FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

7:30 - 9:00 p.m.                    Welcome Reception*
8:00 p.m.                              University Players Present: Wait Until Dark*
9:15 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.              Late Night: Family BINGO! 

Welcome Reception
Scranton Welcomes You! Enjoy refreshments and meet members of our campus community at this reception in honor of Scranton parents. Scranton’s Mayor, Christopher A. Doherty, will help welcome you to the City of Scranton. (Tickets required. $7.00 per person)

University Players Present: Wait Until Dark by Fredrick Knott
Online Registration Closed, Tickets Available Onsite Through Box Office
An unwitting accomplice to a drug smuggling operation, Suzy Hendrix must use all her cunning to stay alive.  Blinded by a recent accident and sequestered in her basement apartment, alone and vulnerable, she is forced to rely on the element of darkness and her four remaining senses to outwit the conmen who have come to retrieve their illicit goods. 
This suspenseful 1966 thriller, by the playwright who brought you Dial M for Murder, was recently produced at the 2010 Edinburgh Fringe and will have you on the edge of your seat.
(Tickets required, $6 per person. Space is limited. Suitable for all ages, except the very young.)

Late Night at Scranton: Family BINGO!
Spend quality time together and play bingo at this event sponsored by Late Night at Scranton. You’ll love our “celebrity” callers and will have the chance to win fabulous prizes.
The mission of Late Night at Scranton is to provide students alternative opportunities to alcohol-related activities and to foster a sense of community. Click here to learn more.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1

New Building Tour
Tour Full
Tour the new Unified Science Center and Apartment Complex.

Fall Harvest and Student Activities Fair, Dionne Green
Stop by the Dionne Green and meet student representatives from over 20 student clubs and organizations on campus. Shop at our Family Weekend Farmer's Market, and enjoy music and arts and crafts at this Fall Festival. 

P ages & Places Book Festival
Come downtown to Courthouse Square and see all that Scranton's annual book festival has to offer!  The festival will feature a Civil War Era street with lots of family-oriented activities. Avid book lovers can also enjoy exciting panel discussions with prominent authors that will take place throughout downtown, highlighting Scranton's historic architecture. To learn more and register for the festival click here.

Scranton Classes Session 1:

Eat More Chocolate, Are You Kidding Me?
New Session Added on 9/27/11!!!
If you've already registered and want to attend this session please email your name and # of people in your party to parents@scranton.edu
Otherwise, you may register via online registration
New studies indicate the chocolate improves brain function meet with Dr. Joseph Vinson, Professor of Chemistry who will explain chocolate's antioxident properties and compare them with other foods. Also, how chocolate's fat and antioxidents are related to heart disease will be discussed in terms of epidemilogical, animal and human supplementation, and mechanistic studies.

Meet the Beat:
Session Full
Join members of the University’s Public Safety team to discuss safety and security on campus and the surrounding area. Don Bergman, Director of Public Safety, will lead an open forum that focuses on the well-being of students and the community.
Learn more about the Department of Public Safety.

Scranton 201
Session Expanded, Space Now Available!
We introduced you to the City of Scranton with Scranton 101 at Freshman Orientation. Now, Director of Community Relations, Julie Schumacher Cohen will moderate a panel of Scranton "experts" who will tell you everything you need to know about the Electric City. You'll leave this session having learned how the University and community partner with each other, as well as practical information on where to shop, eat and discounts available on Family Weekend. Learn more about Community Relations.  

Science is Fun With Dr. MC²  
Session Full
Join Dr. Michael C. Cann, Professor of Chemistry and have fun with science.  You will see, hear, feel, and perhaps even taste some fascinating science demonstrations.  From bubbles to entropy, density to solar energy, green chemistry to slime, and even a diving catsup packet will captivate you. Many of these demonstrations you can do at home, mesmerizing your friends and family, and becoming your own Dr. Squared!

Scranton Classes Session 2:

The National Economy:
Session Full
Dr. Satyajit Ghosh, Professor of Economics and Finance, will moderate a discussion of the past, present and the future of the regional and national economy and what it means for you and your student.  Participants will learn where we are, how did we get here and where we can go from here”

Civil War Medicine
This year marks the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War. Join Assistant Professor of History, Dr. Kathryn Meier as she explains how military surgeons, soldiers, and civilians experimented with an extraordinarily creative arsenal of remedies for what ailed them.
   
Eat more Chocolate: Are you kidding me?
Session Full
New studies indicate that chocolate improves brain function. Meet with Dr. Joseph Vison, Professor of Chemistry, who will share information on chocolate’s antioxidant properties and compare them with other foods.  Also, how chocolate’s fat and antioxidants are related to heart disease will be discussed in terms of epidemiological, animal and human supplementation, and mechanistic studies.


PINK Rugby Game
11 a.m. at the Southside Sports Complex
Come see the University Rugby Club Team play and support a worthy cause. Hosted by Colleges Against Cancer

Family Weekend Luncheon
Sold Out
Food and fellowship await you at this traditional Family Weekend event.  Enjoy  a buffet lunch while you are entertained by student performers.  Remarks will be made by University President, Reverend Kevin P. Quinn, S.J. 
Tickets required (Adults $14, Scranton students $12, Children age 10 & under $10) Space is limited.

Fresh Food Company
For those who desire a less formal option, the University’s Fresh Food Company is ready to welcome you. Join our student body and experience the wide variety of healthful options our students enjoy each day.
(Fresh Food Company can be paid for onsite by using your student’s guest swipe on their Royal ID card, or by paying in cash adults $7.85 per person, children 6-12 $3.85, under 6 free.)

Men's Soccer: Scranton vs. US Merchant Marine Academy.  Click here for Men's soccer highlights.

SCRANTON'S GOT SPIRIT
 *Don't Miss This Event!*
Scranton students take pride in their University and are proud of the diverse and talented community of which they are a part. This event, showcases student performers and gives parents and students an opportuntity to compete in games based on the very popular Minute To Win It game show as seen on TV. Come have fun, win prizes and see Scranton students shine!

University Players Present: Wait Until Dark by Fredrick Knott
Online Registration Closes, Tickets Available Onsite Through Box Office.
Tickets required. $6 per person. Space is limited. Suitable for all ages except the very young.

New Building Tour:
Tour Full
Tour the new Unified Science Center and Apartment Complex.

Women's Field Hockey: Scranton Vs. Neumann University.  Click here for Women's field hockey highlights.

Family Mass
Join University President Reverend Kevin P. Quinn, S.J. as he celebrates the Eucharist at this Mass for Scranton families. Families of all faith commitments are warmly invited.

Dinner on Your Own
In honor of Family Weekend, many local merchant’s are offering discounts. Here is a list of local shops and restaurants offering discounts for Family Weekend.

Women's Soccer: Scranton Vs. SUNY Farmingdale.  Click here for Women's soccer highlights.

The New York Trumpet Ensemble
lFormed and founded in 1974 by Gerard Schwarz, The New York Trumpet Ensemble has for decades been one of America's foremost brass ensembles. The Ensemble is directed by Mark Gould, who is renowned throughout the world as a performer, teacher, and conductor.

USPB Presents: Kung Fu Panda 2
We’re popping the corn and pouring fountain drinks. Enjoy a night at the movies with your Scranton friends and family.
The University of Scranton Programming Board (USPB) is a student-run organization with the purpose of sponsoring social, cultural, educational, and recreational events at the University of Scranton.


SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2

Everything You Ever Wanted to Ask a Jesuit
Come to this session hosted by Vice President of University Ministries, Rev. Rick Malloy, S.J., Ph.D,. Using his own brand of wit, Father Rick will entertain his audience while sharing with them how the University of Scranton gets students thinking about their own spirituality and impact on the world. A light breakfast will be provided for participants.

 Science is Fun With Dr. MC²  
Session Full
Join Dr. Michael C. Cann, Professor of Chemistry and have fun with science.  You will see, hear, feel, and perhaps even taste some fascinating science demonstrations.  From bubbles to entropy, density to solar energy, green chemistry to slime, and even a diving catsup packet will captivate you. Many of these demonstrations you can do at home, mesmerizing your friends and family, and becoming your own Dr. Squared!

Farewell Family Brunch
The Fresh Food Company invites you to enjoy a traditional University of Scranton Sunday brunch.
(Fresh Food Company can be paid for onsite by using your student’s guest swipe on their Royal ID card, or by paying in cash adults $7.85 per person, children 6-12 $3.85, under 6 free.)

New Building Tour
Tour Full
Tour the new Unified Science Center and Apartment Complex.

Intramural Flag Football
Students, staff and faculty are encouraged to participate in intramural programs.  Watch as they participate in a day long flag football football scrimmage. Several intramural teams will play, only one can emerge victorious.  To learn more about Scranton's intramural programs click here.

University Players Present: Wait Until Dark by Fredrick Knott
Online Ticket Sales Closed. Tickets Available Onsite Through Box Office.
Tickets required. $6 per person. Space is limited. Suitable for all ages except the very young.


* tickets are required for this event