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Learn more. Be more.®
At Fontbonne, you can learn more and be more!
Here, you don’t just get involved, you engage, connect and lead.
You don’t just attend, you belong to a meaningful community.
You don’t just study a subject, you prepare for a future career
and close-knit
... and life!
Small campus.Big hearts.Strong values.Passionate people.This is Fontbonne University.
like respec
t,
compassio
n
& service
Learn
Academics are your first
priority and ours.
Many of our undergraduate
programs focus on care and concern
for others, deeply reflecting
Fontbonne’s mission and values.
Others demonstrate our emphasis
on the rapidly growing need for a
tech-savvy workforce.
cyber securitybioinformatics
One Healthcomputer science
social workdietetics
educationspeech-language pathology
fancy term for internships, practicums, and real-world experience
And all of our academics
emphasize experiential learning —
we encourage students to
think outside the books.
You’ll receive a well-rounded
foundation that employers
value. By the time you
graduate, you’ll be prepared to
begin your first job — and work
toward your first promotion.
critical thinking analytical skills ability to adapt
www.fontbonne.edu/career
222
71%
full- and
part-time
faculty6partnership programs
engineer
ing,
nursing
& more
...
80+
faculty who hold
the highest degree
in their field
majors, minors & certificates
www.fontbonne.edu/undergrad
1,819 899total student enrollment full-time undergrads
11:1student-to-faculty ratio
Get to know your
professors!
“At Fontbonne University, I get
to be that student who knows
all of his professors -- and all
of my professors know me. I
have the opportunity to make
a difference in my school and
make a mark that I will be
remembered by.”
- Moecomputer science major
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
“Teachers are always
around and if they
aren’t, it’s extremely
easy to get in touch
with them to schedule
a meeting. It’s SO
nice to know that
they’re here for
my success!”
- Evanpsychology major
Washington, Mo.
www.fontbonne.edu/university
- Evanpsychology major
Washington, Mo.
For curious, driven students, our
University Major offers the chance
to design, customize and develop
an individualized degree. With
the help of her faculty advisors, Krystal Taylor ’10 (below) combined
pre-law, business and communication.
She is vice president for The Greitens
Group, an organization created by
Eric Greitens, Navy Seal, Rhodes
Scholar, humanitarian, and founder
of The Mission Continues, a nonprofit
assisting veterans.
“Fontbonne is a smaller school,
which makes it easier to have a
voice in the classroom if you’re
confused or need further
guidance . The professors truly
care about the students and
seeing them succeed. They
take advantage of the small
classrooms to give students
projects and opportunities
they might not have in a big
lecture hall-style school.”
- Katie dietetics major
Highland, Ill.
Participation in Enactus can also
lead to job and
internship opportunities.
Fontbonne students involved in the
Fontbonne University Enactus Club
helped breathe new life into the
Ferguson Burger Bar. The group teamed
up with owners Charles (below in red
t-shirt) and Kizzie Davis to improve the
restaurant’s business practices, offering
assistance with social media, marketing,
menus and more. Their goals? Livelihood,empowerment and sustainability.
www.fontbonne.edu/internships
in Action
Classes and tests are important, of course. But we believe there’s more to your college experience.
Who you are is just as important
as what you want to be.
Explore your role in
the world and how
you can make it a
better place.
Inside and outside the classroom,
you can grow as an individual, a
teammate, a leader, a friend and a
global citizen. At Fontbonne, we
remain grounded in the mission
and strong spirit of our founders,
the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
Their values inspire and drive us.
Excellence, Service, Diversity, Faith , Justice, Catholic Identity, Integrity, Respect, Community
www.fontbonne.edu/bemore
20+annual on-campus
camps for children
with hearing loss,
cochlear implants
and communication
disorders
organizations served
Everyone gets invol ved!
3
During Fontbonne Day, students work alongside faculty
and staff at dozens of service
sites in the St. Louis community.
Everyone on campus shuts down
their computers, puts on their work
boots and pitches in to improve our
city for this annual tradition.
101
1
days
semester
year
choose the
amount of time
you want to
study abroad
Explore new cultures.
Jump into new experiences.
Meet new people … at home OR abroad!
25 countries
represented
on campus
www.fontbonne.edu/fontbonneday
families served annually in the
Eardley Family Clinic for Speech,
Language and Hearing
And there are many other service
opportunities throughout the year,
from making casseroles for a homeless
shelter to organizing clothing drives
on campus to sponsoring a family
during the holidays.
campus-wide
3 annual
spiritual
retreat
opportunities
7,862miles from St. Louis
to Uganda2015 international service site
2annual service trips
100+
Everyone gets invol ved!
- Havannadeaf education major
St. Louis, Mo.
“To me, ‘Learn more. Be more.’
means being the best version of
yourself that you can be . An
education is a powerful thing
that will expand your horizons
if you allow it, and I’ve found
that keeping an open mind and
staying curious may take you
to places you never thought
you would go.”
How can YOU make
a difference?
This is where our entire campus community focuses
on a single topic during the fall semester. It includes speakers,
panel discussions, suggested readings, specialized courses, theater
productions, films and more. Past themes include Sustainability,
Happiness, The Disability Experience, Foodology, Immigrant
Experiences, Civil Rights: Then and Now, and The Future.
www.fontbonne.edu/dedicated
Our students understand that
social changes are occurring
across the country and here in
St. Louis. That’s why we have
“Peace & Justice” conversations
regularly. It’s a chance for the
campus community to gain a
better understanding of the
important issues at stake and the
role we all can play.
Semester
The Bosnia Memory Project at Fontbonne University began as an
academic course and evolved into a
nationally recognized effort to record
the stories and memories of the survivors
of the Bosnian War and Genocide, 40,000
of whom have settled in St. Louis.
Students have helped record
interviews, collect archival
materials and amplify the voices
of a community.
www.fontbonne.edu/bosnia
“They want us to be more.
They don’t want us just to
come here and learn. They
want us to get involved in the
community. They want us to
get involved around campus.
And they really want us to
be well-rounded individuals
when we graduate.”
- Garrett applied mathematics major
Crystal City, Mo.
Do
And St. Louis is your playground.
Fontbonne’s
campus is your
home base.
www.fontbonne.edu/recruitme
Play for the Griffins!
98
Men’s Teams
Women’s Teams
These ladies
had the #7
NCAA Div. III
GPA in the
nation in
2014!
They set 18
new school
records in 2015!
We also offer
intramurals
like flag
football and
bowling!
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track & Field
Volleyball
(A dance team is also available.)
NCAA Div. III
www.fontbonnegriffins.com
“Fontbonne is a great
place to learn and
exceed personally and
academically. You’ll meet
some great people and
learn a lot of useful
lessons along the way.”
- Jamesnursing partnership program
basketball, track & field
St. Louis, Mo.
Between Fonty Friday Films, the
Griffin Concert Series, Comedy Nights
and Griffin athletic events, you won’t
need to leave campus to have fun.
www.fontbonne.edu/activities
What interests
YOU?
“If I was only allowed
to give you one piece of
advice for your time
spent as a Griffin,
it would be this:
GET INVOLVED!
You won’t regret
it. Find your niche
on campus and
everything else will
fall into place.”
- Brookepsychology and sociology double major
Imperial, Mo.
38,000includes a fitness center, elevated track, snack bar and the 1,500-seat Mabee Gymnasium
sq. ft. in the Dunham
Student Activity Center
1712
9
social organizations
honors organizations
academic organizations
Fontbonne Activities Board,
Environmental Club,
Griffin Gang
and more
4relaxing hammocks
in Golden Meadow
www.fontbonne.edu/studentlife
FREE!359%
first-time, full-time
freshmen who live
on campus
on-campus
residence halls
As a freshman ,
you’ll proba
bly
live in “Th
e Joe.”
13.5acres on campus
$0cost of
laundry on
campus
www.fontbonne.edu/reslife
- Abbyelementary education major
St. Paul, Minn.
“Living on campus allows
you to meet other
residents in the same
boat as you -- whether
you are a freshman, a
transfer student or an
international student.
I left my door open
while I was in my
room, which allowed
me to say ‘hi’ to
people passing by
and even invite some
in to get to know
them better.”
At Fontbonne, you can be
invol ved a little or a lot.
For DeMarcus, a lot is
a whole lot better!
www.fontbonne.edu/organizations
DeMarcus Davis is everywhere.
When you can’t find this
communication studies major
helping incoming students adjust
to campus life as a WING (Welcoming
In New Griffins) Leader, he might be in
the library, challenging friends to board
and video game competitions as
president of Geeking2Gether. Or maybe
he’s in the alumni office, hosting the
latest Student Alumni Association event.
- Abbyelementary education major
St. Paul, Minn.
objects in the
Saint Louis Art Museum
Did we mention
they’re both FREE!?
Cardinals Baseball
Rams Football
Blues Hockey
U. City Loop, Central West End,
Downtown , Maplewood
and more
79neighborhoods in St. Louis
There’s also an exciting city out there. You’ll find great eats,
concert venues big and small,
eclectic neighborhoods, and
world-renowned museums and
parks at your doorstep.
www.fontbonne.edu/stlouis
Have you ever tried
toasted ravioli or gooey
butter cake? They’re
St. Louis favorites!
33,000
Less than a mile from
campus. An easy walk,
run or bike ride away!
1,371acres in Forest Park
3 mil
lion
3pro sports teams
in St. Louis
Cardinals Baseball
Rams Football
Blues Hockey
33,000
annual visitors to the
Saint Louis Zoo
Sign up for a Preview Day, or set up
your own personal visit and tour.Us!
Sign up for a Preview Day, or set up
your own personal visit and tour.Us!
www.fontbonne.edu/visit
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• Register to take the PSAT
• Get involved in extracurricular activities
• Use any college planning resources offered at your high school
• See if you are eligible to register for AP or college credit courses
• Enroll in test prep courses for ACT and SAT
• Start visiting college campuses
• Take the PSAT
• Attend college fairs
• Talk to family and friends
• Sign up for the SAT, ACT and AP tests
• Research scholarships
• Check out summer college preparatory courses
• Start writing your application essay
• Visit college campuses
• Create your own ZeeMee profile at
Keep your college search on track!
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• Get letters of recommendation
• Talk with a guidance counselor
• Take the ACT/SAT
• Apply to schools
• Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Visit college campuses
• Make an enrollment decision
• Have your final transcript sent to your chosen college
• Fill out federal loan applications if necessary
• Get ready for your freshman year!
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