Dr. Gondreau received both his Doctorate and Licentiate in Sacred Theology from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. He teaches classes and publishes works on topics including moral theology, marriage, Christology and sacraments, with a specialization in the thought of St. Thomas Aquinas. He also works as an associate editor of Nova et Vetera, English edition - a theological and philosophical journal.
At the CEA/Providence College Center for Theology & Religious Studies next Spring, Dr. Gondreau will teach "The New Testament in the Eternal City" - a core course required on this program.
Below, we've listed several of Dr. Gondreau's most recent and intriguing publications:
The Passions of Christ's Soul in the Theology of St. Thomas Aquinas (Aschendorff, 2002; reprinted University of Scranton Press, 2009).
"The Redemption and Divinization of Human Sexuality through the Sacrament of Marriage: A Thomistic Approach" in Nova et Vetera (2012).
"The 'Inseparable Connection' between Procreation and Unitive Love (Humanae Viate, §12) and Thomistic Hylemorphic Anthropology" in Nova et Vetera (2008).
"The Passions and the Moral Life: Appreciating the Originality of Aquinas" in The Thomist (2007).
"The Theological Mysteries of Christ's Life in Aquinas' Summa," in Cambridge Companion to the Summa Theologiae (Cambridge University Press; forthcoming).
"St. Thomas Aquinas, the Communication of Idioms, and the Suffering of Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane," in Divine Impassibility and the Mystery of Human Suffering (Eerdmans, 2009).
"Set Free by First Truth: Ex corde Ecclesiae and the Realist Vision of Academic Freedom for the Catholic Theologian," in Wisdom and Holiness, Science and Scholarship. Essays in Honor of Matthew L. Lamb (Sapientia Press, 2007).
"The Humanity of Christ, the Incarnate Word," in The Theology of Thomas Aquinas (University of Notre Dame Press, 2005).
Founded in 1946, Le Festival International du Film de Cannes (or Cannes International Film Festival) celebrates its 65th anniversary this year as one of the most publicized and prestigious film festivals today. Ten CEA students studying abroad in our Spring 2012 French Riviera programs have received the opportunity to intern at this esteemed film festival, and have been actively participating in festival events since last Wednesday, May 16th.
With already seven days of the festival behind them, and five more eventful days to go, our French Riviera staff and students have been documenting via video their internship experiences thus far. From promoting several of the films movies, to networking events with major movie industry director and producers (like Michael King, Ken Loach, Danny Glover, etc.) our fellow CEA-er's are hard at work!
Take a look at some of their experiences thus far:
With already seven days of the festival behind them, and five more eventful days to go, our French Riviera staff and students have been documenting via video their internship experiences thus far. From promoting several of the films movies, to networking events with major movie industry director and producers (like Michael King, Ken Loach, Danny Glover, etc.) our fellow CEA-er's are hard at work!
Take a look at some of their experiences thus far:
Be sure to follow the French Riviera Facebook page for their most recent Cannes Film Festival updates!
My last post! This is where I've been living for the past five months.
Katie Buckleitner--London Mojo
As my time here in London is coming to an end, I would like
to share a few tips for pre and post departure.
Pack, unpack half of that, then take out another quarter.
Chances are you’ll forget about that red sweater that can only be worn on
cold-but-not-too-cold days. You probably won’t wear your three-inch, suede
pumps. And hopefully, you’ll be out of your room enough to never need five pairs
of pajama pants. All of these examples are from my own personal packing
experience and as I sit in my room now, I wonder how I will manage to fit
everything back into those two suitcases. Also, if you’re anything like me, you
like to blend into the local culture and dress like you’ve lived there your
whole life. By partially eliminating old clothes, there is new room for new,
foreign, exciting ones.
Bring photos from home. Maybe even just one. At the moment
you’re probably wondering how it’s possible to miss family and friends when
having the best time of your life. Well, it happens and though it’s bearable,
it’s comforting to gaze up at that picture of your fam once in a while.
A disposable camera. I have to thank the hipsters for this
one. I personally have used four disposable cameras (along side of my digital
one) for this whole trip. I only took very special pictures with them, ones
that I acknowledged as super-Londony or memorable. Wait until you arrive home
again to get them developed and sob over how great a time you had.
Journal, blog, and/or photograph. Yeah, everyone tells you
this, but have you ever looked back at your old dairies and been shocked at how
silly you were? Imagine that but as an adult in a new place. You will want to
remember everything, but sadly, you probably won’t. Document everything.
Speaking of documentation, hoard tickets, receipts,
anything. Not necessarily everything, but holding something that you held in
front of a major landmark, museum, or concert is emotional. Oh the memories.
Travel your butt off. Nothing makes you feel cooler than
booking a ticket to Prague or a hostel in Paris. Nothing feels better than
hoping from country to country because it was cheap and insanely convenient. Take
advantage of the inexpensive flights and closeness to other lands.
Email your mother. Or father, or sister, or friend. Go
ahead, brag about your adventures. But more importantly, let them know you’re
alive. Parents get worried and a sentence or two every week will keep them
satisfied. Also, nothing makes you appreciate them more than being a ten hour
plane ride away.
Katie Buckleitner--London Mojo
On the eve of the third edition of CEA Paris' student conference Reflections Abroad: Perspectives on Culture, Identity & Self we invite you to listen to three CEA Paris students who will be presenting tomorrow. Emma Woo from the University of California Berkeley, Erin Manley from the University of Kansas and Bethany Gugliemino from the University of Florida . Follow tomorrow's conference via Twitter (#ceaparis #CEAConference2012), and be sure to watch for updates on the CEA and CEA Paris Facebook pages!
Emma Woo, University of California Berkeley
Erin Manley, University of Kansas
Bethany Gugliemino, University of Florida
Christopher Edwards - Assistant Academic Dean in Paris
Springtime has arrived in Prague, and it's beautiful: Everything has burst into bloom, there are even more dogs out with their owners than usual, and the parks are always full of people out enjoying the sunshine. The only downside is, this gorgeous weather makes it more difficult to face the fact that I'm leaving Prague at the end of the month.
I've had an incredible time here in Prague — I've learned so much about not only Czech culture and history, but also (as cheesy as it sounds) about myself. By moving to a different country and forcing myself out of my comfort zone, I've been able to think more critically about my own passions and cultural values. In the end, studying abroad has made me a more independent, confident person.
As my last ode to this city, here are some pictures of springtime in Prague.
I've had an incredible time here in Prague — I've learned so much about not only Czech culture and history, but also (as cheesy as it sounds) about myself. By moving to a different country and forcing myself out of my comfort zone, I've been able to think more critically about my own passions and cultural values. In the end, studying abroad has made me a more independent, confident person.
As my last ode to this city, here are some pictures of springtime in Prague.
Divoká Šárka, a park on the outskirts of Prague.
My Czech friends and I have fun with some public art.
The observation tower on Petřín Hill.
The astronomical clock in Old Town.
The view from the top of the astronomical clock tower.
Žižkov's TV Tower.
Public art near the National Theater.
A beautiful sunset over Wenceslas Square.
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A few weeks ago, my friend from back home, Lauren, sent me an email discussing homesickness, and what it meant to her. She had explained to me that she had learned, in one of her classes, that that being homesick has two meanings: 1) to long for home, and 2) that one is actually sick of being home. She said that for people who have traveled and fallen in love with different places, this double meaning would hold true throughout their lives, and now that I’ve lived somewhere new, I may forever be destined to be homesick in both ways.
I still have another two and a half weeks left before I have to head back home, and just thinking about leaving breaks my heart just a little bit. I’ve been in Granada for the better part of four months, and this city has become my home. Not only that, but the people that I have met here have become family to me. I know that sounds cheesy, but oh, it’s so true, and I will miss them as much as I will miss this marvelous city.
Back to the topic at hand, though. Yes, I am thrilled to go back to the states to see my friends and family, because I have suffered quite a few bouts of homesickness in regards to them, but I also need to remind myself of the homesickness for Granada that I will experience upon my return, as well as the culture shock (yes, that’ll happen to me once I’m back home!). I will have to constantly remember that I’m no longer in Spain, and the siesta time isn’t implemented, or that the lifestyle and the pace of the people around me is not what I’ve grown accustomed to here. It will probably take me a while to readjust to the life I've known, as opposed to the life I've lived for the past few months. Either way, I will still hope to squeeze in a little bit of siesta time every once in a while.
In short, I will miss everything about this country that has become home to me, and will forever remember it as a place where I was able to grow and flourish in a way that one can only do while abroad. I also have high hopes of Granada being a place where I will most definitely return to later on in life, because I have truly fallen in love with it.
Until then, Granada, you have my heart.
Yelitza Rodriguez- CEA MOJO Granada, España
Tempe, Ariz. (May 7, 2012) – Francisco Almanza, a 20-year-old
sophomore majoring in International Business at the University of Texas at San
Antonio, is the recipient of a $5,000 scholarship from CEA Global Education.
This is the second $5,000 scholarship CEA has awarded this year through
Abroad101.com.
The scholarship was part of a four-week viral campaign
with Abroad101.com inviting students to enlist their friends and family in a
Facebook competition. Students were asked to describe why they felt they
deserved this scholarship and how they would incorporate their study abroad
experience back at their home institution or community. The best answer that
also elicited the greatest number of Facebook “Likes” won. Almanza secured more
than 6,000 “Likes” for his entry. This is the highest number of “Likes” that
any scholarship applicant has acquired thus far.
"My parents really encouraged me since I was in
junior high school to study abroad” he said. “They agree with me that this kind
of challenge helps forge character and helps you grow as an independent person.”
Almanza will take college courses for credit in
liberal arts and sciences at CEA's Global Campus in Rome, Italy, this Fall.
Born in Tamaulipas, Mexico, he expects his immersion experience to reflect much
of what he felt moving to the U.S. with his family just a few years ago. “I
feel that I can rise to the challenge, learn, and adapt quickly to the Italian
culture and customs,” he said.
New for this scholarship, Abroad101 revealed to
Almanza through a video interview that he was chosen as the $5,000 scholarship
recipient. They also shared this moment of surprise through social media. You can watch Almanza’s response here.
Here's a video tour of my CEA housing in Paris for the semester. We have a great apartment in the 12th, near the Bastille and within walking distance of a lot of great sites (check out my walking tour).
As this will be my last blog post, I'd like to thank everyone at CEA for making this semester an incredible experience for me. From attending book readings at Shakespeare and Co. to enjoying every bite of every baguette from every boulangerie I visited, this semester has been an unforgettable one, and I will always look back on my stay in Paris as one of the best times of my life. For all those potential Paris visitors out there, my only advice is to stop whatever you are doing and to fly here immediately. Hopefully my blog has done a good job of demonstrating just a few of the things that Paris has to offer, and I can only hope that you will enjoy this amazing city as much as I have.
Adam Joseph is the CEA MOJO in Paris for the spring semester. He is currently a third year at the University of Virginia studying Global Development and French.
It is hard to pick just a few
favorite restaurants in Paris, as the entire city is a labyrinth of boulangeries
that spew buttery pastries by the dozen and perfectly cooked filet mignons by
the herd, where one is becomes intoxicated by the sights, sounds, and smells of
a truly incredible gastronomic metropolis. Having said that, here are a few of my favorite places and
dished that I’ve frequented that you probably won’t read about in guidebooks.
We visit the Algerian place next
door to our apartment called 3FC, so much that my roommates and I are now on a
friendly first name basis with the whole staff. The hearty Algerian food is great, but the lentils or couscous
with freshly grilled steak, chicken, lamb, or sausage kebabs (and a side plate
of dangerously salty French fries) is life altering.
Another
one of our local favorites in the 12th is Chez Lee, an authentic
place with lots of décor. I
recommend starting your meal with Lee's famous spring rolls, which come
complimented by the chef's special duck sauce. If the spring rolls aren't fried
enough for you, I suggest Lee's potato and chicken dumplings. Not only are
these dumplings delicious, they are presented in a vintage bamboo birdcage. Mr. Lee operates his establishment with
grace and class, making it the place to be for Chinese food enthusiasts on a
budget.
Chez
l’Ami Jean is a modern style Basque restaurant with a great tasting menu and
huge selection of wines near the Eiffel Tower. While the roast pork was fantastic in its own right, the
rice pudding really put this meal over the top, and the fact that it is served
out of what seems to be a large salad bowl is bad news for all potential
dieters.
While
I’ve only been to Brasserie Balzar once, my experience was so great that it was
worth noting. The classy interior creates
a unique old world ambiance that was highlighted by our server’s captivating
mustache, but the food quickly stole my attention. The smoked herring was incredible, and the veal was the best
I’ve had on either side of the Atlantic.
These
restaurants, although a large part of my life, are a just one drop in the
Parisian sea of culinary competency I am lucky enough to inhabit. In my mind, the heart of Parisian
dining lies in the quiet coffee shops and hidden brasseries that present
themselves to only the most deserving of diners.
Special thanks to culinary correspondent Matt Benavente for
his outstanding work in the field.
Adam Joseph is the CEA MOJO in Paris for the Spring. He is currently a third year at the University of Virginia studying Global Development and French.
London is the home of many famous street artists like Swoon (above) and Banksy (below), but the majority of the graffiti is done by anonymous citizens with unique points of view.
This piece "Scary" (below) is a land mark on Curtain Road, famous among the locals.
The neighborhood Shoreditch (where I live) is known to have the most works of street art and often hosts gallery shows of work by well-known street artists like Shepard Fairy and Banksy (below).
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It is sometimes even encouraged for commercial purposes (above) and decoration (below), especially on Brick Lane.
I can best describe the fashion of London as cliquey. By
that I mean there are three specific styles that stand out, each of which is
reminiscent of a high school clique. Let me elaborate:
The Nerd:
There’s a simple formula to complete the nerdy look, and
just to be clear, I say “nerd” in the most adoring way. The basic root of the equation is a
classic button-up (preferably denim-ish fabric), fastened all the way to the
top button. This part is essential. In order to be a trendy nerd, one must be
ironically formal in dress.
Like in every look, layering is key. Atop the fully fastened
shirt should be an oversized cardigan, one the falls just below your behind. On
the lower half of the nerd look are leggings or tight trousers. The purpose of
the long cardigan is to cover the tooshy, so as not remain conservative.
As for accessories, these are simple and obvious.
Thick-rimmed glasses pair well and add an intellectual edge, while Oxford shoes
take the outfit to an ivy-league level.
The Hipster:
This look is all about denim. Denim Shirts, denim jackets,
jeans. If the whole look isn’t
compiled of the material, then the other pieces should be as follows:
A distressed tee, either of something ironic--like cats--or
a punk/indie band. This is to be worn under the jacket.
Funky tights, usually worn under jean cut-offs, if you’re
not wearing jeans. Fishnets, patterns, colors, what ever you feel like. Hey,
you’re hip, you don’t have to match.
Leather/pleather. If you don’t feel like wearing denim,
leather is the next best option. Not a denim jacket day? Wear that
vintage-leather bomber instead.
As for shoes—the more worn-in, the better. Converses? Scuff
those babies. Boots? Make sure they’re not too shiny and don’t look new.
The Prep:
One simple piece sets this apart: The Blazer. Chic,
professional, sophisticated. Wear
over a floral dress or a blouse. It takes the outfit to the next-preppy-level.
Jeans and leggings are options here, but only if they are
dark and fit perfectly. Slacks and a skirt are great alternatives too.
With The Prep the accessories make the style. A designer
purse is a must, preferably a Longchamp.
This well-known French tote says, “I’m busy, but know how to look good.”
As far as hair, if you want to look put together but don’t have time for a
perfect blow out and straighten, try the high ballerina bun. Bangs or no bangs,
this tops off the style. It’s easy, clean, and let’s the world know how posh
you are. To complement the bun, try ballerina flats. Cold? High, leather boots
show style and class.
Katie Buckleitner -- London Mojo
Language proficiency, new cultural perspectives, career
preparation – few of the many skills students acquire while abroad. But hold
the phone…career skills? Gained from studying abroad? You better believe it!
The experiences students encounter, the excursions they’ll embark on, the
courses they’ll take, all contribute to their future careers.
As we all know, the job market is bleak and students are
looking for ways to make themselves stand out amongst others. While study abroad acts as one way to do this,
hiring managers want to see more from study abroad students than just the fact
they studied abroad. They want to see the tangible benefits and skills their
future employees possess – many of which students develop while abroad.
That’s why, CEA’s
created a new and exciting Global
Career Development Certificate program for this upcoming Fall 2012 semester.
This certificate will help students articulate the skills today’s hiring
managers are seeking in job candidates, and also assist them in mapping out
their future career paths – all while studying abroad.
Available in our Barcelona, Florence
and Paris
programs (and in the future, many other destinations), the Global
Career Development Certificate program gives students
the tools they’ll need to form a game plan in determining a solid career focus.
Students will:
- Gain first-hand insight into a desired career path from a professional in the field
- Spend valuable time with a dedicated career mentor
- Develop a resume and cover letter to effectively showcase their study abroad experience
- Learn how to meaningfully articulate their study abroad experience
- And lots more!
The first is a one credit Career Development Seminar in which students will meet once a week to
explore their field of interest and learn practical skills necessary to succeed
in a career on a global level.
The Career Externship acts as the second component of
this program, and gives students the opportunity to pair with a Career Mentor who
lives and works in their host communities. Students experience the different
career options that exist within their desired fields through their Career
Mentors, and will come to view their future careers in a global context.
- Apply to study abroad in Barcelona, Florence or Paris
- Select Career Development Seminar and CEA Externship from the course list for their host city
- Fill out a personal statement form sent via email by their site specialist describing their major and career goals
Eligibility
- Open to any major
- CEA will make every effort to match students with mentors in their chosen fields
- Placements based on availability – mentors may have backgrounds in business, communications, tourism, journalism, etc.
- A program fee of $250 applies to participants
For more information, be sure to refer to CEA’s website,
or contact a member of our Advising
Team
today.
