USF invites the Joliet Community to connect with its new president at upcoming local gatherings Joliet, Ill. – The University of St. Francis (USF) and
Students at the University of St. Francis (USF) publish research about Vietnamese Consumers Joliet, Ill. – Congratulations to Dr. Dao Cam Thuy, supervising lecturer at
Art & Design Professor, Chester Alamo-Costello, is working in China for 8 weeks during the summer of 2025. Joliet, Ill. – Art & Design Professor,
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra (JSO) is pleased to announce the finale concert set of its 2024-2025 Season, its 20th, with Artistic Director & Conductor, Dr.
The Joliet Symphony Orchestra (JSO) is pleased to announce the finale concert set of its 2024-2025 Season, its 20th, with Artistic Director & Conductor, Dr.
USF is proud to announce the outstanding success of its recent Caritas Scholarship Celebration held on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
The University of St. Francis received a $102,363 grant to promote interfaith engagement through courses, workshops, and student-led faith initiatives. Joliet, Ill. – The University
Joliet, Ill. – The University of St. Francis (USF) has partnered with the Esports & Online Gaming Association (ESOGA) to deliver a series of new
Students attend 2025 Illinois Certification Board Conference, Erick Guzman-Macedo was chosen as ICB Student Advisor. Joliet, Ill. – Students Amanda Dutkiewicz, Briana Kienzynski, Christopher Parra,
Joliet, Ill. – The University of St. Francis (USF) has partnered with the Esports & Online Gaming Association (ESOGA) to deliver a series of new
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.