Marian University (Wisconsin)

Marian University
Academic Seal
Former names
Marian College of Fond du Lac (1936–2008)
Mottosicut lilium inter spinas
Motto in English
As a lily among thorns
TypePrivate university
Established1936; 88 years ago (1936)
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
PresidentAaron Sadoff[1]
Academic staff
270
Administrative staff
160
Students2,180
Undergraduates1,680
Postgraduates500
Location,
U.S.

43°46′39″N 88°25′17″W / 43.7775°N 88.4214°W / 43.7775; -88.4214
Campus78 acres (32 ha)
Colorsblue and white
NicknameThe Sabres
Sporting affiliations
NCAA DIII -
MascotSammy the Sabre
Websitewww.marianuniversity.edu
Dorcas Chapel
Agnes Hazotte Hall

Marian University is a private Roman Catholic university in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. It was founded in 1936 by the Congregation of Sisters of Saint Agnes, which continues to sponsor the university today.

Marian University has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Seventy-one percent of students are women. Ninety-four percent of students receive financial aid. Approximately 32% of undergraduate students live on campus.[2]

  1. ^ Lemke, Daphne (April 18, 2024). "Marian University appoints former educator and Marian alum as 18th president". FDL Reporter.
  2. ^ University Profile at Official Website