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NEW DEGREES: Family Policy and Health Education Majors

In its continuing quest to prepare graduates to meet critical community needs, Fontbonne has developed two new majors ideal for launching interesting, sustainable careers. Bachelor of Science in Family Policy and Advocacy was developed to shape young professionals as educators, analysts and advocates committed to improving the quality of life…

Golden Honored with Inaugural Special Service Award

Fontbonne President Dr. Dennis Golden was honored with an inaugural special service award during the World Affairs Council (WAC) of St. Louis’ 23rd Annual Chinese New Year Celebration, Friday, Feb. 7., at the Chase Park Plaza. The award recognized his dedicated years of service to the university and was…

Dietetics Alumna Volunteers to Teach Health and Heritage

Fontbonne University dietetics alumna Tyronica Dowdy, ’13, was recently featured in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for her work with the A Taste of African Heritage wellness program. Launched in 2012, the program was created by Oldways, a nonprofit organization based in Boston that promotes healthy eating by educating participants…

Fontbonne Names J. Michael Pressimone as 14th President

J. Michael Pressimone has been selected to serve as the 14th president of Fontbonne University, effective July 1, 2014. He will succeed Dennis C. Golden, president of the university since 1995. Currently the vice president of advancement at Alvernia University in Reading, Pa., Pressimone has served in various roles…