Courage lives here.
With a 134-year history rooted in Catholic Benedictine values, Saint Leo University is a place of belonging for all those in pursuit of a greater purpose in life. Here, we courageously pursue truth and knowledge, put people first, make learning accessible, and let our Catholic faith lead us forward.
Courage Stories
Saint Leo University students and alumni share how the university supports their personal and professional success.
Lyndra Davis ’24
As development manager for the nonprofit National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF), Lyndra Davis uses the knowledge she gained at Saint Leo University to raise critical funds for pediatric cancer research.
Mary Gianfrancesco ’19
Mary Gianfrancesco needed a way to pursue her professional goals while maintaining the demands she had at home and with her family’s new business.
Mary Rose Gullet ’23
Mary Rose Gullet grew up around horses. She rode them, cared for them, shared them. Then, she and her husband bought a miniature horse for their daughter — a purchase that would change her life.
Courage Stories
Saint Leo University students and alumni share how the university supports their personal and professional success.
Lyndra Davis ’24
As development manager for the nonprofit National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF), Lyndra Davis uses the knowledge she gained at Saint Leo University to raise critical funds for pediatric cancer research.
Mary Gianfrancesco ’19
Mary Gianfrancesco needed a way to pursue her professional goals while maintaining the demands she had at home and with her family’s new business.
Mary Rose Gullet ’23
Mary Rose Gullet grew up around horses. She rode them, cared for them, shared them. Then, she and her husband bought a miniature horse for their daughter — a purchase that would change her life.
John Carter ’17
Attorney John Carter grew up in the rural south, attending Baptist churches. Then, during his time at the University of Virginia, he discovered the Catholic Church by occasionally attending Mass with friends. That experience did not resonate right away.
#CourageToBeMore
Mary Rose Gullet ’23 decided to pursue her passion for equine therapy by obtaining a master’s degree in social work from Saint Leo University’s online program. Read how this degree has benefited her role as a behavioral health case manager while operating Honey’s Mini Therapy Adventures — at the link in our bio.
In just two months, our Lions will be starting classes for the Fall 2025 Semester!
Incoming students, find orientation resources, webinars, a new student checklist, important move-in dates, and more at the link in our bio.
At Saint Leo University, there’s plenty of space to think, breathe, and explore. Wishing you blue skies and a relaxing weekend ahead.
🎉Welcome to the Pride! Make sure to give these essential accounts a follow as you gear up for your first year as a #SaintLeoLion. 🦁✨
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In honor of National Coaches Day, a few of our Saint Leo coaches have shared some words of wisdom or a particular quote they use to motivate their teams. We appreciate our coaches and all of the ways they support and inspire the Saint Leo community.
Big man on campus! 🦁🐾
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Amazing job goldrushdancers, you crushed it at the halftime performance. I`m glad SGU could come out to support y`all.
#gobucs #saintleosgu #saintleouniversity #mysaintleo #tbvsatl #slugoldrush #couragetobemore
It`s the start of a new year and a new semester at Saint Leo University!
Lions, as you meet your professors and attend your first classes, we hope you`re inspired, excited, and ready to make this year count. Have a fantastic first day.
