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Kara Stone poses outside fo the library building with her award plaque

Scranton English professor Kara Stone receives prestigious Atherton Award

Penn State Scranton's Assistant Teaching Professor of English Kara Stone has been honored with the George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching for her outstanding contributions to teaching and student support. The award recognizes her dedication to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment while empowering students to achieve their personal best.
a group of students show off their award certificates onstage at the annual dinner event

Students recognized for campus involvement, academic rigor and community service

Continuing an annual tradition, Penn State Scranton honored students, faculty and staff for their commitment to campus life at the year-end Student Recognition Dinner on April 17, in the View Café. Over 100 people attended the dinner, which recognized students who have distinguished themselves through their campus involvement, academic rigor and community service.
A post it note with a message to be kind is displayed on a bulletin board

Penn State Scranton promotes random acts of kindness

In an effort to foster a culture of kindness and connectivity, Penn State Scranton launched a Random Acts of Kindness initiative this spring spearheaded by Assistant Teaching Professor of Arts and Humanities Jim Hart and Coordinator of Counseling and Psychological Services Sarah Smith.
IST student marshal, Erica Davis

Meet the Marshal: IST student marshal, Erica Davis

Meet Erica Davis, Penn State Scranton's IST student marshal, who will lead the group of IST grads at the campus' 56th commencement ceremony on May 4 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Davis shared insights about her Penn State Scranton journey, future plans, and advice for incoming students:
Biology student marshal, Abigail Gaebel

Meet the Marshal: Biology student marshal, Abigail Gaebel

Meet Abigail Gaebel, Penn State Scranton's biology student marshal, who will lead the group of biology grads at the campus' 56th commencement ceremony on May 4 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Gaebel shared insights about her Penn State Scranton journey, future plans, and advice for incoming students.
Corporate communication student marshal, Justin Dorneman

Meet the Marshal: Corporate communication student marshal, Justin Dorneman

Meet Justin Dorneman, Penn State Scranton's corporate communication student marshal, who will lead the group of corporate communication grads at our 56th commencement ceremony on May 4 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Dorneman shared insights about his Penn State Scranton journey, future plans and advice for incoming students.