St. Bernard's is delighted to offer the opportunity of auditing one of two pre-selected Fall 2026 courses for $35! We are committed to featuring courses that enhance the truths of our faith, and as such, wish to share our offerings with as many people as possible.
The two pre-selected courses to choose from are:
1. The Life and Thought of Fulton Sheen
2. The Human Person and God's Governance of Creation (ST. I. 65-119)
Courses may be accessed online via Zoom from anywhere in the world. All Catholic theology courses online are listed in Eastern Standard Time (EST/EDT). If a location is listed, this indicates the location from which the course will be taught: students who are within commuting distance to that location are encouraged to attend in person. Further details on distance learning can be found here.
Discounted Fall 2026 Audit
August 24th - December 11th
Discounted auditor application deadline for Fall is September 4th
ROC indicates Rochester Campus
B/C362: The Human Person and God's Governance of Creation (ST. I. 65-119) (Stephen Loughlin, Ph.D.)
This course is the second of five dedicated to a reading of St. Thomas Aquinas’ Summa Theologiae. In this course, we focus our attention upon the two remaining treatises of the prima pars: a consideration of the human person from four perspectives — psychology, epistemology, and both our pre- and post-lapserian conditions; and His governance over all creation and the roles that man, the angels, and demons play in this. This course, together with B/C 361, offers an overview of St. Thomas’ understanding of creation as it issues forth (exitus) and is guided by God to its good and completion.
3 credits | ROC and Online
Wednesdays, 6:00 — 9:00pm EDT, August 26th, September 2nd, September 9th, September 16th, September 23rd, September 30th, October 7th, October 14th, October 21st, October 28th, November 4th, November 11th, November 18th, December 2nd, December 9th
B/C419: The Life and Thought of Fulton Sheen (Edmund Lazzari, Ph.D.)
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was one of the most influential Catholics of the twentieth century. At one point reaching an estimated television audience of 30 million, Sheen's presentation of philosophy and the Catholic faith was profound, clear, and compelling. In one of the first academic offerings ever on the topic of his life and thought, this course will examine the thought and writings of soon-to-be Blessed Fulton Sheen, highlighting his unique blend of engagement with contemporary philosophy, Carmelite spirituality, wit, charm, and the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas. In studying one of the most effective evangelists in the modern era, the course will highlight the depth of his thought, even as he expressed it in extraordinary clarity.
3 credits | Online
Every other Monday, 6:00 — 9:00pm EDT, August 24th, September 21st, October 5th, October 19th, November 2nd, November 16th, November 30th
Frequently Asked Questions:
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Where do I find the Zoom link to my course?
The Zoom link to your course is posted on Populi and Canvas. Access your course in either platform to find the Zoom link. -
How do I login to Populi and Canvas?
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I never received an email to activate my Populi account. Help!
If you didn't receive a link to activate your Populi account or the link expired, email Gretchen Wolfs at [email protected] to request a new link. -
I have a Populi account but I forgot the password. How do I reset it?
If you forgot the username or password for your Populi account, you can use the "Forgot my Username or Password" link when trying to log in. If that does not work, reach out to Gretchen at [email protected] for assistance. -
When and where are recordings posted?
All class sessions are recorded and uploaded to Canvas in your course modules within 48 hours of the class taking place, allowing you to catch up on any class sessions you cannot attend live! -
Is there an Auditor Orientation I can attend?
When you login to Canvas, new auditors will find the Audorient: New Auditor Orientation course on the dashboard. This is an overview that will greatly assist in getting you acclimated to our software and systems, as well as provide you with more information about our institution! If this is your first experience auditing a course with us, we recommend you complete this orientation to learn more about the auditing experience. -
Can I switch from auditing my course to taking it for credit?
Yes! If you discern that you would like to switch from auditing your course to taking if for credit, you have until Friday, October 16th, to complete a non-matriculation application to do so, available online here: https://stbernards.edu/non-matriculating-application. We recommend that you have a conversation with your professor early in the semester and keep up with all assignments if you are considering taking the course for credit.
