Legends From The Hill

In celebration of the 75th Jubilee of the University, alumni throughout the 75 years will share their candid stories of life on campus and the impact of the university on their life. Join us every 2 weeks as we hear legends from the hill.

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Episodes

2 days ago

Brendan Gotta graduated in 2015 with a degree in Communication Arts.  Alongside his career spanning ministry and fundraising he started his own podcast called Gotta Be Saints.  Join us to hear Brendan share how he balances career, family, and passion projects.

Wednesday Mar 13, 2024

Shannon studied English and Theology at Franciscan, and even came back for a Masters in Catechetics, but it was her extracurricular activities as a student that shaped her career thus far.  After volunteering with Vagabond Missions while at Franciscan, Shannon moved into a full-time role with the organization and has been there ever since.  Her passion is advocating for the youth of our inner-city neighborhoods - and finding creative ways to serve their deepest needs.

Legend 49: Anthony Pienta '04

Wednesday Feb 28, 2024

Wednesday Feb 28, 2024

Anthony Pienta graduated in 2004, having majored in Philosophy, Theology, and Business.  Now the Executive Director at The Altum Fund, Anthony has used all three of those degrees to make his way through careers in education and fundraising.

Wednesday Feb 14, 2024

Christen (Pine) Routh '07 graduated with a double major in French and Business (Finance) and has enjoyed a successful career with "Big 4" accounting firm Earnst & Young -while being a working mom.  She shares her path and story of how she and her husband, Jimmy Routh MA '04 have been both foster and adoptive parents.

Wednesday Jan 31, 2024

Mary (Jaminet) McCluskey graduated from Franciscan University in 1998 with a communications degree.   A life-long worker in the vineyard of the Pro-Life Movement, Mary now leads training and resource creation for the Project Rachel Ministry at the USCCB.  In this role she supports the Church’s post-abortion healing ministry at the national level while developing best practices for diocesan programming and services.

Wednesday Jan 17, 2024

After a student experience marked by pro-life advocacy work, Jason Negri completed a degree in History and pursued a career in law.  To this day, he continues to advocate for injustices happening in the world around him.

Wednesday Dec 27, 2023

Erin (Wilson) Shircliff graduated with a Theology degree in 2011 and began a career in Pro-Life advocacy.  Working at Mary's Shelter in northern Virginia, Erin supports mothers during and - just as importantly - after their pregnancies.  Take a listen to learn more about this beautiful ministry.

Legend 44: Ken Baldwin ’05

Wednesday Dec 13, 2023

Wednesday Dec 13, 2023

Ken graduated in 2005 with a degree in Communication Arts.  After working for Franciscan University in both admissions and advancement he is now the Executive Director of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology with Dr. Scott Hahn.  Ken and his wife are faithful advocates for Franciscan University and he shares the impact it has made on his life.

Legend 43: Frank Monaco ’72

Thursday Nov 30, 2023

Thursday Nov 30, 2023

Frank Monaco completed an English degree at The College of Steubenville in 1972 before going on to a successful career as a police officer - and police chief - in Pennsylvania.  Frank and his team were the first responders on the scene in recovery of Flight 93 in Somerset, PA on 9/11.  From Steubenville in the late 1960s, to the Pennsylvania State Troopers, Frank has a broad range of experiences and stories to share.

Legend 42: Bob Hogan ’10

Wednesday Nov 15, 2023

Wednesday Nov 15, 2023

Bob Hogan studied Philosophy and Business at Franciscan, graduating in 2010.  After law school and a brief but successful stint at a law firm, Bob is launching a pro-life insurance company.  Tune it to find out what a pro-life insurance company offers and how Bob's business model is informed by his faithful Catholic education.

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Legends From The Hill

In celebration of the 75th Jubilee of the University, alumni throughout the 75 years will share their candid stories of life on campus and the impact of the university on their life. Join us every 2 weeks as we hear legends from the hill.

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