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“Celebrate Marywood” Set for May 7, 2026
Marywood University’s annual signature fundraising event, Celebrate Marywood, is set for May 7, 2026.
Marywood Celebrates Record-Breaking Giving Day 2026
The Marywood University community came together for Giving Day 2026, raising more than $219,000 through more than 1,150 gifts to support students, programs, and campus initiatives. Thank you for making this our most successful Giving Day yet.
Dr. Rick Hoffenberg Making Carnegie Hall Conducting Debut
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, Dr. Rick Hoffenberg, Associate Professor of Music and Co-Director of the Insalaco School of Visual & Performing Arts, will make his Carnegie Hall (New York City, N.Y.) conducting debut.
Actress/Comedian Caroline Rhea to Serve as Marywood University’s Commencement Speaker
Rhea's well-known performances include Hilda Spellman in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Linda Flynn-Fletcher (the Mom) in Phineas and Ferb. Her career features comedic, television, and film roles as well as frequent guest appearances on talk shows, popular podcasts, and game shows.
Trustee Michael Bugno '98 Chairing "Celebrate Marywood"
“Celebrate Marywood” will honor Virginia Doherty McGregor and Father Thomas M. Muldowney on May 7 during a festive fundraising event in the heart of Marywood’s campus.
Marywood University Gears Up for 2026 Giving Day
Marywood University will host its annual Giving Day on March 25, 2026, bringing the campus community together for 24 hours of support for scholarships, programs, and student experiences across the university.
What’s Happening This March at Marywood
View the full list of events happening in March at Marywood!
Fall 2025 Dean's List Announced
Undergraduate students who earn a semester GPA of 3.50-4.00 on 12 or more graded credits merit this academic honor.
AIA Pennsylvania Honors School of Architecture with 2025 Social Impact Award
This honor is part of the AIA Pennsylvania Architectural Excellence Special Awards program, which recognizes outstanding contributions by individuals, organizations, and institutions that advance the built environment and the architectural profession across the Commonwealth.
Merry & Bright at Marywood University
Marywood’s annual celebration of the Christmas season through festive programming, community service, and spiritual opportunities, begins in December and continues through New Year’s Eve.
"Raise Your Voice, Shape Your Future" on Advocacy and Social Justice Day (Nov. 5)
Events include a public re-dedication of the Mother Theresa Maxis, IHM Center, a panel discussion, food drive, clothing swap, art dispay, discussion circles, and tours of the campus green house.
Nursing Graduates Achieve 100% Pass Rate on National Licensure Exam for Third Consecutive Year
Marywood's 2025 nursing graduates well exceeded the national average, with the Nursing Program achieving a perfect NCLEX pass rate for the third consecutive year..
Dr. Langston J. Fitzgerald, III to Serve as Guest Artist at Free Trumpet Masterclass
Dr. Fitzgerald played trumpet for more than three decades with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Join us for his trumpet masterclass on October 11 at 1 p.m.
Physician Assistant Graduates Achieve Overall Perfect Pass Rate on National Certifying Exam, Exceeding National Average
Marywood P.A. graduates achieved overall perfect pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE), exceeding the national average. This exam must be passed to be eligible for licensure in all 50 states.
Marywood University’s Quality and Value Recognized by “Best Colleges”
Marywood University continues to offer the “Best Value” among Northeast Pennsylvania universities, according to the 2026 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges ranking.
Lenape/Delaware Leader Curtis Zunigha to Speak at Marywood on October 6
"Remembrance & Continuance: The Spirit of Lenapehoking" will be presented by Curtis Zunigha (Lenape/Delaware) on Monday, October 6, 6:30 p.m., in the Latour Room, Nazareth Student Center.
Kelleher Selected to Serve as Judge for Miss America Pageant
Marywood University Alumnus, Trustee, and Scranton native, Frank Kelleher, President of Daytona International Speedway and NASCAR Southeast Properties, recently served as a judge for the Miss America Competition, one of the nation’s most iconic and celebrated events.
Main Street Marywood Ribbon-Cutting Marks Vibrant New Era
A ribbon-cutting for Main Street Marywood, a transformative new hub at the heart of campus, is Saturday, September 13, at 4 p.m.
The Stanley Cup Will Be at Marywood on Labor Day!
This special opportunity is made possible by Marywood University alumnus Mike Joyce, the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers.
Four New Members Added to Marywood University’s Board of Trustees
New members include Jill Dougherty, Washington, D.C.; Teresa Gavigan, J.D., Philadelphia, Pa.; Debbie Kuo, New York, N.Y., and Sister Karen Steinberg, IHM, Scranton.

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“Celebrate Marywood” Set for May 7, 2026

Marywood University’s annual signature fundraising event, Celebrate Marywood, is set for May 7, 2026.

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