Aristotle C. Dy

Aristotle C. Dy, SJ is a Filipino Jesuit priest and President of Ateneo de Naga University in the Philippines. He earned his Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology from the Loyola School of Theology. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Management (Honors Program) and master’s degrees in Philosophy and Theological Studies from Ateneo de Manila University, a master’s degree in Buddhist Studies from the University of Hong Kong, and a doctorate in Contemporary Chinese Buddhism from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.

Fr. Dy served as president of Xavier School from 2013 to 2024 before assuming the presidency of Ateneo de Naga University in 2024. He has also held leadership roles in Jesuit education and the Chinese-Filipino Apostolate. His scholarship focuses on Chinese-Filipino identity, Buddhism, Catholicism, and intercultural dialogue. His books include Chinese Buddhism in Catholic Philippines: Syncretism as Identity, Weaving a Dream: Reflections for Chinese Filipino Catholics Today, and Building a Bridge: Catholic Christianity Meets Chinese-Filipino Culture. His academic work contributes to a deeper understanding of the encounter between Catholic Christianity and Chinese religious and cultural traditions.