PH.D. IN THEOLOGY

Ph.D. IN THEOLOGY

AT A GLANCE

Take the next step in your journey to be astounded by the infinite knowledge and wisdom of our God. Obtain your Ph.D. in theology at AMU and you’ll benefit from strictly capped class sizes and a distinguished and ecclesiastically approved teaching faculty. Dare to wonder at the greatest mysteries of our faith and prepare yourself for advanced studies or leading roles in Catholic higher education. Get started today by enrolling in the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theology program at AMU.

Careers: Director of Religious Education, Diocesan Leader, Theology Professor, Religious Life

EX CORDE ECCLESIAE — FROM THE HEART OF THE CHURCH

Ph.D. students at AMU. develop the habit and unified vision of theological wisdom according to the unerring magisterial teachings of the Church. Through the study of biblical, moral and systematic theology, our doctoral students become conversant in the Catholic theological tradition and lay the groundwork for teaching roles in Catholic or non-Catholic institutions of higher education.

Fast Fact:More than 90% of our doctoral graduates are teaching theology at the college, university or seminary level.

SKILLS YOU WILL GAIN

  1. A deeper knowledge of Catholic doctrine and practice. Dive into particular areas of Church teaching that interest you, and examine their scriptural and historical foundations. Engage your mind in the pursuit of wisdom through faith and reason.
  2. Research and critical thinking skills. Master a particular topic in theology by performing original research for your dissertation and successfully defending your findings to a panel.
  3. Practical ways of growing closer to God. Your ultimate goal in life is not your career (though that’s still important), but getting to heaven! By studying theology you’re learning more about God, the source of all love and joy!

IMPORTANT RESOURCES

Meet the faculty

Jeffrey Walkey, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Theology

Email:

jeffrey.walkey@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 304-7363

Office:

Henkels 3004

T. Adam Van Wart, Ph.D.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF THEOLOGY

Email:

thomas.vanwart@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 304-7825

Office:

Henkels 3008

Fr. Guy Mansini, S.T.D.

Max Seckler Chair of Theology

Email:

fr.guy.mansini@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 280-2594

Office:

Henkels 3009

Steven Long, Ph.D.

Professor of Theology

Email:

steven.long@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 280-1664

Office:

Henkels 3007

Daniel Lendman, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Theology

Email:

danielw.lendman@avemaria.edu

Phone:

239-304-7934

Office:

Henkels 3029

Fr. Robert Garrity, S.T.D.

Associate Professor of Theology

Email:

robert.garrity@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 280-2424

Office:

Henkels 2068

Roger Nutt, S.T.L., S.T.D.

Provost; Professor of Theology

Email:

roger.nutt@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 280-1603

Office:

Henkels 3056

Michael Dauphinais, Ph.D.

Chair of the Theology Department; Fr. Matthew L. Lamb Professor of Catholic Theology; Professor of Theology & Humanities

Email:

michael.dauphinais@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 280-2538

Office:

Henkels 3005

Fr. Romanus Cessario, S.T.D.

Adam Cardinal Maida Professor of Theology

Email:

rev.romanus.cessario@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 304-7935

Office:

Henkels 3026

Gerald Boersma, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Theology

Email:

gerald.boersma@avemaria.edu

Phone:

(239) 304-7910

Office:

Henkels 3003

DISCOVER THE AQUINAS CENTER FOR THEOLOGICAL RENEWAL

Created to foster the renewal of Catholic theology, the Aquinas Center is invested in a wide variety of projects both within and outside of Ave Maria University. With the help of scholars from colleges and universities around the world, the center l seeks to contribute to the development of a vibrant theological renaissance.
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