Veritas Conference Champions Authentic Religious FreedomTalk Excerpts Available OnlineApril 28, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—“In its fullest and most robust sense, religion is the human person’s being in right relation to the divine, the more than merely human source or sources, if there be such, of meaning and value,” said Dr. Robert George, McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence…
Franciscan University Study Abroad Program Solidifies Ties With Historic Landmark—Kartause Maria Thronus IesuAgreement signed to put the Kartause under singular management of Maria ThronApril 23, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—A recent agreement moved the 14th-century Kartause Maria Thronus Iesu (Monastery of Our Lady, Throne of Jesus) in Gaming, Austria, long-time home to the Franciscan University of Steubenville…
Alumna Wins Fulbright Scholarship to GermanyThe Fulbright experience will pave Sattler’s way to reaching her goal of becoming a language teacher.April 14, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH — A Franciscan University of Steubenville alumna is one step closer to achieving her dream of becoming a language teacher, thanks to her recent selection as a 2014-2015 Fulbright scholar.…
Franciscan Plans Pilgrimage to Poland for World Youth Day 2016Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, to serve as spiritual directorApril 01, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville is organizing a pilgrimage to Krakow, Poland, for World Youth Day 2016. Scheduled for July 25-August 1, 2016, the pilgrimage will begin in Austria and include stops in Vienna, Salzburg,…
Franciscan University Class of 2014 Set to GraduateDaniel Cardinal DiNardo, Bishop Jeffrey Monforton, Michael Warsaw to Receive Honorary DegreesMarch 31, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Father Sean O. Sheridan, TOR, will address his first graduating classes as president of Franciscan University of Steubenville at the 66th commencement exercises, May 9-10, 2014. Events begin Friday, May 9, with the…
Three Concerts to Cultivate a Lenten Attitude of PrayerAll performances are free and open to the publicMarch 25, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville will prayerfully observe the Lenten season with the presentation of three concerts. All performances are free and open to the public. Organ Studio Recital Friday, April 4, 7:30 p.m. St. Peter…
Father Terence Henry, TOR, to Be Honored at Christendom College CommencementFr. Terrence Henry recognized for his outstanding service to God, the Church, and the countryMarch 25, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO — Franciscan University of Steubenville Chancellor Father Terence Henry, TOR, will receive Christendom College’s Pro Deo et Patria Medal for Distinguished Service to God and Country…
Renowned Catholic Scholar Dr. Robert P. George to Address the Role of Religious FreedomFormer presidential appointee to the US Commission of Civil Rights explains how religious freedom differs from “freedom of worship“March 25, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Dr. Robert P. George, Princeton University professor of jurisprudence, will speak on religious freedom at Franciscan University of Steubenville on…
Shakespeare’s Comedy to Tame Fiery TempersFranciscan students to perform one of Shakespeare's most famous comediesMarch 21, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville’s spring drama production will show that even the most wicked tempers can be calmed, in Shakespeare’s comedy, Taming of the Shrew in Anathan Theatre. One of Shakespeare’s earliest comedies, Taming of the Shrew…
Rwandan Genocide Survivor to SpeakImmaculée Ilibagiza to Share Lenten Message of Hope and ForgivenessMarch 18, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO — In 1994, Immaculée Ilibagiza escaped the Rwandan massacre by hiding in a bathroom for three months, armed only with her father’s rosary beads and a Bible. On Tuesday, March 25, Immaculée will share her “Lenten Message…