Author: mholler
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Celebrating the Inaugural Convocation of Catholic Institute of Technology
On September 3, Catholic Institute of Technology held its first Convocation! Our president, Bishop Arthur Kennedy, celebrated Mass, and gave each student of the inaugural class a blessing for the upcoming year and their endeavors at CatholicTech. Later in the day, His Excellency gave an address to the incoming students about the importance of Catholics…
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Upcoming Events and Student Life Updates
What does it mean to have a “convocation?” On September 3, 2024, Catholic Institute of Technology will be hosting its inaugural Convocation! A “convocation” is typically used to describe a meeting or assembly of people for a common purpose. Today, the term is most commonly used in education, to call together the members of an…
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CatholicTech featured in Our Sunday Visitor
Catholic Institute of Technology has been featured on Our Sunday Visitor, discussing our opening this fall! The article highlights our founding and distinct Catholic identity as we aim to become a Catholic R1 institution, as the Visitor writes, “CatholicTech hopes to expand. By 2028, the university plans to launch its first masters and doctoral programs.…
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Guess What’s Happening in Castel Gandolfo!
As freshmen move-in day approaches, Cardinal Newman Fellows, faculty, and staff arrive to campus in Castel Gandolfo In just 10 days, Catholic Institute of Technology will open its doors to welcoming its freshman to campus in Castel Gandolfo, Italy! With our faculty, staff, and Cardinal Newman Fellows already settling into campus life, we eagerly anticipate…
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An Interview with an Incoming Cardinal Newman Fellow
Anthony Jones is a graduate of University of Dallas, class of 2023. Coming originally from St. Louis, Anthony will be joining Catholic Institute of Technology as Cardinal Newman Fellow this fall. Q: Briefly describe some of your background – where are you from, what was your undergraduate experience like, what experiences have you had since…
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Neutron Stars: A Journey into Extreme Magnetic Fields
We are excited to share with you some fascinating insights from our faculty research on neutron stars, particularly on one of the most intriguing aspects of these stars – their incredibly high magnetic fields. Neutron stars, remnants of massive stars after a supernova explosion, are among the most dense objects in the universe. A sugar-cube-sized…
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Edith Stein: Patroness of Europe, and Catholic Institute of Technology
St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross – also known as Edith Stein – Patroness of Europe, female philosopher, and a patron saint of Catholic Institute of Technology Today the Church celebrates the feast day of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, also known as Edith Stein. As Pope St. John Paul II said, Edith Stein…
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New Archbishop chosen for Boston
Pope Francis has chosen current Providence Bishop Richard Henning to become the new Archbishop of Boston, replacing Cardinal Seán O’Malley in October. Henning introduced himself in a recent press conference saying, “I was deeply shocked and surprised by this . . . But I know the goodness of God suffices in all things. I will…
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Dr. Santos presents: “Bioethics and Dignity. Which Human Rights?”
Dr. Lílian Santos, UNESCO Chair in Bioethics and Human Rights and professor of Bioethics and CatholicTech, recently presented at the International Congress on Bioethics, Human Person, and Dignity, organized by IEST Anáhuac, Mexico, on June 24 and 25. Dr. Santos’ presentation was titled “Bioethics and Dignity. Which Human Rights?” The presentation began with an overview…
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Fr. Michael Baggot: “The Daring and Disappointing Dreams of Transhumanism’s Secular Eschatology”
Fr. Michael Baggot, L.C., Professor of Bioethics at Catholic Institute of Technology and Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum, has recently published an article in Nova et Vetera, “The Daring and Disappointing Dreams of Transhumanism’s Secular Eschatology.” This article looks at how the roots of contemporary transhumanism draws ideas from both Christian orthodoxy and heresies to create…