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Erie, Pennsylvania

Old Main

ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ’s Erie campus in the heart of downtown is central to businesses and organizations providing project and internship experiences. Enjoy a vibrant urban entertainment scene and Lake Erie beaches all within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo and Pittsburgh.

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Ruskin, Florida

Ruskin Campus

ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ’s Ruskin location, between Tampa and Bradenton, is the perfect combination of livable and beautiful. Find yourself in a rapidly expanding health care sector with possibilities to engage in educational outreach activities.

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Online

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Receive your degree in targeted, high-demand fields from wherever you are. ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ’s distance programs provide flexible and current educational opportunities to expand your career options.

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Inspired by faith. Grounded in our past. Focused on the future

ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ’s story began a century ago, rooted in the rich Catholic tradition of faith and community. As our namesake, Archbishop John Mark ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ, sought to create an opportunity for all to attain a college education. For the decades since, ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ has stood strong as a testament of faith guiding countless students toward futures with endless possibilities. Our 100th year is a momentous milestone in which we reflect and celebrate while eagerly planning for our next century of possibilities.

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Notable Knights

Damali Donovan

Class of 2016

Both Erie and the U.S. Virgin Islands have shaped who I am, and I feel a deep responsibility to give back. My hope is to contribute to communities where young people feel seen, supported, and empowered – no matter their background or circumstance.

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Amber Stilwell

Class of 2016

I love connecting with the Erie community through environmental stewardship. Every piece of plastic removed from the watershed, every tree planted, every invasive species managed, every harmful algal bloom exposure prevented, and every person I connect to resources matters deeply.

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Ashton Jones

Class of 2013

I'm a proud Erie native – Erie is my home. I went to college in my hometown, started a family, and began my career here. I've left Erie a number of times, but I always find my way back. I've always taken it as a duty to make my city proud.

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Portrait photograph of Maurice Clark taken in downtown Erie.

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Maurice Clark

Class of 2009

I strive to make Erie a place where healing is not a privilege, but a promise – where every voice is valued, every story matters, and mental health support is rooted in compassion, culture, and community.

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Keith Krise

Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Through my national and local leadership roles within the ACS, I ensure that ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ students are exposed to current, relevant, and inclusive scientific perspectives.

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Believe in the Possibilities

Think about what you love to do, where you imagine yourself working, or what you want to accomplish in the future. It's all possible at ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ.

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A Welcoming Community

ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ is a community founded on honor, courage and achievement. These values carry into every aspect of life at ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ: in athletics and academics, in our global travels, and in the communities we serve.

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ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ student on GIVE day.
Victoria Bartlett

Victoria Bartlett '23

Cybersecurity

I enjoy learning about subjects from various majors including electrical engineering, computer science, and more. The program encourages collaboration, innovation and creativity. There is a focus on what the industry will look like in the future, and it’s inspiring to think about all the possibilities.

Timothy Edwards

Timothy Edwards

Freshwater and Marine Biology

My courses have introduced me to a lot of modern, applicable skills, and the professors have helped me find and apply for many research and internship opportunities.

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Claudia Herrero

Public Service and Global Affairs

The School of Public Service & Global Affairs gave me the opportunity to customize my academic path through specific classes, internships and travel experiences that will lead me to a successful career.

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Student-To-Faculty Ratio

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90+

Student Clubs and Organizations

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Students at the IgKnight Activities Fair

95%

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Change of Control Approved in ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ–Ursuline College Merger

A premiere institution of Catholic higher education on Lake Erie continues to take shape as ÓÀÓ¯²ÊƱ replaces the Ursuline Sister of Cleveland as the sole member of the Ursuline College Corporation, assuming a critical leadership role for the Pepper Pike, Ohio college. The move marks a milestone in the process of creating an institution with about 5,500 students, 1,300 employees and campuses in three states – Ohio, Pennsylvania and Florida. Once the integration is complete, it will be the largest Catholic university system in the region.

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