LORETTO, PA (06/02/2014)(readMedia)-- Kimberly Steele from Moline, IL, received a Master of Health Science degree at the 163rd Commencement exercises held at Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA, on Sunday, May 10, 2014.

This year approximately 750 students earned degrees from Saint Francis University; this figure includes both undergraduate and graduate degrees.

As the oldest Franciscan institution of higher learning in the United States, Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA, offers higher education based on Catholic values and teachings, inspired by the examples set by the institution's patron, St. Francis of Assisi. The mission of the university is to promote a mind for excellence, a spirit for peace and justice, and a heart for service. For more information visit: http://www.francis.edu.