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The Thomistic Institute at The Ohio State University

Campus: Columbus
Status: Active - New/Re-Established II
Purpose Statement: The Thomistic Institute at the Ohio State University aims to foster intellectual and theological discussion on the teachings of the Catholic Church and how they relate to modern society, with an emphasis on the writings of the great theologian and philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas. Individuals from all ideological backgrounds are encouraged to participate. The Ohio State chapter will bring highly qualified speakers to campus throughout the year to present and encourage discussion on topics from the existence of God to the nature of justice, to the distinctions between Christianity and other religions.
Primary Leader: Chyrissa DeSantis
Secondary Leader: Alex Ruth
Treasurer Leader: Colin North
Advisor: Stephen Petrill
Organization Email: buckeyethomists@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buckeyethomists/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/BuckeyeThomists
Website: https://thomisticinstitute.org
Primary Type: Religious/Spiritual
Secondary Types: Special Interest
Academic/College
Primary Make Up: Undergraduate
Constitution: 2023_08_29_03_21_33_6254.docx 
Meeting Time and Place: Columbus, OH 43210
Office Location: 1739 N. High Street
Columbus, OH 43210
Membership Type: Open Membership
Membership Contact: Chyrissa DeSantis - desantis.98@osu.edu
Time of Year for New Membership: Not Listed
How does a Prospective Member Apply: Send an email to buckeyethomists@gmail.com or message our social media to join the email list and get info about upcoming lectures and reading groups!
Charge Dues: No