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Annual guide offers help in finding authentic Catholic colleges

Oct 7, 2014

The Cardinal Newman Society’s 2015 Catholic college guide offers information about more than two dozen colleges, universities and other programs,... Read more

Loyola Marymount University.

Calif. abortion mandate deemed a 'flagrant violation' of civil rights

Oct 3, 2014

By Kevin J. Jones

The California government “directly targeted” two Catholic universities and violated federally guaranteed civil rights by ordering their health insurance plans... Read more

Mary Eberstadt speaks at Bonfils hall in Denver, Feb 11, 2013.

Catholic scholar calls graduates to 'new moral movement'

May 22, 2014

By Adelaide Mena

Each human person bears the face of Christ and plays a unique role in history, said Catholic scholar Mary Eberstadt,... Read more

Fr. Sean Sheridan, TOR, president of Franciscan University of Steubenville, with honorary degree recipient Michael P. Warsaw on May 10, 2014. Photo courtesy of EWTN.

Imitate Mother Angelica’s faithfulness, EWTN head tells graduates

May 13, 2014

EWTN head Michael Warsaw praised the life of Mother Angelica as an inspiring model of Christian faith, exhorting the 2014... Read more

Loyola Marymount community objects to dean's links to abortion groups

May 1, 2014

Loyola Marymount University’s appointment of an atheist dean with a record of service to abortion-supporting groups suggests the university may... Read more

Catholic University leaders reject criticism of Koch grant

Feb 23, 2014

The Catholic University of America’s president and business school dean say criticism of a $1 million grant from the Koch... Read more

University of Notre Dame.

Pope calls Notre Dame to 'unambiguous' Catholic witness

Jan 30, 2014

Pope Francis encouraged Notre Dame University to continue honoring its Catholic identity in the future, through a strong commitment to... Read more

Loyola Marymount University logo.

Loyola Marymount abortion policy change prompts criticism

Oct 10, 2013

By Adelaide Mena

A Jesuit college in California has sparked controversy by announcing that it will stop directly covering elective abortions, but will... Read more

Ave Maria University.

Ave Maria University reduces tuition to ease burden on families

Oct 3, 2013

By Kevin J. Jones

Citing a desire to ease financial pressures on parents and students, Ave Maria University in Naples, Fla., has announced that... Read more

Freshmen students take part in last year's Outdoor Leadership Program in the wilderness of Wyoming.

Wyoming Catholic College opens hearts to God, president says

Sep 22, 2013

By Carl Bunderson

As a new academic year begins, Wyoming Catholic College’s new president believes that his school offers students an education meant... Read more

Students at The University of Notre Dame Australia speak with a professor before class.

Catholic college 'delighted' to receive top ratings in Australia

Sep 5, 2013

Officials at the University of Notre Dame Australia are pleased to have received the highest ratings in excellence in several... Read more

Cardinal Sean O'Malley of Boston. File photo/CNA.

Boston cardinal to boycott graduation over honors to Irish official

May 10, 2013

By Adelaide Mena

Cardinal Séan O'Malley announced that he would not attend the commencement of Boston College due to an honorary degree Irish... Read more

Knights grateful for Gonzaga student group status

May 2, 2013

By Carl Bunderson

The Knights of Columbus applauded a decision by Gonzaga University to grant them recognition as a sponsored organization after their... Read more

Fr. Sean Sheridan, TOR.

Franciscan University names Fr. Sean Sheridan as president

Apr 22, 2013

Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio has named as its next president theology professor and canon lawyer Father Sean O.... Read more

Donegal, Ireland.

Christendom College summer program explores Church in Ireland

Apr 6, 2013

Christendom College has announced a new program in Ireland that will be launched this summer to offer students a deeper... Read more

Dr. Kevin D. Roberts, president of Wyoming Catholic College. Courtesy of Wyoming Catholic College.

Wyoming Catholic College's next president sees bright future

Mar 23, 2013

By Kevin J. Jones

Dr. Kevin Roberts, incoming president of Wyoming Catholic College, says he is “thrilled and humbled” to head a school with... Read more

Opening of 57th Session of Commission on Status of Women on March 4, 2013 at UN Headquarters in New York.

Catholic students lobby at UN commission on women

Mar 20, 2013

By Kevin J. Jones

Students at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio worked to educate delegates at a recent United Nations commission about the... Read more

Catholic University students use spring break to serve

Mar 8, 2013

Almost 100 students and staff at the Catholic University of America are giving up their spring break to take part... Read more

Bishop Jeffrey Monforton, bishop of Steubenville, celebrated Mass on the Feast of the Chair of St. Peter.

Catholic college students honor Pope Benedict's last days

Feb 28, 2013

Students at American Catholic universities are observing the end of Pope Benedict XVI’s papacy with special Masses, prayers and acts... Read more

Catholic University of America graduation, May 12, 2012.

Bishops find progress in relationship with Catholic colleges

Jan 10, 2013

A report by the U.S. bishops finds a positive relationship between Catholic universities in America and the Church, while encouraging... Read more