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SFU Spirit Co. Unveiled as New Campus Store

University Communications & Marketing | 10/02/2026
Saint Francis University has unveiled SFU Spirit Co., a refreshed campus store featuring expanded SFU and Red Wolves merchandise, campus essentials, and a dedicated Catholic Mission Corner. The student-selected name reflects SFU pride, Franciscan identity, and community, and course materials remain available through eCampus.

Family Weekend Brings a Crowd and Red Wolves Spirit to Loretto

University Communications & Marketing | 10/01/2026
Families filled the Saint Francis University campus Sept. 25–27 for the annual Family Weekend, with a packed schedule of activities and a milestone moment in Red Wolves history highlighting the celebration.

The Importance of Reading Specialists in Today’s Schools

Dr. Melissa Peppetti, Director of Graduate Education | 09/28/2026
Every student deserves the opportunity to become a confident, capable reader. Yet, learning to read is not always easy. Students enter classrooms with different experiences, strengths, needs, and approaches to learning.

Annual Community Blanket Donation Underway

Melita O’Donnell, Academic Affairs | 09/21/2026
The Saint Francis University Community Blanketeers collection began September 16 and runs through October 29, 2026. Since 2006, the Blanketeers have collected more than 3,603 beautiful quilted, crocheted, knitted, fleece-tied, and embroidered blankets, which have been donated to local children in Blair County, Cambria County, and surrounding areas.

Windows to the World Event

09/17/2026
Celebrate cultures, traditions, and global connections at Saint Francis University’s International Education Festival! Join students, faculty, staff, and community members for an interactive celebration featuring food, music, traditions, and stories from around the world.

Saint Francis University Marks September 11 Anniversary

Randall Frye '18, Engagement & Stewardship Manager | 09/11/2026
Saint Francis University marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a solemn ceremony that began at 8:46 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Explore Aviation Careers at Nov. 7 Open House

University Communications & Marketing | 09/07/2026
Saint Francis University will host a public Aviation Open House and Career Fair offering prospective attendees a up-close look at one of the region’s most innovative career training programs. Learn about pilot and maintenance career tracks.