About
Steven R. Cain is a Tutor and Dean at Thomas Aquinas College, New England, where he has served since 1998 and 2022 respectively. He contributes to the College’s Great Books curriculum through its discussion-based method.
- B.A., Connecticut College, 1987
- M.A., Philosophy, Boston College, 1995
- Ph.D., Philosophy, Boston College, 2016
His research focuses on Aristotelian and Thomistic philosophy, with connections to liberal education, ethics, and classical physics. His work explores the intersection of faith, reason, and pedagogy.
Recent publications highlight his engagement with Plato’s *Phaedo*, Biblical ethics, and the role of friendship in education. These reflect his broader interest in metaphysics, moral theology, and dialogic learning.
- Board of Governors Scholarship (1992)
- Peebles and McGuire Fellowship (1993)
- Graduate Fellowship, Institute for Medieval Philosophy and Theology (1995)
As a Tutor, Cain emphasizes collaborative inquiry over lecturing, describing teaching as a ‘common enterprise’ where intellectual humility is essential. He has mentored students in courses covering philosophy, physics, and classical languages, and continues to shape the College’s academic culture as Dean.
