University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne Alumni Association

09/04/2026

A special day we’ll always remember, celebrating Sister Maria Gemma Salyer, the 12th president of the University of Saint Francis! 🎉🏅💙

09/04/2026

An exciting new chapter is underway at the University of Saint Francis as Sister Maria Gemma Salyer officially stepped into her new role as president during yesterday’s inauguration.

We’re excited to see the dedication, passion and leadership Sr. Maria Gemma brings to Saint Francis as she leads the university and prepares students for personal and professional lives of virtue, service and joy.

Please join us in congratulating Sr. Maria Gemma! 💙🎉
https://www.sf.edu/.../saint-francis-inaugurates-sister.../

08/19/2026

Join us in celebrating Craig Teetsel, MBA ’18, CPA, CGMA, on his promotion to executive vice president! 👏 We are grateful for his 15 years of dedicated service to the University of Saint Francis and continued commitment to our mission. Thank you, Craig, and congratulations! 🎉

FORT WAYNE, Ind.—The University of Saint Francis has appointed Craig Teetsel, CPA, CGMA, as its executive vice president. Saint Francis President Sister Maria Gemma Salyer, OSF, announced Teetsel’s promotion from his previous position as vice president for business and finance and chief financia...

08/10/2026

Houston, we have a mural! 🎨 🚀 ✨ Alumnus Jose Cruz (‘01) designed an out-of-this-world space for Harding Elementary School.

Artist Jose Cruz presents his mural to the students and staff at Harding Elementary School.

08/05/2026

💙🤍 Want to work for your alma mater? 🤍💙

We’re hiring a Coordinator of Visits and Events in the Office of Admissions!

If you love creating memorable campus experiences and connecting with future Cougars and their families, we’d love to hear from you. 🐾

Join our faith-focused, student-centered community and enjoy these significant benefits.

⚪ 100% tuition waived for an undergraduate or graduate degree for you (after 90 days of employment) or eligible family members (after one year of employment)

⚪ Immediate 3 weeks of vacation, 1 week of sick time off and 19 built-in university holidays

⚪ Generous retirement plan (2% employer gift and 6% match after one year, vested over three years)

📢 Apply today! https://www.sf.edu/job/coordinator-of-visits-and-events/

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08/04/2026

Sr. Maria Gemma Salyer, OSF, will be inaugurated as the 12th president of the University of Saint Francis on Thursday, Sept. 3! 💙🎉

For more information about the inauguration and related events, visit go.sf.edu/inauguration.

08/03/2026

✨🏆 Vote for the University of Saint Francis in the Fort Wayne Readers’ Choice Awards! ✨

💙 Best College
💙 Best Higher Education

🗳️ Cast your vote daily through Aug. 9 👇
go.sf.edu/readers-choice

07/08/2026

🩰 Ten toes down, even when the steps aren’t easy. That shows in 2020 alumna Martine Bartley’s dance career, where passion and discipline carry equal weight.

The pay can be low and the hours long, but Martine Bartley (BA ’20) finds fulfillment in her professional dance career. She draws inspiration from her fellow dancers and their tight-knit community.

07/07/2026

Not all Cinderella stories need a glass slipper. But maybe a tiara, and an incredible dress. 🩵👑👗

Jennifer Garrison (BSN ’06), who recently finished her year reign as “Mrs. Indiana American,” helps provide prom dresses and accessories to more than 2,000 high school girls through FWMS Alliance "Cinderella" Dress Day.

Jennifer Garrison (BSN ’06) makes the most of her life as a nurse, a committed volunteer and a pageant winner—with a never-ending desire to lift others up.

07/06/2026

Slow down? Not Greg Vick! Teacher, coach, broadcaster, runner and author Greg (MSE ’75) has spent a lifetime taking on new challenges. He plans to keep moving forward while trusting God at every turn.

Greg Vick (MSE ’75) plans to keep mastering skills, running forward and trusting God at every turn.