Ave Maria University

Bioethics is a well-beloved class at AMU, as is Dr. Van Wart! In this interview with the incredible theology professor, he shares the basics of the class and why the study of bioethics is important as we uphold the sanctity of life and the dignity of the family.

Today, Kara Logan sits down with Annie Schlueter to discuss her thesis on Ephesians 5:22-23, and the beauty of the uniqueness of men and women. Additionally, they chat about how Ave Maria University uniquely equips students to understand the beauty of the family, through a variety of classes and a pro-life culture.

Today concludes our miniseries on the Examination of College, with a chat with Coach Joe Patterson on the importance of integrating Catholicism with athletics. He shares about the foundation of “conquering love” and what makes Ave Maria University's athletics program both passionately Catholic and athletically excellent. For your copy of the Examination of College, visit https://bit.ly/2Q7wNa6

Today concludes our miniseries on the Examination of College, with a chat with Coach Joe Patterson on the importance of integrating Catholicism with athletics. He shares about the foundation of “conquering love” and what makes Ave Maria University's athletics program both passionately Catholic and athletically excellent. For your copy of the Examination of College, visit https://bit.ly/2Q7wNa6

Dr. Roger Nutt joins Annie Schlueter today for a conversation on our brand new resource, the Examination of College (EOC)! Designed to help prospective parents and students ask hard questions to evaluate potential college options, their conversation focuses on the crucial things to consider when determining how to spend those irreplaceable 4 years.   To learn more and to receive a copy of the EOC, head to https://bit.ly/2Q7wNa6

Joining Annie Schlueter today are alum Jessiah Rojas, ‘20, and his seminarian classmate and big AMU fan, Peter Trossbach! They're talking about their vocational discernment stories of how they went from complacent in faith to prepare for the priesthood in seminary. Jessiah shares about his conversion to Catholicism his freshman year at Ave Maria University, and how the four years he spent here led him to the seminary, and Peter talks about his journey straight from high school to the seminary.

85% of Catholics leave the faith in college. Rich Olon, a youth minister from Maryland, fights against this statistic by bringing his high school students to visit Newman Guide Colleges. In this episode, he shares his passion for leading his students to choose a vibrantly Catholic school, just like Ave Maria University.

Pope Paul VI wrote “Inter Mirifica” in 1964 on how Catholics are called to make use of the media - long before the internet, social media, and smartphones were widespread. However, in an age of fake news and cancel culture, this work (and the follow-up document John Paul II wrote in 2005) holds deeply relevant truths. Join Kevin Murphy and Annie Schlueter, as they dive into this prophetic work!  To read Inter Mirifica, visit https://bit.ly/3rC64iU, and to read The Rapid Development, go to https://bit.ly/3cxBdjp. More information on the Convergence Lab can be found in the Spring 2021 Edition of the AMU magazine: https://bit.ly/3iLEyvq

Men's Head Basketball Coach Jamon Copeland shares with Annie Schlueter about how his vocation as a husband and father corresponds with his vocation as a coach. As he forms young men to be excellent on and off the field, as well as raises his five children, Coach Copeland speaks about true masculinity, embracing difficulty, and cultivating holiness.

Kevin Murphy joins Annie Schlueter to co-host today's episode, featuring Dr. Gabriel Martinez! Together, they dive into the beauty of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, one of the documents in AMU's seal. This beautiful encyclical talks about how it is the duty of Catholics to create Catholic universities, to form young adults in truth and live it out, in the context of their particular vocation call.

For the first time ever, Ave Maria University is offering “Philosophy of Motherhood,” taught by Dr. Janice Breidenbach. In this episode, Dr. Breidenbach joins host Annie Schlueter to discuss the beauty of the vocational call to motherhood, and how it is lived out and affirmed within the Catholic Church.

Joining Annie Schlueter today is President Ice, talking about how Ave Maria University is Our Lady's University.  Additionally, he shares about evangelizing while working in the secular world, as well as his vocation, late wife Mary, and passion for students to discern, discover, and be equipped to live out their vocations at AMU.

In this episode, Kevin Murphy, VP of marketing and communications, joins host Annie Schlueter, to unpack the beauty and power of the name of Ave Maria University.

In this episode, Theology Professor Dr. T. Adam Van Wart joins the Pod to talk about his Texan roots, faith conversion, and his inspirational battle with cancer. 

In this episode, AMU Sophmore Emma Boback, founder of Zelie and Lou, joins to discuss how she built her business, finding strength in being an introvert, and opportunities for evangelization..

In this episode, AMU chemistry professor Dr. Barbosa joins to share how he started a small pharmaceutical company, the process of finding cures to cancer, and how he equips Ave students for success in the lab.

In this episode, AMU Senior Hadleigh Thompson joins to share the story of Pregnant on Campus, her passion for service, and building the Kingdom of God through small actions.

In this episode, Sam Whetstone joins to talk about how to be positive in the midst of uncertain times, what we love about the class of 2020, and to help me say goodbye. 

In this episode, student siblings Gabe and Jacinta join to talk about why so many siblings come to Ave, Cross Country record-setting, and the Joys of volunteering with the Immokalee Soccer School.

In this episode, Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Roger Nutt joins to share his conversion story, getting one-upped in front of Pope St. John Paul II, and how to maintain discipline and humility.

In this episode, Dr. Patterson joins to share how he uses shock and humor to reach his students, what the purpose of higher education should be, and why we should fail more often

In this episode, Ave sweethearts and professors Dr. Gerald Boersma and Maria Boersma talk about falling in love at Ave, their international adventures, and how to court Hispanic women.

In this episode, Communications professor Dr. Jasso and his golden radio voice joins to talk about productive trolling, having an open mind, and evaluating the podcast.

In this episode, nursing student and cancer survivor Macey King shares how she found her purpose amidst extreme physical pain, what is special about the AMU nursing program, and focusing on the beauty of every human life.

In this episode, Gyrenes football coach Joseph Patterson joins to talk about building a winning culture, what the addition of lights means for the team, and building character through football.

In this episode, Psychology professor Dr. Keith Houde joins to speak about the popularity of the psychology program at Ave Maria, his inspiration by Saint Pope John Paul II, and his love of sports psychology.

In this episode, Philosophy Professor Dr. Maria Fedoryka shares her philosophical inspirations, thoughts about her legendary class Philosophy of Love, and her not-so-secret musical talents. 

In this episode, Ave student Joe Traver joins to talk about the origins of the new campus coffee shop, cultivating community, and being joyful. 

In this episode, Professor Seana Sugrue talks about her path from Canada to American constitutional law, having positive political discussions, and finding your edge. 

In this episode, Chris Fahey joins to talk about being on the first football team at AMU, his legendary proposal story, and what it is like to serve on the Board of Trustees.

In this episode, Phil Rhein joins to talk about maximizing your time at AMU, volunteering at Community Pregnancy Centers, and men's fashion.

In this episode, Dr. Travis Curtright joins to talk about the inspiration behind Shakespeare and Performance at AMU, along with giving Tom an on-air acting lesson.

In this episode, Jakub Szlaur joins to express what brought him to Ave Maria all the way from the Czech Republic, along with his love for golf, marketing, and the Ave Maria community.

In this episode, Dr. Dauphinais joins to tell the story of his conversion, his love for C.S. Lewis, and his efforts to form the future educators of the Church.

Michael O'Donnell joins to talk about finding love at Ave, his heart for service, and the future of the Mother Theresa Program at Ave.

In this episode, Coach Becker joins to share her love of basketball, discipline, and faith, along with following her convictions all the way to Ave Maria.

In this episode, Dr. Whalen joins to share his twisting and turning path to AMU, how to find comfort in uncertainty, and how to practice entrepreneurship in everyday life.