Success Stories
Here's what some Saint Francis University Graduate Education graduates and certification students had to say about the programs:
"My graduate experience in the Education Department at Saint Francis University proved to be invaluable on many levels. The challenging coursework, in combination with the structure of the practicum, provided me with a solid foundation on which to pursue an administrative position. I credit the Education Department at Saint Francis University for providing me with the skills and confidence I needed to succeed through the interview process and in my current position as an elementary principal."
-- Robert Gildea
Elementary Principal
Hollidaysburg Area School District
"The Educational Leadership Master's program at Saint Francis University provided me with a solid foundation in education while broadening my skills in the area of business administration and human resources. This degree offered flexibility, allowing me to mold the program to my own specific area of interest and expertise. I believe that this degree has truly prepared me to become an effective leader in the field of public relations."
-- Stephanie Dorezas
Public Relations Specialist
National Oceanic
"Saint Francis University's Principal Certification Program balances theory with practical experiences. Challenging coursework delivered by instructors who are, or were, practicing administrators brings authenticity to the program. The Education Practicum allowed me to take ownership of the learning by choosing a mentor and designing projects that I could be confident would provide me with the skills and knowledge I would need on a daily basis as a principal."
-- Jill Piper
Principal
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School