Franciscan Academics
Opinion: There shouldn’t be stricter requirements for applicants
By Alice Wu Staff Writer Franciscan University should not have stricter admissions requirements. While within reason there needs to be standards for applicants, because a good academic institution must hold its students accountable for an education, it also seeks to provide a place to grow spiritually that is unmatched by most other schools. Franciscan is […]
Dr. Hildebrand assumes vice president for academic affairs position
By Peter Baugher Distribution Manager In April of 2023, Franciscan University announced the selection of theology professor Dr. Stephen Hildebrand to assume the position of vice president of academic affairs. According to the university website, Hildebrand “was selected from 31 applicants following a nationwide search that began last summer.” When asked about his motive to […]