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.
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 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.
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2018 Oct 25
Students Encourage University Support Through Caller Program
Several students recently helped raise funds for Susquehanna University through its student calling program. The students contact parents and alumni to encourage them to support the university by making a donation. Funds raised are used to support scholarships, laboratory equipment, research, athletics, the library and the arts, among other endeavors.
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2018 Oct 25
Student Takes College Studies Abroad
Several students are studying abroad this fall. Study away is an integral part of a Susquehanna education. 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.
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2018 Oct 10
Students Appointed as Student Deacons
Several students have been appointed as student deacons at Susquehanna University for the 2018-19 academic year. The student deacon program combines professional-level work, a mentoring relationship with the university chaplain, and service learning opportunities in the university community for five students.
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2018 Oct 9
Students Study Business Abroad
Several students are participating in the Sigmund Weis School of Business London Program during the Fall 2018 semester. The program provides business students with an international experience, developing and expanding their learning capabilities and broadening their perspectives about possible careers. While abroad, students complete an internship, as well as courses in operations management, quantitative methods for business, international business practice, and management and organizational behavior
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2018 Oct 4
Susquehanna Students Receive Summer Internships
Several Susquehanna University students served career-building internships this summer.
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2018 Sep 28
Susquehanna Students Receive Fall Internships
Several Susquehanna University students are serving career-building internships this fall.
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2018 Sep 28
Students Present at Landmark Research Symposium
Twenty-three students and 12 faculty from Susquehanna University presented research at the 10th annual Landmark Conference Summer Research Symposium, held recently at Juniata College.
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2018 Sep 28
Students Graduate From Susquehanna University With Honors
Congratulations to the students who graduated from Susquehanna University this summer!
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2018 Sep 14
Students Graduate From Susquehanna University
Congratulations to the students who graduated from Susquehanna University this summer!
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2018 Sep 14
Susquehanna Students Receive Summer Internships
Several Susquehanna University students served career-building internships this summer.
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2018 Sep 11
Students Help Change Lives in the Philippines
Six Susquehanna University students recently studied in the Philippines as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program. The required cross-cultural GO program exposes students to different cultures as a way of teaching them more about their own as they grow into globally minded citizens. GO Philippines: Learning, Understanding, and Service (PLUS) showed students the importance of fundraising and hard work to help those in need.
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2018 Aug 21
Students Develop Historical Imagination in Iceland
Several students recently studied in Iceland as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program. GO Island/Iceland allows students to spend several weeks touring museums, attending cultural festivals, exploring the natural wonders of this volcanic landscape and learning about Icelandic traditions.
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2018 Aug 21
Students Return from Studies in Sweden
Several students recently studied in Sweden as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program. GO Sweden allows students to study modern medicine in a land whose cultural heritage can be traced back to the Vikings. Students learn about the continuum of world health care and the dynamic relationship between culture and the delivery of health care. The trip includes travel to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden and home of the Nobel Prize, exploration of a sixteenth century castle and a medieval town, and visits to Uppsala University, one of the oldest universities in Europe, and the Swedish archipelago.
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2018 Aug 21
Students Seek Travel Writing Inspiration in South Africa
Several students recently studied in South Africa as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program.
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2018 Aug 21
Local Students Experience Peruvian Culture
Several students recently spent several weeks studying in Cusco, Peru as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program.
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2018 Aug 21
Student Appointed to Board of Trustees
Talia Basch was appointed as a student representative to the Susquehanna University Board of Trustees.
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2018 Jul 26
Local Students Study Law in London
Several students from Susquehanna University recently spent a few weeks living in London, learning about British law and culture. The trip is part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program.
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2018 Jul 9
Students Get a Taste of Culture in Cyprus
Sixteen students recently studied in Cyprus as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program. The required cross-cultural GO program introduces students to different cultures as a way of teaching them more about their own as they grow into globally minded citizens. GO Cyprus: A Table Divided used the complex culture of food to illustrate the unique identities of Cyprus.
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2018 Jul 9
Local Students Return from Cultural Immersion
Several students recently spent several weeks studying in the United Kingdom as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program.
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2018 Jul 9
Students Explore the Arid Beauty of Australia
Several students recently studied in Australia as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program.
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2018 Jul 9
Students Experience Traditional and Modern Greek Culture
Twenty students recently spent time in Greece as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program. The required cross-cultural GO program exposes students to different cultures as a way of teaching them more about their own as they grow into globally minded citizens. GO Greek Culture: Ancient and Modern introduced students to fundamental Greek traditions that are still an important part of life today.
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2018 Jul 9
Students Experience Polynesian Culture in America
Twelve students recently spent time in Hawai'i as part of the university's Global Opportunities (GO) program. The required cross-cultural GO program exposes students to different cultures as a way of teaching them more about their own as they grow into globally minded citizens. GO: Hawai'i introduced students to the often overlooked Polynesian culture in America.
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2018 Jul 9
Students Recognized on Dean's List
Susquehanna congratulates its Dean's List students for the spring 2018 semester. 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.
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2018 Jun 7
Students Receive Dual Degrees from Susquehanna University
Of the more than 450 students who graduated from Susquehanna University during its commencement exercises on May 16, numerous graduates received dual degrees.
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2018 Jun 5
Students Earn Degrees from Susquehanna University
More than 450 students graduated as Susquehanna University closed its 160th academic year with annual commencement exercises on May 16.
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2018 Jun 5
Students Take the Stage at Susquehanna
Several students recently performed in Susquehanna University's spring theatre production of Blue Stockings, presented by the Department of Theatre in the Degenstein Center Theater from April 26-29.
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2018 May 14
Students Attend NATS Eastern Region Conference
3 Susquehanna students recently attended the National Association for Teachers of Singing (NATS) Eastern Region Conference and Student Auditions. Founded in 1944, NATS is the largest professional organization of vocal teachers in the world, with more than 7,000 members in the United States, Canada, and nearly 30 other countries. The conference and auditions were held March 9-11 at West Chester University
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2018 Apr 20
Susquehanna Represented at Eastern Psychological Association Conference
Susquehanna students presented research at the annual Eastern Psychological Association Meeting. Established in 1896, the Eastern Psychological Association is committed to advancing the profession of psychology through the dissemination of information in the field.
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2018 Apr 2
Students Guide Tours at Susquehanna
Several students are working as student ambassadors this year at Susquehanna University. To become an ambassador and guide tours, students must complete a written application and personal interview with the admission staff. Once selected, students complete an intensive training program, followed by additional training sessions throughout their time on the job.
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2018 Apr 2