I am a solid investment.

Many will profit from my knowledge.My education. My endeavors.My values.

The University of St. Francis (USF) is

many things to many people. For some

USF is a leading Catholic Franciscan

university in Joliet, Illinois, set amid

scenic surroundings and beautiful, historic

buildings. For others—including 20,000

online and off-campus alumni—it’s a

cutting-edge, web-based university offering

the latest online learning opportunities.

The truth is, the University of St. Francis

resides within its people - its students,

alumni, professors, and staff. In short, St.

Francis lives in you. Your success. Your

achievements. Your commitment to serve

others through your life’s work. As a USF

graduate, you are truly an extension of all

we are and all we offer. And when you

support USF, you are supporting a legacy

that lives on, continuing your generous

spirit through a new generation.

When you donate to the University of

St. Francis, you’re doing so much more

than just supporting a college. You’re

investing in people, full of promise and

ideas. You’re investing in a university

culture that instills values, confidence,

knowledge and the experience these

students need to compete in the global

economy. And, of course, you’re investing

in the same educational community that

provided you the skills and capabilities to

pursue your own potential. You’re

investing in a brighter future.

When you give today, more is

possible tomorrow.

We’re doing more than teaching from textbooks. We’re sharing values and insights that prepare students for life.“ ”

Taking online courses meant I could work, have a social life, and still continue my education. USF helped me go places without ever leaving my computer. “ ”

At the University of St. Francis, we are dedicated to becoming a premier Catholic Franciscan

university offering undergraduate degree completion, and graduate programs of the highest

caliber. And we are well on our way to achieving this goal. Consider the following:

• For the fifth consecutive year, USF

was rated a top tier institution by

U.S. News and World Report.

• For the second consecutive year, USF

was designated as one of the nation’s best

colleges in the “Princeton Review’s “Best

Colleges: Region by Region.”

• USF was one of the first

universities in the nation to offer

undergraduate and graduate degree

programs online. Our program is the

3rd largest in the state of Illinois,

offering 143 online courses with more

than 2,000 registered students per

semester.

• The College of Nursing and Allied

Health is considered one of the best in

the country, The Master of Science in

Physician Assistant Studies program in

Albuquerque, N.M. has a 100 percent

pass rate on the national exam.

• In 2009, USF began offering a Doctor of

Nursing Practice degree—one of only six

in Illinois, and one of only 120 programs

in the country.

• Our mission of service learning develops

tremendous character traits in students,

encouraging them to make service to

others a lifelong commitment.

A new vision guided by

long-held values.

Our journey to becoming a top Catholic

Franciscan university began almost 90

years ago. Then as now, the University

of St. Francis has been guided by the

core values of respect, service, integrity,

and compassion. We strive for academic

excellence in all our programs,

preparing men and women to contribute

to the world through service and

leadership. Today, we’re continuing

this journey in the face of new economic

realities and a commitment to be at the

forefront of innovation, creativity, and

academic diversity and excellence. We

need you to help us on this journey.

We need you to continue

our journey.

My education prepared me for more than a career. It made it possible for me to make a difference in people’s lives.“ ”

Service to others. It’s a belief we hold

deeply at the University of St. Francis. If

you’re a graduate of our renowned health

care programs you understand this better

than anyone. During your time at USF, you

learned what it means to provide care and

support to those in need. You had access to

the latest technology, the best professors,

and most importantly, like-minded people

who shared your passion and commitment.

In the process, you developed the skills and

expertise that has helped you become a

compassionate, dedicated health care

professional.

”Share your passion for

serving others.

A lot has changed since we graduated. It’s good to see the school’s values and commitment to service have remained the same.“”

At the University of St. Francis, our curriculum has

grown beyond our outstanding education, business and

science programs to include one of the premier nursing

programs in the country. We are looking to expand

our programs as we strive to become a leading Catholic

Franciscan university offering undergraduate

degree-completion, and graduate programs of the

highest caliber.

Building on our

success.

Your donation to USF has a real and

lasting impact. Funds from this capital

campaign will be directed to those critical

needs that will allow us to execute our

vision for the future. Funds will be

allocated toward:

• Expanded programs that extend our

offerings to students, opening greater

educational opportunities.

• New and improved facilities that will

allow us to continually recruit new

students, and the best and brightest

educators.

• “Learning centers” that will make it

possible for faculty to achieve integrated

instruction and move the university

forward into the 21st century.

• Planning for a new Natural and Health

Sciences building that will enhance

collaboration between faculty and

students, allowing them to

develop undergraduate research

programs.

• The ability to maintain small class sizes,

ensuring that students and professors

have more one-on-one learning

opportunities.

If you wish to create a lasting legacy

at USF, you may consider one of many

available naming opportunities. There

are opportunities available for the

Motherhouse and Tower Hall buildings

including several wings.

We also have opportunities available for

college programs, classrooms, the USF

Solutions Center and many others. To

discuss which option is best for you,

please contact the University of St. Francis

Development Office at 1.800.822.8280.

Establish a USF

legacy.

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Endowment

Scholarships - Endowed scholarships will allow USF to continue to provide academically

excellent, Catholic Franciscan, values-based education to deserving students who otherwise

would not have the opportunity. Presently, the University of St. Francis awards more than

$11 million annually in institutional funds to academically qualified students with financial

need. An increased endowment will enhance the university’s ability to award need-, merit-

and program-based scholarships to students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Offering endowed scholarships allows the University of St. Francis to better compete in

recruiting students at all levels.

Programs

Center for International Education - The center’s goals include implementation of multi-

faceted study abroad programs; student and faculty exchange programs; internationalization

of curriculum for general education; and other major programs and initiatives.

Service Learning Resource Center - The Service Learning Resource Center programming

will include faculty and curriculum development; being host to a regional service-learning

workshop on campus; and providing a resource base. An existing structure will be renovated

to house the center.

Center for Innovation - The university plans to create a Center for Innovation, designed to

promote entrepreneurial projects and services within the university and to support business

incubation. The center will provide consulting, funding and resources needed to move from

concept to full implementation for innovative and profitable programs.

Program Planning for Innovative Natural and Health Sciences Building - A new science

building would be designed to encourage and facilitate new pedagogies and provide

expanded space for science teaching and undergraduate research.

Science and Environmental Education Academy - The Science and Environmental Education

Academy will offer a professional development center to K-12 teachers to enable them to

improve science literacy of high school graduates. It will also provide science enrichment

camps for K-12 students.

Visiting Scholars and Artists in Residence - Bringing nationally and internationally recognized

scholars and artists to the university will provide an exceptional educational experience.

Faculty will have the opportunity for shared learning, teaching and research.

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As we embark on a historically important $8 million capital campaign, our vision is to become one

of the nation’s premier Catholic Franciscan universities. It is ambitious and it won’t happen over-

night. But with your help, it will happen. Here is how capital campaign funds will be disbursed.

How will the money be used?

Arts & Design Programming - USF will relocate its Arts & Design Department to the City

Center Rialto Arts District, home to a community of working artists. This move will serve

as a prime catalyst for the creation of a welcoming and invigorating environment to

provide access to the arts. The university will also offer an expanded arts curriculum.

Speaker Series - Funding of a Speaker Series will allow USF to continue to share the great

insights of men and women whose voices bring the world to the university and community.

Facilities

Motherhouse Renovation - The second floor, when completed, will become the university’s

welcome center to prospective students, parents, alumni, dignitaries and more. The

President’s Office and Admission and Enrollment Services will be located here.

Tower Hall Renovation - Tower Hall must be revitalized to offer learning environments that

meet the needs of today’s students. New classrooms and labs with state-of-the-art technology

will allow our programs to achieve full potential as among the best in the region.

Campus Beautification and Parking - USF’s urban setting requires great stewardship of its

green spaces and careful maintenance and creation of beautiful new spaces. We will create

outdoor spaces that will be calming, encourage reflection and allow recreational use.

Rialto / City Center Art Gallery - The Arts & Design Department will relocate to

downtown Joliet in the historic Rialto Square Theatre building. This relocation places the

department at the heart of a growing community of professional artists, and allows for

expansion and creation of the dynamic arts program and its community outreach.

Alumni Center - The university proposes to renovate an existing house it already owns to

provide a USF Alumni Center that will be central to re-energizing the alumni community,

enabling them to connect with each other as well as with their alma mater. It will house the

Alumni Relations staff and serve as a venue for alumni-related events and programming.

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I learned that success isn’t about reaching the top. It’s about reaching inside yourself to pursue your potential.“ ”

We all need help to realize our dreams.

Chances are, someone supported you

along the way during your college

experience at USF. Someone who, through

some measure, encouraged you on your

own personal journey. Maybe it was a

professor who took extra time to help you

in your studies. Maybe it was a one of the

St. Francis Sisters who offered some timely

spiritual guidance. Or perhaps, it was a

good friend who simply listened when you

needed a friend most. Whoever it was,

someone was there for you. Now we hope

you’ll be that person who’s willing to lend

a hand. With your help, the University

of St. Francis will continue the journey

to becoming one of the country’s premier

Catholic Franciscan universities.

now.

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We know you take pride in the knowledge and values you

learned and practiced here at USF and carried forward into

your life after college. We now need your support so today’s

students can benefit from the expanded opportunities we

strive to offer. With your help, the University of St. Francis

will continue the journey to becoming one of the premier

Catholic Franciscan universities in the country.

This is your USF. Help us

realize our mission.

Continuing the Tradition -

Living Our Mission.

500 Wilcox Street, Joliet, Il 60435 www.stfrancis.edu (800) 822-8280 capitalcampaign@stfrancis.edu