Marywood University’s Student Veterans Alliance to Host “Tails for Troops” at McDade Park SCRANTON, PA (March 16, 2015)—Marywood University’s Student Veterans Alliance (SVA) will host its third annual “Operation: Tails for Troops,” at McDade Park, Scranton, to raise money for the non-profit organization, Paws and Stripes. The event will take place on Saturday, April 18,…
Although no one is sure how April Fool’s Day originated, it is celebrated different ways throughout the world. The United States celebrates April Fool’s Day every April 1st. It is not officially recognized as a holiday, however many celebrate by playing jokes or pulling pranks on their friends and co-workers. Some cultures recognize it as…
In 1984, the classic film, “Footloose.” was released. In 1998, Walter Bobbie, a University of Scranton graduate, adapted it into a stage play and it won four Tony Awards! On Friday April 10th and Saturday 11th at 7:00pm, this iconic play will hit the stage feet first as North Pocono High School presents Footloose as…
Best Selling Author Christopher Phillips, Ph.D., to Offer Thought-Provoking Lecture at Marywood University SCRANTON, PA (March 12, 2015)—Marywood University’s Philosophy department, Munley College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will host Christopher Phillips, Ph.D., best selling author, for a thought-provoking lecture and discussion, “What Makes Life Worth Living?” on Friday, April 10, 2015, at 7 p.m.,…
Students from Ms. Heather Mahon’s German club recently attended at a presentation by University of Scranton Teaching Assistants/Fulbright Scholars. Each Fulbright scholar spoke about their respective country. This event is funded by a University of Scranton Diversity Initiatives Grant. Pictured left to right: Sierra Santarsiero Sierra Anderson Morgan Samsell Jessica Kane Jaian Jackson Ms.Heather Mahon,…
West Scranton Students Attend University of Scranton’s 9th Annual World Cultures Dinner On Wednesday March 11, nine West Scranton High School students attended a dinner and presentation at the University of Scranton, which was sponsored by the university’s Department of World Languages and Culture. The event, the 9th annual “TA Talk”, featured University of Scranton teaching…
Riverside High School junior, Andrew Sheridan, obtained a scholarship through USTA Middle States to attend The Chirico-Cohen Nike Tournament Training Tennis Camp at Chestnut Hill College over the summer of 2014. There he spent five days training with and competing against other high level tennis players from around the state. Andrew has been a member…
The Wyoming Area Drama Club will present the musical “Beauty and the Beast” on April 17 and 18 at 7 pm and April 19 at 2 pm at the Wyoming Area Secondary Center, 20 Memorial St. Exeter, PA Tickets are $10.00 and are available at the door or by calling 570-903-9450.
Because of a grant that Riverside High School teachers Mr. Ed Flannery and Mr. Bill Pabst are involved in, the school acquired access to the GeoDome SpaceLab for the week of March 9th – 13th . The GeoDome is a large tent-like structure equipped with a computer system, gaming equipment, and projector that allows for interactive explorations…