Dr. Joseph Wurtz is the Dean of Students and the Executive Director of the Gregorian Fellows Leadership Program at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. A graduate of Benedictine himself, Dr. Wurtz has served the college for decades in numerous roles in the Student Life Office. In this episode, Dr. Wurtz speaks to Dr. Jared Zimmerer about leadership principles from a Catholic perspective, the need of the liberal arts for future leaders, and the opportunities for formation within the Gregorian Fellows Program. Timestamps 00:00 Introducing Dr. Joseph Wurtz 01:20 Dr. Joseph Wurtz's history at Benedictine College 02:02 How does Benedictine College integrate the liberal arts into Student Life? 04:12 Modern secular universities have embraced false anthropologies 06:11 A liberal arts education cultivates true freedom in students 07:31 How does Benedictine College cultivate virtue in students outside the classroom? 10:30 A true Catholic university prizes excellence in all things 13:03 Western culture was preserved and cultivated in the medieval universities 14:30 Benedictines build institutions that last for generations 16:10 True leadership begins with Christian discipleship, not with skills 18:39 Humility and magnanimity are guideposts for the Christian leader 20:41 Benedictine College challenges students towards growth in virtue 24:20 "We Are Benedictine College" interstitial 26:05 Advantages of choosing a small college instead of a large state school 29:27 Benedictine College students graduate within networks that facilitate success 31:38 The legendary Christian leadership of St. Gregory the Great 32:56 Features of the Gregorian Fellows Leadership Program 35:09 Emotional intelligence is the key to greatness in leadership 37:50 Real humility and vulnerability help leaders to establish trust 39:55 College is a training ground in virtue for students who lead 42:06 Visiting campus in person is important to the process of choosing a college 43:05 Conclusion For more content from Benedictine College, visit media.benedictine.edu Stay in the Loop: Join our weekly newsletter https://media.benedictine.edu/subscribe Learn More: To learn more about Benedictine College and schedule a campus visit, reach out to us at https://www.benedictine.edu/admission/visit About Us: The Benedictine Dialogues is a production of The Center for Catholic Media at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. Benedictine College is transforming culture in America by educating men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.