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Saint Francis University annual blanket donation begins Sept. 11
The Saint Francis University Community Blanketeers collection will begin September 11 and run through October 28, 2024. Since 2006, the Blanketeers have collected more than 2,993 beautiful quilted, crocheted, knitted, and embroidered blankets, which ha...
Sep 9, 2024, 10:58am EDT

Saint Francis University Dedicates New Aviation Education Center
The Saint Francis University Aviation Education Center at the John Murtha Johnstown-Cambria County Airport in Johnstown is officially open. The University proudly marked the occasion on Thursday, August 29, 2024, with the Blessing and Dedication of the...
Sep 3, 2024, 10:56am EDT

Media Invite Reminder
The Very Rev. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., Ph.D., President of Saint Francis University, cordially invites you to the Blessing & Dedication of the Saint Francis University Aviation Education Center at the John Mutha Johnstown Cambria County Airport. D...
Aug 28, 2024, 1:27pm EDT

Saint Francis University to Celebrate "The Month of Miracles"
Saint Francis University is proud to announce a month-long series of public events celebrating "The Month of Miracles," beginning September 4, 2024. This special celebration honors the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi receiving the stigmata, ...
Aug 23, 2024, 11:05am EDT

Media Invite: Ribbon-Cutting Saint Francis University Aviation Education Center
The Very Rev. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., Ph.D., President of Saint Francis University, cordially invites you to the Blessing & Dedication of the Saint Francis University Aviation Education Center at the John Mutha Johnstown Cambria County Airport. D...
Aug 23, 2024, 10:55am EDT

Saint Francis University Named "College of Distinction" ten years in a row
Saint Francis University has been recognized for its long-term commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow, and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a unique guide for college-bound students. Based on SFU's demonstrated excellence in four ...
Jul 25, 2024, 10:25am EDT

Saint Francis University's Aviation Maintenance Technician Program Achieves FAA Certification
Saint Francis University proudly announces that its new Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) certificate program received formal Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification in late May. This milestone makes the AMT program the only FAA Part 1...
Jul 17, 2024, 8:45am EDT

Saint Francis University Honors Dr. Wayne Takacs with First 'Named' Academic Department
Saint Francis University proudly announces the naming of the Biology Department in honor of long-time faculty member Dr. Wayne Takacs. The Dr. Wayne and Elizabeth Takacs Biology Department is the University's first named academic department, made possi...
Jun 4, 2024, 1:56pm EDT

Saint Francis University Receives Largest Unrestricted Annual Fund Gift from Anonymous Alumni
Saint Francis University is thrilled to announce the receipt of a $500,000 gift, the largest unrestricted annual fund gift from a living alumnus in its history. This extraordinary contribution is a testament to the enduring impact of the University's C...
May 31, 2024, 10:47am EDT

Three stand-out Cambria Heights educators receive Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award
Saint Francis University presents the Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award to a deserving elementary or secondary teacher or administrator each spring. This year, the university presented the award to three outstanding Cambria Heights educators (...
May 6, 2024, 11:08am EDT