The University of Scranton Office of Community Relations

09/01/2026

As we prepare for the 16th Annual Downtown Scavenger Hunt this Friday, we want to extend a huge thank you of gratitude to our sponsors!

The University of Scranton
pncbank
Hilton Scranton
NET Credit Union
NEPA Philharmonic

Also in cooperation with: Center for Student Engagement The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center, The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce and Metro in Action, and Scranton Tomorrow

We are looking forward to a great day of fun, community, and celebration as we kick off the fall semester! We can’t wait to see you there! Register for the Hunt using the link in our bio.

08/26/2026

Community Partners! Do you need anything to be designed and built to improve the functionality and impact of your facility? Then this post is for you!

Engineering course is seeking to support community partners as part of their Community-Based Learning course!

Project Types include:
-A system/machine that should exist somewhere but has not been fabricated yet
-A modification to a device that would make it much better
-An accessory to an already existing machine you have on site
-A system that improves the quality of life for your stakeholders (ex. older adults, people with disabilities, patients, customers, service providers, etc.)

If interested, please email the Office of Community Relations at [email protected].

08/21/2026

The Office of Community Relations had a great afternoon supporting the community fair at Scranton Housing Authority's Hilltop Manor. We were part of a group of community partners offering resources, school supplies, information and activities. Also on hand were U of S faculty part of the "Hill Session" local band comprised of neighbors in the Hill Section. Wishing all of our friends at Hilltop a great end of summer!

08/18/2026

Downtown farmer's market!

08/12/2026

Another fruitful discussion last night, this time talking about the Declaration of Independence and hosted by the Hindu community of the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in North Scranton.

08/09/2026

Save the date new and returning, Royals! 💜 The 2026 fall semester is just around the corner and we’re getting ready to welcome new and returning students back to campus with the 16th annual Downtown Scavenger Hunt on Friday, September 4! With over 30 businesses participating again in this year’s Downtown Scavenger Hunt, we hope you will join us on this day to explore the downtown area, win prizes, and meet other Royals!

 Visit Royal Sync at https://cglink.me/2rM/s2100 to register for this great event and stay tuned for more updates! We can’t wait to see you!

Questions? [email protected].

Center for Student Engagement The University of Scranton USPB Scranton Student Government The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce@pilgerspastries Scranton Art Haus Pizza by pappas Hilton Scranton Radisson Scranton PA Lori Montalbano Nozzi Penn House Boutique Freedlove TUSK Over The Moon Giving Tree Wellness Center Northern Light Espresso Bar Little Wild Refillery Fork 'n' Bowl Backyard Ale House The Salad Shop The Daisy Collective Wafu Ramen Scranton The Original Coney Island Downtown Deli And Eatery Saigon Corner Vietnamese Restaurant Koala Tea Noteology Scoops on Spruce ice cream Lavish Scranton Alexander’s Salon and Spa The DRIPBaR ® Scranton Pigeon Post Art & Books Friendly Alien Books The Ritz Theater Pj’s 1910 Pub

08/09/2026

Last month, more than one hundred people, gathered around small tables, sharing honest, deep conversations about our nation’s past, present and future for the first Faith250 gathering and discussion in Scranton. People from some 20 faith traditions, or none at all, from new immigrants to third generation Scrantonians, from a few children under 12 to people in their 80s came together to talk about our nation at its 250th anniversary. In July, discussions centered around the lyrics to America the Beautiful.  Everyone is invited to join us for the next conversation, on Tuesday, August 11 at 7 pm at the BAPS Hindu Temple, where the Declaration of Independence will be discussed. All events are free and open to all, but  RSVPs are required.  To RSVP for August 11, go to: tinyurl.com/faith250-Aug11 or find the link in our bio.

07/28/2026

This Saturday, August 1, Giving Back to the Community will be hosting NEPA’s 4th annual Latino Fiesta in Nay Aug Park at 500 Arthur Ave in Scranton between 11 am and 6 pm. 🪅🪇

Come join in this amazing opportunity to share culture, food, fun and community. There will be some amazing performances and activities for kids and adults alike. We are proud to be a sponsor to this amazing, super festive event. 💃🏻🌅🦜🌴

07/28/2026

Comment on their page to drive support for downtown business impacted.

Downtown Scranton has been hit again. 🖤

Another water main break — and once again the businesses that make this city what it is are bearing the brunt of it. Scranton Fringe has called downtown home for over a decade and we are not standing by.

We're still working on something to help — more on that very soon. In the meantime, show us who needs support. Comment below or tag your favorite downtown business impacted by the water main breaks. Let's make sure they're seen. 🙏