Penn State Scranton Library's recent Authors' Reception highlighted published works by campus faculty and staff with an in-person presentation, as well as physical display of hard copies of the authors' published pieces set up atop display cases in the main area of the campus' library building. More than 25 campus authors were featured, having published 100 scholarly works.
DUNMORE, Pa. — Penn State Scranton recently hosted an event to honor the academic contributions of faculty and staff who have published scholarly work over the past three years. Organized by Molly Abdalla, assistant librarian for engagement and outreach, the event showcased 100 publications authored by 26 faculty and staff members. These publications, which spanned a wide range of academic fields, included articles, book chapters, plays and conference papers, all published between 2022 and 2024.
The event was held in the campus library, providing an opportunity for faculty, staff, and students to explore the breadth of research and scholarship produced at Penn State Scranton.
The display highlighted the diversity of academic work on campus, reflecting the various academic disciplines represented by the campus’ faculty and staff. The publications covered topics in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and the arts, which demonstrated the wide-ranging intellectual contributions of the campus community.
In addition to the physical display of publications, attendees had the opportunity to engage with the authors, learning more about the research and creative processes behind their work. The event allowed faculty and staff to share their achievements with colleagues and students, which helped foster a sense of academic pride and collaboration on campus.
The event also aimed to emphasize the importance of research and scholarly activity in the broader academic mission of the University. By recognizing these accomplishments, Penn State Scranton highlighted its commitment to academic excellence and the ongoing contributions of its faculty and staff to their respective fields.
Abdalla, who organized the event, stressed the significance of showcasing these publications as a way to support and celebrate the hard work of the campus community. The event also served as a reminder of the continued importance of scholarly and creative work in higher education.
Overall, the event was an opportunity for the campus to come together in support of academic achievement and to recognize the lasting impact of faculty and staff contributions to knowledge and research.
Some of the published campus authors that were represented and attended the recent Authors' Reception at Penn State Scranton included: Student Engagement and Outreach Librarian Molly Abdalla, the event organizer; Associate Professor of Physics Agnes Kim; Assistant Teaching Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences James Hart; Associate Professor of Human Development and Family Studies Raymond Petren; Associate Professor of English Eva Tettenborn; Assistant Teaching Professor of Nursing Khalid Almasloukh; Reference and Instruction Librarian Kristin Green; and Assistant Teaching Professor of History Paul Frisch.
