Orientation Spring 2025

January 9-12, 2025

 

 

A Community of Believers

“The community of believers was of one heart and mind.” Acts 4:32

What is Orientation Weekend?

The faculty, staff, and Orientation Welcoming team of Franciscan are so excited to welcome you to the Franciscan University Family! Navigating the next phase of your lives will be a journey and we are all here to help you in the transition.

The Franciscan community’s ultimate goal as an academically excellent and passionately Catholic institution is to send forth our students as joyful, knowledgeable disciples who will rebuild the Church during their time here and ever after. We are dedicated to helping students sharpen their minds, enlighten their hearts, and refresh their souls.

 

When is Orientation Weekend?

Orientation Weekend takes place the weekend before classes begin and every new student is required to attend. During these days, students will be moving into their residence halls, meeting their roommates, small groups, & classmates, connecting with faculty, staff and friars, getting acquainted with academic, spiritual, and wellness resources.

There will also be time to pray and participate in the sacraments as both new students and their families begin to transition to Life at Franciscan.

For New Students

Community life in the residence halls teaches many valuable lessons, opportunities for growth, and ongoing conversion. Managing your schedule and newfound freedoms while also developing your communication and conflict management skills are aspects of the college experiences that will benefit you for years to come. While some students experience “growing pains,” our staff is here to support them to communicate, be accountable, and live harmoniously as they grow in Christian virtue and maturity.

For Parents

An important part of Student Life’s impact on the Franciscan community is our parent partners. As students move into the next stages of their lives, it can be difficult, not just for the students, but also for parents. Encouraging growth in intellectual, emotional, and spiritual maturity requires students to become more independent. Your encouragement, support, and advice are an integral part of this process, while allowing students to take responsibility for their actions, academics, and health. Progress towards true Christian maturity is made when a student is able to accept responsibility and resolve an issue. Along the way, the entire Franciscan family—from the Wellness Center to Residence Life to the professors—is dedicated to the success of every student at Franciscan University.

Contact

Welcome to Franciscan University of Steubenville

Welcome to Franciscan University of Steubenville! We are eager for you to begin your time at our academically excellent and faithfully Catholic institution. During your time here, we hope that you take advantage of the opportunity to find your community, pursue your professional goals, and grow spiritually. The Franciscan community is here to help if you have any questions throughout your journey here on our Ohio campus.

Campus Store – 740-283-6271

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Information Technology Services Help Desk – 740-283-4357

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Security Dispatch – 740-283-6333

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Trinity Health Clinic – 740-270-3194

Baron Counseling Center – 740-284-7217

Athletic Department – 740-283-6313

[email protected]

Parkhurst Dining – 740-283-6274

Student Life Office – 740-283-6441

  • Dr. Daniel Dentino – 740-283-6490
    • Vice President of Student Life 
  • Mrs. Juliana DeLuca Daugherty – 740-284-5867
    • Assistant Vice President of Student Life Services and Events 
  • Mr. Robert Lesnefsky – 740-283-6335
    • Director of Evangelization and Household Life 
  • Ms. Margaret McKee – 740-283-6335
    • Coordinator of Household Life 
  • Ms. Kelly Colangelo– 740-284-7230
    • Dean of Students 
  • Mr. Dominic Gabriele – 740-283-6515
    • Associate Director of Residence Life
  • Mr. John Recznik – 740-283-6260
    • Associate Director of Student Engagement and Assessment 

Enrollment Services

Residence Hall Directors & Coordinators

Academic Affairs – 740-284-5343

  • Dr. Stephen Hildebrand
    • Vice President for Academic Affairs 
  • Dr. Regina Boerio
    • Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences 
  • Dr. David Collins
    • Dean, School of Natural and Applied Science 
  • Dr. Cory Maloney
    • Dean, Online Programs 
  • Dr. Christin Jungers
    • Dean, School of Professional Programs 
  • Dr. Ron Bolster
    • Dean, School of Theology and Philosophy 
  • Dr. Ann Dulany
  • Ms. Gabriela Taylor – 740-283-6304
    • Director of Student Success
  • Mrs. Shelby Gianni

Spring Schedule of Events

(subject to change)

Thursday, January 9, 2025

  • 12:05 a.m.

    Mass

    J.C. Williams Center – Gallery Chapel

  • 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

    New Student Move-in: Resident students to assigned residence halls; All others to J.C. Williams Center

  • 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

    Dinner – Antonian Hall

  • 7:30 p.m.

    Opening Sessions (Parents and Students)

    Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center

  • 8:30 p.m.

    Parent and Student Social

    Christ the Teacher – Lobby

  • 9:00 p.m.

    Small Groups

Friday, January 10, 2025

  • 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

    Breakfast

    Antonian Hall

  • 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    Franciscan University Campus Store Open

  • 8:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.

    Navigating Success: The Academic Life with the Vice President for Academic Affairs (Parents and Students)

    Christ the Teacher – Room 137

  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    Advising and Course Changes

    Christ the Teacher – Pope St. Paul VI Event Center

  • 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

    Austrian Study Abroad – Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center

    Center for Student Success – Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center

    Health Forms – Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center

    Student Work Information – Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center
    Student Accounts/Financial Aid – Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center

    Parking Permits – Assisi Heights – Security Office

    ID Photos – Christ the Teacher – Ground Floor

  • 12:05 p.m.

    Mass

    J.C. Williams Center – Gallery Chapel

  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

    Lunch

    Antonian Hall

  • 2:00 p.m.

    What Every Parent and New Student Needs to Know (Parents and Students)

    Christ the Teacher – Room 137

  • 2:45 p.m.

    Transitioning to Academics at Franciscan “Bringing Your A Game” (Students)

    J.C. Williams Center – Household Commons

  • 2:45 p.m.

    A New Chapter for Parents (Parents)

    J.C. Williams Center – Household Commons

  • 3:30 p.m.

    Personal Vocation (Parents and Students)

    J.C. Williams Center – Household Commons

  • 5:00 p.m.

    University Welcome Dinner Complimentary (Parents and Students)

    Christ the Teacher – Pope Paul VI Event Center

  • 7:00 p.m.

    Small Groups

    TBA

  • 8:00 p.m.

    New Residents Meetings (Students)

    Residence Halls

  • 8:45 p.m.

    Meet and Greet With Residence Life Staff (Students)

    SS. Louis and Elizabeth Hall

Saturday, January 11, 2025

  • 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.

    Breakfast

    Antonian Hall

  • 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    Franciscan University Campus Store Open

  • 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

    The Scoop on Life at Franciscan (Parents and Students)

    J.C. Williams Center – Household Commons

  • 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

    New Student Formation (Students)

    J.C. Williams Center – Household Commons

  • 11:30 a.m.

    Orientation Mass

    J.C. Williams Center – Gallery Chapel

  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

    Lunch

    Antonian Hall

  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

    Shuttles to Local Shopping Areas

    Rosary Circle

  • 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

    Dinner

    Antonian Hall

  • 7:00 p.m.

    Bingo Extravaganza

    J.C. Williams Center – Household Commons

  • 10:00 p.m.

    The After Party

    SS Kolbe and Clare Hall

Sunday, January 12, 2025

  • 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

    Brunch

    Antonian Hall

  • 10:00 a.m.

    Mass

    J.C. Williams Center – Gallery Chapel

  • 12:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

    Pub Open

    J.C. Williams Center

  • 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    Orientation New Student Outing

    Rosary Circle – Ice Skating at the Rink

  • 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

    Dinner

    Antonian Hall

Monday, January 13, 2025

All Classes Begin

  • 4:00 pm.

    Opening of the Semester Mass

    Finnegan Fieldhouse

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

  • 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

    Ministry Fair/Chapel Ministry

    J.C. Williams Center

  • 9:00 p.m.

    All-Hall Meetings for Resident Students

    Marian Hall – Antonian Hall – Upstairs

    SS. Louis and Elizabeth Hall – Finnegan Fieldhouse – Aerobics Room

    SS. Scotus and Vianney Hall – Vianney Hall – Common Room

    Bl. Solanus Casey Hall – St. Joseph Center – Seminar Room

    Assisi Heights – Christ the Teacher – Pope St. Paul VI Event Center

    St. Francis Hall – Cosmas and Damian – Pugliese Auditorium

Thursday, January 16, 2025
9:00 p.m. 

All-Hall Meetings for Resident Students

SS. Kolbe & Clare Hall – Cosmas and Damian – Pugliese Auditorium

St. Thomas More Hall (upper) – Finnegan Fieldhouse – Aerobics Room

St. Thomas More Hall (lower) – Christ the Teacher – Pope St. Paul VI Event Center

St. Junipero Serra and Padua Hall – J. Serra Hall Lobby

St. Agnes Hall – St. Joseph Center – Seminar Room

Trinity Hall – Antonian Hall – Upstairs