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ESU Partners with Community for 5th Annual Economic Outlook Summit

The fifth annual East Stroudsburg University Economic Outlook Summit is being held on Friday, September 8, 2017 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Mattioli Recreation Center on the ESU campus. The theme for the 2017 Economic Summit is Monroe 2030 – Action Now!

The Economic Outlook Summit features a variety of speakers including regional business owners, entrepreneurs, national experts and elected officials in a forum that engages the audience in discussion and problem-solving. At the 2017 Summit, keynote addresses from Senator Mario Scavello, 40^th District, and Senator John Blake, 22^nd District, outline the top three critical issues facing Monroe County today.

August 29, 2017 - No Comments - Read more

ESU Welcomes New Students to Campus

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania welcomed 1,200 freshmen and transfer students to campus today, Friday, August 25, 2017. Student, faculty, staff and alumni volunteers were part of a “Welcome To Campus” initiative intended to help students and their families move in to their residence halls and begin preparations for classes that will begin on Monday, August 28. Among the volunteers was President of ESU, Marcia G. Welsh, Ph.D.

By Sunday evening, approximately 3,000 students will be moved in to ESU, their home away from home, for the academic year.

August 25, 2017 - No Comments - Read More

ESU Opens Sycamore Suites

East Stroudsburg University held a ribbon cutting on Friday, August 18 to officially open Sycamore Suites. Sycamore Suites is the latest phase of the revitalization of on-campus student housing at ESU.

August 24, 2017 - No Comments - Read More

Madelon Powers Gallery to Present The Sinking of the General Slocum

East Stroudsburg University’s Madelon Powers Gallery will present The Sinking of the General Slocum, an exhibit of paintings by Cindy Vojnovic, from September 5-29.

A nearly forgotten New York City maritime disaster—the 1904 burning and sinking of the steamboat P.S. General Slocum with a loss of 1,021 of the 1,342 people on board—sparked an artistic journey for regional artist Cindy Vojnovic.

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ESU Opens Campus to View Solar Eclipse

On Monday, August 21, 2017, North Americans will be able to view an eclipse of the sun and East Stroudsburg University will host a public viewing of this natural phenomenon for the community-at-large between 1:30 and 3 p.m.

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Board of Governors Names Interim Chancellor; Ensures Forward Momentum as State System Prepares for Future

The Board of Governors of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education today selected Clarion University of Pennsylvania President Karen M. Whitney to serve as interim chancellor beginning Sept. 12.

August 4, 2017 - No Comments - Read More

ESU and Community College of Philadelphia Sign Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management Articulation Agreement

“The travel and tourism industry is one of the largest, most dynamic industries in the world. Students of the Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Program at ESU are introduced to this exciting industry and will be prepared to enjoy a successful career in the hospitality industry,” said Joanne Bruno, J.D., provost and vice president for academic affairs at ESU.

July 27, 2017 - No Comments - Read More

State System Consultant Provides Final Report; Board of Governors to Craft Action Plan for the Future

The National Center for Higher Education Management Systems (NCHEMS) today delivered its final report on the strategic review of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education—a report commissioned by Chancellor Frank T. Brogan and the Board of Governors. The NCHEMS report builds on the consultant’s public presentation to the Board of Governors last week by providing additional information regarding each of its recommendations.

July 21, 2017 - No Comments - Read More

Student Senate Advisor Elected President of United States JCI Senate

The United States Junior Chamber International Senate (JCI) has elected John Robinson, Ed.D., president. Dr. Robinson is the senior director for the Student Activity Association at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania. He serves as the administrator for all student organizations at ESU, advisor to Student Senate, oversees the day to day building operations for the University Center, and assists with management of SAA operations.

July 21, 2017 - No Comments - Read More

ESU and EPA Enterprises Launch Cutter™ Lyme Disease Tick Test

In the Pocono Mountains the importance of checking for ticks after spending time outdoors is critical. Pennsylvania leads the nation in Lyme disease cases and Lyme disease is the most common vector borne infection in the United States. Ticks, however, do not just seek out people and pets in Pennsylvania. In fact, sciencemag.org has found Lyme disease-carrying ticks are found in half of all U.S. counties. But today, with the support of EPA Enterprises, East Stroudsburg University will make the detection of Lyme disease easier – and faster – for people and their pets everywhere.

July 20, 2017 - No Comments - Read More