Saint Francis University and St. Benedict VFW Invite High School Students to Participate in the 2024 William N. Campbell Poppy Project
Mitchell Jubas | 10/08/2024
High school students can join the 2024 William N. Campbell Poppy Project by submitting poppy-themed artwork honoring veterans.
Saint Francis University Earns Most Improved Voting Rate
Mitchell Jubas | 10/07/2024
The 2022 NSLVE report recognized Saint Francis University for its strong voter engagement, earning the Most Improved Voting Rate in the Pennsylvania Campus Voting Challenge, the Presidential Commitment Seal, and a Silver Seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. SFU also celebrated Constitution Day and National Voter Registration Day, launching a voter registration drive to promote civic participation.
Fall 2024 Visual Arts Gallery Exhibition Schedule
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 09/18/2024
The Connors Family Fine Arts Center at Saint Francis University is pleased to announce its Fall 2024 gallery exhibition schedule. This season’s lineup features a diverse array of artists and events aimed at engaging the community through the visual arts.
Saint Francis University Honors Dr. Wayne Takacs with First Named Academic Department
University Marketing & Communications | 06/04/2024
The Dr. Wayne and Elizabeth Takacs Biology Department is Saint Francis University’s first named academic department, made possible by a generous gift from the Takacs family.
17th Mock Convention Maintains 64-year Campus Tradition
History & Political Science Department | 04/23/2024
Approximately 200 people participated, including SFU students, alumni, faculty, administrators, and staff. Students visiting from area colleges also took part along with high school students from the SFU Upward Bound program who played prominent roles.
Connors Family Fine Arts Center Unveiled
University Communications & Marketing | 04/19/2024
The Connors Family Fine Arts Center on 181 St. Catherine Street, Loretto, Pa., officially opened with a blessing and dedication ceremony on April 18, 2024. This new 15,000-square-foot space facility is home to the Resinski Black Box Theatre and the University's visual arts, music, and marching band programs.
History of Mock Conventions at Saint Francis University
Joseph A. Melusky, Ph.D. | 04/17/2024
SFU mock conventions are held every four years for the party that is currently out of the White House. These mock conventions have taken place since 1960, and they have become a tradition on the Saint Francis University campus.
Fine Arts Center Will Open for Business After Spring Break
Colette Costlow, Troubadour Staff Writer | 02/26/2024
Construction work on the Connors Family Fine Arts Center and Resinksi Black Box Theatre at Saint Francis University is expected to be completed in early to mid-March.
SFU students present at American Astronomical Society meeting in New Orleans
Dr. Lanika Ruzhitskaya | 02/08/2024
“SFU in the Stratosphere” student members and Dr. Lanika Ruzhitskaya represented SFU at the 243rd American Astronomical Society meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana from January 7-11, 2024
Printing with a Purpose
University Communications & Marketing | 01/23/2024
An empty plastic Powerade bottle kicked off an unexpected journey for three Saint Francis University Biology/Pre-Medicine majors. Their quest for free filament to use in their personal 3-D printers has blossomed into something truly extraordinary.