ROTC Profile: Hunter Blasko
University Communications & Marketing | 04/22/2025
Discover how an environmental engineering student at Saint Francis University found leadership, purpose, and a full scholarship through Army ROTC—culminating in a commission as a Second Lieutenant.
Honors Program Profile Veronica Crum
Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 04/22/2025
Profile: Honors Student Veronica Crum is a communications major with a passion for creative writing and mental health advocacy. Her thesis is a fantasy novel exploring themes of psychology, generational trauma, neurodiversity, and self-discovery through a protagonist grappling with a powerful prophecy.
Saint Francis University to Host 43rd Annual Red Mass / Law Day on April 25
University Communications & Marketing | 04/14/2025
SFU will host its 43rd Annual Red Mass / Law Day on Friday, April 25, 2025, inviting the legal community and public to reflect on the civic and spiritual responsibilities of law and service. This year’s theme, “The Constitution’s Promise: Out of Many, One,” emphasizes unity and shared purpose rooted in the U.S. Constitution. Marianne Corr, Vice President and General Counsel at the University of Notre Dame, will serve as the keynote speaker.
Chris Villarrial Signs Extension to Lead Saint Francis Football into New Era
SFU Athletics | 04/02/2025
Saint Francis has extended head coach Chris Villarrial’s contract as he leads the football program through its transition from Division I to Division III. With 68 wins, two NEC titles, and a historic FBS victory, Villarrial is the most successful coach in program history and remains committed to building excellence on and off the field.
Honors Program Profile Toby Cree
Written by David Lyttle, Class of 2027 | 04/01/2025
Profile: Honors Student Toby Cree is a chemistry major with a passion for Green Chemistry. Toby’s thesis explores sustainable approaches to nanoparticle synthesis, specifically focusing on gold nanoparticles and fluorescent carbon dots.
A Red Flash Legend Returns: Devin Sweetney Named Associate Head Coach
SFU Athletics | 03/31/2025
Saint Francis has promoted alum Devin Sweetney to Associate Head Coach after he helped lead the Red Flash to their first NEC title in 34 years and a return to the NCAA Tournament. A former standout player and seasoned pro, Sweetney brings experience and deep ties to the program.
Saint Francis University celebrates acceptance into Presidents' Athletic Conference
University Communications & Marketing | 03/31/2025
In a forward-looking "Welcome Press Conference" held Friday, March 28, 2025, at Saint Francis University, celebrated SFU’s acceptance into the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC).
Luke McConnell Named Head Coach of Saint Francis Men’s Basketball
SFU Athletics | 03/27/2025
Saint Francis has promoted alum Luke McConnell to head coach after helping the Red Flash win their first NEC title and NCAA Tournament berth in 34 years. A former player, assistant, and associate head coach, McConnell continues a family legacy—following his father as SFU head coach.
Saint Francis University Announces Move from NCAA Division I Athletics to Division III Athletics
University Communications & Marketing | 03/25/2025
Saint Francis University announced a decision by its Board of Trustees that directs the president and the leadership team to pursue a reclassification of its NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program to Division III