Legends From The Hill
In Season 4, we will be chatting with Franciscan alumni about how they are living an authentically Catholic and virtuous lifestyle while experiencing great success in their vocation without compromising Truth in/for a society that doesn’t know Love. Join us every month as we hear from legends from the hill.
Listen on:
Episodes
Tuesday Jun 14, 2022
Tuesday Jun 14, 2022
Our 2 co-hosts, Christie Fleming' 10 and Meghan (Bartnick) Coen '10 share their stories of coming to the university, their experiences on campus, and how the University continues to impact their lives and families. Get to know your Legends From the Hill co-hosts!
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
David DeWolf describes his journey of leadership, from his active involvement in student activities on campus up to now as the Vice Chair of our Board of Trustees. Hear how he discovered his unique calling and how he continues to mentor and lead students, alumni, and his company.
Finally, David has a big announcement to make about the capital campaign and new developments for the future of Franciscan University!
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Tuesday May 17, 2022
Colleen is a 2018 graduate with a BS in Economics and a minor in Marketing. Currently she is an IT Specialist at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and in this episode she shares insights into keeping yourself safe from cyber-attacks. She also shares how the young alumni of the business department are supporting current students through mentorships and networking opportunities.
Tuesday May 03, 2022
Tuesday May 03, 2022
James and Carol Snyder, Class of 1971, attended the struggling College of Steubenville and learned that when times are tough, relationships can not only survive but thrive. Their focus on relationships throughout their life has led them not only into professional success, but full circle back to Steubenville where they helped coordinate the first multi-year alumni reunions, a tradition we carry on to this day.
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Mike Bianco '11 shares how paying his way through college led him to start his own company. Now with Stripe, hear what this software and web developer has to say about what sets Franciscan students apart in the marketplace.
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Chad Wilson graduated in 2000 with a business marketing degree and an interest in government. Now with Nationwide Insurance, Chad shares about his and his wife's experience with the adoption process. Their journey -and Chad's expertise- led them to propose and help pass legislation in the state of Ohio providing low interest loans for families to help reduce the impact of adoption expenses. Learn more about the Family Forward Program!
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Blair (Gordy) Piras '15 studied Humanities and Catholic Culture at Franciscan before attending art school in Florence, Italy. Returning to Franciscan as the University's first Artist in Residence, Blair shares how she helps students encounter and create art. Her recent works include the Our Lady of the Angels image on the JC Williams Center, and a commission to make a piece for Bishop Barron's Word on Fire ministry. Links to Blair's art: St. Therese of the Holy Face. Our Lady of the Angels. If you look closely, you can even see the Our Lady of the Angels on the JC Williams Center in the thumbnail icon for this podcast!
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Eddie, a 2017 Business Management alum, is the President & Co-founder at Bugumiro Foundation in Uganda. Hear him share the story of his childhood in Uganda, how he was able to attend Franciscan, and what his foundation does to serve the community in Bugumiro. Learn how you can help at bugumirouganda.org.
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Theresa (Fischer) Danaher received her degree in Education as part of the class of 1980, and came back to complete her Masters in 2007. Join us to hear how the current principal of Steubenville's Bishop John King Mussio Elementary School was involved in the very beginning of the Household system on campus! Theresa tells us what has changed, what has stayed the same, and how the University continues to contribute to the local community.
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Kate Bryan is a 2007 Theology Alumna and producer of an Emmy-Nominated Short Film. She founded 1 Girl Revolution, a multimedia platform and podcast that highlights the stories of everyday women who are changing the world through their lives. Today she shares how Franciscan University helped to shape her into the woman she is today! For the 1 Girl Revolution Podcast and the short film "The Girl Inside", visit https://1girlrevolution.com/
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.