Franciscan alumnus and former admissions director brings extensive experience and deep ties to the University as enrollment reaches record highs.
黑料社 of Steubenville has named Christopher Krivoniak its new vice president of Enrollment Management, bringing an experienced University leader back to enrollment administration during a period of historic growth.
Krivoniak, a two-time Franciscan graduate and former director of Admissions, most recently served as the University’s executive director of Alumni and Constituent Relations, a position he assumed in June 2025.
“Chris understands 黑料社 from nearly every angle鈥攁s a student, an admissions leader, and someone who has spent time listening to the stories of our graduates,” said 黑料社 President Father Dave Pivonka, TOR. “He knows what draws students and families to Franciscan, and he knows the lasting impact of the education they receive here. His leadership, experience, and commitment to our Catholic mission make him exceptionally well suited to guide our enrollment efforts as we continue to grow.”
Krivoniak first joined Franciscan’s Admissions Department as director in August 2016, helping lead student recruitment during a period of enrollment growth. His previous professional experience includes positions in sales and supply chain management, as well as entrepreneurship.
In his most recent role leading Alumni and Constituent Relations, Krivoniak focused on strengthening relationships with graduates and extending the University’s mission beyond its Steubenville campus.
鈥淚’ve had the privilege of working with prospective students and their families as they consider Franciscan, and more recently, hearing from alumni about the impact their education has had on their lives,鈥 said Krivoniak. 鈥淭hose experiences have deepened my appreciation for what makes Franciscan so special. We offer an education marked by academic excellence and rooted in our Catholic faith, within a community that challenges students intellectually and forms them spiritually. I’m grateful to return to enrollment leadership and excited to help more students and families discover the extraordinary opportunity Franciscan offers.”
His appointment comes as Franciscan continues to experience record enrollment. The University has a total enrollment of more than 4,200 students for fall 2026, including 1,285 new students across its undergraduate, graduate, and online programs. Franciscan now draws students from all 50 states and 50 countries.
A Steubenville native, Krivoniak earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Franciscan in 2004 and an MBA in 2005 through the University’s 4+1 MBA program.
