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A close-up of several old, worn books with faded pages and brown, textured covers sitting on a bookshelf. The spines and edges show signs of age, with some books stacked upright and others leaning.
Syllabus: History of the Book

Syllabus is an ongoing series of stories that gives readers an inside look at some…

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Alumna guides top ad agency, recognized for exceptional leadership

Shannon Baker-Meyer ’03 has garnered awards and recognition in the public relations and marketing industries…

An adult and a smiling young boy sit together at a table, reading a book. Another illustrated book stands upright nearby. The adult looks at the boy, while the boy points at the open book’s pages.
Students translate climate research into storybooks

An asthmatic oyster, a sad sasquatch and color-changing coral. All are characters in a collection…

Historical reenactors dressed as British Redcoat soldiers in red uniforms and black hats fire muskets in formation on a grassy field, with smoke rising and trees in the background.
Modern-day Revolutionary

History major preparing for Revolutionary War anniversaries As the United States of America approaches its 250th birthday…

Four smiling young adults stand in front of a maroon and white QSG Pulse radio sign. Two of them hold gold microphone trophies, and all are casually dressed, posing together for a group photo.
WQSU wins national broadcasting awards

WQSU won two College Media Awards during the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System’s annual conference in New York…

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Alumna finalist for 2025 National Teacher of the Year

“I’m thrilled to be selected and truly humbled and grateful for the community of students,…

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PRSSA chapter wins silver for organ donation campaign

Presented by the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America at their…

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WQSU wins statewide broadcasting awards

Susquehanna University’s radio station, WQSU The Pulse, capped a successful year by winning two Pennsylvania Association…

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From fleece to Facebook: Students intern at PA Farm Show

The Pennsylvania Farm Show is the country’s largest indoor agricultural exposition under one roof, showcasing…

Image for news story: Senior wins big at two sales competitions
Senior wins big at two sales competitions

Sophia Pasquariello ’25 secured a lucrative payday after talking herself into a first-place finish not…

Image for news story: Full STEAM ahead: Senior sparks family fun at fall festival
Full STEAM ahead: Senior sparks family fun at fall festival

Children use paint to create leaf prints at the Afterschool STEAM Fall Festival.After three years…

Image for news story: Environmental studies major turns childhood love for state parks into a career path
Environmental studies major turns childhood love for state parks into a career path

Growing up, Madison Hoy ’26 developed a deep sentimental connection to state and national parks…

Image for news story: Syllabus: Confucian Ethics
Syllabus: Confucian Ethics

Syllabus is an ongoing series of stories that gives readers an inside look at some…

Image for news story: Sports media alum wins Emmy for Stanley Cup production
Sports media alum wins Emmy for Stanley Cup production

Aleksandr Washuta ’21 was among the Vegas Golden Knights Emmy Award–winning production staff recognized for…

Image for news story: Language Lane leads student to Susquehanna
Language Lane leads student to Susquehanna

When Shannel Jimenez ’27 visited Susquehanna University as a high school student, it happened to…

Image for news story: Susquehanna’s PRSSA chapter recruits 60 new organ donors, earns second place in state challenge
Susquehanna’s PRSSA chapter recruits 60 new organ donors, earns second place in state challenge

Susquehanna University’s Paul Dannelley Chapter of The Public Relations Student Society of America recruited 60…

Image for news story: Class of 2024: Where are they going?
Class of 2024: Where are they going?

As Susquehanna University closes its 166th academic year, seniors are preparing for the next chapter…

Image for news story: Creative writing grad headed to North Macedonia with Peace Corps
Creative writing grad headed to North Macedonia with Peace Corps

Upon collecting her bachelor’s degree from Susquehanna University, Emily Hizny ’24 will embark on a…

Image for news story: Exploring MLK’s true beliefs on nonviolence
Exploring MLK’s true beliefs on nonviolence

Jeffrey Mann, professor of religious studiesThe Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is widely recognized as…

Image for news story: Celebrating the relaunch of Susquehanna University Press
Celebrating the relaunch of Susquehanna University Press

After a 14-year hiatus, Susquehanna University is celebrating the relaunch of its press with the…

Image for news story: Senior Scholars Day continues 50-year tradition
Senior Scholars Day continues 50-year tradition

Nearly 130 students presented research, music and artwork at Susquehanna’s Senior Scholars Day, an event…

Image for news story: Spanish students build language bridge translating Norwegian fairytale
Spanish students build language bridge translating Norwegian fairytale

Mirta Suquet, assistant professor of Spanish studiesThree Billy Goats Gruff is a 19th century Norwegian…

Image for news story: Syllabus: Critical Approaches to Interactive & Gaming Media
Syllabus: Critical Approaches to Interactive & Gaming Media

Syllabus is an ongoing series of stories that gives readers an inside look at some…

Image for news story: WQSU honored with broadcasting awards
WQSU honored with broadcasting awards

Susquehanna University’s radio station, WQSU The Pulse, went mic to mic against commercial radio stations…

March events at Susquehanna

March brings an assortment of events to Susquehanna University — including recitals, lectures, a student…

Image for news story: Women in Sports Media step into the spotlight
Women in Sports Media step into the spotlight

National Girls and Women in Sports Day (Feb. 7) is devoted to recognizing the progress…

Image for news story: Lecture to explore psychedelics in treatment of addiction, mental illness
Lecture to explore psychedelics in treatment of addiction, mental illness

Bill Richards, a psychologist from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, will present the Alice…

Image for news story: Heidi Peterson ’94 named Middle School Principal of the Year
Heidi Peterson ’94 named Middle School Principal of the Year

People often question why Heidi Peterson ’94 has chosen to work with middle school students. …

Image for news story: Music, theatre to stage two one-act operas
Music, theatre to stage two one-act operas

Fête Galante never before fully staged in U.S. Susquehanna University’s departments of music and…

Image for news story: Ashlie Crosson ’11 named Pennsylvania’s Teacher of the Year
Ashlie Crosson ’11 named Pennsylvania’s Teacher of the Year

Just a few years into her teaching career, Ashlie Crosson ’11, an English teacher at…

Image for news story: Personal growth in southern France
Personal growth in southern France

From left are Victoria “Tori” Vile, Jackson Sweetwood and Haley Dittbrenner.I didn’t want to GO….

Image for news story: Year in Review: Our favorite things from 2023
Year in Review: Our favorite things from 2023

A historic, record-breaking capital campaign, compelling faculty-student research, a world-renowned classical musician performed on campus…

Image for news story: Professor wins prestigious Pushcart Prize
Professor wins prestigious Pushcart Prize

Matthew Neill Null, assistant professor of creative writing at Susquehanna University, was awarded the prestigious…

Image for news story: Syllabus: Book of Revelation/Zombie Apocalypse
Syllabus: Book of Revelation/Zombie Apocalypse

Syllabus is an ongoing series of stories that gives readers an inside look at some…

Image for news story: Susquehanna alumnae share secrets to finding and maintaining their authentic selves
Susquehanna alumnae share secrets to finding and maintaining their authentic selves

Susquehanna University alumnae working in the education, health care and retail fields discussed with students…

Image for news story: Senior gains confidence, valuable experience through Jewish Museum internship
Senior gains confidence, valuable experience through Jewish Museum internship

Alex Gabriel’s summer internship at New York City’s Jewish Museum opened his eyes to the…

Image for news story: September events bring theater, art, music, literature
September events bring theater, art, music, literature

September brings theatre performances, a gallery exhibition, a reading, a concert and a unique lecture…

Image for news story: Sports media major scores big with Miami Dolphins internship
Sports media major scores big with Miami Dolphins internship

Brendan Alvino’s internship with the Miami Dolphins is the first step in what he hopes…

Image for news story: You scratch my back…
You scratch my back…

Research uncovers the role jitneys played in rum running Professor of History Ed Slavishak…

Image for news story: WQSU again honored with broadcasting awards
WQSU again honored with broadcasting awards

Susquehanna University’s radio station, WQSU The Pulse, added two more Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters Excellence…

Image for news story: Class of 2023: Where Are They Going
Class of 2023: Where Are They Going

Making Her Directorial Debut Alexis Jefferson Alexis Jefferson will make her professional directorial debut at the Pablo…

Image for news story: Three Seniors Named TAPIF Fellows
Three Seniors Named TAPIF Fellows

Seven-Month Teaching Appointments To Begin in October Three members of Susquehanna’s Class of 2023…

Image for news story: Senior Named to Japan Exchange Teaching Program
Senior Named to Japan Exchange Teaching Program

Grace Yurko ’23, of Manchester Center, Vermont, has been awarded a position with the Japan…

Image for news story: SU Chapter of Association for Women in Sports Media Named National Chapter of the Year
SU Chapter of Association for Women in Sports Media Named National Chapter of the Year

Less than five years after being established, Susquehanna University’s chapter of the Association for Women…

Image for news story: Students Present Research at Senior Scholars Day
Students Present Research at Senior Scholars Day

More than 150 students presented research, music and artwork at Susquehanna’s Senior Scholars Day, an…

Image for news story: New York Times Bestselling Author Irshad Manji To Present Lecture
New York Times Bestselling Author Irshad Manji To Present Lecture

Credit: Clement, ReneIrshad Manji, renowned author, educator and advocate of a reformist interpretation of Islam,…

Image for news story: Two Students Awarded Prestigious Study-Abroad Scholarships
Two Students Awarded Prestigious Study-Abroad Scholarships

Two Susquehanna University students were awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, enabling them…

Image for news story: Transfer Student Advocates Study Abroad to Community College Peers
Transfer Student Advocates Study Abroad to Community College Peers

Management major and Italian studies minor Claire Mulkey ’23 had always aspired to travel. After…

Image for news story: French Studies Alumni Return to Campus With Their Own Students
French Studies Alumni Return to Campus With Their Own Students

More than 100 high school students gathered at Susquehanna University for Journée de la Francophonie,…

Image for news story: Fulbright Language Fellows Experience Culture Within Culture in Central PA
Fulbright Language Fellows Experience Culture Within Culture in Central PA

Language Fellows Visited Mennonite School Each year, several Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Fellows…

Image for news story: Students Awarded National Fellowship To Support Environmental Advocacy Work
Students Awarded National Fellowship To Support Environmental Advocacy Work

Two environmental studies students were awarded the highly competitive Rachel Carson Council Fellowship to support…

Image for news story: Alumnae Panel Offers Career Advice
Alumnae Panel Offers Career Advice

A panel of alumnae returned to campus to share with students how they have navigated…

Image for news story: SU’s Slavishak Uncovers Actor Zachary Quinto’s Preordained Rise to Fame on NBC’s ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’
SU’s Slavishak Uncovers Actor Zachary Quinto’s Preordained Rise to Fame on NBC’s ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’

Ed Slavishak, professor of history, appeared on the Emmy Award–winning NBC program Who Do You…

Image for news story: Student Teaches Immigrants To Write Their Own Stories
Student Teaches Immigrants To Write Their Own Stories

Creative writing major Grace Shelton ’23 took her craft to the next level by teaching…

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History Major Interns with U.S. Army Museums

A history major with military aspirations, Preston Isom ’23 spent his summer interning in Oklahoma…

Image for news story: Literacy fellow finds purpose in teaching
Literacy fellow finds purpose in teaching

Kathryn Olson ’23 described the Memphis Teacher Residency program as “the biggest blessing.” The early…

Image for news story: Students Study How Cars and Booze Mixed in the Early 20th Century
Students Study How Cars and Booze Mixed in the Early 20th Century

Advances in technology open a variety of doors to innovation — some good, some bad….

Image for news story: Three Susquehanna Alumni Named TAPIF Fellows
Three Susquehanna Alumni Named TAPIF Fellows

Three members of Susquehanna’s Class of 2022 will begin their postgraduate journeys in Europe through…

Image for news story: Faculty Awards, Valedictorian, Outstanding Seniors Announced
Faculty Awards, Valedictorian, Outstanding Seniors Announced

Susquehanna University announced awards for valedictorian and outstanding seniors in the Class of 2022, as…

Image for news story: Class of 2022: Where are They Going?
Class of 2022: Where are They Going?

Ever since John Salerno was a boy, he aspired to a career in the military….

Image for news story: Four Awarded Study-Abroad Scholarships
Four Awarded Study-Abroad Scholarships

Four Susquehanna University students were awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, enabling them…

Image for news story: WQSU Wins Broadcasting Awards
WQSU Wins Broadcasting Awards

Susquehanna University’s radio station WQSU recently won several awards from the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System and…

Susquehanna Restructures Academic Schools

Susquehanna has restructured the School of Arts and Sciences into three schools — School of…

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Senior Steps Up in Olympic-sized Internship with NBC Universal

How did you spend your summer vacation? Samantha Balsamo ’22 interned with NBC Universal. Balsamo worked…

Image for news story: Susquehanna Included in Fiske Guide
Susquehanna Included in Fiske Guide

Susquehanna University has been recognized as an innovator and national leader in promoting socioeconomic diversity…

Humanities Degree Proves Worldwide Relevance

Earning a humanities degree is like closing your eyes and pointing to a random place…

When Death was Women’s Work

Karol Weaver, professor of history at Susquehanna, has always been interested in the ways in…

Image for news story: ‘Hitched and Ditched’: Student Researches Divorce 100 Years Ago
‘Hitched and Ditched’: Student Researches Divorce 100 Years Ago

Divorces were no less unpleasant in the early 20th century than they are today. Sophomore history…

Image for news story: SU Now Offers BFA in Graphic Design
SU Now Offers BFA in Graphic Design

Susquehanna University’s Department of Art and Design now offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)…

Image for news story: Communications Students Discover New Career Opportunities
Communications Students Discover New Career Opportunities

Erin Wetmore ’20 Wetmore, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, returned to Mack Trucks in Macungie, Pennsylvania….

Image for news story: Internship Shows the Passion Required to Work in News
Internship Shows the Passion Required to Work in News

As a newly declared journalism major, Grace Tesoro joined the National Association of Hispanic Journalists,…

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