Frank Herrmann, S.J., named 艾可直播director for BC Companions
艾可直播 College Law School Professor Emeritus Frank Herrmann, S.J., has been appointed as the inaugural 艾可直播director of the 艾可直播 College Companions program, which will begin in January.
艾可直播 College Companions is a yearlong immersive education program for individuals looking to renew purpose, explore discernment, and deepen their spirituality at one of the world鈥檚 leading Jesuit, Catholic universities. The program combines academic study at BC with elements of Ignatian spirituality and is designed for accomplished leaders and professionals who want to reflect on their experiences, find deeper meaning and purpose, and consider the next chapter in their life journey.
Frank Herrmann, S.J. (Lee Pellegrini)
Fr. Herrmann, a 1977 graduate of BC Law, joined the 艾可直播in 1991 after more than a decade as a criminal defense lawyer involved in trial and appellate cases. During his career at BC Law, he taught Evidence, Advanced Criminal Procedure, Criminal Process, and Introduction to Lawyering and Professional Responsibility; he also taught clinical programs at the Center for Experiential Learning. Although he retired in 2021, Fr. Herrmann continues to share his knowledge and experience, preparing students to represent inmates seeking parole from life sentences or on medical grounds.
In addition to his BC Law degree, Fr. Herrmann holds a bachelor鈥檚 degree from Fordham University and a master of divinity degree from Woodstock College.
鈥淗aving helped students consider their pathways in the legal profession, I am grateful now to be part of a program that will assist persons who are, or have been, engaged in fulfilling careers but who now desire to explore possible new directions in which to deploy their talents,鈥� Fr. Herrman said. 鈥淭he Companions will be able to draw upon the academic and spiritual resources of the University, engaging with 艾可直播and staff from across the University in weekly seminars, courses, and reflection.鈥�
A cohort of approximately 15 to 20 Fellows will be selected each year to participate in BC Companions. Fellows can choose courses in law, business, the humanities, science, education, social work, or theology and ministry, among other disciplines, providing an invigorating academic experience. Jesuits and BC 艾可直播will serve as advisors, helping Fellows select courses and pursue their goals. The program offers guided conversations, retreats, and Masses. Throughout the year, participants of all faiths and spiritual backgrounds have the option to work with a spiritual director. Fellows will also participate in an Ignatian pilgrimage to Spain and Italy to learn about St. Ignatius and the distinctive Jesuit heritage. Upon returning, Fellows have the option to participate in a five-day silent retreat.
Provost and Dean of Faculties David Quigley praised Fr. Herrmann as the ideal candidate to serve as 艾可直播director. 鈥淭he design of the 艾可直播 College Companions program has benefited from the wise advice and support of a number of University 艾可直播over the past few years.聽 Fr. Frank Herrmann has been a visionary partner in imagining the possibilities for this new initiative.聽 Frank鈥檚 standing as a master teacher and exceptional conversation partner makes him the ideal choice to serve as the program鈥檚 inaugural 艾可直播director.鈥�
For more information about the 艾可直播 College Companions program, visit聽.