SFU hosts 3rd Annual First Responders Day
University Communications & Marketing | 10/28/2024
Saint Francis University welcomed First Responders from across the state on Oct. 25, 2024 for the 3rd Annual First Responders Day. It was the university's largest First Responders Day celebration, with almost 20 organizations from the fire service, law enforcement, and emergency medical services participating.
Discovering Development: Highlights from Our Doctor of Physical Therapy Program's Baby Day Event
Department of Physical Therapy | 10/23/2024
The Doctor of Physical Therapy program hosted its annual Baby Day event to bridge classroom knowledge with real-world pediatric assessment. This unique opportunity allowed our students to observe and engage with children at various developmental stages, enhancing their understanding of motor skills and assessment techniques.
Doctor of Physical Therapy Students help at Third Annual Wheelchair Wash and Tune
Department of Physical Therapy | 10/23/2024
The South Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the United Spinal Association and Laurel Medical Solutions hosted their third annual Wheelchair Wash and Tune on October 4th, 2024. Saint Francis University’s DPT Class of 2027 students assisted during the event, transferring patients and cleaning wheelchairs.
Poverty Simulation Event Highlights the Struggles of Those in Need
Mitchell Jubas | 10/21/2024
On October 18th, the Poverty Simulation Event gathered students and faculty from nursing, PT, social work, and public health to experience the challenges of poverty firsthand. Participants faced scenarios involving housing, healthcare, and limited resources, fostering empathy and raising awareness. The event highlighted the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and inspired attendees to take action in addressing poverty within their communities.
Saint Francis University welcomes new board members
University Communications & Marketing | 10/21/2024
Saint Francis University has announced the election of four new members to its Board of Trustees: Fr. Zachary Burns, T.O.R. of Colleyville, TX; Wayne Dedrick, of Palm Coast, FL; Jonathan Gleason of Johnstown, PA of Mark Harabedian of Mendham, NJ.
Saint Francis University Welcomes Inaugural Group of Students to Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic Academy
Erin McCloskey | 10/15/2024
Left to Right: Michael Cacciotti, BG Principal, Students: Addison Berardi - Adaya Craig – Dominic Danastasio – Riley Gofus, Tori Wilsoncroft, BG School Counselor Saint Francis University Welcomes Inaugural Group of Students to Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program at Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic Academy Saint Francis University is excited to announce the acceptance of the inaugural group of students into the new Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program, offered exclusively to Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic Academy students. This program, a unique collaboration between Saint Francis University and Bishop
Nursing alumnae volunteers with Mercy Ships in Africa
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 10/15/2024
Michaela Smith, a 2016 Saint Francis University BSN graduate, recently served as a volunteer nurse for a two-week rotation in September with Mercy Ships, bringing healing and hope to communities in Sierra Leone, Africa.
Saint Francis University welcomes shelter cats to the library
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 10/10/2024
Meet Bones and Booth: Saint Francis University's newest recruits are two precocious shelter cats who have set up residence in a specially outfitted cat room in the university library.
1968 alum Frank Tummillo honored with posthumous Assisi Award and criminal justice scholarship
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 10/10/2024
1968 Saint Francis College alumnus Frank Tummillo who was killed in the line of duty in 1972 during an undercover narcotics investigation was honored posthumously with the 2024 Assisi Award and a criminal justice scholarship in his name thanks to the fundraising efforts of his Alphi Phi Delta fraternity brothers.
