The Perks of Starting Your Second-Year of College

The Perks of Starting Your Second-Year of College By Anthony Muclada – Staff Writer We are now several weeks into the fall semester here at The University of Scranton. As with my previous semesters, it has been a total blast so far. However, I feel this semester has been way better than my previous semesters, […]

WUSR Show Schedule Fall 2022 

WUSR Show Schedule Fall 2022 By Kelly Nee – Editor In Chief Interested in listening to a new station? Check out our university’s very own student-run radio station 99.5 WUSR. Here’s the full schedule:  Monday at 3 p.m. –  “Listening with Lola”   Monday at 5 p.m. – “Kiera and Libby”  Tuesday at 11 a.m. –  […]

Women’s Soccer Extends Winning Streak to Five

Women’s Soccer Extends Winning Streak to Five By Bryson Eldridge – Co-Managing Editor Scranton women’s soccer extended their winning streak to five after a late game goal against conference opponent Moravian.   After a tough start to the season, the women’s soccer team has found their groove winning eight of their last nine only dropping a […]

UPSB Midnight Madness

UPSB Midnight Madness By Victoria Scruse – Staff Writer Before diving into the UPSB Event Midnight Madness, let me first give you some insight on how it all began.   In 1992, Midnight Madness was held for the first time as a late-night studying break during the final week of exams. Since then, the tradition continued […]

Matt Cartwright Talks Policy With University Students

Matt Cartwright Talks Policy With University Students By Victoria Scruse and Jackson Feiner  – Staff Writers On November 8, people across Pennsylvania will be heading to the polls for the statewide elections. People will vote for governor, senator and in some districts, their congressperson.   The University of Scranton and the greater NEPA area belong to Pennsylvania’s […]

 New Asian Market Opens in Downtown Scranton 

New Asian Market Opens in Downtown Scranton  By Leandria Hercules  – Staff Writer The Spice Asian Market is now a part of the downtown Scranton business community.   In the mood for noodles or snacks? Looking to spice up your sauce pantry? The market has different options for everyone, including art lovers. Not only do they […]

President’s Business Council Raises $1.1 Million at Annual Dinner  

President’s Business Council Raises $1.1 Million at Annual Dinner   By Kyra Krzywicki  – Staff Writer The University of Scranton’s President’s Business Council raised over $1.1 million for the Presidential Scholarship endowment, honored distinguished guests for their commitment to the University and allowed current students to network with alumni at their recent 21st annual dinner.   Every year, […]

 PA Governor Bout: Shapiro v. Mastriano  

PA Governor Bout: Shapiro v. Mastriano  By Jackson Feiner – Staff Writer 2022 is full of elections across the country. On November 8 Pennsylvania voters will be heading to the polls to place their ballot.   Pennsylvania has two monumental elections coming up in November, the gubernatorial and Senate race.   Lackawanna county has three big elections […]

Teachers Union Wins First Contract In Five Years

Teachers Union Wins First Contract In Five Years By Alexander Nunez – Staff Writer The labor union representing the University of Scranton faculty has won a new contract five years after its most recent contract. The victory comes after negotiations were delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.   The union, called the Faculty Affairs Council, is […]

  Men’s Basketball Officially Begins Practice  

Men’s Basketball Officially Begins Practice By Bryson Eldridge  – Co-Managing Editor The Scranton Men’s Basketball program started their 2022-2023 campaign with their first official practice in the Long Center Saturday.   The roster, under head coach Carl Danzig, showcases a mix of young talented first-years but is balanced out with a senior class filled with experience.   The […]