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In this program, you will discover the stunning brilliance of the so-called ‘Dark Ages:’ an age that saw a flowering of human wisdom, the revival of forgotten treasures of the ancient world, and the birth of philosophies and institutions that became the foundations of western civilization for centuries to come.
Careers: Historian, Teacher, Lawyer, Writer, Graduate Studies
The Medieval Studies program allows you a great deal of flexibility, with over a dozen electives to supplement your study. From history and the arts to political philosophy and the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas, you have a variety of ways to immerse yourself in this fascinating period of history.
Fast Fact: In Medieval Studies, you’ll explore the simple elegance of Gregorian Chant, which was nearly lost to history.
Other courses may be considered with the approval of the director, Dr. Mary Blanchard.
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Education: B.A., History, York University; M.A., History, University of Toronto; Ph.D., History, University of Toronto Office: Henkels 2019 Email: paul.baxa@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-1661
Education: B.A., History, Ave Maria University; M.A., Medieval Studies, Western Michigan University; D.Phil, History, University of Oxford Office: Henkels 3034 Email: mary.blanchard@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-1563
Education: B.A., American Studies & History, Northwestern University; M. Phil, Political Thought & Intellectual History, University of Cambridge; Ph.D., History, University of Cambridge Office: Henkels 2014A Email: michael.breidenbach@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 280-1570
Education: B.A., History, Ave Maria University; M.Sc. (honors), History, University of Edinburgh; Ph.D., History, University of Otago, New Zealand Office: Henkels 2056 Email: daniel.davy@avemaria.edu Phone: (239) 304-7127
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