Advancement

Br Shamus Gears Up for 15th Annual Fundraising Ride

University Communications & Marketing | 06/23/2025
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµâ€™s 15th Annual Charity Bike Ride, led by 78-year-old cancer survivor Br. Shamus McGrenra, will take place this October to benefit the Dorothy Day Outreach Center. Spanning from Pennsylvania to Washington, D.C., the ride aims to surpass $1 million in total fundraising and continues to inspire with its message of hope and service.

Six stand-out educators receive Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award

University Communications & Marketing | 04/30/2025
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ presents the Dr. John Powers Outstanding Educator Award to a deserving elementary or secondary teacher or administrator each spring. This year, the university presented the award to six stand-out educators during the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ President's Awards Convocation on April 29, 2025.

Shamus 14th Annual Charity Bike Ride

Erin McCloskey, University Communications & Marketing | 09/06/2024
On September 14, 2024, Brother Shamus will hit the trails of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, embarking on a ride that spans two weekends and covers over 98 miles. Each year, 100% of the charity ride proceeds are donated to the Dorothy Day Outreach Center with over 800,000 being raised since the inception of the bike ride.

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Dedicates New Aviation Education Center

Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 08/30/2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ proudly celebrated the Blessing and Dedication of the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Aviation Education Center alongside the grand opening of its FAA-certified Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) program on August 29, 2024.

ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Secures $130K for Visual Arts Gallery and Technology Upgrades

Marie Young, University Communications & Marketing | 05/20/2024
ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ is thrilled to announce the receipt of two generous grants totaling $130,000 to enhance its newly opened Connors Family Fine Arts Center. These funds, provided by the George I. Alden Trust and the A. J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust, will transform the space into a cutting-edge hub for digital and traditional art exploration.

OTs celebrate opening of new facility

01/27/2024
SFU Occupational Therapy students and faculty hosted an open house on January 26, 2024 to share their new space, St. Margaret Hall, with the campus community. The department is planning an official open house in April (OT Month) for the public (and alumni!).