The Inauguration of the 10th President of the University of St. Francis

You are cordially invited to the inauguration of Ryan C. Hendrickson, Ph.D. as the 10^th president of the University of St. Francis.

The installation ceremony will be held on Friday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m. in the Pat Sullivan Center at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois. All friends of the university are welcome.

Additional details will be published on this page as they become available.

Call 815-740-3398 with questions or for more information.

• About Dr. Hendrickson
• University of St. Francis Mission 
• About the University of St. Francis
• Map & Directions

LODGING

A room block has been reserved for this event at Home2 Suites by Hilton (4095 Hennepin Dr., Joliet, IL 60431) under the event name “University of St. Francis.” Please call 815-727-3310 for reservations. To receive the preferred group rate, please call to make your reservation by September 8, 2025.