University of Scranton
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Former names | St. Thomas College (1888–1938) |
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| Motto | Religio Mores Cultura (Latin) |
Motto in English | "Religion, Morals, Culture" |
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1888 |
Religious affiliation | Catholic (Jesuit) |
Academic affiliation | AJCU ACCU NAICU CIC |
| Endowment | $319,717,006 (2024)[1] |
| President | Joseph G. Marina |
Academic staff | 304 |
| Students | 5,422 |
| Undergraduates | 3,910 |
| Postgraduates | 1,512 |
| Location | , U.S. 41°24′18″N 75°39′18″W / 41.405°N 75.655°W |
| Campus | Urban, 58 acres (23.5 ha) |
| Colors | Purple & white |
| Nickname | Royals / Lady Royals |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III - LC |
| Mascot | Iggy the Royal Wolf |
| Website | scranton.edu |
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The University of Scranton is a private Jesuit university in Scranton, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1888 by William O'Hara, the first Bishop of Scranton, as St. Thomas College.[2] In 1938, the college became a university.[3]
In 1942, the Society of Jesus took control of the university.[4]
References
- ↑ As of May 31, 2024. Facts About Us (Report).
- ↑ "History of the University". The University of Scranton. University of Scranton. 2016. Retrieved 19 October 2016.
- ↑ "Timeline: University of Scranton". digitalservices.scranton.edu. Retrieved 2017-07-24.
- ↑ Knies, Michael (3 March 1998). "Christian Brothers Arrive in Scranton 100 Years Ago This School Year, 1998". University of Scranton Archives. University of Scranton Archives & Helen Gallagher McHugh Special Collections. Retrieved 19 October 2016.