IRVING, Texas (Oct. 10, 2024) — With a mission to prepare aspiring Catholic school leaders to joyfully serve God and humanity through their work in Catholic schools, the University of Dallas has been selected as a university partner by the Archdiocese of Chicago. The partnership focuses on equipping Catholic educators in the Chicago area for roles as Catholic school principals through degree and certificate programs.

“As the director of Catholic school leadership programs at the University of Dallas, I am thrilled to announce our partnership with the Archdiocese of Chicago,” said Janette Boazman, PhD, associate professor of education. “This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to excellence in Catholic education. Through this initiative, we aim to equip new Catholic school leaders in the Archdiocese of Chicago with the knowledge, skills and spiritual foundation necessary to inspire others. Together, we are excited to nurture the next generation of leaders who will continue the proud tradition of Catholic education with passion and dedication.”

The Master of Catholic School Leadership is a combined degree program offered by the Department of Education and Classical Learning in collaboration with the Theology Department. Both departments offer programs through the Braniff Graduate School of Liberal Arts. 

Approximately 30 years ago, the University of Dallas began offering graduate degrees and continuing education programs designed for Catholic school leaders. Over time, the program has evolved to meet the needs of students nationwide. Today, the University of Dallas offers both the Master of Catholic School Leadership and the Catholic School Leadership Certificate fully online, making them accessible to aspiring Catholic school leaders across the country.

About the Braniff Graduate School of Liberal Arts

The Braniff Graduate School of Liberal Arts is committed to the renewal of the Western heritage of liberal arts and the Christian intellectual tradition. Through master’s programs in American studies, art, classics, education, English, humanities, leadership, philosophy, politics, psychology and theology, students receive an academically rigorous education for virtuous leadership. At the doctoral level, the Institute of Philosophic Studies offers degrees in literature, philosophy and politics rooted in a Great Books core curriculum. For more information, visit udallas.edu/braniff .

About the University of Dallas

The University of Dallas strives to be the premier Catholic liberal arts university in the country, known for its rigorous undergraduate Core Curriculum and robust graduate and professional programs in business, ministry, education and the humanities. According to national rankings, the University of Dallas has one of America’s most challenging, comprehensive undergraduate interdisciplinary programs, offered at an excellent value to some of the happiest students in the country. With campuses in Texas and Italy, University of Dallas stands apart as a thriving community of learners committed to an education that forms students intellectually, socially and spiritually for a life well-lived. For more information, visit udallas.edu.