Inspired by the Second Vatican Council?s Gaudium et Spes (The Church of the Modern World) and Saint Pope John Paul II?s Ex Corde Ecclesiae (From the Heart of the Church), the Catholic Studies program is both innovative and interdisciplinary. It is also the perfect complement to every other undergraduate program, including nursing and education.Catholic Studies Program Goals:

• Provide a critical exploration of Catholic culture, imagination, heritage, and traditions through coursework in various disciplines.
• Provide a broad liberal education in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition that could be combined with expertise in particular disciplines and professions.

• Provide an integrative and holistic account of human knowing and the human person that enters into creative dialogue and recognizes the integrity of those disciplines.

The Catholic Studies curriculum is custom-built for each student?s academic and professional interests. Courses unite many disciplines, including history, modern Catholicism, philosophy, science, theology, social service, art, music and literature. In addition to an interdisciplinary classroom experience, Catholic Studies majors gain real-world experience and begin building a professional network through internships and career development programs.