Bellarmine University (BU; BEL-?r-min) is a private Catholic university in Louisville, Kentucky. It opened on October 3, 1950, as Bellarmine College, established by Archbishop John A. Floersh of the Archdiocese of Louisville and named after Saint Robert Bellarmine. In 2000, it became Bellarmine University. The university is organized into seven colleges and schools and confers bachelor's and master's degrees in more than 50 academic majors, along with five doctoral degrees; it is classified among "D/PU: Doctoral/Professional Universities".
Bellarmine University's Annsley Frazier Thornton School of Education in Louisville, KY, is dedicated to preparing caring, effective educators and leaders grounded in a Catholic liberal arts tradition. The school emphasizes developing professionals who can thrive in diverse settings, acting as change agents guided by values like excellence, equity, and social responsibility. Offering a range of undergraduate programs with extensive experiential learning, including options for dual certification, the school also provides graduate degrees such as the MAEd, MAT, and EdD. These advanced programs cater to both aspiring and experienced educators, covering areas like leadership, instructional design, and social justice, with many available online. Fully accredited by CAEP and recognized by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board, the school is committed to rigorous standards and preparing educators as reflective learners ready to make a positive impact.
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