Irish Studies at Aquinas College

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Irish Studies at Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Aquinas is the only college in Michigan and one of only a few in the Midwest to offer an Irish Studies minor. Through this program, students will learn about Irish culture as evolving expressions of Irish identities, Irish history including literary history and social and political issues in Ireland today. Students gain international perspectives, preparing them for life in the global community.

Aquinas also has a longstanding relationship with the Irish village of Tully Cross. Since the program was established in 1972, hundreds of students have taken advantage of the unique study away program in Tully Cross, and many feel it has been the highlight of their college experience. 

 

 

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It's Your Time to Explore Ireland

 

Name Title Department Phone
Michelle De Rose Professor Irish Studies (616) 632-2826
Chad Gunnoe Program Director Irish Studies (616) 632-2834
 

This interdisciplinary minor is designed to offer comprehensive understanding of Irish culture in both historical and contemporary contexts.

Students who complete the Irish Studies minor will demonstrate or attain

  1. a basic understanding of Irish culture as evolving expressions of Irish identities
  2. a grasp of Irish history, including literary history
  3. a basic understanding of social and political issues operant in Ireland today and in an international context
  4. cross-disciplinary training
  5. research, study abroad, and/or internship experience
  6. an academic preparation adequate to pursue Irish Studies at the graduate level

Career Preparation based on leadership

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Irish Culture at AQ

From research to community events, Aquinas College is steeped in Irish culture.

Stunning Irish landscape of hills, grass, and stone

Study Away: Ireland

Since the 1970s students at AQ have been travelling to Tully Cross, Ireland.

 

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