Catholic International University

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Catholic International University
Other name
CIU
Former names
Catholic Distance University, Catholic Home Study Institute
MottoGaudium de veritate
Motto in English
Joy from the Truth
TypePrivate online university
Established1983; 41 years ago (1983)
Religious affiliation
Roman Catholic
ChancellorArchbishop Timothy Broglio
PresidentDr. Maria Sophia Aguirre
Academic staff
39
Students750
Location
Charles Town
,
West Virginia
,
United States
CampusOnline
ColorsRed, blue, black    
Websitecatholiciu.edu

Catholic International University (CIU) is a private online Roman Catholic university based in Charles Town, West Virginia.[1] A number of Catholic dioceses partner with CIU to educate those serving in parish ministry.[2]

History

Catholic Distance University was established in 1983 in the Arlington diocese by Bishop Thomas Jerome Welsh.[3] In 2015, the university relocated its headquarters to Charles Town, West Virginia, as part of its strategic vision. CDU offers an accredited bachelor's degree program in theology, a master's degree in theology, a master's degree in theology and educational ministry, graduate certificates, undergraduate certificates, a catechetical diploma, and a variety of catechetical certificates. In fall 2023, the university began offering an AA degree in Liberal Arts taught completely in Spanish. As of Fall 2023, CDU is the only emerging Hispanic-serving institution of higher education in the state of West Virginia. The university's programs are offered completely online; CDU offered its first online program in 2000.[4] According to Georgetown University's Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate, in the academic year 2007–2008, CDU was the top Lay Ecclesial Ministry Program by number of enrollments.[5]

In January 2024, the university changed its name to Catholic International University to reflect its goal of expanding its reach beyond the United States, particularly to Latin America and Italy.[6]

Presidents

In 2003, Paul Loverde became the university president as Thomas Jerome Welsh, the university's founder, became chairman emeritus. Loverde was succeeded by Marianne Evans Mount in 2008.[7]

Academics

Catholic International University currently offers the Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts, and Master of Arts. It also offers undergraduate and graduate certificates and non-degree programs. All of the degree and certificate programs focus on theology, liberal arts, philosophy, Catholic social teaching, and related subjects.

Accreditation and affiliations

The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission authorized Catholic International University to operate as a degree-granting institution of higher education in West Virginia. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission with its Graduate School of Theology accredited by the Association of Theological Schools.[7]

In March 2015 the university was also approved for membership in the International Federation of Catholic Universities on the recommendation of Catholic University of America and Australian Catholic University.[8]

References

  1. ^ "The Catholic Distance University". Thenewmanguide.com. 2009-10-23. Retrieved 2012-06-12.
  2. ^ Catholic Online (2011-03-27). "Arlington Diocese partners with Catholic Distance University – Prwire – Catholic Online". Catholic.org. Retrieved 2012-06-12.
  3. ^ Flach, Mike. "Diocese's founding bishop remembered for personal touch – The Arlington Catholic Herald". Catholicherald.com. Archived from the original on 2011-03-07. Retrieved 2012-06-12.
  4. ^ "CDU History". Cdu.edu. Archived from the original on 2012-03-25. Retrieved 2012-06-12.
  5. ^ Gautier, Mary L., Ph.D. (April 2008). "Catholic Ministry Formation Enrollments: Statistical Overview for 2007–2008" (PDF). Washington, DC: Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate, Georgetown University. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-03-31. Retrieved 2012-12-15.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  6. ^ Arnold, Tyler. "Catholic Distance University renamed Catholic International University, plans expansion". Catholic News Agency. Retrieved 27 June 2024.
  7. ^ a b "CDU History". Catholic Distance University. Archived from the original on 9 September 2017. Retrieved 9 September 2017.
  8. ^ "2015 Annual Report". Catholic Distance University. Archived from the original on 9 September 2017. Retrieved 9 September 2017.

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