School of Philosophy

Understanding in context, in the heart of Rome

The School of Philosophy promotes contextual mediation between the fields of learning, between different cultures, and between reason and faith. With openness to theology, the School favors the understanding of the metaphysical dimension of truth and of the anthropological and historical, cultural context.

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We offer the foundations for understanding the crucial issues, whether current or perennial, to address the questions posed by scientific discovery and cultural change. The philosophical thought of Saint Thomas Aquinas, read in the light of the encyclical Fides et Ratio, roots our common tradition.

Our teaching style develops capability for critical thought, methodological accuracy, and intellectual responsibility:

  • Systematic and organic formation in the fundamental areas of Philosophy;
  • Direct contact with authors and their great philosophical works;
  • Deepening appreciation for the metaphysical and anthropological dimensions of the classical tradition.

In a context:

  • Of study and collaboration between professors and students: with an individualized tutorial approach and a dedicated teacher to guide each student;
  • With a library among the most complete for the study of Philosophy;
  • Universal, characterized by closeness to the See of Peter;
  • Open to the needs of local Churches, with a diverse community of students coming from the whole world.

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In evidenza

Volume 9/2023 of Forum, Supplement to Acta Philosophica, has been published. This volume includes some of the most significant presentations from the Conference on the theme "The Concept of Ius in Thomas Aquinas," held in Rome in April 2023, jointly organized by the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross and the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas.

The Conference aimed to explore the Thomistic concept of ius as the object of the virtue of justice and as the just thing in itself (ipsa res iusta) from the Secunda Secundae of the Summa Theologiae.

Numerous presentations in Italian and English featured contributions from scholars of various countries and specializations.

Volume 10 (2024) is scheduled for publication in September and will also be available in Open Access.

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Tuesday, May 28, 2024 (2:30 PM - 6:30 PM, in the Álvaro del Portillo lecture hall) saw the Kantian Studies Day titled "Anthropology, Schematism, Natural Law, and the Idea of Peace in Kant," on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the philosopher's birth.

The speakers were Professors Gualtiero Lorini (Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Milano), Anselmo Aportone (Università degli Studi di Roma Tor Vergata), Gianluca Sadun Bordoni (Università degli Studi di Teramo), and Daniela Falcioni (Università della Calabria).

The event was moderated by Professor Gennaro Luise (Università della Santa Croce).

 

INFORMATION

Starting from Wednesday, May 22, until July 7, 2024, students from all Faculties can complete the online Course Evaluation Questionnaire for the Second Semester.

As always, this is a valuable opportunity to help improve the quality of teaching and education.

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Following the second Call for Projects launched in September 2023 and concluded on January 31, 2024, to gather research proposals related to the academic development of the University, 4 new projects have been selected.

A total of 14 proposals were submitted, involving 53 professors from Santa Croce and a significant number of researchers from other universities. The proposals were evaluated by a scientific committee. The 10 projects that were not selected can be developed within the research framework of their respective faculties or within already active Research Centers.

The 4 selected projects will receive funding to cover administrative and communication expenses, as well as those related to publications, congresses, expert meetings, conference participation, and travel abroad.

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