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.
Jared Baum ’08 ’11
Jared Baum has always been “a science guy.” So, when he learned that Saint Leo University offered not only small, more personalized classes, but also undergraduate degrees in biology and master’s degrees in criminal justice, he went all in to pursue his passion.
Isaac Henderson ’17, MBA
Motivational speaker Zig Ziglar once said, “Success occurs when preparation meets opportunity.” Isaac Henderson considers this one of his most inspiring quotes, one he kept front of mind while attending Saint Leo University and earning his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in project management in 2017.
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.
Courage Stories
Saint Leo University students and alumni share how the university supports their personal and professional success.
Jared Baum ’08 ’11
Jared Baum has always been “a science guy.” So, when he learned that Saint Leo University offered not only small, more personalized classes, but also undergraduate degrees in biology and master’s degrees in criminal justice, he went all in to pursue his passion.
Isaac Henderson ’17, MBA
Motivational speaker Zig Ziglar once said, “Success occurs when preparation meets opportunity.” Isaac Henderson considers this one of his most inspiring quotes, one he kept front of mind while attending Saint Leo University and earning his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in project management in 2017.
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.