Franciscan Launches Online Associate Degree Programs in Theology and PhilosophyPrograms Begin Fall 2017; Franciscan Now Offers Six Online Degree ProgramsJune 06, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—Franciscan University of Steubenville has expanded its online offerings with two new programs—an associate of arts degree in philosophy and an associate of arts degree in theology. The programs begin in fall 2017 and will…
Plenary Indulgence Available for Veneration of Our Lady of Fatima StatuePope Francis granted the plenary indulgence in honor of the 100th anniversary of Mary's apparition at Fatima.May 23, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—In honor of the 100th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady at Fatima, Portugal, Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence “to the pious…
Bishop Blesses Mural of the Blessed Mother in Downtown SteubenvilleThe mural was painted in part by last summer's Steubenville Mission Team.May 23, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—Members of the Franciscan University Steubenville Summer Mission team, religious, and lay people gathered in an alley in downtown Steubenville on Friday, May 19, as Steubenville Bishop Jeffrey M. Monforton blessed the mural of the Immaculate Heart of…
Franciscan University Enters Into Law School AgreementsLaw school can be completed in six rather than seven years through these agreements with The Catholic University of America and Ave Maria School of Law.May 19, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—Responding to the need for lawyers who are educated with a Catholic worldview, Franciscan University of Steubenville has entered into…
Franciscan to Kick Off Adult Summer Conferences in JuneMay 08, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OH—For the 42nd consecutive summer, Franciscan University of Steubenville will host dynamic adult conferences packed with inspirational speakers, engaging workshops, and fresh opportunities to encounter the Catholic faith. Kicking off the summer, the Power and Purpose Conference will be held June 9-11. Centered around the theme “Abide and Arise,” participants will be invited to…
AIM Women’s Center Receives Grant From Parkhurst Dining, Franciscan UniversityMay 04, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OH—The AIM Women’s Center was named the recipient of the annual Parkhurst Dining/Franciscan University of Steubenville Love Where You Live Grant. Parkhurst Dining, the University’s campus dining partner, awards a $5,000 grant each year to benefit the greater Steubenville community. Parkhurst is a division of the Eat’n Park Hospitality…
Franciscan University Among Select Group of Colleges That Provide a “Faithful Catholic Education“Franciscan has been included every year the Guide has been published.May 04, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—As it has since the first edition was published 10 years ago, Franciscan University of Steubenville is included in The Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic College. Prepared by the Cardinal Newman Society, the 2017-2018 Newman Guide recommends 29…
Franciscan University Teams Up With Duquesne Pharmacy ProgramMarch 24, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OH— Responding to a growing industry demand for pharmacists, Franciscan University of Steubenville has partnered with the prestigious Duquesne University School of Pharmacy to give students the opportunity to earn a doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) after beginning their studies at Franciscan. The new program,…
Franciscan University of Steubenville Announces New Athletic DirectorMike Holmes to Begin Duties May 1March 01, 2017 STEUBENVILLE—Vice President of Student Life David Schmiesing today announced Mike Holmes as the new director of Athletics at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Holmes will be the second director of Athletics at Franciscan since the University brought back varsity athletics…
Prayers, Blessing Mark Thirtieth Anniversary of the Tomb of the Unborn ChildSeven Victims of Abortions are interred in the Tomb of the Unborn Child.January 25, 2017 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—“This monument is erected to the memory of those innocents who have died unjustly, whose lives were taken from them while they grew in the womb.” On Sunday,…