SFU and GACTC enter new articulation agreement
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 09/11/2024
Saint Francis University and the Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center (GACTC) recently implemented a new articulation agreement that will allow GACTC high school and postsecondary students to move seamlessly several of the center's programs into the online Associate of Applied Science in Specialized Studies offered through Saint Francis University's Division of Professional Studies.
Blanket Collection Kicks-Off September 11
Melita O’Donnell | 09/09/2024
The Saint Francis University Community Blanketeers collection will begin September 11 and run through October 28, 2024.
Shamus 14th Annual Charity Bike Ride
Erin McCloskey, University Communications & Marketing | 09/06/2024
On September 14, 2024, Brother Shamus will hit the trails of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, embarking on a ride that spans two weekends and covers over 98 miles. Each year, 100% of the charity ride proceeds are donated to the Dorothy Day Outreach Center with over 800,000 being raised since the inception of the bike ride.
Saint Francis University Dedicates New Aviation Education Center
Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 08/30/2024
Saint Francis University proudly celebrated the Blessing and Dedication of the Saint Francis University Aviation Education Center alongside the grand opening of its FAA-certified Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) program on August 29, 2024.
Mass opens 24-25 academic year
University Communications & Marketing | 08/30/2024
We were blessed to open the first week of the 2024-25 academic year on Thursday, August 29 with the traditional Mass of the Holy Spirit on the campus mall. View the photo gallery.
Month of Miracles: Saint Francis University celebrates 800th anniversary of the stigmata
Rachel (Vasilko) Heckman ‘13 | 08/15/2024
The Month of Miracles will kick off on September 4 and will celebrate the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi receiving the stigmata.
Saint Francis University DPT Class of 2024 achieves 100% first-time pass rate on NPTE
University Communications & Marketing | 08/14/2024
Saint Francis University’s DPT Class of 2024 has achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the NPTE, the national licensing exam for physical therapists.
SFU students using podcasts to change the world
Rachel (Vasilko) Heckman ‘13 | 08/08/2024
Saint Francis University students Griffin Burt and Julianne “JJ” Dee started their podcasts for very different reasons, yet both are using their platform to inspire others to follow their dreams or to educate them on matters important to their communities.
Saint Francis University DPT Class of 2025 Earn White Coats
Department of Physical Therapy | 08/02/2024
Saint Francis University's DPT program held a traditional White Coat Ceremony for third-year students in July as the class transitioned from didactic work into their final clinical educational experiences.
2024 Orientation Directors Named
University Communications & Marketing | 07/29/2024
SFU proudly announces the eight students selected to serve as 2024 Orientation Directors. These talented students will lead a team of 60 student volunteer Orientation Counselors to provide a first-class onboarding experience when the Class of 2028 joins the Flash Fam later this month.