ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s story began a century ago, rooted in the rich Catholic tradition of faith and community. As our namesake, Archbishop John Mark ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ, sought to create an opportunity for all to attain a college education. For the decades since, ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ has stood strong as a testament of faith guiding countless students toward futures with endless possibilities. Our 100th year is a momentous milestone in which we reflect and celebrate while eagerly planning for our next century of possibilities.
ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s Erie campus in the heart of downtown is central to businesses and organizations providing project and internship experiences. Enjoy a vibrant urban entertainment scene and Lake Erie beaches all within a two-hour drive of Cleveland, Buffalo and Pittsburgh.
About ErieÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s Ruskin location, between Tampa and Bradenton, is the perfect combination of livable and beautiful. Find yourself in a rapidly expanding health care sector with possibilities to engage in educational outreach activities.
About RuskinReceive your degree in targeted, high-demand fields from wherever you are. ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s distance programs provide flexible and current educational opportunities to expand your career options.
Online EducationThink about what you love to do, where you imagine yourself working, or what you want to accomplish in the future. It's all possible at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ.
Explore Our ProgramsÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ is a community founded on honor, courage and achievement. These values carry into every aspect of life at ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ: in athletics and academics, in our global travels, and in the communities we serve.
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A premiere institution of Catholic higher education on Lake Erie started to take shape as the presidents of Gannon University and Ursuline College announced they had signed a Letter of Intent to enter a strategic partnership. The move, which is contingent on the successful completion of due diligence, will create an institution with about 6,000 students, 1,300 employees, and campuses in three states – Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Once complete, it will be the largest Catholic university system in the region.
ÂÒÂ×ÊÓƵ’s Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) hosted their 2025 Community Expo for Teaching + Learning on Friday, January 10. This year’s presentations were themed “Where innovation fosters enriched learning”.
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In conjunction with CyberPatriot, Gannon University will be hosting a five-day Cybersecurity summer camp for high school and middle school students. The CyberPatriot Standard Summer 2024 camp will be hosted in the new highly equipped Institute for Health and Cyber Knowledge (I-HACK) at Gannon University.