Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

10/08/2026

Faith, fellowship, and a few furry friends! 🐾💙

There’s something special about a FranU connection coming full circle. Last week, we welcomed Deacon Terry, a FranU alumnus, class of ‘94, for our Pet Blessing: a celebration of the Franciscan value of reverence and love for all life.

Thank you to Deacon Terry Bellon and everyone who joined us to celebrate the companionship and joy our beloved pets bring!

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10/08/2026

Innovation with purpose. 💙
Each 3D-printed mobility chair takes approximately 250 hours to print, representing countless hours of creativity, technology and hands-on learning focused on making a difference for children.

FranU students are seeing how innovation can create greater mobility, independence and opportunities for the youngest members of our communities.

When learning meets compassion, the possibilities are endless. 🐺✨

🎥 Want to see the impact for yourself? Watch the full video at franu.edu/mobilityvideo

10/08/2026

One of the most transformational periods of Russel Landry’s life began more than 10 years ago as a student at Our Lady of the Lake College.

Landry joined the College in 2013, set on earning his Bachelor of Science in Nursing. To his surprise, however, he received more than an education. He found a community of peers who would remain in his life for many years to come.

“We grew together through the challenges of nursing school, supported one another through the stressful moments and celebrated each other's accomplishments along the way,” Landry recalled. “I went to college to become a nurse, but I left with lifelong relationships that I never expected.”

Their bond grew as they watched Our Lady of the Lake College transition to a university, becoming Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University.

Read more at https://ow.ly/KiQ350ZVQhi

10/07/2026

Brandon DeVold shows that you won’t always have a plan when it comes to your future and to lean on those around you to find a way forward.

“I was at an impasse in my college career. I needed a new start, direction and career path.”

DeVold found what he was looking for at FranU.

“My time at FranU taught me that I had a lot to learn and discover about myself. The Marine Corps taught me how to be a leader, but more importantly, FranU taught me how to be of service to others.”

After returning from an 8-month deployment to Iraq in 2008, his newfound understanding of community came into play when he faced a difficult period in his life the following year.

“My mother passed away at the end of my 1st semester of Rad Tech school,” he recalls.

He explained that the support and encouragement he received from his peers, professors and clinical instructors helped him through this tough time and provided him with the encouragement to keep going.

Read more at https://ow.ly/5lcw50ZVnyL

10/07/2026

“Open House is Saturday. You wouldn’t want to miss it, would you? 💙🐺”

📅 Saturday, October 10
📍 5414 Brittany Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Consider this your sign to register at franu.edu/openhouse
XOXO, A

10/06/2026

Franciscan Week, through Bailey’s eyes. 💙🐺

Follow along as Bailey takes over FranU and shares what makes Franciscan Week so meaningful, from community and faith to living out our Franciscan mission. ✨

10/06/2026

Franciscan Week was a beautiful reminder of what it means to live our Franciscan spirit each day. 🤎

From prayer and reflection to community, service and time spent together, we celebrated the saints who inspire us and the values that call us to lead with love.

At FranU, being Franciscan is more than a tradition. It is a way of seeing others, serving our community and finding joy in the simple moments that bring us together.

Thank you to everyone who helped make Franciscan Week so meaningful. Because of you, the spirit of St. Francis continues to live and grow throughout our campus community. 🕊️

10/05/2026

IT’S ALMOST TIME, FUTURE FRANS! 🐺

Open House is THIS SATURDAY, and we’re ready to welcome you to FranU! Come explore campus, meet your future professors, connect with other Future Frans and get a feel for the community that could soon be yours.

Because of you, the future is brighter.

📅 Saturday, October 10
📍 5414 Brittany Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

We’ll see you there! Register at franu.edu/openhouse

10/02/2026

10/02/2026

Looks like you have to come to Open House on October 10!🤭 Visit franu.edu/openhouse to register. See you there!🐺 # #