The mission of the Office of The Franciscan Experience is to provide mission-centered engagement opportunities to foster personal and academic success through new student transition initiatives, student connections, and faith and leadership development.
Your first steps at FranU begin a journey of faithful community, deeper self-discovery, and robust academic experiences. The Franciscan Experience is your connection to our campus to learn about our mission, core values, services, and experiences both inside and outside the classroom. In the spirit of St. Francis and our Franciscan Core Values, we encourage you to seek help, challenge yourself, and get involved!
Academic advising is your guided time to schedule your courses in the correct progression towards graduation! You must have scheduled your academic advising appointment before scheduling your orientation. Contact the Office of Advising, 225-526-1620, to be directed to your correct advisor!
Wolf Pack Orientation is our comprehensive welcome and in depth introduction to our campus, resources, and ways to be involved. It’s also a great opportunity to meet new Frans!
While the FranU experience starts well before orientation through the admission and enrollment process, Wolf Pack Orientation is your first dive into the depths of your academic and personal success as a new Fran! You will hear from current students, faculty, and staff, to learn about resources, involvement opportunities, and gear up for the first day on our campus. You will also connect with your peers and kindle new friendships!
This brand new program will consist of a premiere group of students who are selected to become an integral part of your new student experience! These students will be formed to accompany you on your journey during your first year to provide peer-to-peer support, opportunities to engage and network, and a welcoming community.
While Welcome Week is traditionally a week celebrating all students, this is an additional opportunity for new students to get acquainted with FranU offices and services and connect with other Frans. This is a collaborative week-long celebration with free food, gifts, fun, and community that takes place during the first week of the fall & spring semesters.
This course is designed to welcome you as a new member of the FranU academic community. The course will assist you with your transition to campus by introducing you to the academic philosophy and expectations of the University. You will develop attitudes, behaviors, skills, and strategies that will contribute to your ongoing learning at FranU and beyond!
The Franciscan Experience Summer Institute is for rising juniors and seniors in high school. This week is devoted to fostering a community of young people who are interested in going deeper into what it means to discern vocation through the eyes and heart of St. Francis of Assisi. Please visit the website by clicking the box below to learn more!
Please contact the Office of The Franciscan Experience if you have any questions or concerns leading up to and throughout your time at FranU! You can reach us at tfe@franu.edu or 225-490-1694.
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