Remembering Pope Francis
Franciscan University community reflects on the pontificate of our 266th pope.
Articles
Serving Those Society Has Abandoned
“Franciscan University’s undergraduate program in social work celebrates its 30th anniversary of preparing and training students who, like St. Louise, experience an inner striving to place their lives in the service of others.”
New Doctor of Ministry in Evangelization and Catechetics
DMin Program will prepare students for leading roles in the Catholic Church.
Rylie Severson
Life-Changing Encounters
Rebuild My Church Campaign Impact
Dedication of the Franciscan University Homeland Mission in D.C., plus advice on Catholic entrepreneurship and Nights of Hope and Joy recap.
“The World Needs You”
Celebrating the Class of 2025
A Comedy of Errors
Franciscan University alumni share advice and lessons learned from the ups and downs of parenting.
Athletics Overview–Summer 2025
The latest in Baron sports.
In Brief–Summer 2025
A look at recent news from the Franciscan University community.
Mistaken Identity
“I am blessed to participate in the mystery of fatherhood—a fatherhood that reflects the love and guidance of our Holy Father and, ultimately, of our Father in heaven.”
Rebuilders of the Church
Franciscan University wraps up its most successful capital campaign with gratitude to donors and hope for future generations of rebuilders.
Thanks a Million
Another chapter of Franciscan’s story has been written, and what a chapter it has been! But our story is far from over.
In Brief–Winter 2025
A look at recent news from the Franciscan University community.
Athletics Overview–Winter 2025
The latest in Baron sports.
Bringing Missionary Hearts to D.C.
The “why” and “how” behind the new Ward and Kathy Fitzgerald Franciscan University Homeland Mission.
From Franciscan to the World
Inside the Catechetical Institute’s mission to set the world ablaze by forming faithful, joyful, and effective catechists.
A Sense of Belonging
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of household life.
Created Male and Female
WP excerpt
Carlson Che Niba
Called From Cameroon
Proposed Master of Catholic Humanitarian Service
“A degree in Catholic humanitarian service from Franciscan University will be like no other because of the fidelity of our faculty and students to the Gospel.”
Class Notes
Read the latest news from Franciscan alumni for winter 2025.
Deacon Omar Gutiérrez ’97
Omar Gutiérrez lives his faith as a permanent deacon.
Dr. Damian Olsen ’08
Damian Olsen provides OB/GYN treatment that upholds Catholic teachings.
Robert Praetzel ’15
Rob Praetzel uses his business expertise to revitalize Steubenville.
Life From Tragedy
After her son’s death, Heather Kuhlman finds strength in prayer.