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Theology and the Common Good
Our minor in theology and the common good applies your Christian faith to concerns for social justice and prepares you for a life of improving your community and the world around you.
Why Study Theology and the Common Good at St. Thomas?
Our program is flexible, meaning you start by completing your first core course on the foundations of the Christian theological tradition which includes discussion of the theological roots of the concept of "the common good." You engage in robust civil discourse while exploring how you can engage in practices that contribute to social justice and social transofrmation. You will examine the relationship between Christian faith and moral, social, cultural and economics issues in modern society.
Change the World Around You
Course Requirements
You start by completing Theology 100: Foundations which explores the Christian theological tradition and prepares you for your next course focusing on the Catholic social tradition. After that, you can pick two course in Theology based on your personal and career goals. You choose from a range of topics within the theology curriculum.
Four-Year Plan
You may personalize your approach to the Minor in Theology and the Common Good:
- THEO 100: Foundations
- THEO 225: Faith & Ethics: Social Thought
- THEO 224: Faith & Ethics OR THEO 227: Contexts
- Plus any THEO 221-229
Degrees Awarded
Minor in Theology and the Common Good
Course Requirements
Course Requirements
You start by completing Theology 100: Foundations which explores the Christian theological tradition and prepares you for your next course focusing on the Catholic social tradition. After that, you can pick two course in Theology based on your personal and career goals. You choose from a range of topics within the theology curriculum.
Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan
You may personalize your approach to the Minor in Theology and the Common Good:
- THEO 100: Foundations
- THEO 225: Faith & Ethics: Social Thought
- THEO 224: Faith & Ethics OR THEO 227: Contexts
- Plus any THEO 221-229
Degrees Awarded
Degrees Awarded
Minor in Theology and the Common Good
Career Paths
We give you the tools and knowledge you need to work in a variety of different careers and industries after graduation.
- Law
- Education
- Journalism
- Healthcare
- Relief services
- Social services
A Community of Scholars
Dr. Amy Levad
Dr. Levad's courses focus on theology, criminal justice, environmental theology and theological ethics.
Dr. Bernard Brady
Dr. Brady specializes in Catholic moral theology, particularly Catholic social thought.
Dr. Gerald Schlabach
Dr. Schlabach focuses on issues related to peacemaking, social justice, globalization and the integrity of traditional communities.
Faith Seeking Understanding
You have access to a wide array of opportunities ranging from study abroad to faculty mentorship.
Integrate Faith and Reason
Integrate theology with your interests by taking interdisciplinary courses. Topics include theology and literature, theology and the legal profession and more.
Explore the Eternal City
Expand your horizons by studying abroad at our Bernardi Campus in Rome. We also offer study abroad opportunities in Poland, South Africa, India and Hawai'i.
Focus Your Studies
A minor allows you to focus on areas like theology and the common good, comparative theology and biblical studies.
Nationwide Recognition
Our faculty wrote The Christian Theological Tradition, a publication used by many universities around the United States.
Explore the Big Issues
We provide opportunities for you to explore contemporary issues affecting the world and society around us every day.
We promote interreligious dialogue through workshops and lectures as part of our Theological Encounters Initiative. This initiative is focused on fostering mutual understanding and cooperation between Christians and other faiths.
The Institute for Catholicism and Citizenship offers events that brings members of the St. Thomas and Twin Cities communities together to discuss social, political and economic questions in the light of the Gospel.