School of STEAM

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics

Why embrace STEAM at SFU?

Wherever your interests lie, we believe in helping every student develop a mind for exploration.

Graduates of Saint Francis University's School of STEAM address challenges and seize opportunities. They are compassionate, responsible, motivated, and confident citizens who:

Think critically and creatively
Respect life
Cherish continued learning
Promote moral, spiritual, and social development
Practice appropriate personal and professional ethical behavior
Communicate clearly in writing and speaking
Work effectively in teams
Leverage technology responsibly
Recognize their responsibilities to family, community, country, and world

STEAM at Saint Francis University

Toward an Integral Knowledge of Reality

At the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics (STEAM) at Saint Francis University, we believe true understanding comes from interdisciplinary learning. As Pope Francis writes in Fratelli Tutti, “Researchers who are expert in their own field, yet also familiar with the findings of other sciences and discipline. . . become open to a more comprehensive and integral knowledge of reality.” Our students gain this broad perspective through small classes, hands-on research, internships, service projects, and real-world problem-solving. Through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and community engagement, they develop into compassionate, ethical, and innovative servant leaders prepared to make a meaningful impact on the world.

Step into Your Future with Confidence

Our integrative approach equips graduates with a strong foundation, guided by world-class faculty who are engaged, up to date, and dedicated to shaping future leaders. With a broad perspective that encompasses aesthetics, culture, the environment, history, mathematics, ethics, faith, politics, science, and technology, our students leave prepared to navigate complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.

Our Guiding Principles:

The School of STEAM:

Cultivates a deep love of life and learning through real-world experiences, grounded in the conviction that a meaningful life is one of service and adding value to the world.
Affirms that a quality education is inherently interdisciplinary, fostering a profound understanding of the interconnected nature of reality.
Prepares principled individuals to lead with integrity in their professions, communities, and personal lives.

Majors, Minors, and Concentrations offered in STEAM

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A personalized approach to learning and leading

Our faculty members have been highly successful in receiving external funding for the enhancement of undergraduate STEAM education, both in the classroom and in the laboratory.

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Dr. Art Remillard
Dean, School of STEAM

Email: aremillard@francis.edu

P: 814.472.3339

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STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities for growth. Support for your passion.

Our School of STEAM gives students the opportunity to conduct research as early as soon as their freshman year. Our students practice their new skills through outreach activities such as Science Day, Multicultural Week, Darwin Day, Rural Outreach Chemistry for Kids (R.O.C.K.), PA Statistics Poster Competition, Pi Day, and many more. Many students also take part in study abroad programs and immersive learning experiences.

STEAM by the Numbers

407,120	dollars in external grants secured for the 2020-2021 academic year by STEAM faculty and staff
5,627	friends in the community engaged in 193 STEAM activities during the 2020-2021 academic year
353	students enrolled in STEAM programs during the Fall 2021 semester
54	faculty in STEAM to challenge, support, and mentor students
21	students completed STEAM undergraduate research in the summer of 2021, while being paid minimum wage, with free housing and meal plan funded by the university and school
17	students on average in each STEAM class, to ensure students are engaged and involved, able to ask and answer questions
7	students for each faculty member (student to faculty ratio), ensuring students get individual attention
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Several academic programs within the School of STEAM at Saint Francis University are accredited by their respective specialized accrediting agencies.
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Honors Program Profile Cole Weiland

Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 06/24/2025

Cole Weiland, a third-year Chemistry major at Saint Francis University, has thrived in the Honors Program through hands-on research in cytochrome c oxidation and acid mine drainage remediation. As SGA president and an Eagle Scout, he’s also led campus initiatives and maintained strong community ties. Looking ahead to medical school, he values the mentorship and opportunities the program has provided.

Why I Served: A Storytelling Event

Mitchell Jubas | 05/23/2025

Join us for an afternoon of live storytelling as local veterans share powerful, personal stories of courage, sacrifice, and service. This free event offers a rare chance to connect with the humanity behind the uniform and honor those who served.

ROTC Profile: Hunter Blasko

University Communications & Marketing | 04/22/2025

Discover how an environmental engineering student at Saint Francis University found leadership, purpose, and a full scholarship through Army ROTC—culminating in a commission as a Second Lieutenant.

Honors Program Profile Veronica Crum

Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 04/22/2025

Profile: Honors Student Veronica Crum is a communications major with a passion for creative writing and mental health advocacy. Her thesis is a fantasy novel exploring themes of psychology, generational trauma, neurodiversity, and self-discovery through a protagonist grappling with a powerful prophecy.

Honors Program Profile Toby Cree

Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 04/01/2025

Profile: Honors Student Toby Cree is a chemistry major with a passion for Green Chemistry. Toby’s thesis explores sustainable approaches to nanoparticle synthesis, specifically focusing on gold nanoparticles and fluorescent carbon dots.

Set Sail for Laughter: Anything Goes at Saint Francis University!

Center for Fine Arts | 03/14/2025

Saint Francis University’s Center for Fine Arts proudly presents Anything Goes, a high-energy musical comedy filled with romance, mistaken identities, and toe-tapping Cole Porter classics. Join us at the JFK Student Center Auditorium from April 10-13, 2025, for an unforgettable night of laughter, music, and Broadway-worthy fun!

Honors Program Profile Ava Rhoads

Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 02/28/2025

Profile of Honors Student Ava Rhoads, a double major in Aquarium and Zoo Science and Psychology, with minors in Biological Diving and Animal-Assisted Healthcare and Education. She has a full plate, but she thrives on the challenge.

Veterans: Share Your Story at the "Why I Served" Workshop & Event

Mitchell Jubas | 02/28/2025

Saint Francis University invites veterans to Why I Served, a unique storytelling program designed to help them craft and share their personal stories of service.

Honors Program Profile Gavin Ross

Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 02/10/2025

Profile of Honors Student Gavin Ross, a chemistry major pursuing minors in history, mathematics, and Spanish. For his thesis project, he is exploring the sustainable use of mechanochemistry in metalation. He enjoys engaging with peers in the program who bring diverse perspectives to the table.

Saint Francis University: A Unique Gem in Engineering Education

Mitchell Jubas | 01/30/2025

Saint Francis University is one of the few small master’s comprehensive universities with an ABET-accredited engineering program, offering both personalized learning and graduate opportunities. This unique distinction sets SFU apart from most small schools, combining a close-knit community with the resources of a larger university.

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