Marillac College facts for kids
Marillac College was a special kind of Catholic college in St. Louis, Missouri. It was mainly for women who wanted to become nuns or work in religious service. However, it also welcomed other students who were not planning to join a religious order. Marillac College opened its doors in 1955 and closed in 1974.
What Was Marillac College?
Marillac College was run by a group called the Daughters of Charity. The college was named after their co-founder, Saint Louise de Marillac. She was an important figure in the Catholic Church.
The college first opened in 1955. By 1960, it became officially accredited. This means it met high standards for education, so its degrees were recognized. Unlike some other colleges for religious women, Marillac College offered a full four-year program. Students could earn a Bachelor's degree here.
What Did Students Study?
Students at Marillac College learned about many different subjects. Of course, they studied theology (the study of religion) and philosophy (the study of knowledge and wisdom). But they also had many regular subjects, just like other colleges.
Some of the other subjects taught included:
- Nursing
- Mathematics
- Optometry (the study of eyes and vision care)
- English
- American studies (the study of American culture and history)
The College Buildings
The main buildings at Marillac College were designed by an architect named Edo Belli. He was from Chicago. His company worked with the Daughters of Charity on many projects in different states.
After Marillac College closed in 1974, its campus was bought by the University of Missouri–St. Louis. This happened by 1976.
