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Students Learn, Explore on Annual Spring Break Trip to London

Students Learn, Explore on Annual Spring Break Trip to London

Madison Perry, Editor March 21, 2025

Seventeen students participated in the Shields School of Business’ 16th annual London trip over Spring Break. The trip was chaperoned by SSOB Dean Randy Frye, Accounting Professor of Emeritus Jim Logue...

Psychology Club’s “Library Cats Program” Helps Shelter Animals and SFU Community

Psychology Club’s “Library Cats Program” Helps Shelter Animals and SFU Community

Ava Dzurenda, Features Editor March 21, 2025

Five cats from the Huntingdon County Humane Society - D’Artagnan, Gallagher, Tilly, Napa and Knox - have called the SFU Library’s “Cat Room” home this semester. “The purpose of this program...

Health Science Groups Return from Spring Break Mission Trips

Health Science Groups Return from Spring Break Mission Trips

Ava Dzurenda, Features Editor March 21, 2025

SFU students, faculty, staff and alumni traveled to the Bahamas and Guatemala from March 1-9 and provided medical services during the University’s weeklong Spring Break. Nineteen Physician Assistant...

Career of Former CEO of Girl Scouts Celebrated During Women’s History Month Event

Career of Former CEO of Girl Scouts Celebrated During Women’s History Month Event

Colette Costlow, Fire Arts Editor March 21, 2025

The many achievements of Frances Hesselbein were celebrated and discussed in a Women’s History Month panel discussion on March 13 in JFK Auditorium. Born in Johnstown, Hesselbein was an American businesswoman...

A Message from SGA President Cole Weiland:

A Message from SGA President Cole Weiland:

Cole Weiland, SGA President February 20, 2025

My name is Cole Weiland. I am a sophomore Chemistry major with a concentration in Pre-Medicine. I am a member of the Honors Program and currently serve as a Resident Assistant in Amici Hall. I am an active...

Students Make Plans for Spring Break

Students Make Plans for Spring Break

Samantha Przybys, Staff Writer February 20, 2025

The University’s spring break is on the horizon (March 3-7) and students are making plans for their week away from Loretto. “I’m looking forward to visiting my sister in San Diego,” said junior...

Finalists to Compete on Friday Night in “SFU’s Got Talent” Competition

Finalists to Compete on Friday Night in “SFU’s Got Talent” Competition

Madison Perry, Editor February 20, 2025

The Student Activities Organization (SAO) hosts a talent show every spring semester, one that showcases the skills and abilities of the University’s students. The first two rounds were conducted each...

SFU Groups to Travel to Bahamas, Guatemala, London Over Spring Break

SFU Groups to Travel to Bahamas, Guatemala, London Over Spring Break

Ava Dzurenda, Features Editor February 20, 2025

SFU students, faculty, staff and alumni will travel to the Bahamas, Guatemala and London from March 1-9. The groups will provide medical care, explore global business, and experience new cultures. Douglas...

Students, Faculty to Share Experiences at “Compassion Storytelling” Event

Students, Faculty to Share Experiences at “Compassion Storytelling” Event

Veronica Crum, Social Media Editor February 20, 2025

An open-mic event intended to provide a space for students and faculty to share stories of how compassion has had an impact on them or someone they know in the medical field will take place next week. The...

Change of Leadership in SGA

Change of Leadership in SGA

Madison Perry, Editor January 29, 2025

Sophomore Cole Weiland assumed the role of the Student Government Association’s (SGA) president last semester, succeeding senior Paige Debias. Weiland has been involved in SGA since his first year...

Son of Pro Basketball Trailblazer Delivers MLK Day Address

Son of Pro Basketball Trailblazer Delivers MLK Day Address

Madison Perry, Editor January 29, 2025

The University’s celebration of “Martin Luther King and Maurice Stokes Legacy Week” kicked off on Jan. 20 with the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Convocation. Chuck Cooper III delivered the...

University Celebrates Black History Month

University Celebrates Black History Month

Riley Parker, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

Black History Month, celebrated annually each February across the country, provides an opportunity to pay tribute to the resilience and contributions of African Americans throughout history. Saint Francis...

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