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Catholic higher education faces growing cultural and demographic challenges. How can universities remain faithful to their mission while preparing students for the modern world? In this episode of the Cardinal Newman Society Podcast, host Kevin Murphy speaks with Dr. Sinda Vanderpool, newly appointed president of the University of St. Thomas in Houston, about leading a Newman Guide Recommended university in one of America’s largest cities. Dr. Vanderpool shares her journey to the Catholic faith, the importance of integrating faith and reason in higher education, and how the University of St. Thomas is forming students intellectually and spiritually while expanding opportunities for Catholic education in the heart of Houston.