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Communications and Marketing

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We bet you are on this page because you have something to share about Saint Francis University. Let us help you find the right path forward.

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The Office of Communications & Marketing (UCM) is an in-house team of strategic marketers, designers, and communicators who bring this message to life through advertising, marketing, communications, and public relations activities.

What we do:

  • oversee university brand standards
  • develop marketing and advertising initiatives to enhance enrollment at both the graduate and undergraduate levels
  • set social media strategy for the University-level accounts and offers guidance to department-level account holders.
  • serve as the official University communications hub providing messaging to external and internal audiences on issues of strategic importance
  • distribute news items related to university activities and facilitate media contacts and public relations 

Contact us:

The Office of Communications and Marketing  can be reached at marketing@francis.edu or 814-471-1283.

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Resources for University Employees

  • If you have a project that you would like the University Marketing and Communications Team to assist you with, submit your request here: UCM  Work Request Form 

  • The UCM team can help you get the word out about public events.  Let us know about your event as far in advance as possible. 

    Getting started: Fill out the UCM Work Request form with the basic information about your event. We can list your event on the master promotional calendar and provide advice on potential public relations (PR), social media, and other strategies. 


     

    University Event Calendar Listing (including ticketed events):  The easiest way to showcase your event on the master promotional calendar on the Localist platform is to fill out the UCM Work Request form. 

    For do-it-yourself info, follow the Localist Event Calendar Instructional Guide.

     

  • Internal Announcements: SFU streams internal announcements on its intranet homepage (my.francis). Employees can add an item anytime through the  form below (First-time users: Ask a UCM team member for the password or check the weekly Campus News email)  Internal Announcement Submission 


     

    Weekly Campus News Round-Up Email:  Items from the internal announcements are shared weekly via Campus News distributed by the UCM team. You can also suggest items to be shared by submitting a UCM Work Request.

  • The UCM team manages SFU's official social media channels and helps departments understand the guidelines surrounding departmental-level social media accounts. 

    All SFU department or organization social media accounts must follow the University's Social Media Policy, including being registered with University Communications and Marketing. 

    Registering official accounts: To register an existing account or start a new one apply here: Social Media Account Registration Form. Please wait for approval from the UCM department before establishing a new account(s).

Resources for the Press

University News

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Why I Serve: A Storytelling Event Featuring Area Veterans

UCM | 05/02/2025
Join us for an afternoon of live storytelling, where area veterans will share their unique and compelling stories about why they chose to serve. This event celebrates the stories and the storytellers, shining a light on the courage, sacrifice, and humanity of the veterans in our area. Why Attend? Support your local veterans by hearing their stories firsthand. This event offers a rare chance to connect with the humanity behind the uniforms , revealing personal moments of courage, sacrifice, and service. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of what it truly means to serve, and a perspective
2025 Powers Awards recipients

Six stand-out educators receive Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award

University Communications & Marketing | 04/30/2025
Saint Francis University presents the Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award to a deserving elementary or secondary teacher or administrator each spring. This year, the university presented the award to six stand-out educators during the Saint Francis University President's Awards Convocation on April 29, 2025.
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Saint Francis University to Host 43rd Annual Red Mass / Law Day on April 25

University Communications & Marketing | 04/14/2025
SFU will host its 43rd Annual Red Mass / Law Day on Friday, April 25, 2025, inviting the legal community and public to reflect on the civic and spiritual responsibilities of law and service. This year’s theme, “The Constitution’s Promise: Out of Many, One,” emphasizes unity and shared purpose rooted in the U.S. Constitution. Marianne Corr, Vice President and General Counsel at the University of Notre Dame, will serve as the keynote speaker.
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Chris Villarrial Signs Extension to Lead Saint Francis Football into New Era

SFU Athletics | 04/02/2025
Saint Francis has extended head coach Chris Villarrial’s contract as he leads the football program through its transition from Division I to Division III. With 68 wins, two NEC titles, and a historic FBS victory, Villarrial is the most successful coach in program history and remains committed to building excellence on and off the field.
Promoted Devin Sweetney Associate Head Coach Men's Basketball

A Red Flash Legend Returns: Devin Sweetney Named Associate Head Coach

SFU Athletics | 03/31/2025
Saint Francis has promoted alum Devin Sweetney to Associate Head Coach after he helped lead the Red Flash to their first NEC title in 34 years and a return to the NCAA Tournament. A former standout player and seasoned pro, Sweetney brings experience and deep ties to the program.
Promoted Luke McConnell

Luke McConnell Named Head Coach of Saint Francis Men’s Basketball

SFU Athletics | 03/27/2025
Saint Francis has promoted alum Luke McConnell to head coach after helping the Red Flash win their first NEC title and NCAA Tournament berth in 34 years. A former player, assistant, and associate head coach, McConnell continues a family legacy—following his father as SFU head coach.
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Red Flash Madness: National Buzz Surrounding Our NEC Champions

University Communications & Marketing | 03/14/2025
The Red Flash Men's Basketball Team has been making headlines across the country after their historic NEC Championship win and ticket punch to the NCAA Tournament. From major sports outlets to popular podcasts, everyone's talking about Saint Francis University.
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Saint Francis University discloses that marketing and recruitment materials designed and deployed by Collegis Education, a third-party provider, are delivered on behalf of SFU to support enrollment growth and optimize marketing efforts. Collegis staff, identified by their titles and affiliations, work under the direction of Saint Francis University. This disclosure aligns with regulatory requirements under 34 CFR § 668.43, ensuring transparency regarding the roles and contributions of Collegis Education in SFU’s outreach initiatives.