Saints United: For Our Students, For Our Future
USF is taking proactive steps to address the current challenges facing higher education by strengthening the institution for the future.
October 13, 2025
USF is taking proactive steps to address the current challenges facing higher education by strengthening the institution for the future.
USF formally inaugurated Dr. Ryan C. Hendrickson as the institution’s 10th president during an on-campus ceremony on October 3, 2025.
New book by University of St. Francis professor Anna Ioanes Explores Connections between Violence and Beauty in American Literature and Art
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra (JSO) opens the first concert set of its 21st season with music by Giuseppe Verdi, David DeBoor Canfield, and Alexander Borodin, and featuring saxophonist Nathan Bogert.
The University of St. Francis Music at Moser concert series has been providing the community with entertainment for decades. Music lovers of all ages are welcome to enjoy a show at our quaint campus in Joliet’s Cathedral Area.
The University of St. Francis, a recently designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, celebrates the honor during National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week September 8-14.
University of St. Francis (USF) is one of the nation’s academically best undergraduate institutions according to the education services company The Princeton Review®. Joliet, Ill.
University of St. Francis Art Gallery invites you to KUCHINSKI & STOIBER: Form & Fiber opening reception. Joliet, Ill. – This dynamic exhibition brings together
University of St. Francis and Diocese of Joliet create accessibility in Catholic education through guaranteed admission program Joliet, Ill. – The University of St. Francis
This morning, USF’s president, Dr. Ryan Hendrickson, was on the air with Scott Slocum in the Morning at WJOL 1340 AM to share more about
This classification recognizes institutions that foster success through student access and earnings Joliet, Ill. – The University of St. Francis (USF) has been classified as
In fall of 2024, the University of St. Francis Board of Trustees informed the university of Dr. Arvid Johnson’s intention to retire at the end
The University of St. Francis continues to demonstrate its commitment to student success and academic excellence, as its Academic Resource Center (ARC) has successfully completed the rigorous process of recertification through the College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA).
After building a 20-plus year resume of successfully leading collegiate, club and professional volleyball teams, Tom Welsh will look to bring those same winning traits to the University of St. Francis as he takes over both the Fighting Saints women’s team and the newly-created men’s program.
The creator of the famous defensive technique known as the Peanut Punch, Charles “Peanut” Tillman will become the 11th Chicago Bear to serve as the guest speaker at University of St. Francis’ 47th Annual Brown & Gold Night on Monday, April 13, 2026.
The USF College of Education is proud to announce that two of its alumnae have been named finalists for the Golden Apple Award for Teaching through the Golden Apple Foundation.
In March 2026, USF President Ryan C. Hendrickson shared positive updates on air with Scott Slocum on 1340 WJOL FM.
The USF and OLTHS announce a new partnership and scholarship to create pathways for OLTHS students to continue their education at USF.
The University of St. Francis and Joliet Junior College announced a new guaranteed transfer agreement, designed to help more students earn higher credentials while staying, working and contributing in their local communities.
USF’s annual High School Art Exhibition & Competition was a success! The university has announced the names of award winners and participants.
USF announced that its Day of Giving on March 3, 2026 was successful, raising funds for strategic initiatives including the expansion of athletics and the addition of men’s volleyball.
USF is launching updates to its Honors Program, known as the Duns Scotus Honors Program. The Honors Program, named after famed Franciscan
The University of St. Francis regrets to inform the community of the passing of its sixth president, Dr. John “Jack” C. Orr, who served the then-College of St. Francis community for 23 years—as president from 1974-1995, and as chancellor until 1997. Orr held the position for the longest of any president to date.
Students who have attained a grade point average of 3.5 or higher at the end of a semester in which they have taken at least twelve credit hours are named to the Dean’s List.