Ripples on the Water: Life, Dignity, and the Beauty of Human Difference

The first principle of Catholic Social Teaching (CST) as taught by the U.S. bishops is simple in its clarity, yet profound in its implications: the life and dignity of the […]

Where will St. Mike’s seniors go next? Spotlight on Emily DuFour-Woznicki ’25

As we near Commencement for the Saint Michael’s College Class of 2025, we are highlighting where our seniors plan to go next and how they’re hoping to use the knowledge […]

Where will St. Mike’s seniors go next? Spotlight on Patrick Gahan ’25

As we approach Commencement for the Saint Michael’s College Class of 2025, we are highlighting where our seniors plan to go next and how they hope to apply the knowledge […]

St. Mike’s class on Edmundites in the Civil Rights Movement opens eyes, preserves legacy

Picture this: A white Catholic priest hand-in-hand with Civil Rights activist John Lewis when he awoke in the hospital following the events of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama in March […]

Preparing future first responders: Saint Michael’s introduces Emergency Medical Services minor

A new program of study was recently added to the list of academic options Saint Michael’s College’s: a minor in Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Kate Soons ’94, professor of health […]

St. Mike’s announces 2025 Commencement speaker: Fr. Gregory Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries

Fr. Gregory Boyle, S.J., the founder of the largest gang rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world, will deliver the Commencement address at Saint Michael’s College to the Class of […]

Principle One: Life and Dignity of the Human Person

Last week, I introduced the seven Catholic principles of social justice, rooted in the rich tradition of Catholic Social Teaching (CST). As I have noted in previous blogs, these principles […]

Understanding Catholic Social Teaching: A Guide for Our College Community

Catholic Social Teaching (CST) has deep roots in scripture, tradition, and centuries of Church thought. CST formally began with Pope Leo XIII’s encyclical, Rerum Novarum (“On the Condition of Labor”), […]

How the new Saint Michael’s Mock Trial Club enhances skills across all majors

A club formed at Saint Michael’s in the fall is already showing the wide-reaching applications of the skills students gain through participation. The President of Mock Trial, Ryann Edwards […]

Saint Michael’s College’s spring mainstage play is a modern version of Moliere’s “Tartuffe”

Moliere’s 17th-century comedy “Tartuffe” is getting the 21st-century treatment at Saint Michael’s College this spring. The satire on religious hypocrisy was initially banned in France after its debut, but themes […]

Catholic Social Teaching and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Partners in Justice for All

At Saint Michael’s College, we are committed to being a community where all people feel welcome, valued, and respected. In working toward that goal, we recognize that Diversity, Equity, and […]

Water For All! event inspires two campuses to combine efforts to make clean water accessible

What cause is so significant it has united the three Saint Michael’s College Institutes – environment, global engagement, and equity & justice – plus the College’s service organization, MOVE, and […]

Landing the dream job: How a St. Mike’s grad found passion for filmmaking, success with ‘Ms. Rachel’

As a junior at Saint Michael’s College, Ashley DeLeon ’23 took her first film class at the urging of her advisor. While she was hesitant at the beginning of the […]

Faith in Action: CST and DEI Hand-in-Hand at Saint Michael’s College

In the spirit of authentic Catholic identity, Saint Michael’s College affirms that faith is not merely a private matter but rather the foundational heart of our community, guiding our pursuit […]

An ‘unwavering dedication’ to French education in the U.S.: St. Mike’s professor knighted by France

Professor Peter Vantine has long borne the title of Saint Michael’s College Purple Knight over his more than a decade of teaching French at the College. But, thanks to the […]

Beyond the game: Team IMPACT’s effect on Saint Michael’s College athletes

For athletes at Saint Michael’s College, the game now represents more than just competition as new additions to the roster are teaching them there is more to play for. The […]

The “Catholic Difference” of Saint Michael’s College

Over the past few weeks, I have been replying to questions posed by students who have been emailing me with comments and questions about the blogs that I posted. This […]

Saint Michael’s professor to receive French order of knighthood for promoting French language, culture

A longtime Saint Michael’s College professor is set to be honored by the French government for his commitment to promoting French language, culture, and education in the U.S., at the […]

Students merge art, food, and light in spring Saint Michael’s McCarthy Art Gallery lineup

Each spring, Saint Michael’s College Art & Design seniors have the unique opportunity to plan, create, and show a solo art exhibit in the College’s on-campus gallery. The opportunity provided […]

How St. Mike’s Criminology program became an unofficial pipeline for South Burlington Police

It may be more happenstance than by design that six Saint Michael’s College alumni are currently employed by the South Burlington Police Department. But the prevalence speaks to the special […]

“In the Light of the Catholic Faith”: Encountering Each Other In Conversation

In the last blog, I observed that it eventually would become the responsibility of the administration, the faculty, and the staff of Saint Michael’s College to ensure the catholicity of […]

From classroom to Cider Lab: One St. Mike’s alum’s path to entrepreneurship

The path to entrepreneurship for alumna Karen Wisehart ’92 was anything but traditional. After earning her business degree from Saint Michael’s College while working full-time, Wisehart began her career in […]

St. Mike’s re-envisions career event with input from students and engaging local business community

When it comes to planning their future, St. Mike’s students get a chance tap into one of their greatest (and often under-utilized) resources: alumni. Saint Michael’s College’s Career Connections event […]

The Catholic Intellectual Tradition and Catholic Pedagogy

We often speak about the Catholic Intellectual Tradition (CIT) and indeed have integrated CIT into the curriculum of Saint Michael’s College. Monika Hellwig, to whom many in contemporary Catholic education […]

St. Mike’s alum’s business Homegrown Jewelry goes from dorm room pop-up shop to British Vogue

Readers of British Vogue connected with Saint Michael’s College may have noticed a familiar business name in several recent issues. Homegrown Jewelry, a small business created by Francesca D’Elia ’20, […]

Teaching Elementary Science and Engineering Outside

Remember summer? I’ll wait. It is currently below zero and I can barely remember flowing rivers, bright green plants, and the hot sun. But that is what I am sharing […]

Preserving the Education of Students “In the Light of the Catholic Faith”

In a previous blog, I noted the significant change that took place at Saint Michael’s College in the late 1960s, following the publication of the “Land O’ Lakes Statement.” For […]

Chasing fires, not receipts: St. Mike’s alum uses his degree in the College’s fire station

When Kyle Wentzel ’18 came to Saint Michael’s, he did not have any intention of joining the College’s Fire and Rescue squad. But then a fire alarm went off in […]

St. Mike’s engineering alum: 3+2 program with UVM was ‘best of both worlds’

Students who come to Saint Michael’s College to major in Engineering get both the technical skills needed for engineering-specific jobs as well as the soft skills – such as writing […]

A Place to Call Home in the Midst of Difference

In my last blog, I noted how Catholic higher education can be home to a diverse population of people, all of whom can be considered guests of the College. Diversity […]

Leahy appropriation at Saint Michael’s funds two inaugural Institute for the Environment fellows

Two instructors who have come to Saint Michael’s College through a new fellowship program are helping answer major environmental questions of the day – and they are involving students in […]

St. Mike’s student finds journalistic success: Article lands in major publication

For many students, professional success comes only after years of applying oneself, personal growth and skill development, at times grit, and certainly after college graduation. Saint Michael’s College sophomore, Ada […]

Saint Michael’s College: Catholic in What Sense?

In the last blog, I noted that Society of Saint Edmund (Edmundites) founded Saint Michael’s College as a Catholic college. It was also noted that Dr. Reiss, the fourteenth president […]

Saint Michael’s Model UN heads to McGill University for annual conference, showcasing global leadership skills

A group of Saint Michael’s students joined more than 1,000 students from across the world to participate in debate and problem-solving around global issues. Saint Michael’s College students taking part […]

What’s in a Name? The Catholic identity of Saint Michael’s College

Saint Michael’s College was established as a Catholic college in 1904. Ever since, the College has operated as a Catholic institution of higher education in Vermont, and this has been […]

Saint Michael’s College announces Dean’s List for Fall 2024

Congratulations to students named to Saint Michael’s College Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester! Click the link below to view the list. Fall 2024 Dean’s List.>> *Updated as of […]

Fostering What is Unique about Saint Michael’s College

Last summer, President Richard Plumb asked me to take on the inaugural position of Vice President of the Office of Edmundite Mission. Dr. Plumb decided to create the position and […]

A Deep Dive Into Doug Facey’s Labs

It’s the dead of winter. We are still inside the Persephone Period. The forecast calls for temperatures not getting out of the single digits next week. It looks like the […]

Taking the lead: St. Mike’s student discovers confidence through spearheading research study

Colby Fane-Cushing ’25 arrived on Saint Michael’s campus with the goal of becoming a doctor. That dream was briefly in flux when the Colchester native and baseball player struggled through […]

St. Mike’s scientists seek to answer whether VR meditation can help prevent illness among astronauts

For astronauts, staying well is paramount for serving their function during a spaceflight mission. Saint Michael’s College researchers have been testing virtual reality meditation use’s effect on the immune system […]

Saint Michael’s College celebrates multi-day MLK event with focus on radical empathy

The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. endures and continues to inspire, even after 33 years of Saint Michael’s College celebrating its MLK Convocation. For this year’s four-day celebration, […]

Three Saint Michael’s fall Athletic teams complete record-breaking seasons

As another fall semester comes to a close, three Saint Michael’s athletic teams have etched their names in the record books with historic seasons. Women’s Volleyball, Women’s Soccer, and Men’s […]

Saint Michael’s College is making a top-notch education more affordable with the St. Mike’s Community Commitment

The St. Mike’s Community Commitment Program solidifies what Saint Michael’s has long done: provide generous scholarships and aid for those who have demonstrated financial need – not only for low-income […]

Saint Michael’s College recognizes five staff members for exemplary service

Five hard-working and dedicated Saint Michael’s College staff members were cast into the limelight – a place they rarely occupy in the regular course of doing their job – each […]

A conversation with Terri Givens, St. Mike’s MLK Convocation speaker on radical empathy

Author, professor, and entrepreneur Terri Givens is the headlining keynote speaker for Saint Michael’s College’s 33rd annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation this January. Givens is a professor of […]

The liberal arts advantage: Saint Michael’s College’s role in a major Alzheimer’s discovery

For most of her scientific career, Biology and Neuroscience Professor Ruth Fabian-Fine has studied spiders’ nervous systems – even overcoming arachnophobia as she was drawn in by the sensory systems […]

Where art meets biology: Interdisciplinary artist from Mexico displays works at Saint Michael’s

Bridging the line between art and science is the pursuit of interdisciplinary artist Siglinde Langholz. The artist from Yvalgo, Mexico, discussed her artwork in a presentation to Saint Michael’s […]

Spider brain research leads VT neuroscientists to groundbreaking discovery in Alzheimer’s-affected human brains

Researchers from Saint Michael’s College and the University of Vermont have made a groundbreaking new discovery that provides a better understanding of how Alzheimer’s disease develops in the human […]

Two new academic programs capture growing interests of Saint Michael’s students

This year, Saint Michael’s College added several new academic programs in response to growing interest in the disciplines of Digital Marketing and Aquatic and Marine Biology. Digital Marketing is a […]

Russian photojournalist Dmitri Beliakov shares experience of documenting war in Ukraine

An award-winning freelance photojournalist originally from Moscow, Russia who documented tensions between Russia and Ukraine between 2014 and 2019 recently came to Saint Michael’s College to display his photographs to […]