Undergraduate
Ray Patterson
Title:
Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
Education:
B.A. Dartmouth College; M.A. Yale Divinity School; Ph.D. The Catholic University of America
Areas of Expertise/Research Interests:
My current research focuses on American Catholic History. Other areas of interest include American Christianity, Christian Sacraments and Worship and Celtic Christianity.
Testimonial:
Saint Michael’s graduates look at their time in Vermont as a special time in their lives--many spend the rest of their lives trying to find ways to get back here!
What do you like most about teaching/working at Saint Michael's College?
I like the size of the community, which has allowed me to develop strong working relationships with students, staff and other faculty.
What is your favorite class to teach, and why?
The Church, which treats contemporary Roman Catholic issues and considers the Catholic contribution to the discussion of a wide variety of topics in today’s world.
E-mail Address: rpatterson@smcvt.edu
