The Catholic Dominican Difference
Who are the Dominicans?
The Order of Preachers, also known as the Dominicans, was founded by Dominic de Guzman in the 13th century. The founding of the order was a bold experiment that integrated contemplation and rigorous study with an itinerant life of teaching and preaching. This is our charism, our gift.
What is the Dominican vision for higher education?
- The pursuit of truth
- Study and contemplation
- Seeing God in all things
- Compassion and Justice
- Engaged scholarship
How will studying at a Dominican university benefit me?
- Nurturing a contemplative spirit
- Promoting the arts
- Making connections
- Preaching justice
- Building community
- Cultivating diversity
- Inspiring compassion
- Promoting the common good
