Student Life - University of St. Francis Your Life at USF Everyone at the University of St. Francis wants to support your success! We believe all students have strengths and skills that make our campus a diverse and WELCOMING place that many students cherish. We encourage you to take the following steps to create your own, unique path on the college student journey… Engage in Academic Support Programs and services are available to enhance learning, improve skills and promote success in courses. Create Your Academic Plan Advisors partner with students to create academic plans, develop goals and evaluate academic progress. Build Your Community Meet new friends and engage with peers to build confidence and leaderships skills at University of St. Francis. Learn by Living on Campus The residential experience is something students from the Joliet area and even across the globe are thrilled to be part of. Nurture Your Wellness We care about what you learn and we care about you as a person, your wellbeing, and your life outside of class. Navigate Challenges USF has key protocols that can support you through difficult situations you might experience when in college. Get Involved On Campus Make the most of your college experience by getting involved in campus clubs, organizations and activities. Learn Across Differences Build a rich community that inspires acceptance, compassion, respect and wisdom. Prepare for Your Future We are here to support you as you develop your professional skills, portfolio and career path. Connect in Spirituality We serve and welcome each member of the USF community, regardless of faith or religious background. Remove Barriers We empower students by removing barriers and providing needed services and accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Finance Your Education We work to assist students with understanding and managing their financial obligations at USF. Student Activities Dining On Campus Housing Application Housing Deposit Student Orientation Celebrate Culture Meet the Student Life Team Cedricka “Ceddi” Carver Dean of Student Life ccarver@stfrancis.edu 815-740-4293 Nechawn Johnson Student Life Coordinator njohnson@stfrancis.edu 815-768-8378 Elizabeth Cambray Retention Specialist ecambray@stfrancis.edu 815-740-3399 Kurt Krauss Graduate Assistant Hall Director kurtkrauss@stfrancis.edu Student Life & The Suitable App The University of St. Francis is partnering with Suitable to present the Saints Central app! This mobile student engagement app allows students to track their engagement on or off campus. On Saints Central, you can earn badges, level up, and enjoy friendly competition with your classmates. Clubs, organizations, and university events are all added into the Saints Central app, and when you attend an event or meeting, all you have to do is scan the provided QR code or upload a picture. What students can do on the Saints Central app by Suitable: Stay up to date with all campus events, from club meetings to academic seminars and social gatherings. Never miss out on an opportunity to connect with your peers or explore new interests. If you can’t find a certain experience when searching Saints Central, you can submit a custom experience for approval. Build points and compete with your fellow classmates on the leaderboard for the top spots. While earning points you can unlock achievements for things like teamwork, social and intercultural competency, critical thinking, technology, spirituality and Franciscan values, oral and written communication, leadership, and career management View your own progress. Keep track of events, seminars, or club meetings attended. Ready to take your college experience to the next level? Download Suitable on the App Store or Google Play Store to find Saints Central, and join other USF students in getting engaged!