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East Stroudsburg University, one of the 14 institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, opened in 1893 as East Stroudsburg Normal School. Today, ESU is a comprehensive university in northeastern Pennsylvania offering 58 undergraduate programs, 21 master's programs and two doctoral program. More than 5,000 students are enrolled for the high quality, affordable, and accessible education ESU provides.

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East Stroudsburg University, one of the 14 institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, opened in 1893 as East Stroudsburg Normal School. Today, ESU is a comprehensive university in northeastern Pennsylvania offering 58 undergraduate programs, 21 master's programs and two doctoral program. More than 5,000 students are enrolled for the high quality, affordable, and accessible education ESU provides.

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ESU Announces University Leadership Award Winner

Graduating seniors Hannah Frankenfield and Jevon Mitchell have spent their years at East Stroudsburg University with a desire to lead and serve others. The University Leadership and Service Awards are the highest non-academic honor a graduating senior can receive for their work as a leader in cocurricular activities on campus or participation in initiatives and service opportunities off campus. To be eligible, applicants must have held office or demonstrated participation in a minimum of three clubs, activities, and committees, have a grade point average of 2.6, and be in good standing.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 8

ESU Announces University Service Award Winner

Graduating seniors Hannah Frankenfield and Jevon Mitchell have spent their years at East Stroudsburg University with a desire to lead and serve others. The University Leadership and Service Awards are the highest non-academic honor a graduating senior can receive for their work as a leader in cocurricular activities on campus or participation in initiatives and service opportunities off campus. To be eligible, applicants must have held office or demonstrated participation in a minimum of three clubs, activities, and committees, have a grade point average of 2.6, and be in good standing.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 8

East Stroudsburg University Senior Finalist for Syed R. Ali-Zaidi Award for Academic Excellence

Johnathan Makar, a senior at East Stroudsburg University from Oxford, Pa., was ESU's finalist for the 2023 Syed R. Ali-Zaidi Award for Academic Excellence.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 5
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Nine Doctoral Students to Attend East Stroudsburg University Commencement Ceremony

Nine doctoral students will be present as they're awarded their degrees during the graduate commencement exercise at ESU on Friday, May 5 at 7 p.m. in Koehler Fieldhouse.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 5
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East Stroudsburg University Announces Speakers for 2023 Commencement

East Stroudsburg University will hold its commencement exercises on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6 in Koehler Fieldhouse.
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Graduation - 2023 May 5
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Two ESU Students Commissioned as Officer during Ceremony

Two ESU students were commissioned as second lieutenant during an Army ROTC commissioning ceremony on Monday, May 1.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 5

ESU to Confer 1,201 Degrees

A total of 1,201 students will receive degrees from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania during three commencement exercises on May 5 and May 6.
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Graduation - 2023 May 4

East Stroudsburg University Students Tour State Capitol Television and Radio Studios

On April 18, three East Stroudsburg University students had the opportunity to visit the Pennsylvania state Capitol.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 2
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ESU Computer Science Major Ready for Life After College

A computer science major wrapping up his senior year at ESU, Toby, of Folcroft, Pa., is planning his next chapter.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 5
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Political Science and Economics Students Inducted into Honor Society

The ceremony recognized the academic achievements of the most outstanding students studying political science and economics.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 2
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ESU Greek Life Organizations Host Clothing Drive

Eight Greek life organizations at East Stroudsburg University teamed up to host a one-day clothing drive on Thursday, April 13. Dozens of fraternity and sorority members collected enough clothes to fill over 80 bags. The clothes will be donated to...
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 2
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ESU Foundation Hosts 14th Annual Scholarship Dinner

The East Stroudsburg University Foundation hosted The Perfect Pair, the 14th Annual Scholarship Dinner on April 12, 2023, at Terraview at Stroudsmoor Country Inn in Stroudsburg, Pa.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 May 2
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East Stroudsburg University Student Wins State System Startup Challenge

East Stroudsburg University student Stelios Melekos won the $10,000 first place prize in the annual State System Startup Challenge, sponsored by Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE).
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Apr 21

ESU Holds What IF? Event for Gifted Elementary School Students

On Saturday, April 15, ESU welcomed 65 gifted students from local and regional school districts to "What IF?: A Gifted Event."
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Apr 21

Accounting Major Awarded ESU Warrior Transfer Scholarship, Lands Job with Auditor General

Rebecca Serafin of Easton, Pa., attended ESU as a nontraditional student planning her next chapter.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Apr 21
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East Stroudsburg University Theatre Department to Present Cabaret

Kander and Ebb's hit musical Cabaret will be presented by ESU's theatre department.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Apr 12
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ESU Student Goes Above and Beyond, Secures Mobility Assistance for Street2Feet Consumer

Internships help students develop new and strengthen existing skill sets, and apply classroom theory to real-life situations. And in the case of two ESU students, they are a way to positively impact the lives of others.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Apr 12
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ESU College of Education Presents at National Professional Development School Conference

ESU's Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education and Department of Special Education were represented at the National Professional Development School (NAPDS) Conference in Jacksonville, Florida from March 22-25.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Apr 12

ESU Students Present Research at Capitol in Harrisburg

Two ESU students participated in Undergraduate Research at the Capitol - Pennsylvania on Tuesday, March 7.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Mar 10

Three Members of ESU Women's Rugby Club Team Names All-American

Three members of ESU's women's rugby club team have been named to National Collegiate Rugby's 2022 All-American list
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Feb 27
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East Stroudsburg University Student Organization Raising Funds for Earthquake Victims

ESU's chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) is hosting a fundraiser to support relief efforts for victims of last month's earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Mar 20
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East Stroudsburg University Announces Fall 2022 Dean's List

A total of 1,257 students have been named to the Dean's List at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania (ESU) for the Fall 2022 semester of the 2022-2023 academic year, according to Margaret Ball D.M.A., interim provost and vice president for academic affairs. Students eligible for the Dean's List are those who have attained a 3.50 quality point average or better and are enrolled full-time. The letter grade "B" earns 3 quality points per credit, and the grade "A" earns 4 quality points per credit.
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Dean's List - 2023 Jan 30
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Four Students Participate in European Union Simulation

As part of a political science course offered over winter break, four ESU students, accompanied by L. Johan Eliasson, Ph.D., professor of political science, participated in the International European Union Simulation in Newport, Wales.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jan 27
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ESU's Psychology Department Hosts 48th Biannual Research Forum

The psychology department at ESU hosted the 48th Biannual Research Forum on December 6, 2022 in 117 Stroud Hall.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jan 27
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ESU Students Attend Seminars Focused on Government

A group of ESU students gained firsthand knowledge of how the federal government operates thanks to their participation in two unique government-based leadership seminars.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jan 24

ESU Education Major Uses GI Bill to Bring Diversity to the Education Field

Growing up, Jared Johnson never considered a career in teaching. Now as an adult, he can't imagine doing anything else.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jan 24

ESU Recognizes Award Winner at 26th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania recognized the winners for the 2023 Martin Luther King Jr. awards, during the 26th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Breakfast, on January 16.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jan 17
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Scholarship Winners Announced at ESU's 26th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania recognized the winners for the 2023 Boddie Scholarship at the 26th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Breakfast, on January 16.
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Scholarship - 2023 Jan 17

ESU Holiday Video

East Stroudsburg University President Kenneth Long enjoys some time on campus with students as he and his family wish everyone a Happy Holiday season.
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Achievement (Other) - 2022 Dec 12
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ESU Theatre Department to Present She Kills Monsters

ESU's Department of Theatre will present She Kills Monsters December 8-11.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2022 Dec 2
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