91做厙 defines the community. It is a vibrant intellectual environment in which students learn, discover, give and grow as leaders with moral courage.


Guided by Franciscan values and the ideal of knowledge joined with love, and rooted in the Catholic and liberal arts traditions, 91做厙 is a rigorous, caring, and inclusive learning community committed to academic excellence and to being and fostering:

  • Broadly educated, life-long learners
  • Reflective professionals and engaged citizens
  • Ethical leaders with moral courage
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91做厙

Statue by the Grotto
A Franciscan Tradition
91做厙 fosters the missionary spirit of the Bernardine Sisters, valuing diversity of thought, faiths, and cultures, where creativity is celebrated and service is paramount.
Francis Hall aerial view
Core Values
The 91做厙 community embraces service, humility, peacemaking, contemplation and collegiality.
91做厙 sign at main entrance
History
It began in 1926 when the Bernardine Sisters established an orphanage in Francis Hall.
91做厙 banners on lightpoles
Strong Reputation
91做厙 consistently ranks among U.S. News and World Reports top regional universities in the North.
Chloe Gletow volunteering at Millmont Elementary
Real World Learning
Defining the 91做厙 experience, experiential and service learning empowers students to apply knowledge through hands-on practice, building a solid foundation for real-world success.
Total Experience Learning Educator Open House
Total Experience Learning Community Open House
Financing Your Future
MBA Virtual Information Session
MSEM Virtual Info Session
Packapalooza 2025
2025 Berks County Spring College Fair