Father Dave Pivonka, TOR '89 President | Franciscan University website

Franciscan University of Steubenville has appointed Patrick Flannery as the new Vice President of Finance, effective May 2025. Flannery joins with extensive experience in financial leadership, having previously served as Vice President for Finance and Treasurer at Hillsdale College, Michigan for 14 years, as part of over two decades in the field.

While at Hillsdale, Flannery oversaw a substantial institutional budget exceeding $200 million, contributed to strengthening the college's financial status, significantly grew total assets to over $2 billion, and increased its endowment to $1.1 billion. His responsibilities also encompassed capital planning, risk management, and financial strategies development for graduate programs and capital endeavors.

“I am thrilled to welcome Patrick as our new Vice President of Finance,” remarked Franciscan University President Father Dave Pivonka, TOR. “His depth of experience in higher education, commitment to operational excellence, and personal love for our mission make him an ideal fit to help steward our resources and guide us through this next chapter of growth and sustainability.”

In his role at Franciscan, Flannery will offer strategic guidance across the university's finance and business sectors, enhancing financial operations, and supporting long-term planning aligned with the "Be Light" Strategic Plan.

Flannery expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “I’m excited to work for an evangelistic Catholic institution that shares the faith on campus, around the country, and throughout the world." He added, “I’m honored the University selected me for this position, and I pray to exceed the expectations set for me. This opportunity is a blessing for my family and me.”

Flannery holds a bachelor's in accounting from Michigan State University, and an MBA focused on finance and accounting from Regis University.