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How We Work to Connect Community and Knowledge
How We Work to Connect Community and Knowledge

Gero at FranU is committed to supporting the community through innovative educational resources. Here’s a quick look at how Gero is making a difference: Biannual Newsletters Gero’s biannual newsletters keep the community informed about the latest in aging and health research, ensuring everyone has access to the newest insights and department activities. Virtual Library: Always […]

Fostering Global Perspectives in Healthcare Education | Gero at FranU
Fostering Global Perspectives in Healthcare Education | Gero at FranU

Learn about the importance of cross-cultural interactions and global experiences in our healthcare education programs at FranU. Recognizing the increasingly interconnected world we live in, we aim to equip our students with the skills needed to effectively communicate and provide care in diverse settings. This commitment to fostering a global perspective is integral to our […]

Gero at FranU's Long-Term Vision: Empowering Aging Individuals and Families
Gero at FranU’s Long-Term Vision: Empowering Aging Individuals and Families

Explore Gero at FranU’s initiatives designed to assist aging individuals and support their families, showcasing our unwavering commitment to student education and community well-being. Our gerontology program, led by Dr. Lindsay Mullins, FNP-BC, Endowed Chair of Gerontology, is dedicated to being a trusted resource for aging care, continually adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape. At […]

The Gerontology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Joins the Age-Friendly University Global Network
The Gerontology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Joins the Age-Friendly University Global Network

The Gerontology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University Joins the Age-Friendly University Global Network BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (April 23, 2024) – The Gerontology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University (Gero at FranU) is excited to announce its new partnership with the Age-Friendly University Global Network. This affiliation marks a significant milestone […]

Unlocking Spiritual Strengths: Empowering Healthy Aging at FranU
Unlocking Spiritual Strengths: Empowering Healthy Aging at FranU

At Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University’s Gerontology program, we promote self-discovery and holistic wellness. Central to this initiative is the groundbreaking work of Dr. Richard Johnson. Recognized as a partner in our pursuit of healthy aging, Dr. Johnson’s Spiritual Strengths Profile (SSP) offers invaluable insight and guidance. Exploring the Spiritual Strengths Profile (SSP) Origins […]

Porto Trip 2023-2024
Porto Trip 2023-2024

Building upon the success of last year’s trip to Porto, where fellow FranU students explored global perspectives on aging, we are thrilled to announce the upcoming visit of Porto students to our campus. Students from Porto will soon embark on their own journey to the United States, fostering cross-cultural exchange and collaboration in the field […]