Penn State Scranton marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20 with its annual commemorative luncheon event, which this year reflected the King Center’s 2026 theme, “Mission Possible II: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Nonviolent Way.” The program featured Amber Viola, a Northeastern Pennsylvania native, U.S. Navy veteran and community activist, who spoke to students, faculty, staff and local residents about service, resilience and community engagement.
Penn State Scranton will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day event on Tuesday, Jan. 20, welcoming members of the campus and local community for a public program focused on service, volunteerism and unity.
Events and activities commemorating the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. will be held over the next few weeks at several Penn State campuses. The theme for 2026 is "Undaunted Hope."
Corporate Communication major Zamarra Vrabel breaks ground with two first place awards, including a first-place national win in the National Federation of Press Women's annual contest, putting the campus' Corporate Communication program in the spotlight as well.
More than 19 first-generation students and 10 first-generation graduates were inducted into the Lambda Omicron Chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha) Honor Society at Penn State Scranton.
Penn State Scranton will celebrate Black History Month with an extraordinary performance by the Great Gambian Griots, a renowned musical group from Kora Music, on Wednesday, Feb. 5, at noon in The View Café.
As Black History Month continues, there are still many events available during the second half of February at Penn State campuses across the commonwealth. Several Zoom and online events at University Park are open to all campus communities.
Penn State Scranton commemorated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a moving celebration that brought together students, faculty and staff to honor the legacy of the civil rights leader.
Penn State Scranton continues its traditional MLK Day celebration with its Diversity Awards presentations, a cultural presentation and community service opportunities.
Penn State Scranton has announced the establishment of the Lambda Omicron Chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha (Tri-Alpha) Honor Society, a national organization dedicated to recognizing the achievements of first-generation college students.
