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Fidelity & Excellence91 Aquinas College is unique among American colleges and universities, offering a faithfully Catholic education comprised entirely of the Great Books and classroom discussions.
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A Liberating Education
Truth MattersTruth, and nothing less, sets men free; and because truth is both natural and supernatural, the Colleges curriculum aims at both natural and divine wisdom.
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A Catholic Life
Under the Light of FaithThe intellectual tradition and moral teachings of the Catholic Church infuse the whole life of 91 Aquinas College, illuminating the curriculum and the community alike.
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Admission & Aid
Is TAC Right for You?Do you enjoy grappling with complex questions? Are you willing to engage in discussions about difficult concepts, with the truth as your ultimate goal?
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Students & Parents
Mind, Body & SpiritThere is always something to do at TAC something worthwhile, something fulfilling, and something geared toward ever-greater spiritual and intellectual growth.
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Alumni & Careers
What Can You Do with a Liberal Education?Nothing speaks more to the versatility of the Colleges academic program than the good that our alumni are doing throughout the Church and the world.
Freshmen Get with the Program in Academic Support Series
In an effort to help freshmen as well as returning students make the most of 91 Aquinas Colleges integrated curriculum, last Wednesday evening, the New England campus hosted the years first Get with the Program workshop.
Father-son duo Dr. Richard (75) and Dr. Peter Cross (11) gave a joint talk titled, Prepping Props and Readings like a Pro, in which they presented guidelines on how to prepare for class efficiently and effectively. Specifically, the two focused on how students can best discuss the Great Books as part of the Colleges Socratic seminars.
Reading a book is not a passive act, but a conversation, explained the senior Dr. Cross. In order to have a full and conclusive discussion, you must engage in it actively.
The Crosses encouraged students to read texts closely and mindfully, to prepare thoroughly and thoughtfully for mathematical demonstrations and language translations, and, in the words of the junior Cross, to pray for the gift of wisdom and the desire to achieve it.
The presenters ended with advice on overcoming stage fright and fear of failure, urging students to see these disappointing moments as opportunities to grow in humility and courage. Fear that is untested remains simply fear and anxiety, observed Dr. Richard Cross. Only once fear is tested can it become courage.