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Grocholewski, H. E. Zenon – International Studies in Catholic Education, 2015
The Congregation for Catholic Education is a part of the government of the Holy See. The genesis of this Dicastery can be traced to special commissions created by the Roman Pontiffs for maintaining vigilance over the universities in Rome and other educational institutions in the Papal States. A general overview of the history of the Congregation…
Descriptors: Catholic Schools, Churches, Church Related Colleges, Theological Education
Aslan, Ednan, Ed.; Windisch, Zsofia, Ed. – Peter Lang Frankfurt, 2012
Following 9/11 and the growth of religiously legitimated violence in Islamic countries, the focus of public discussion moved to imams and teachers of religion as actors supporting Muslim isolation and the lack of willingness to integrate--imams became central figures in the debate on Islam. With great enthusiasm, politicians discovered them to be…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Muslims, Islam, Communication Skills
Hogan, Mary Patience – ProQuest LLC, 2010
Father Theodore M. Hesburgh served as president of the University of Notre Dame from 1952-1987 and is recognized as one of the most successful university presidents in history. He was very involved in both matters pertaining to the university and those affecting the larger world. One of his most important achievements during his tenure was turning…
Descriptors: Governance, Governing Boards, Trustees, College Presidents
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McNeil, Betty Ann – Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 2006
Born an Episcopalian in New York, Elizabeth Ann Bayley (1774-1821), married (1794) William Magee Seton (1768-1803). Blessed with three daughters (Anna Maria, Rebecca, and Catherine Charlton, called "Kit") and two sons (William and Richard), the couple briefly enjoyed the comforts of social status and prosperity. They opened their arms to…
Descriptors: Educational History, Clergy, American Indians, Change Agents
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Shaughnessy, Mary Angela – Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 2006
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN) maintain a vibrant presence in ministry in the US. This article presents an overview of their co-foundress, Catherine Spalding, and shows Mother Catherine to be the creative, mission-driven, and articulate leader that is still very much in need in today's society.
Descriptors: Women Administrators, Change Agents, Career Development, Educational Development
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Petit, M. Loretta – Catholic Education: A Journal of Inquiry and Practice, 2006
Sister M. Madeleva Wolff, C.S.C., teacher, essayist, poet, and college administrator, through her creative ability and innovative practices made possible major contributions to Catholic education in her lifetime. Without her strong personality and boundless energy, many of her dreams for an ideal college curriculum would not have come to fruition.…
Descriptors: College Curriculum, Women Administrators, Change Agents, Career Development