-
About
Fidelity & ExcellenceThomas Aquinas College is unique among American colleges and universities, offering a faithfully Catholic education comprised entirely of the Great Books and classroom discussions.
-
A Liberating Education
Truth MattersTruth, and nothing less, sets men free; and because truth is both natural and supernatural, the College’s curriculum aims at both natural and divine wisdom.
-
A Catholic Life
Under the Light of FaithThe intellectual tradition and moral teachings of the Catholic Church infuse the whole life of Thomas Aquinas College, illuminating the curriculum and the community alike.
-
Admission & Aid
Is TAC Right for You?Do you enjoy grappling with complex questions? Are you willing to engage in discussions about difficult concepts, with the truth as your ultimate goal?
-
Students & Parents
Mind, Body & SpiritThere is always something to do at TAC — something worthwhile, something fulfilling, and something geared toward ever-greater spiritual and intellectual growth.
-
Alumni & Careers
What Can You Do with a Liberal Education?Nothing speaks more to the versatility of the College’s academic program than the good that our alumni are doing throughout the Church and the world.
College Offers Friends Simple & Free Estate-Planning Tool
“I don’t intend any dark humor,” says Paul Blewett (’85), Thomas Aquinas College’s newly appointed director of gift planning. “But if you’ve got a few minutes to spare — and with all this ‘sheltering in place,’ most of us do — this is the perfect time to write your will.”
"Well before COVID-19 ground most business and social interaction throughout the world to a halt, the College was planning to offer an excellent estate-planning tool — free of charge — to friends and benefactors. “When everything shut down, we thought about putting those plans on hold,” says Mr. Blewett. “But then we thought, why not now? This is a chance to help people deal with one of life’s obligations in a way that’s quick and convenient.”
The modest effort required to complete the form is well worth it. “Everyone needs a will, a legal document for deciding what legacy we would like to leave at the end of life,” says Mr. Blewett. “It’s an important way to take care of our loved ones. With a will to guide them, they can know and follow our wishes and suffer no unnecessary stress and sorrow.”
To get started on this guided, step-by-step process, simply visit FreeWill.com/TAC.
It is worth noting, however, that the Advance Health Care Directive provided by FreeWill.com is not in accordance with Catholic social teaching, and Thomas Aquinas College does not recommend its use.
“Having an Advance Health Care Directive and a Durable Financial Power of Attorney on hand is important,” says Mr. Blewett. “So we strongly recommend an alternate form with language that is consistent with Catholic teaching. Life Legal Defense Foundation provides guidance in this matter, as well as links to several other online resources. Your local diocese may also have resources available to you, including an Advance Health Care Directive form.”
The will-writing service is available, for free, to all friends of the College at FreeWill.com/TAC.