2026 Writers Retreat Set for June
Fine Arts Department | 05/15/2026
Writing Among The Pines: A Writer’s Retreat on June 12th – 14th (18+) Join our group of writers and educators for a weekend of workshops, group critiques, guided writing exercises, and the beauty of the Saint Francis campus to inspire your writing.
SFU Summer Arts Workshops Announced
Fine Arts Department | 05/14/2026
Choose from an exciting array of workshops including bookbinding, stained glass, encaustics, and acrylic landscape painting at the Connors Family Fine Arts Center at Saint Francis University in Loretto, Pa.
SFU Nearspace Ballooning Team Launches High-Altitude Mission with Altoona Students
Br. Marius Strom, Engineering Laboratory Instructor | 05/14/2026
Saint Francis University’s Nearspace Ballooning Program partnered with Altoona Area High School students to launch a high-altitude research balloon mission near Spring Church, Pennsylvania. Supported by the FirstEnergy Foundation, the project gave students hands-on experience in science, engineering, launch operations, and payload recovery.
SFU Engineers Earn Top Honors at Zingale Big Idea Competition
Mitchell Jubas | 04/21/2026
Two Saint Francis University engineering students earned third place and a $5,000 prize at the Zingale Big Idea Competition with their innovative high-heat safety product, Heatmark.
SFU’s IDEA Center: The Radio Jove radio telescope connects SFU to outer space
Dr. Tim Miller | 04/21/2026
Saint Francis University’s Radio Jove telescope connects students and regional high schools to real space data, offering hands-on experience in astronomy, engineering, and STEM research.
Care for Creation, Care for Saint Francis University
University Communications & Marketing | 04/20/2026
Saint Francis University welcomed Fr. Jonathan St. Andre, T.O.R., for a presentation on the Canticle of the Creatures, highlighting themes of unity, humility, and care for creation inspired by Saint Francis of Assisi.
Sam Przybys: Finding Her Voice in Sports Media and Communications
Shields School of Business - Communications Program | 04/16/2026
Sam Przybys transitioned from Marine Biology to Communications, where she combined her passion for sports with media and storytelling through reporting, writing, and student media leadership.
Saint Francis University Hosts CCAP District 2 Spring Meeting at Aviation Education Center
Mitchell Jubas | 04/15/2026
Saint Francis University hosted the CCAP District 2 Spring Meeting, bringing together regional leaders to discuss innovation, workforce development, and the growing role of aviation and emerging technologies in regional growth.
Saint Francis University and Valley Forge Military College Sign Articulation Agreement
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 02/18/2026
Saint Francis University has entered into a new articulation agreement with Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) that establishes a clear and efficient pathway for students—especially those earning ROTC scholarships—to complete their bachelor’s degrees at Saint Francis.
Olivia Renk: Future Healer and Athletic Record Breaker
Athletics & University Communications | 02/17/2026
Olivia is just getting started in her college track career, and she has already broken several SFU track records. Plus, she's getting a head start on her healthcare career as an undergraduate PA student in the Accelerated Early-Entry (3+2) MPAS program.