Mission

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Mission

This mission animates all dimensions of campus life, shaping how we teach, learn, research, serve, and build community. There are many ways to engage, from innovative academic offerings to extracurricular initiatives that bridge the classroom with Church and world. Learn more about how faculty and students are living out this shared mission.

For Students

At Providence College, veritas—truth—is the heartbeat of our mission. From the classroom to the chapel, from the residence halls to late-night study sessions, we pursue truth together. To study at here is to join a centuries-old Dominican tradition, one that believes the search for truth will transform your life. It will illumine your vocation for a flourishing life in God’s Providence.

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For Faculty

Providence College invites faculty into a distinctive academic community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican tradition. Here, the pursuit of truth is more than a disciplinary task: it is a shared journey that draws on both faith and reason, animated by a commitment to conversation, intellectual rigor, and the common good. We seek colleagues who are eager to engage this mission, whether from within the Catholic tradition or in thoughtful conversation with it. Learn more about how our mission shapes teaching, scholarship, and community life at Providence College.

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The Mission Book

Providence College: Our Catholic & Dominican Mission is a compelling introduction to the college’s Catholic and Dominican mission. Written for all campus audiences, the text explores foundational principles, key figures, and the history of the Dominican Order.