Description
The Thomistic Institute (TI) is a national organization focused on the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas. The TI has a chapter at Iowa State University that offers numerous events and activities for ISU students and Ames community members. The ISU chapter of the TI hosts lectures by experts in theology, philosophy, science, literature, and various fields that intersect Roman Catholicism. It also offers book studies where students may strengthen their intellectual understanding of theology in specific topics. The ISU TI also offers weekly Aquinas 101 meetings tailored for students with little-to-no theology backgrounds. Aquinas 101 topics vary week-to-week and are often broad subjects with many exciting discussions.
Affiliations
This organization has no affiliations.
Constitution / Tier
Membership Information
| Student Members |
55 |
| ISU Members |
1 |
| Non-ISU Members |
1 |
| Allowed Members |
Any |
| Allowed Officers |
Any; previous participation in Thomistic Institute activities |
| Membership Qualifications |
There are no qualifications to be in the Thomistic Institute club. An open mind on faith-related topics is encouraged. |
| Membership Restrictions |
There are no restrictions to membership.
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| Elections/Selection |
Officers will be chosen from active participants in the club. A voting process will be held at the end of the school year to elect new officers if needed. |
| Meetings |
Club meetings are weekly during Aquinas 101. Executive meetings are held on a "when needed" basis (often weekly or biweekly).
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Description of Regular Meetings/Activities
| The Thomistic Institute at ISU hosts weekly Aquinas 101 meetings, book studies, and speaker events. Aquinas 101 meetings are open to everyone and entail discussions about St. Thomas Aquinas' theology. Participants in book studies pre-register early in the semester to commit to weekly theological discussions about their chosen book. The TI invites expert speakers to lecture at Iowa State about pressing theological questions and topics. |
Description of Special Events