Arizona’s Catholic universities form coalition

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May 23, 2016
Arizona’s four private Catholic institutions of higher education have formed a coalition, Catholic Universities of Arizona, to support each other’s mission and to help students of all faiths complete an education that is meaningful and values-based.

“Benedictine University at Mesa has become such an important resource providing higher education opportunities in the East Valley with the support of the Diocese of Phoenix,” said Charlie Gregory, campus executive officer. “Our steady growth since arriving in Arizona in 2012 demonstrates our commitment to helping local students succeed. We look forward to identifying other opportunities to partner with the Diocese and the Catholic Universities of Arizona.

The four schools in the association include Benedictine University in Mesa, The College of St. Scholastica in Mesa and Phoenix, Saint Xavier University in Gilbert, and the University of Mary on the campus of Arizona State University in Tempe. A shared website, www.azcatholic.org, can help prospective students sort out the various programs while remaining confident of their common Catholic identity.
“The Catholic Universities of Arizona offer a substantial list of degree programs that have at their center the development of the whole individual,” said Maria Laughner, Arizona regional director for College of St. Scholastica. “Together, we are proving that a private values-based education is not only affordable, it is within reach. The College of St. Scholastica is proud to be a part of such a community-based effort.”
The endeavor is endorsed by and works closely with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix advocating and promoting the benefits of Catholic higher education. The coalition also supports and encourages awareness among the Valley’s elementary and high school providers, building a pipeline of opportunities at the collegiate level and in the future.

“We believe that by combining efforts in the same mission, more students will be reached and stronger, more comprehensive programming can be developed,” added MaryBeth Mueller, superintendent of schools for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix. “The point of this coalition is to meet the needs of those seeking an educational experience infused with moral values and service, and this will happen best through a collaborative effort.”
In all, more than 25 degrees at the bachelors, masters and doctorate level will be available at Arizona’s Catholic universities.
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Arizona's Catholic universities form coalition

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