As dynamic and inclusive as our community is, this is for certain: we all believe in the beauty of living a life that is both successful and meaningful. We believe in a life where achievement and compassion go hand-in-hand. At Siena, success means stepping off the sidelines to make an impact rooted in purpose and values.
You play an integral role in expressing Siena’s truths—why we do what we do, how we do what we do—to those inside and outside of our community. In this brief guide, you’ll find those truths succinctly and thoughtfully written. Reflective of our shared values, consider these messages your answers to, “Tell me about Siena.”
A Siena education isn’t something you get—it’s something you get to do. Our blend of immersive, challenging academics, paired with exclusive access to real-world experiential learning and cutting edge resources, continuously adapts to meet the evolving needs of the workforce and society.
RESULT: A future-ready education with a résumé and portfolio of real-world experience showing you’re job-ready and guaranteed to capture the attention of top employers.
Siena works hard to make a private education possible, opening the door to incredible opportunities for your future. We tailor academic and personal growth opportunities to your unique goals, offering personal attention and guidance every step of the way to support your success—mind, body, and soul.
RESULT: Graduate on time with a distinct advantage: a clear career path tailored to your goals, a powerful personal brand that sets you apart, and all the tools you need to succeed.
You will find the best professors here—they’re incredible teachers, innovators, and leaders in their fields. They dedicate themselves to unlocking your potential through engaging classes, mentorship, and collaborative projects that encourage critical thinking and practical application.
RESULT: Real-world insights and highly developed career competencies that differentiate you in the job market.
Our unique educational environment tackles the most pressing challenges of today’s world through a values-driven approach to learning.
RESULT: Saints are hireable and desirable. You’ll become the kind of leader people want to work with and for.
At Siena, community isn’t just something we talk about—it’s something you feel every day. The heart and soul of our community is our relationships with each other. Our Franciscan values shape a culture of relentless support and innovation. Here, friendships and fun go hand-in-hand with personal growth and a commitment to making the world a better place.
RESULT: You’ll build lifelong relationships grounded in shared values, grow as a person, and gain a strong network that creates lifelong opportunities—and feel proud to be a Saint.
Siena is nationally recognized for career outcomes and student experience because we deliver everything college should be.
Start with an important, specific aspect of Siena that resonates with you. It could be the close-knit community, strong faculty-student relationships, excellent career outcomes, a standout academic program, or something else.
Talk about why that detail matters. How does it influence students’ lives or your own experience? Share how it sets Siena apart or how it aligns with student success.
Bring the detail to life by sharing a personal or specific student story. People remember stories more than statistics. Describe how someone’s Siena experience made a tangible difference in their journey.
Explore these conversation starters (some specific, some broad) and consider how you might fill in the blanks. Or create your own set of go-to topics that you genuinely enjoy talking about—anything that shows you’re proud to be here.