
Is Today's University Hollow? | Fr. Stephen Fields, S.J.
The Thomistic Institute
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John Henry Newman's Works and Today's Universities
The chapter explores John Henry Newman's notable works, focusing on the Apologia Pro Vita Sua, and raises questions about the current state of universities. It discusses Newman's contributions to liberal education, concerns about the devaluation of this ideal in modern academia, and the importance of upholding democratic principles within universities. The chapter also touches on the impact of different models of human reason on civil order and educational institutions, drawing on historical contexts and personal anecdotes to enrich the discussion.
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