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A Fascinating Experience
It s with great pleasure that I invite you to
discover the Dominican University College. The College is a dynamic and human
institution that offers the highest level of education, thanks to a team of
dedicated teachers that are passionate about philosophy and theology.
Students of the Dominican University College take part in an eight
hundred year tradition of study and research. They acquire a solid education
that will follow them in life, whatever career they choose. They ll also be
part of the College s great family, where they ll always be welcome.
I
hope you will have the opportunity of visiting us at the Dominican University
College, and will choose us as your partner for building your future.
Gabor Csepregi
President, Dominican University College
Overview
The Dominican University College is heir to a long
tradition of teaching philosophy and theology that dates back to the 13 th
century. While remaining true to its origins, it positions itself at the
forefront of philosophical and theological thought.
What students find
at the Dominican University College is an exceptional environment, committed
teachers, personalized teaching and an ambiance that favours discussion and the
exchange of ideas. The college values intellectual rigour, offers excellent
student supervision, and a vast culture of knowledge that allows in depth
exploration of both philosophy and theology.
Students from all over the
country and from abroad come to the College to live this unique study
experience, which will allow them to progress in their career, but also to
develop as individuals.
Dominican University College History
In
1260, forty-five years after the foundation of the Dominican Order by Dominique
de Guzman, the studium generale was established, a model for a university
specialised in philosophy and theology that will last centuries.
In
1900, the Dominicans brought their school of theology to Ottawa, followed
shortly by studies in philosophy in 1902. In 1967, a civil charter was granted
by the Ontario Government, allowing the College to offer civil degrees in
philosophy and theology.
Since then, the College has grown regularly,
especially with the opening of English undergraduate programmes in philosophy in
1992 and in theology in 2003. The College offers English graduate degrees in
philosophy since 1997, and will soon offer the same in theology.
The
Dominicans and the College
The beautiful building on Empress street houses
both the Dominican University College and the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Convent, where
the Dominican Friars live. Every day, College students are in contact with the
Dominicans, not only in courses as teachers and students, but also in the
cloister, the library, the cafeteria and at church. Studies take place against
the back drop of every day religious life. This environment is conducive to
learning, research and the sharing of ideas. |
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