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| >>Our Mission |
| Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective. At Aquinas, we emphasize career preparation with a focus on leadership and service to others. An Aquinas education fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. |
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>>Our Diversity Statement
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| Aquinas College is committed to equality. This statement of the College
speaks to this commitment, as do our history and heritage.We believe that
diversity is a blessing, which brings a richness of perspectives to our intellectual,
cultural, social, and spiritual life. All members of our community -
faculty, staff, students - will demonstrate respect for each other regardless
of our differences. All of us will be sensitive in our actions, words, and deeds.
We will demonstrate these sensitivities in our classrooms, curricula, offices,
meeting places, and living environments.
We will maintain the diversity of our Board of Trustees, faculty, student body,
and staff and appreciate the different gifts each brings to this community
regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or disability. |
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| >>Our Integrity Statement |
| Aquinas College is rooted in the Dominican traditions of prayer, study, community and service, combined with a deep respect for truth, honesty and integrity. In this spirit, we strive to create an environment in which integrity is prized and practiced. We expect all community members to uphold these values through honesty, fairness, and respect for others. |
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| >>Our Heritage |
| Founded by the Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids in 1886, Aquinas has a Catholic heritage in the Dominican tradition of working and serving as outlined in the Dominican Charisms. It is lived out by Aquinas students who volunteer their time and talents in the Grand Rapids community and by those who travel to places such as Oaxaca, Mexico; Appalachia, Kentucky; or any of several other service-learning locations. To learn more about the history of Aquinas College, check out our Heritage & Traditions Web site. |
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| >>Our Namesake |
| The College is named for St. Thomas Aquinas, a 13th century Dominican scholar and teacher considered to be one of the most brilliant minds of his time and one of the most influential thinkers in the history of the Catholic church. St. Thomas stressed the importance of having an open mind and open heart and continuously learning from our life experiences. Throughout the years, the Aquinas community has continued to foster a learning environment centered on these principles. |
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| >>Our Seal |
| Learn about the meaning behind the Aquinas College Seal. |
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| >>Our Programs |
| The Dominican History within the context of Higher Education
dates to the 13th century. Curricula innovation is a hallmark
of Aquinas. That educational heritage continues at Aquinas each
year as approximately 2,300 students register for classes in
both its undergraduate and graduate programs, which encompass 61
majors including signature programs in Sustainable
Business and Conductive
Education. |
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| >>Our Accreditation |
| Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. Click here for Aquinas' Statement of Affiliation Status (pdf). |
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| >>Our Governance |
| Aquinas College is governed by its Board of Trustees in conjunction with the President's Office. C. Edward Balog, Ph.D., began his service as the sixth president of Aquinas College on July 1, 2007. |
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