"Brendan LaFave excelled academically but felt disconnected due to technology, stating, 'It just did a number on me. It caused a subtle depression.' His experience during COVID further exacerbated his feelings of isolation."
"LaFave was drawn to the Rule of St. Benedict, expressing a desire for a life that balances faith, community, and intellectual pursuits, saying, 'I had these ideas floating around about the spiritual life and pursuing the life of the intellect, and then working with my hands.'"
The College of St. Joseph the Worker integrates trades with liberal arts education to empower students and rejuvenate Steubenville, Ohio. Brendan LaFave, a high-achieving student from a large Catholic family, struggled with the impact of technology on his mental health and sought alternatives to traditional college experiences. He considered monastic life and hands-on work, valuing spiritual and intellectual pursuits without incurring college debt. His journey reflects a desire for meaningful engagement in both education and community.
Read at The New Yorker
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