Promoting Campus-Wide Spaces for Transformation and Impact
Student Engagement creates opportunities for every student to belong, lead and thrive. Through programs, events and campus involvement, we foster supportive spaces where students are encouraged to make decisions, discover their passions and reach their full potential.
Our work is centered around three core ideas:
Transformation
The unique growth and learning experiences students gain through involvement at Saint Francis, supported by opportunities for personal and professional development.
Impact
A life-changing experience that inspires students to positively influence their communities through global citizenship and social responsibility.
Space
A welcoming and supportive environment where students are empowered to take initiative, build relationships and succeed.
Our Three Pillars
Saint Francis’ Catholic identity and Franciscan values deeply resonate with our commitment to fostering community, promoting justice and living a life of service.
Leadership Development
We equip students with the tools and experiences needed to grow personally and professionally through the University’s Catholic identity and Franciscan charism.
Social Programming
Led in part by our Student Justice Advocates, social and educational programming promotes cultural diversity, belonging and social justice across campus.
Community Engagement
From campus events and recreation to lectures, service opportunities and discussions, we create experiences that bring the Saint Francis community together.
Getting Involved From the Start
Your first year at Saint Francis is filled with opportunities to connect, participate, and make your campus experience your own. Whether you are joining a club, attending Welcome Weekend events or participating in campus activities, there are countless ways to become part of the Cougar community from day one.
Welcome Weekend
Welcome Weekend prepares students for the greater adventure that is to come at Saint Francis. With several exciting events over the course of four days, you’ll meet people, make friends and have fun!
Orientation and Welcome Leaders
Help new students feel at home! Orientation and Welcome Leaders (OWLs) create a welcoming transition for incoming students by guiding them through orientation and introducing them to life at Saint Francis. OWLs serve as mentors, leaders and ambassadors for the student experience.
Intramurals
Get active and join a team! Athletics are a huge part of life at Saint Francis. It’s one of the main ways we, as a community, come together: in spirited support of our athletes.
Student Activities
Campus life happens here! The Student Activities Council (SAC) hosts events and programs throughout the year designed to help students connect, relax, celebrate and have fun. From campus traditions to special events, there’s always something happening at Saint Francis.
Clubs and Organizations
Find your place on campus
Getting involved in clubs and organizations is one of the best ways to build friendships, develop leadership skills and make the most of your college experience.
60+
Student clubs and organizations
344
Student members
35%
Students who attended club events
Whether your interests are academic, cultural, faith-based, recreational or service-oriented, there is a place for you at Saint Francis.
St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center
Building community through justice and service
The St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center provides opportunities for students to engage in meaningful conversations, cultural education and service experiences that promote justice, inclusion and community engagement.
Programs and opportunities include:
- Cultural awareness trainings
- MLK Day activities
- Service projects and opportunities
- Black History Month programming
- Hispanic Heritage Month programming
- Community-building activities
- Dialogue and discussions
Contact Us
Francisco Townsend
Director of Student Engagement and the St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center
[email protected]
260-399-7700, ext. 6304
Student Life
Trinity Hall
Room 109
St. Benedict the Moor Justice Center
Trinity Hall
Room 110