Orientation to Mission
Overview
What does it mean that Saint Joseph’s College calls itself a Catholic College “sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy”? During the course of the academic year this series of six sessions will explore Saint Joseph’s values and history, its relationship to the Catholic intellectual tradition, its foundation by the Sisters of Mercy, and how each of us contributes to its mission. One need not be Catholic to take part in these sessions; they are designed to inform you about Saint Joseph’s mission, including its Catholic and Mercy identity, and to invite you to find your own place within it, regardless of your religious affiliation. These sessions are not designed to convert you to Catholicism. Rather, it is our hope that Saint Joseph’s history of inviting all persons of good will to have a place at the table will inspire you to make the most of your role here, especially in support of our students in their intellectual, personal, and spiritual growth.
Dr. Christopher Fuller joined Saint Joseph’s College in August 2019 as Vice President & Chief Sponsorship and Mission Integration Officer. Most recently, Dr. Fuller served for six years at Carroll College in Helena, Montana, as Dean of Mission Integration and Effectiveness.
Dr. Fuller brings over twenty-five years of experience in Catholic higher education to his role at Saint Joseph’s College. Before his appointment as Dean of Mission Integration and Effectiveness at Carroll College, he was an associate professor of theology and Director of the Hunthausen Center for Peace and Justice there. He also served as a campus minister for ten years at Saint Mary’s College of California. During his career, Dr. Fuller has published scholarship and presented papers in biblical studies, film studies, and mission integration.
In his role at Saint Joseph’s, Dr. Fuller is responsible for promoting and integrating the mission and vision of the College, its Catholic identity, and Mercy heritage. He also assists in promoting positive relationships and collaborations between the college and religious, civic, and church communities.