Pittsburgh Steelers to Take Center Stage at Baron Club DinnerSpeakers Include Ike Taylor and Three Former Steelers; Three Ohio Valley Sports Leaders to Receive AwardsFebruary 19, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Four Pittsburgh Steelers spanning five decades—led by defensive standout Ike Taylor—will provide plenty of entertainment and memories at Franciscan University of Steubenville’s April 12 Baron Club Dinner.…
Bishop to Address Mission of Pope FrancisBishop Mark Bartchak will speak on “Pope Francis and Catholic Social Teaching: Principles, Spirituality, and Action“February 06, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH— Bishop Mark Bartchak of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown will give a public address at Franciscan University of Steubenville on Tuesday, February 18. Titled “Pope Francis and Catholic Social Teaching:…
Donors Gain Naming Rights, Memorabilia in Finnegan Fieldhouse Expansion ProjectDr. Thomas Matanzo and Dr. Thomas Graham to receive naming rightsJanuary 29, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—Hank Kuzma, Franciscan’s legendary basketball coach, recently thanked two donors for their contributions to the $5 million expansion of Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Finnegan Fieldhouse. The donors, Dr. Thomas Matanzo and Dr.…
Drama Professor Receives Lifetime Achievement AwardDr. Monica Anderson received the Lifetime Achievement Award for Artistic Scholarship and LeadershipJanuary 29, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OHIO—Dr. Monica Anderson, Franciscan University of Steubenville professor of drama, received the Lifetime Achievement Award for Artistic Scholarship and Leadership from the Theatre, Film, and New Media Division of the National Communication Association. Anderson,…
Artist to Speak on How Sacred Art Unlocks Life’s SecretsLouis Bosco discusses the significance of sacred art in the Christian lifeJanuary 24, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Art wields the power to reveal the invisible and render hope, beauty, and goodness tangible. Artist Louis Bosco will discuss art’s illuminating power on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at Franciscan University…
Seminar to Address Intricacies of the Eastern SchismTalks by guest scholars James Likoudis and Dr. Robert FastiggiJanuary 22, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville will host a seminar, Understanding the Eastern Schism, on Friday, January 31, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the Seminar Room of the St. Joseph Center. Talks will be given by guest…
Franciscan University Students Prepare to ‘Be a Light’ at March for LifeMore than 800 students, faculty, staff, and alumni will represent Franciscan University.January 20, 2014 Steubenville, OH — Calling for faith to “be lived in our daily lives and in the public square,” Franciscan University of Steubenville president Father Sean Sheridan, TOR, said he is…
Acclaimed A Capella Choir to Perform “Fields of Praise” ConcertThe concert is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Franciscan University Fine Arts SocietyJanuary 16, 2014 Steubenville, OH— The Pittsburgh Camerata, an a capella chamber choir, will perform at Franciscan University of Steubenville on Saturday, January 25, 2014. The concert will…
Film Society to Show Films of Famed Director John FordFree screenings to be held at the Anathan TheaterJanuary 16, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH — Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Film Society will host screenings of two films directed by four-time Academy Award winning director John Ford. The Quiet Man (1952), one of the biggest commercial successes of…
Conference to Address Threats to Religious FreedomLeading Catholic Scholars to Gather at Franciscan University of Steubenville, April 2014January 03, 2014 STEUBENVILLE, OH—Franciscan University of Steubenville will host a conference, “Truth, Conscience, and Religious Freedom,” which addresses current threats to religious freedom in the United States. The April 4-5, 2014 conference will serve as the inaugural…