Merrimack Campus is one of the campuses operated by Thomas More College. Our records show the address as Merrimack, NH, United States.
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Thomas More College of Liberal Arts, situated on its serene Merrimack Campus, delivers a classical liberal arts education inspired by the Great Books tradition and Catholic intellectual heritage. The curriculum emphasizes the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness through rigorous study of foundational texts, fostering wisdom, virtue, and eloquent expression in students.
- Liberal Arts Core: All students engage in a unified great books program spanning philosophy, literature, theology, history, mathematics, science, and fine arts. Semesters focus on integrated themes, such as ancient wisdom or modern challenges, with Socratic seminars encouraging deep discussion and critical analysis of works by Plato, Aristotle, Shakespeare, and Aquinas.
- Philosophy and Theology: Majors delve into metaphysics, ethics, moral philosophy, and sacramental theology. Courses examine questions of existence, human nature, and divine revelation, drawing from Thomistic and Augustinian traditions. Students develop argumentative skills through thesis writing and debates, preparing for graduate studies or vocations in teaching and ministry.
- Literature and Languages: The English and classical languages programs explore epic poetry, drama, novels, and rhetoric. Reading Homer, Dante, and Austen, students analyze narrative structures, symbolism, and cultural impacts. Latin and Greek instruction enhances textual interpretation and etymological understanding.
- History and Political Science: This track surveys Western civilization from antiquity to the present, covering political theory, revolutions, and church-state relations. Students study primary sources like Locke, Machiavelli, and papal encyclicals, cultivating informed citizenship and historical insight.
- Mathematics and Natural Sciences: Courses in Euclidean geometry, calculus, astronomy, and biology integrate quantitative reasoning with philosophical inquiry. Labs and observations connect empirical data to broader questions of order and design in the universe.
- Fine Arts: Music, drama, and visual arts programs involve performance, composition, and critique. Students participate in choirs, theater productions, and art studios, appreciating beauty as a path to transcendence.
The college's two-year cycle allows for comprehensive coverage without electives, ensuring depth over breadth. Extracurriculars include debate clubs, pilgrimages to Europe, and service projects that embody the motto 'to know, to love, to serve God.' With enrollment around 100 students, the intimate setting promotes mentorship and personal formation. Graduates pursue advanced degrees at institutions like Oxford or enter fields in education, law, and journalism, distinguished by their articulate worldview and moral grounding. This holistic approach, unchanged since 1978, equips alumni to engage contemporary society with timeless principles.
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