Southgate Study Center
College Students
College programs are geared to help university women seek excellence in their studies and to prepare them to encounter today’s society. Southgate hosts programs and events which feature friendship, networking, and women leaders presenting on topics of personal and professional growth.Southgate helps students excel in their studies, think critically, strive for more, and make a difference in the world.
Programs
Optimal Work
This program empowers students to achieve greater fulfillment and joy in their studies, work and personal lives. Based on behavioral psychology and neuroscience research, Optimal Work offers practical strategies for overcoming anxiety and distraction, and attaining higher performance and personal growth.
Service in the City
A once-a-month opportunity to gather together and serve those in the Houston area who are most in need.
Mentoring
Personal guidance that helps one grow in self-knowledge, formulate goals, and gain insightful advice toward developing a rewarding life.
Study Weekends
Weekends especially dedicated to intense study especially during midterm and final exam periods.
Excursions & Getaways
Trips organized for rest and recreation.
Spiritual Activities
Meditations
A reflection guided by a priest, this is an opportunity to contemplate on one’s life through a Christian lens.
Recollections (2nd Saturday)
A monthly “mini-retreat,” a few hours of quiet prayer when one look at her life in God's presence. These hours of prayer will be guided by a talk, meditations, an examination of conscience, and will end with Benediction. There will also be opportunities for spiritual direction and confession.
Doctrine Classes
An opportunity to learn about the teachings of the Catholic Church. Check out the current schedule here.
Retreat Weekends
An opportunity to get away and spend a couple of days to silently reflect on one’s daily life, academic endeavors, and social relationships in light of the truths of the Catholic faith. Retreats are held at Featherock Conference Center. For more information and to register, click here.