We invite you to join us for our next Virtual Open House highlighting St. Bernard's Master of Arts in Catholic Philosophy degree - all from the comfort of your home!

Learn more from Dr. Stephen Loughlin, founder of the MA in Catholic Philosophy program. Hear a first-hand student testimonial and enjoy a brief academic lecture by Dr. Loughlin as you discover more about:

  • The beauty and uniqueness of our MA in Catholic Philosophy degree program
  • The cost of the MACP
  • The admissions process
  • All financial aid and scholarship opportunities


When: Tuesday, July 29th, 2025  7:00 - 8:15pm EDT

Where: Online via Zoom (a link will be emailed to you)!

Schedule


7:00pmIntroduction, Overview of St. Bernard's, and Admissions Information

Mr. Matt Brown
Director of Admissions & Student Services


7:15pmStudent Testimonial


7:30pmOverview of MACP program and Brief Academic Lecture

Dr. Stephen Loughlin, President, Professor of Philosophy and Founder of the MACP


8:00pmQ&A Session


Presenters

Mr. Matthew Brown Director of Admissions and Student Services

Matt Brown, M.P.A., is the Director of Admissions and Student Services at St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry in Rochester, NY. Much of his professional experience is in higher education. Matt received his Bachelor of Arts in Politics from The Catholic University of America and earned his Master of Public Administration from SUNY Brockport. He resides in Farmington, NY with his wife, Andrea, and they have a beautiful daughter named Ella.


Stephen Loughlin, Ph.D. President & Professor of Philosophy

Dr. Stephen J. Loughlin is President and Professor of Philosophy at St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry. Dr. Loughlin earned his Master's and Doctorate in Philosophy at the University of Toronto. Before coming to St. Bernard’s, Dr. Loughlin was an Associate Professor of Philosophy and the Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Theology at DeSales University in Center Valley, PA., a position he held for almost 20 years. Dr. Loughlin’s academic work has appeared in "The Thomist," "Nova et Vetera," "Pro Ecclesia," and "Josephinum," and his areas of research interest include Medieval philosophy and Thomistic anthropology. Dr. Loughlin deeply loves teaching, having engaged in the profession for over 25 years. Dr. Loughlin has been married for the past 30 years to his lovely wife Carol who recently retired as a NICU nurse.


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