Susquehanna, a liberal arts university, focuses on intellectual development, global competence and career success. We offer a nationally recognized study abroad program and more than 100 majors and minors in business, humanities, arts and sciences. Students develop critical thinking, writing, teamwork and communication skills which, combined with internships and research opportunities, prepare them for a lifetime of personal and professional success. Small classes enable faculty members to serve as mentors, as well as teachers. Ninety-six percent of Susquehanna students are employed or in graduate or professional school within six months of graduation.
(see more)Susquehanna, a liberal arts university, focuses on intellectual development, global competence and career success. We offer a nationally recognized study abroad program and more than 100 majors and minors in business, humanities, arts and sciences. Students develop critical thinking, writing, teamwork and communication skills which, combined with internships and research opportunities, prepare them for a lifetime of personal and professional success. Small classes enable faculty members to serve as mentors, as well as teachers. Ninety-six percent of Susquehanna students are employed or in graduate or professional school within six months of graduation.
Area Student Takes College Studies Abroad
Several students are studying abroad this spring. Susquehanna is distinguished by its Global Opportunities (GO) program, which requires all students to spend at least two weeks off campus, immersed in a culture different from their own. Currently, Susquehanna students can choose from study-away programs ranging from a few weeks to as long as a full semester, in Africa, Asia, Australia, South America, Europe, New Orleans and Washington, D.C., among other options.
Study Abroad -
Mar 2
Students Inducted into Greek Honor Society
18 students were inducted into the Order of Omega Greek honor society at Susquehanna University.
Honor Society -
Feb 28
Susquehanna Students Complete Fall Internships
Several Susquehanna University students complete career-building fall 2019 internships
Internship -
Feb 13
Students Receive Arthur Scholarship
Six students received The Douglas and Lucille Arthur Scholarship at Susquehanna University. The Arthurs established the scholarship in 1987 as an expression of their commitment to Susquehanna and the opportunities it provides young men and women.
Scholarship -
Jan 23
Students Selected as Presidential Fellows at Susquehanna
Several students were selected as Presidential Fellows for the 2019-2020 academic year at Susquehanna University. Each year, approximately 20 sophomore students are selected to be Presidential Fellows. Deans and department heads nominate students who they feel have the academic ability, enthusiasm and interest to benefit from co-curricular discussions of literature, theater and current events
Academic Award -
Jan 23
Fall 2019 Cheerleaders
Several students were recently named to the 2019 - 2020 cheerleading squad at Susquehanna University. The Susquehanna cheerleaders, under the direction of head coach Collette Bender, are skilled in dancing, gymnastics and stunts. The sixteen-member squad performs at all football and home men's and women's basketball games.
Sports -
Jan 23
Students Guide Tours at Susquehanna
Several students are working as student tour guides this year at Susquehanna University. To become a tour guide, students must complete a written application and a personal interview with the admissions staff. Once selected, students complete an intensive training program, followed by additional training sessions throughout their time on the job.
Leadership -
Jan 23
Student Serving as Assistant to the Chaplain
Susquehanna University appoints student assistants to the chaplain for the 2019-20 academic year. As a member of the student staff in the Office of the Chaplain, students benefit from professional-level work experience and a mentoring relationship with the university chaplain. The student assistant's responsibilities include publishing the Religious Life newsletter, recruiting new students interested in religious life and helping student deacons with events.
Achievement (Other) -
Jan 23
Students Recognized on Dean's List
Susquehanna congratulates its Dean's List students. The dean's list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or higher out of a possible 4.0 for the semester.
Honors List -
Jan 22
First-Year Students Give Back through SU SPLASH
For a group of select first-year students, one summer service-learning program can change the way they view themselves and their communities. Each summer, members of the incoming class participate in SU SPLASH (Students Promoting Leadership, Awareness, and Service through Humanitarian efforts), an opportunity coordinated by The David '69 and Sharon Johnson Center for Civic Engagement.
Community Service -
Jan 10
Powell Recieves Degree from Susquehanna University
Congratulations to the students who graduated from Susquehanna University this summer!
Graduation -
Jan 3
Students Present at Regional Research Symposium
Several students recently presented their research at the sixth annual Susquehanna Valley Undergraduate Research Symposium, held at Bucknell University.
Research / Grant -
2019 Aug 28
Students Go on Tour with University Choir
The choir is the flagship choral ensemble in the Department of Music at Susquehanna University. The group performs in service of the institution on and off campus, presenting several concerts each year and touring annually.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2019 Feb 22
Students Accepted to Susquehanna Honors Program
Several students have been accepted to Susquehanna's highly selective Honors Program. The Honors Program offers a challenging academic program to students interested in a more self-directed and interdisciplinary approach to learning. Students are chosen for their natural curiosity, passion for learning, high energy, leadership and academic standing in high school.
Honors Program -
2017 Oct 4
Students Present Research at National Conference
Fifty Susquehanna students recently presented research at the 31st annual National Conference on Undergraduate Research in Memphis, Tenn. Established in 1987, the conference is dedicated to promoting undergraduate research and scholarship done in partnership with faculty or other mentors. The annual conference has become a national celebration of undergraduate scholarly activity involving all academic disciplines and all institutions of higher education.
Academic competition -
2017 Apr 26
Students Attend Prestigious ACS National Meeting
Susquehanna students had the opportunity to participate in the American Chemical Society (ACS) national meeting. Held twice annually, the meeting is comprised of five days of symposiums, tutorials and poster sessions for thousands of chemists from across the globe.
Business/professional -
2017 Apr 13
Students Participate in Regional Enactus Competition
Thirteen Susquehanna students participated in the recent Enactus USA Regional Competition in Washington, D.C. This year marks the team's 13th regional win and advances the team to the national competition in Kansas City, Mo., next month. Susquehanna's Enactus group is one of more than 1,600 chapters on college campuses in 40 countries. Within these chapters, student teams bring business acumen to community service projects while practicing leadership, teamwork and communication skills.
Student Competition -
2017 Apr 13
Susquehanna Dance Team
Several students have recently been selected as a member of the 2016-2017 Susquehanna University Dance Team. The dance team performs at all home men's and women's basketball games and at several campus and community events throughout the academic year.
Club or Organization -
2016 Nov 2
Students Named to Susquehanna University's Homecoming Court
Several students were elected by their fellow students to Susquehanna University's homecoming court. The court was first introduced at the homecoming party on Sept. 9, and again at the football game on Sept. 10 during Homecoming-Reunion Weekend.
School Spirit -
2016 Sep 29
Students Named University Scholars
The honor of Susquehanna University Scholar is awarded to students who have earned a cumulative GPA of 3.75 in full-time study for the past two semesters or equivalent credit hours of part-time study.
Student Excellence -
2016 Sep 29