Agora University

Agora University was co-founded in 2012 by Dr. Emmanuel Gergis and Rev. Fr. Michael Sorial as a venue for engaging the Oriental Orthodox Christian tradition and the Humanities. Its name recalls the Agora of Alexandria, near the ancient Library, a historic place of learning, dialogue, philosophy, and public thought.

Agora University focuses on online education in business, theology, humanities, and interdisciplinary studies. Its programs combine rigorous academic inquiry, practical problem-solving, leadership development, and open dialogue. The university serves students seeking intellectually grounded education shaped by Orthodox Christian heritage, professional relevance, and service to communities.

Agora University’s research focus centers on theology, Orthodox Christian thought, humanities, business, leadership, education, and interdisciplinary inquiry. Through faculty scholarship, academic programs, and student research, Agora encourages rigorous investigation, critical reflection, and applied problem-solving. Research activity is especially connected to theology, historical and cultural studies, ethics, leadership, and community impact.

Graduates of Agora University may pursue advancement in leadership, business, education, ministry, nonprofit work, research, community service, public administration, and related professional fields. Career paths depend on the program completed, but Agora’s programs are designed to strengthen analytical thinking, communication, ethical judgment, leadership, and practical problem-solving for service in professional and community contexts.