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About
Fidelity & ExcellenceThomas Aquinas College is unique among American colleges and universities, offering a faithfully Catholic education comprised entirely of the Great Books and classroom discussions.
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A Liberating Education
Truth MattersTruth, and nothing less, sets men free; and because truth is both natural and supernatural, the College’s curriculum aims at both natural and divine wisdom.
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A Catholic Life
Under the Light of FaithThe intellectual tradition and moral teachings of the Catholic Church infuse the whole life of Thomas Aquinas College, illuminating the curriculum and the community alike.
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Admission & Aid
Is TAC Right for You?Do you enjoy grappling with complex questions? Are you willing to engage in discussions about difficult concepts, with the truth as your ultimate goal?
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Students & Parents
Mind, Body & SpiritThere is always something to do at TAC — something worthwhile, something fulfilling, and something geared toward ever-greater spiritual and intellectual growth.
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Alumni & Careers
What Can You Do with a Liberal Education?Nothing speaks more to the versatility of the College’s academic program than the good that our alumni are doing throughout the Church and the world.
News
On Sunday evening President Michael F. McLean hosted California students, faculty, staff, and their families at an all-College Thanksgiving dinner.
By Dr. Michael F. McLean
President, Thomas Aquinas College
Remarks at the California Thanksgiving Dinner
November 24, 2019
Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation, read earlier by Mr. Seeley, was delivered at a time of great national trial. Lincoln declared the last Thursday in November a national day of thanksgiving on October 3, 1863.
Before coming to Thomas Aquinas College this fall, Georgia Snethun (’23) spent a year pursuing her diploma (ARCT) in speech arts and drama from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. The process culminated in June with the diploma exam, an hour-long, one-woman show consisting of some 10 self-selected pieces, followed by a defense, during which Miss Snethun had to answer judges’ questions about her selections and their significance.
Please pray for TAC mother and grandmother Paule Ford, who has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer. Mrs. Ford is the mother of five alumni: Cathy (O’Donnell’77), Paul (’78), Maggie (Grimm ’79), Patrice (Atchley ’81), and Jackie (Lemmon ’87).
Shakespeare’s Christian Ethics
Dr. Michael Mack
Associate Professor
Department of English
The Catholic University of America
St. Vincent de Paul Lecture and Concert Series
Thomas Aquinas College, California
November 8, 2019
Students and faculty on the California campus today honored “the first First Lady of Thomas Aquinas College,” Marilyn McArthur, who is celebrating her 90th birthday.
The wife of the College’s founding president, Dr. Ronald P. McArthur, Mrs. McArthur came to campus for the midday Mass in Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity Chapel, followed by a luncheon celebration in St. Joseph Commons. Joining her was President Michael F. McLean and his wife, Lynda; the two surviving principal founders of the College, Peter L. DeLuca and John W. Neumnayr; and their wives, Kay and Bridget.
Per Se Statements: Getting a Handle on Truth
Rev. Sebastian Walshe, O.Praem. (’94)
Professor of Philosophy
St. Michael’s Abbey
St. Vincent de Paul Lecture and Concert Series
Thomas Aquinas College, New England
November 8, 2019
When the first snow of the season fell on the New England campus last week, three hearty souls — Residential Dir
Please pray for Quincy Masteller, who is undergoing treatment for bladder cancer. The College’s longtime general counsel, Mr. Masteller is the husband of Katie (Blewett ’82) and father of Mary Collette (Bolaños ’11), Michael (’13), and AnnaMaria (’16). The Mastellers have requested prayers for his complete healing through the intercession of Ven. Fulton Sheen and Bl. Solanus Casey.