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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
Meet the Prefects: Mikaela Heal (’21)
The article below is part of a series introducing students and their families to the prefects for the 2021 Great Books High School Summer Program. To read the series in full as it is published, visit the Summer Program Blog.
“I fell in love with TAC solely because of this summer program, and this will be my last time working it,” says Mikaela Heal (’21), a two-time past prefect and a member of the College’s newest graduating class. “I’m excited to have the chance to return a final time, to invite the programmers into this community and an experience that will change their lives.”
Originally from Tucson, Mikaela will be moving to Scottsdale, Arizona, this fall after her October wedding to 2021 classmate and fellow prefect Dillon Raum. Until then she plans to grow her online business, Tangle and Poke, where she sells hand-stitched botanical, religious, and embroidery art.
“My favorite part of attending the Summer Program was the community and spiritual vibrancy, which I immediately felt,” Mikaela recalls. As a prefect, she loves “connecting with attendees and sharing TAC’s offerings and community with them,” adding that it is “delightful to see their hearts and minds moved by Adoration and classes, as well as their joy in building friendships with other truth-seekers.”
Mikaela is eager to welcome students to the California campus in just 10 days, and she has an important piece of advice for them: “Trust me, leave your phone in your room. The time will fly by, and you’ll want to be totally present for every second.”