Celebrate the grand opening and dedication of Franciscan University’s new Christ the Teacher Academic Hall and Event Center!

The centerpiece of the Rebuild My Church Capital Campaign, Christ the Teacher Hall features state-of-the-art labs and classrooms where our business, nursing, and engineering students can grow as professionals. It also includes a new event center where students and guests will have their hearts and minds transformed.

Join us for this special occasion in Christ the Teacher Hall’s Pope St. Paul VI Event Center. Then, enjoy the President’s Retreat Weekend with talks and other events. 

Accommodations at The Inn at Franciscan Square

Room reservations may be made at The Inn and Suites at Franciscan Square in Steubenville.

Room block name: Christ the Teacher Grand Opening

Hotel rate: $149.00/per night

A shuttle between the hotel and campus will be provided.


Due to limited space, this is a private event and open only to those who have received an invitation. Thank you for your understanding.

Daily Conference Schedules Below:

Thursday, October 17
7:00 PM - Arthur C. Brooks and Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR '89
9:00 PM - Evening concludes - shuttles back to hotel

Friday, October 18
10:00 AM - Morning Session with Heather Khym
11:00 AM - Confessions
Noon - Mass
1:00 PM - Lunch
1:45 PM - Tour(s) of Christ the Teacher
2:30 PM - Dedication of Christ the Teacher
3:30 PM - Afternoon Session with Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR '89
4:30 PM - Shuttles back to hotel
5:30 PM - Reception and Dinner
6:30 PM - Jeff Cavins
7:00 PM - Reflection with Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR '89
7:30 PM - Holy Hour
8:30 PM - Evening concludes - Shuttles back to hotel

Saturday, October 19
8:00 AM - Mass for President's Retreat
9:30 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Dr. Matthew Breuninger
11:00 AM - Farewell - Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR '89