M.A.G.I.S.
Teaching at Xavier University
Primer: Xavier University, one of 27 Jesuit Catholic universities in the United States, is part of an educational tradition dating back to 1534 and known for academic excellence and innovation. Magis (pronounced "màh-gis") is Latin for "more" (as in quality) or "better". It is a terrific acronym for the distinctive characteristics of Jesuit education animated at Xavier
Magis
M - MagisHigh quality pedagogy and learning processes.
A - AttentionA recognition of the uniqueness of each student or, as the Jesuits might say, cura personalis which is Latin for "care of the whole person."
G - GiftsFaculty are encouraged to promote reflection, discernment, and solidarity with the poor as gifts of the educational heritage.
I - IntegrityThe early Jesuits were first to integrate the liberal arts with professional skills; contemporary Jesuit education also boosts character and ethical development.
S - ServiceHigh impact learning is achieved through service and community engagement; said, "When the heart is touched by direct experience, the mind may be challenged to change."
Want to know more?
- Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm
- Catholic Intellectual Tradition
- Ignatian Pedagogy
- 16 Characteristics of Jesuit Education
- Catholic Social Teaching
- Teaching to the Mission: Examples by Academic Discipline
- Thoughts on the University Mission Statement
- Taking Time to Reflect on Core Commitments in Jesuit Education
- Jesuit Terms A to Z
