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!
Hear from Dr. Stephen Loughlin, founder of the MA in Catholic Philosophy program, and discover more about:
When: Tuesday, November 19th, 2026 7:00 - 8:15pm EST
Where: Online via Zoom (a link will be emailed to you)!
Matt BrownDirector of Admissions & Student Services
Dr. Stephen Loughlin, President, Professor of Philosophy and Founder of the MACP
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 and a wonderful son named Luke.
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 35 years to his lovely wife Carol who recently retired as a NICU nurse.
