At Saint Francis University, our philosophy of student-leadership development is put into practice through F.L.A.S.H. Leadership Development. F.L.A.S.H., or Franciscan Leaders: Achieve, Serve, and Honor, focuses on leadership development, character formation, and responsible citizenship -- all inspired by the institution's Catholic, Franciscan mission. These competencies are derived from a number of sources, including: Catholic Social Teachings, Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the Franciscan Intellectual Tradition, the Saint Francis University Goals of Franciscan Higher Education, and the Saint Francis University General Education Objectives. Regardless of one's faith or faith practices, it is the belief of Saint Francis University that the values and moral example provided by our Patron Saint Francis of Assisi transcends time, culture, and religion to offer a universal and purely human approach to service in leadership.
 | *Please view our F.L.A.S.H. Leadership Development Competency Guide. This document acts as an accompanying guide to students or facilitators. It provides the full philosophical approach to the lessons and teachings of F.L.A.S.H. Franciscan Values - for a life of constant conversion through humility, compassion, and generosityLeadership Theory - for service through knowledge and application of organizational behavior and responsible stewardshipDiversity Awareness - for social justice through the respect of individuality and the care for creationCommunity Development - for engagement through collaboration, volunteerism, and the sharing of gifts |
On campus, there are many student organizations and programs that incorporate F.L.A.S.H. and its competencies.
Click on the corresponding logo below to learn more about each area. |
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[Student Government Association] | | [iLEAD] | | [Peer Ministers] | | [F.L.A.S.H. Leadership Summit] |
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[Orientation Counselors] | | [Greek Life] | | [Emerging Leaders] | | [F.L.A.S.H. Leadership House] |
| “I have done what was mine to do;
may Christ teach you what is yours to do.”
– Francis of Assisi (2 Celano 214) | 
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