Power of Beauty“ Conference to Discuss Role of Beauty in Everyday LifeRenowned Philosopher Roger Scruton to give keynote address.September 19, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville will host the “Power of Beauty” philosophy conference on October 24-25, 2014. The conference will examine the power of beauty to renew both individual persons and entire communities. Many…
Francis: Professor to Speak on the Life of the Saint and the Holy FatherSchreck will speak on St. Francis' virtues of prayer, poverty, and joySeptember 18, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Two days before the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Franciscan University of Steubenville Theology professor, Dr. Alan Schreck will speak on “St. Francis and Pope Francis:…
All Invited to Franciscan University's Homecoming WeekendOpening events begin on Friday, October 3September 16, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH— Franciscan University of Steubenville’s annual homecoming weekend combines Parents’ Weekend, the Alumni Reunion, and the St. Francis Festival into one grand celebration on October 3-5, 2014. Opening events begin on Friday evening with the Alumni Banquet and Awards…
U.S. News & World Report Gives Franciscan University Top-Tier RankingAcademic excellence, graduation rates among factors for high placement.September 15, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—For the 14th consecutive year, Franciscan University of Steubenville has received a top-tier ranking in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges, 2015 Edition. Franciscan University was ranked 30th overall among 146 Midwest Universities.…
An Evening with Fr. Frank PavoneThe talk is free and open to the public.September 15, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—One of the most prominent pro-life advocates in the United States today, Father Frank Pavone, the national director of Priests for Life, will speak at Franciscan University of Steubenville on Wednesday, October 8. Father Pavone’s talk, “The Responsibilities…
Henry J. Kuzma, “Coach Hank,” Dies at 86Kuzma was a legendary College of Steubenville basketball coach, later fundraiser and ambassador for Franciscan University of Steubenville.September 15, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Legendary Franciscan University of Steubenville basketball coach Hank J. Kuzma, 86, died Saturday, September 13, following a brief illness. Kuzma’s affiliation with Franciscan University spanned more than…
Little Sisters of the Poor to Receive Franciscan University's Poverello MedalThe ceremony will be streamed online.September 12, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH –The Little Sisters of the Poor will receive the Franciscan University of Steubenville Poverello Medal for their dedication to the poor and elderly, and for their courageous stand for Catholic values and religious freedom despite…
Former Polish Prime Minister to Speak on Legacy of St. John Paul IIAustrian Symposium to mark 25th Anniversary of fall of CommunismAugust 27, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH —Former Polish prime minister Hanna Suchocka will give the keynote address at a one-day symposium on the legacy of St. John Paul II, hosted by the Language and Catechetical…
Franciscan University Reacts to Latest HHS Mandate RulingFirst filed in 2012, Franciscan University intends to refile our lawsuit when the time is right.August 26, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville joins a chorus of other religious groups and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to express strong disappointment over the latest proposed changes…
Counseling Program Receives CACREP AccreditationThe Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program combines therapeutic counseling skills with a Christian understanding of the human personAugust 21, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH — Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling has received accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). CACREP…