Posts by Brian Gallagher
William C. Mattison III, Ph.D.
Dr. Mattison completed his doctoral studies at the University of Notre Dame. He has taught at Notre Dame, Mount St. Mary’s University, and Catholic University of America. He returned to Notre Dame in 2016 with a joint appointment as Wilsey Family Associate Professor in the Department of Theology as well as Senior Advisor for Theological…
Read MoreLaura Garcia, Ph.D.
Laura Garcia is a member of the Department of Philosophy at Boston College. She received her doctorate from the University of Notre Dame and taught at Rutgers University, Georgetown University, University of St. Thomas (St. Paul), Catholic University, Calvin College, and University of Notre Dame. Dr. Garcia is widely published on topics in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics,…
Read MoreProofs for the Existence of God: Arguments from Logic and Experience
Taught by Laura Garcia, Ph.D. Join Dr. Laura Garcia as she navigates through the biggest question of philosophy: “does God exist?” In this series, you will encounter various arguments for God’s existence. Dr. Garcia will begin by making a case for the existence of God, and considering whether the case actually supports the conclusion. A…
Read MoreAn Introduction to Vatican II: The Council and Its Major Constitutions
Taught by Jem Sullivan, Ph.D. During the year of faith (2012), Pope Benedict XVI continuously encouraged Catholics to rediscover the riches of the teachings of the Second Vatican Council as a means to strengthen their faith and love for the Church. Through a thorough discussion of key themes, major documents, and historical context, this course…
Read MoreThe Cardinal Virtues: Discovering a Morality of Happiness
Taught by William C. Mattison III, Ph.D. Join Prof. Mattison as he examines the pervasiveness of what the Western Tradition has come to call the “Four Cardinal Virtues.” Prof. Mattison begins with an examination of the common opinions regarding morality. Is morality simply a set or arbitrary rules? Does morality have anything to do with…
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