Newman’s Vision of a University: Then and Now

Authors

James L. Heft

Abstract

Catholic universities face many challenges today. Increasing secularization, faculty salaries, external funding, Catholic identity, academic freedom, and institutional autonomy are among the most prominent. This essay examines the contributions of John Henry Newman to Catholic higher education and argues for their relevance today.

DOI

10.15365/joce.1003072013

First Page

357

Last Page

375

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Recommended Citation

Heft, J. L. (2007). Newman’s Vision of a University: Then and Now. Journal of Catholic Education. https://doi.org/10.15365/joce.1003072013