SFU School of Health Sciences & Education

09/10/2026

The School of Health Sciences and Education was honored to host Dr. Karleigh Curfman today for an informative and engaging event focused on colorectal health, with more than 140 faculty, staff, and students in attendance!

Dr. Curfman is a Board-certified Colorectal and Minimally Invasive General Surgeon at Conemaugh Physician Group. She covered a wide range of important topics, including:

• Colorectal surgery
• Bowel health, Habits and Happenings
• Colorectal Cancer and Colonoscopy Facts
• Colorectal Cancer and Surgery
• Minimally Invasive and Colorectal Surgery
• Surgical Management Options

One of the highlights of the event was certainly their inflatable colon entrance! It was a fun and interactive way for attendees to learn more about colorectal health while seeing firsthand how different conditions can affect the colon.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, asked questions, and took an active role in learning more about colorectal health and cancer prevention. Events like this help remind us that knowledge, screening, and early detection can make a real difference.

09/09/2026

New Faculty Spotlight...
Today, we are pleased to introduce Autumn Swick.

09/08/2026

New Faculty Spotlight...
Today, we are pleased to introduce Christin Mearns.

08/31/2026

New Faculty Spotlight...
Today, we are pleased to introduce Crystal Long.

08/24/2026

The Office of Academic Affairs is excited to welcome and introduce you to our new faculty members over the coming weeks.

Today, we are pleased to introduce Mrs. Christine “Chrissy” Rhoades.

07/01/2026

The School of Health Science and Education is pleased to announce new leadership appointments effective at the beginning of the Fall semester.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Stephanie Ivory, who will assume the role of Associate Dean of the School of Health Sciences and Education, and Dr. Cassie Grassmyer, who will serve as Chair of the Education Department.
We are excited to see the vision, expertise, and leadership they will bring to these important roles. Congratulations, Dr. Ivory and Dr. Grassmyer! We look forward to all that lies ahead for our school and our students.

06/05/2026

So proud of all of the amazing accomplishments of our students!

Congratulations to the 696 Saint Francis University students who earned a place on the President's and Dean's Lists for the Spring 2026 semester! 🎉

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence have paid off.

🔗View the full lists and celebrate our student achievers here: https://www.francis.edu/blog/spring-2026-presidents-deans-lists-announced

06/05/2026

Saint Francis University's Executive Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership and Innovation is a strategic and transformative 32-month program with  an interdisciplinary focus on leadership. This Ed.D. path is designed for individuals who seek to be intellectually challenged and to prepare...

05/08/2026

💙🩺 Featured Student Friday 🩺💙 Meet Katie, a Physical Therapy / Exercise Physiology 3+3 student from the Class of 2030 who brings drive, balance, and heart to everything she does. As both a dedicated student and a committed student‑athlete, Katie pours her energy into her academics and her sport, showing what it means to work hard for the future she’s building. Her passion for movement, wellness, and helping others shines through her SHSE journey. We’re proud to spotlight Katie this week and celebrate the determination and positivity she brings to our community. ✨

04/24/2026

💙🩺 Featured Student Friday 🩺💙
Meet Kayla Haynie, a sophomore Physical Therapy student whose compassion and dedication shine through her SHSE journey.
Kayla is passionate about helping others feel supported and understood, and she brings that same heart into her future career in patient care. Her drive, empathy, and commitment to making a difference are what make her such a standout in our community.
We’re proud to spotlight Kayla this week and celebrate the purpose and positivity she brings to SHSE.