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.
Explore More 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.
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The Joliet Symphony Orchestra (JSO) is pleased to announce the third concert set of its 2025-2026 Season, its 21st, with Artistic Director & Conductor, Dr. Sean Paul MILLS, leading a program of American music
Explore More The start of the new year is one of the most challenging times to collect blood products, as severe winter weather and cold and flu season
Explore More USF is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian C. Dilger, CPA, as vice president of business affairs, effective February 16.
Explore More U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2026 Best Online Programs rankings, and the University of St. Francis is proud to announce that five of its online programs—including three named as the best private programs in Illinois—were honored this year.
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