Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, has launched a new strategic plan to help students become agents of change in our world. “We had spent all this time with the goal of ‘building one of America’s great Catholic colleges,’” President Stephen Minnis said.
Most college students face a two-pronged challenge regarding their faith. On the one hand, most of their peers have already left organized religion. On the other hand, most campus cultures are not conducive to practicing the Catholic faith. Father Patrick Hyde, pastor
Julie Cleer will be a senior this fall at LaRoche University in suburban Pittsburgh, and she’ll start the semester again living with seniors. But those seniors aren’t her classmates. Instead of living in a dormitory or sharing an off campus apartment with
What’s the purpose of a college education? Author Paul Senz investigates, focusing on the value of studying the "Great Books" in Catholic colleges and universities. For his part, Dr. Michal Dominic Taylor from Thomas More College emphasizes that studying these timeless works
As colleges and universities nationwide face a growing mental health crisis, some higher-education institutions, such as Loyola Marymount University (LMU), are prioritizing mental wellness for their students. The university’s Catholic values guide its dedication to student mental health and wellness, according to
Ahead of the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress, Catholic colleges and universities are embracing the National Eucharistic Revival — a movement to renew the Church by enkindling a living relationship with Christ in the holy Eucharist. “Our hope is for college students to
As head of the nation’s largest pro-life student group, Kylie Gallegos readily shares her advice for other groups at colleges and universities: “Never slow down,” Gallegos, the president of Notre Dame Right to Life (NDRtL), told Our Sunday Visitor. “And to always
Catholic colleges across the country are embracing the importance of retreats for incoming freshmen, providing a space for students to ground themselves in community life, camaraderie, and their faith. These retreats prove invaluable in helping freshmen navigate the pivotal transition to college