Catholic Studies Leadership Interns

Grounded in the Catholic tradition, St. Thomas’ mission is to educate students
"to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely,
and work skillfully to advance the common good." 

 
Leadership Interns at the Villa Maria Retreat Center

Those students wishing to apply for a 2008-09 Leadership Intern position may download the application here. Please return to Brian Weber (32F) by Friday, April 18th. Application here.

In keeping with this charge, the Catholic Studies Department offers a leadership development program called Student Leadership Interns, which aims to help students understand and cultivate leadership through a Catholic prism. It asks questions such as, "How do you bring your faith to bear on the St. Thomas community?" and "What effect should faith have on leadership roles in larger civic life?"

In addition to getting involved as leaders in many Catholic Studies and campus-wide organizations and events, Student Leadership Interns participate in a Fall Vision Retreat, regular meetings, and a yearly Spring Institute. Last year, they went to France to examine questions about the principles of building a Christian culture. This year’s Spring Institute will take place in Washington, D. C., where the interns will pursue a deeper understanding of the Catholic leader’s responsibilities toward civil society.