residents.

Local residents were among the officers named to student clubs and organizations at The University of Scranton for the 2013-2014 academic year.

Area residents were among the 14 University of Scranton graduates who will work for long-term service projects with nonprofit organizations and underserved populations in states throughout the country after graduation. Organizations and programs include Teach for America and the Jesuit Volunteer Corps. The following local residents committed to long-term service projects.

Area resident are among the 21 University of Scranton education majors who will serve as student teachers during the fall semester at 14 schools in nine school districts, which include Abington Heights, Bear Creek, Carbondale, Dunmore, Forest City, North Pocono, Scranton, Valley View and Wayne Highlands. Following is a list of local students who are serving as student teachers during the fall semester.

Local students are among the just 50 orientation assistants at The University of Scranton. Orientation assistants help assimilate incoming students to college life during sessions held for freshmen and their families during the summer. The following area residents were named as orientation assistants at the Jesuit university.

Local residnets were among the 137 University of Scranton students who completed the Scranton Emerging Leaders program during the 2012-2013 academic year. The program is a series of weekly workshops for students to develop and enhance leadership skills at the Jesuit university. The program focuses on communication, social change and leadership style. Local students completing the program are listed below.

The University of Scranton has announced it's Dean's List, which recognizes students for academic excellence during the 2013 spring semester. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours to make the Dean's List. The list includes students from the Jesuit university's College of Arts and Sciences, the Kania School of Management, the Panuska College of Professional Studies and the College of Graduate and Continuing Education. More than 1,490 students were named to the 2013 spring semester Dean's List, including the following area residents.

The following local students were added to The University of Scranton Dean's List for the fall 2012 semester after publication of the list in January. The Dean's List recognizes students for academic excellence each semester. A student must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a minimum number of credit hours to make the Dean's List. The list includes students from the Jesuit university's College of Arts and Sciences, the Kania School of Management, the Panuska College of Professional Studies and the College of Graduate and Continuing Education. Local students added to the fall 2012 Dean's List are listed below.

The University of Scranton conferred 1,735 degrees - the largest number of degrees in its history - at two commencement ceremonies this weekend, including more than 900 bachelor's and associate degrees at its undergraduate commencement on May 26 at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre. Graduates included recipients of some of the nation's most prestigious scholarships, including the Truman Scholarship, Goldwater Scholarship and five Fulbright scholarships. Sandra Postel, a respected author, scholar, lecturer and consultant on global water protection, and director of the Global Water Policy Project, served as commencement speaker. "I've devoted my life to the science and understanding of sustainability - the concept of inter-generational justice and stewardship that basically says we should aim to meet the needs of our present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs," said Postel, who advised graduates to find their niche -the intersection of "what you love" and "what you're good at." "Find your niche -- and don't be afraid to experiment and try new things until you do. It's been said that the two most important days of our lives are the day we were born and the day we understand why," said Postel. "And, never doubt that your story and your niche in this world matter." Postel, who received an honorary degree from the University at the ceremony, also advised graduates to keep "the tradition of service with you, because nothing can bring you more happiness or fulfillment than serving a cause greater than yourself." In addition to the remarks by Postel, University of Scranton President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., addressed the graduates and their guests. Graduates represent 13 states, including Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Virginia. Majors with the most graduates in 2013 are biology, nursing, accounting, exercise science, communication, psychology and occupational therapy. Local graduates earning undergraduate degrees include the following.

The University of Scranton conferred 65 doctoral degrees in physical therapy and 748 master's degrees at its commencement on May 25 on campus. Graduates of the Jesuit university represented 38 states, including Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas and Virginia. Programs with the most graduates at Scranton were educational administration, curriculum and instruction, MBA, occupational therapy and physical therapy. Austin Burke, president of the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, served as the principal speaker. A leader in community development for four decades, Burke has served as the chamber's president since 1981. He served in Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell's cabinet as secretary for community and economic development. "Graduates, the master's degree you earned today will help you to prepare for a lifetime of surprises," said Burke. "You will encounter challenges and frustrations, as well as moments of pure euphoria. My hope is that your euphoria will be intense and richly satisfying; that your euphoria will be the result of endeavors which benefit our children and grandchildren." University of Scranton President Kevin P. Quinn, S.J., also addressed the graduates and their guests. Degrees were conferred by Father Quinn to candidates presented by W. Jeffrey Welsh, Ph.D., dean of the College of Graduate and Continuing Education. The following area residents received post-baccalaureate degrees from The University of Scranton.

Several local students were among The University of Scranton students inducted into Omega Beta Sigma, the women's business honor society. Founded at the Jesuit university in 1982, this organization is for students who major or minor in business, have at least sophomore standing, and have a grade point average of 3.25. The following area residents were inducted into the honor society.

Several local students were recently inducted into Tau Upsilon Alpha, the national honor society for counseling and human services at The University of Scranton. The University's chapter recognizes academic excellence of undergraduate students majoring in counseling and human services. The students inducted into the honor society at the Jesuit university are as follows:

Several area residents were among The University of Scranton students inducted into Psi Chi, the national honor society in psychology. Founded in 1931, this organization has chapters in 1,054 colleges and universities in all 50 states. The Jesuit university's chapter was installed in 1969. For membership, students must major or minor in psychology, ranking in the top 35th percentile of their class and maintain superior scholarship in psychology. The following area residents were inducted into the honor society.

Several area residents were among The University of Scranton students inducted into Pi Mu Epsilon, the national honor society for mathematics. Inductees must be mathematics majors in their junior or senior year with an overall grade point average of 3.33 and a 3.50 average in mathematics. Biomathematics majors who meet the criteria can be nominated. The Jesuit university's chapter was installed in February 1973. The following area residents were inducted into the honor society.

Several local students were recently inducted into Beta Beta Beta, the national honor society for biology at The University of Scranton. The University's chapter was established in 1994. For membership, students must be a junior or senior with a 3.0 or higher grade point average in biology and have completed at least three biology courses, inlcuding one upper level course. Students must also be in good academic standing at the Jesuit university. The students inducted into the honor society at the Jesuit university are as follows:

Local residents were among The University of Scranton students inducted into Upsilon Pi Epsilon, the international honor society for computing and information disciplines founded in 1967. The Jesuit university's Gamma chapter was established in 1985. Upsilon Pi Epsilon recognizes academic excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate leves in computing and information disciplines and is endorsed by the professional organizations of the Association for Computing Machinery and the IEEE Computer Society. Area residents inducted into the honor society are as follows.

Several local students were recently inducted into Phi Lambda Upsilon, the national honor society for chemistry established in 1899. Scranton's chapter, Beta Kappa, was chartered in 1975 and recognizes students with 24 credits in chemistry who have achieved grade point average of 3.0 or higher. The students inducted into the honor society at the Jesuit university are as follows:

Local residents were among The University of Scranton students inducted into Phi Alpha Theta, the international honor society in history founded in 1921. The Jesuit university's Mu Rho chapter was established in 1967. For membership, students must have completed 12-credits in history and have a grade point average of 3.33 of above in history and have an overall rank within the top 35% of his or her class. Area residents inducted into the honor society are as follows.

Area residents were among the 78 University of Scranton students inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the national honor society for students in Jesuit colleges and universities, at a ceremony held recently on campus. The Scranton chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu was founded in 1943 and is the oldest honor society at The University of Scranton. Juniors, seniors and graduate students who have distinguished themselves in scholarship, loyalty and service are eligible for membership. The following area students were inducted into the honor society:

Several local residents are among 49 The University of Scranton students serving as student teachers during the spring semester.