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Marywood Earns Impressive Placements in 2025 Niche College Rankings
Marywood University earned impressive placements both nationally and statewide in this year's rankings by Niche, the leading platform connecting students and families with colleges and schools.
20x20 Posters for Peace and the Hexagon Project in Kresge Gallery
A collaborative and interactive exhibit, 20x20 Posters for Peace and the Hexagon Project, is on display in the Kresge Gallery in the Insalaco Center for Studio Arts. The exhibit runs through October 30.
Construction Management Program Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Special Announcement
The Oct. 9 event will recognize the Sordoni Family by naming the Sordoni Construction Management Program in honor of their generosity in support of the first and only four-year construction management program in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Marywood's Center for Law, Justice & Policy Hosting Speaker Series in October
The series provides the opportunity for those interested in law, justice, and policy to hear from professionals working on the frontlines of legal practice.
Marywood University’s Quality and Value Recognized by U.S. News “Best Colleges” for 2025
Marywood continues to offer the “Best Value” among Northeast Pennsylvania universities, according to the 2025 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges ranking.
Fall Theatre Production: Mad Forest by Caryl Churchill (Oct. 3-6)
The Marywood University Music, Theatre, and Dance department will present Mad Forest by Caryl Churchill as its major fall theatre production. Performances will run from Thursday, Oct. 3, through Sunday, Oct. 6.
MUSOA and Center for Urban Studies Partner to Light Up the Everhart (Sept. 26 & 27)
The students will transform the exterior of the Everhart Museum into a stunning animated canvas during the Scranton Fringe Festival.
Constitution Day Talk: History of Voting Rights in Pennsylvania (Sept. 17)
Local historian EJ Murphy will explore voting rights in Pennsylvania in the late 1830s and the subsequent constitutional changes that came with the intense debates over suffrage and voting rights for Black Pennsylvanians.
Marywood Athletic Teams Recognized for Academic Excellence
Several Marywood University Pacers athletics teams were recognized recently by their respective coaches’ associations for their academic excellence.
2nd Annual Cruisin’ for a Cause Car Show to Benefit St. Joseph’s Center
Various student and alumni groups are collaborating with the Pharoahs Car Club and the Coal Crackers Car Club for the event on Sunday, September 22, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Multimedia Communication Students Nominated for Mid-Atlantic Regional Emmy
A group of students in Marywood University’s Multimedia Communication program have been nominated for a student Emmy Award in the Mid-Atlantic Region's College/University Student Production Live Sporting Event/Game category.
Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion Dedicated
The $11.5 million Pascucci Family Health Sciences Pavilion is a realization of Marywood's commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities for education in the health sciences.
Psy.D. Program Reaccredited for 10 Years by the American Psychological Association
In its notification, the APA's Commission on Accreditation recognized the quality of training and education provided by Marywood’s Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology.
Marywood Psy.D. Students to Offer Summer Anxiety Skills Group to Community
Two Psy.D. students, Eve Galloway and Nic Coccodrilli, are offering the free sessions through the office of Dr. Bree Riley, a local psychologist and Marywood alumna.
Dr. Jeff Kegolis Recognized as Higher Education Trailblazer
Marywood's Vice President for the Student Experience was named to City & State PA's prestigious 2024 listing of Higher Education Trailblazers.
Sister Mary Persico, IHM Encourages 2024 Graduates to Reflect on Choices at Milestone Moments
More than 800 students were part of Marywood’s 106th annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
2024 Commencement Medalists Announced
The bestowal of medals for academic excellence and achievement is occurring Friday, May 17, 2024, during various Hooding and Honors ceremonies on campus.
Marywood Students Join Annual AICUP Day on the Hill
A group of six Marywood students and a staff member were among 170 attendees from 23 different schools to participate in the annual Pennsylvania education advocacy event.
Retiring President Sister Mary Persico, IHM, Ed.D. to Address Class of 2024
Sister Mary, who will retire on June 30, will address graduates at Marywood University’s 106th Commencement on May 18, 2024, and will be recognized with a special tribute at the ceremony.
Lisa A. Lori, J.D. Elected as Marywood University's First Lay President
Atty. Lori, a Marywood graduate, formerly served as Board Chair. She will begin her presidential tenure on July 1, 2024.

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A view of Marywood's Liberal Arts Center in the fall with blue sky. Marywood Earns Impressive Placements in 2025 Niche College Rankings

Marywood Earns Impressive Placements in 2025 Niche College Rankings

Marywood University earned impressive placements both nationally and statewide in this year's rankings by Niche, the leading platform connecting students and families with colleges and schools.

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20x20 Posters for Peace and the Hexagon Project in Kresge Gallery

A collaborative and interactive exhibit, 20x20 Posters for Peace and the Hexagon Project, is on display in the Kresge Gallery in the Insalaco Center for Studio Arts. The exhibit runs through October 30.

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Construction Management Program Celebrates 1st Anniversary with Special Announcement

The Oct. 9 event will recognize the Sordoni Family by naming the Sordoni Construction Management Program in honor of their generosity in support of the first and only four-year construction management program in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

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