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Taylor Hess: Aiming for the Sky

Rachel (Vasilko) Heckman ‘13 | 06/18/2026
Taylor Hess is reaching for the sky—literally and creatively. As an aspiring pilot and fiction writer, she’s pursuing her aviation goals while continuing to grow as a storyteller. From flight training through Nulton Aviation to working on her own fantasy novel, Taylor is creating a future that combines passion, purpose, and possibility at Saint Francis University.

Tesla Dream Job for Engineering Graduate

Rachel (Vasilko) Heckman ‘13 | 06/08/2026
Ever since he was in middle school, Jacob Garrity had his sights set on a career at Tesla. His growing interest in robotics and the company’s image as an industry leader drew him in and ignited a spark. Now, less than six months after his graduation from Saint Francis, Jacob is living out his biggest dream.

Spring 2026 President's & Dean's Lists Announced

University Communications & Marketing | 06/04/2026
Both the President's & Dean's Lists were announced on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. A total of 696 students were named; 234 to the President's List and 462 to the Dean's List.

Austin Wheeler: Finding His Calling and Launching His Career

University Communications & Marketing | 05/22/2026
Austin Wheeler is a senior engineering student who sees his work as a calling, blending faith with hands-on engineering. From building adaptive vehicles for children through Go Baby Go to contributing to NASA-sponsored ballooning projects, he focuses on making a real impact through his work at Saint Francis University.

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.