Featured University of the Month - Saint Leo University

October 2011 Our FirstPoint USA University of the Month for October 2011 is Saint Leo University in Florida. St Leo University is situated 30 minutes North of Tampa, in West Central Florida.  Of all the universities in Florida, St Leo was namedas one of the best regional colleges in the South, according to U.S News & World. Founded in 1975, St Leo is also the first Catholic Institution of Higher Learning in Florida, has over 41 academic programs on offer for more than 15000 students. The University community welcomes people of all faiths and those with no religious affiliation. St Leo University Mission Statement : "To be a leading Catholic teaching University of International Consequence for the 21st Century." St Leo University is home to the Saint Leo Lions: "If you enjoy watching or participating in competitive athletics, or reveling in community-orientated events, then you will feel right at home at Saint Leo University. From Baseball, to basketball, lacrosse, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, and volleyball, Saint Leo University boasts 16 NCAA Division II Championship-caliber teams and countless more conference and individual achievements. As charter members of the Sunshine State Conference and the Deep South Lacrosse Conference, the Lions have gained increased national recognition in the new millennium.  Behind our six core values - Community, Respect, Intergrity, Responsible Stewardship, Excellence and Personal Development - the Lions have positioned themselves as one of the premier academic and athletic programs in America. More than 315 student-athletes participate in the NCAA Division II at the University. Founded in 1975, the Sunshine State Conference schools have won NCAA national championships (76 total). Number 1 ranked conference in Division II Academic Success Rate. Achievements (Women's Soccer Team): 15-1-1 record 7-0-1 in Conference #1 in the region #6 in the Nation Won the SSC Conference Saint Leo Sunshine State Conference Achievements SSC Men's Soccer Regular Season Champions in 2005 SSC Women's Soccer Tournament Champions in 2008 SSC Volleyball Co-Champions in 2010

Saint Leo produced FIVE All-Americans in 2008-09

Saint Leo University has produced thousands of alumni over the years.  Perhaps the most notable alumni are: Antastasio Somoza Debayle, the former President of Nicaragua Charles Henri Baker, a Haitian Industrialist and presidential candidate Desi Arnaz, former musician J.P Ricciardi, the former General Manager of the Toronto Blue Jays Lee Marvin, Academy-award winning actor Bob Tewksbury, Major League Baseball Player. With such a long and notable list of successful academic and athletic achievers, and several fantastic programs on offer......I guess the only other thing to mention might be the weather.......check out this video!