How "Catholic" is Georgetown?

seboydston
Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:37:55 +0000

DGDzDad: as previously expressed, although Gtown has a Jesuit heritage - - for which they do not apologize for or try to hide - - non-Catholics or non-religous types are wecome to the Gtown community and are not shunned or made to feel like outcasts in any way. We are a deeply Catholic family with strong conservative political beliefs. My daughter is involved with various Catholic organizations on campus as well as non-religious activities. From what we have seen, religion - or lack thereof - is a non-issue. Unlike your comment above about being a big turnoff, the presence of the Catholic/Jesuit faith (including Mass) is very comforting to us and something that we are happy exists at Gtown. However, as I previously stated, whether your family is Catholic or atheist, liberal or conservative, it is a non-issue at Gtown. All are welcome and respected for their opinion which my wife and I and daughter very much appreciate. Although we are comfortable with our religious beliefs and political views, we want our daughter exposed to all beliefs and political views from all over the world. With respect to whether condoms are available at the campus store or birth control Rx filled at the campus health center, the answer is a strong and resounding NO. These absolutely are against the tenets of the Catholic faith. Good luck to you and your daughter as you progress on journey to find the college that is a right fit for your family. We would love to see you all on the Hilltop!