Meet the Philosophy Department

Mr. Brian Dorrian - Chairperson

I am originally from New York, with six years of experience dedicated to fostering a love for critical thinking and promoting the Catholic intellectual tradition. To me, teaching in a Catholic school is more than just a career—it’s a vocation, a calling to guide young minds in both faith and reason. I’m passionate about creating a classroom environment where students are encouraged to ask deep questions, think critically, and explore the profound truths of our faith. My goal is to inspire a lifelong love of learning, grounded in the wisdom of the Church and the timeless teachings of the Catholic tradition.

Email: bndorrian@charlottecatholic.org

 

Mr. Daniel Lee

Mr. Lee has a B.A. In Philosophy with a Minor in Psychology from Belmont Abbey College and is currently working toward his M.A. in Classical and Liberal Education from the same institution. For the past 7 years Mr. Lee has done youth ministry in various school and parish settings, a portion of which was during his time as a seminarian with the Salesians of St. John Bosco, a religious congregation dedicated to the education of young people. After discerning out of religious life he served as a missionary with FOCUS (The Fellowship of Catholic University Students) at the University of Dallas in Irving, TX. Since returning to his native Charlotte, he is now a teacher at Charlotte Catholic High School teaching Freshman philosophy and a Sacred Scripture seminar in the St. Augustine Scholars Program. On his free time Mr. Lee enjoys hanging out with family and friends, backpack camping, and rock climbing.

Email: drlee@charlottecatholic.org