Light Upon a Hill
75 Years of Evangelization
Articles
Leslie (Grimard ’10) Ford
Leslie Ford’s public policy career has taken her to Capitol Hill and even the White House.
Franciscan University’s Response to 9/11
Remembering the national tragedy that struck 21 years ago.
Introducing Our PhD in Theology Program
Franciscan University’s doctoral program in theology anticipated to launch fall 2024.
How to Talk to People About Jesus
Kree (Kenton ’08) Peña offers insights for sharing the faith.
A Little Secret
Ultimately, I believe Franciscan University is being faithful to the call St. Francis of Assisi received over 800 years ago, the same call the TOR Franciscans who founded this university heard 75 years ago: “Go, rebuild my Church.”
Faith and Football
The 2022 Baron Club dinner highlighted former football players’ stories of faith.
Educated for a Full Life—Additional Content
Read additional alumni memories of Franciscan academics from this issue’s cover story.
Professor Beate Engel-Doyle (1959-2021)
Franciscan University honors a beloved German professor.
Rebuild My Church
Today, Franciscan University continues to answer the call entrusted to its patron.
Dr. Michael Healy
The longtime professor of philosophy reflects on his career.
Jordan Peterson on the Bible, Intrinsic Worth, and Suffering
Franciscan University welcomed the best-selling author for an evening of intellectual inquiry.
More Than Bricks
Rebuild My Church Capital Campaign reaches its initial $75M goal and moves forward to its next phase.
A Helping Hand for Ukraine
The Franciscan community comes together to support Ukrainian refugees.
Father Stu
Remembering the priest whose life inspired a blockbuster movie.
Dr. Alice von Hildebrand (1923-2022)
Franciscan University honors the late Catholic philosopher, professor, and author.
Christie Fleming ’10
Alumni Director Christie Fleming helps thousands of graduates remain connected.
Richard Saxon ’82
Richard Saxon carries on his family’s jewelry business and gives back to his community.
Dr. Robert Sturkey ’75
After studying at the College of Steubenville, Dr. Robert Sturkey followed the Lord’s call to become a dentist.
Graduates Walk By Faith
Franciscan University of Steubenville celebrated its 73rd commencement exercises May 14-15 by bestowing 756 diplomas, making the Class of 2021 the largest in the school’s history.
Class Notes – Summer 2022
Read the latest news from Franciscan alumni for summer 2022.
Points of Light
Franciscan University sends forth the Class of 2022, the largest in its history.
Campus Life Then & Now
A look through the camera lens at 75 years of student activities.
Fireworks Safety
Ed Patton Jr. ’71 offers tips to enjoy fireworks safely.
President’s Letter
Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, celebrates the great progress already made on Franciscan University’s largest-ever capital campaign.