Franciscan Magazine
Winter 2026
Cover Story
Zooming to Christ
What recent survey trends—and anecdotes—indicate about Gen Z and religion.
Celeste Fortenberry
- All
- Alumni Profile
- Baron Athletics
- Capital Campaign
- Class Notes
- Cover Story
- Featured
- Franciscan Faces
- From the President
- In Brief
- Professor Profile
- Secrets to Success
- The Dean's List
From the President
In the World, as Light
“Athletics at Franciscan University is not simply about performance, though we pursue excellence. It is about forming men and women as disciples of Jesus Christ.”
Father Dave Pivonka, TOR
Cover Story
Zooming to Christ
What recent survey trends—and anecdotes—indicate about Gen Z and religion.
Celeste Fortenberry
Capital Campaign
In Between
After the successful conclusion to the Rebuild My Church Campaign, Advancement Vice President Bob Hickey tells us what’s next.
Lisa Ferguson
Capital Campaign
Franciscan Friends: Jim MA ’03 and Christen (Pine ’07) Routh
Why the Rouths find value in tithing.
Judy Roberts
Capital Campaign
Franciscan Friends: Steve McDonnell
How a conference attendee became one of Franciscan’s faithful friends.
Judy Roberts
Capital Campaign
Noah: A Sign of Faith and Reason
Highlighting the Noah statue outside Christ the Teacher Hall.
Gregg Miliote
Featured
The Power of Forgiveness
Genocide survivor Immaculée Ilibagiza shares personal insights into mercy and prayer.
Jessica Walker
Featured
Male and Female, He Created Them
The story behind the Institute for the Study of Man and Woman.
Peter A. Pinedo
The Dean's List
Consult Not Your Fears
“Through prayer, and the nurturing of relationships with Jesus, others, and life, we can discover our call.”
Dr. Regina Poletunow Boerio
Alumni Profile
Tom Szyszkiewicz ’84
Tom Szyszkiewicz makes a successful career in Catholic media.
Brigid Burt
Alumni Profile
Caroline Gambale-Dirkes ’93
Caroline Gambale-Dirkes shares the Gospel with Chinese migrants.
Brigid Burt
Featured
The Spiritual Sons of Father Giles Dimock, OP
Prince of Peace Household honors their spiritual father.
Marianna Rosaschi
Featured
Open Hearts
Franciscan celebrates the 30th Annual Religious Vocations Fair.
Alexander Belogour
Featured
For Families Facing Miscarriage
The Harprings bring comfort to grieving parents.
Maura Roan McKeegan
Featured
Faithful Values and Wealth: 10 Financial Tips for Catholics
Financial experts give advice on stewarding your resources wisely.
Alex McKenna
Featured
Seen, Known, and Loved Online
Franciscan Life Online upholds intentionality and authenticity for distant learners.
Peter A. Pinedo
Featured
Helping Make Newman a Doctor of the Church
Dr. Logan Gage’s role in St. John Henry Newman’s recent elevation.
Gregg Miliote
Secrets to Success
Backpacking Tips
Michael ’20 and Helena (Stadnik ’19) Araps share hard-earned backpacking lessons.
Marianna Rosaschi
From the President
In the World, as Light
“Athletics at Franciscan University is not simply about performance, though we pursue excellence. It is about forming men and women as disciples of Jesus Christ.”
Father Dave Pivonka, TOR
