Franciscan Frisbee Team Makes Nationals, Hosts First Home Game

Franciscan Frisbee Team Makes Nationals, Hosts First Home GameThe “Neal Rylatt Memorial“ Cup To Be Played May 7May 02, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—For the second year in a row, Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Ultimate Frisbee men’s club team, “Franciscan Fatal,” will compete for a national title after sweeping both the Ohio Conference and Ohio Valley Regional…

Early Bird Registration Extended for Adult Summer Conferences

Early Bird Registration Extended for Adult Summer ConferencesFranciscan University launches 41st season of life-changing Catholic conferences.April 15, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—The early bird registration deadline for four of Franciscan University’s Catholic summer conferences for adults has been extended until April 29, the feast of St. Catherine of Siena. The famous saint once said, “Do not be…

Mass, Two Ceremonies to Send Forth Franciscan University’s Class of 2016

Mass, Two Ceremonies to Send Forth Franciscan University's Class of 2016Father Terence Henry, TOR, will be among the honorees for his 13 years of service to Franciscan University as president.April 08, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—The May 13-14, 2016, commencement exercises at Franciscan University of Steubenville will mark the graduation of more than 660 students—and the first…

Two New Books From Franciscan University Press Reflect Unique Christian Perspectives

Two New Books From Franciscan University Press Reflect Unique Christian PerspectivesApril 05, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University Press—in collaboration with The Catholic University of America Press—has recently published two thought-provoking books from very different perspectives: One examines societal issues through the lens of Christianity, while one offers poetry from a disciple’s heart. Challenging the Secular Culture:…

Statement From Father Sean O. Sheridan, TOR, president of Franciscan University of Steubenville, on the Death of EWTN Foundress Mother Angelica

Statement From Father Sean O. Sheridan, TOR, president of Franciscan University of Steubenville, on the Death of EWTN Foundress Mother AngelicaMarch 28, 2016 Franciscan University of Steubenville joins the EWTN family in mourning the death of EWTN foundress, Mother Angelica. With humble roots not far from Franciscan University in Canton, Ohio, Mother Angelica started and…

New Report Details Franciscan University’s Impact on Local Economy

New Report Details Franciscan University’s Impact on Local Economy“Multiplier effect” of $320 million at work in Steubenville metro area is nearly 19 percent of economic activity.March 10, 2016 View the Report STEUBENVILLE, OH— Two Franciscan University of Steubenville economics professors have released their newest study (available here) on the University’s economic impact on the local…

Dr. Pat Lee Testifies Before Congressional Panel

Dr. Pat Lee Testifies Before Congressional PanelFranciscan University bioethicist asserts that fundamental right to life begins at moment of conception.March 03, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Testifying March 2 at the U.S. Capitol before the Select Investigative Panel on Infant Lives, Dr. Patrick Lee, director of Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Center for Bioethics, said, “Governmental funding of abortion…

No Fees Charged for Seminarians Who Attend Priests, Deacons, Seminarians Retreat

No Fees Charged for Seminarians Who Attend Priests, Deacons, Seminarians RetreatFebruary 16, 2016 STEUBENVILLE, OH—A benefactor with a great love for the priesthood is making it affordable for any seminarian to attend the Priests, Deacons, Seminarians Retreat, June 20-24, at Franciscan University of Steubenville. The offer covers the cost of registration, and on-campus room and…