The Cardinal Newman SocietyRenewing Catholic higher ed. BECOME A FAN......OR A FOLLOWERGET CATHOLIC CAMPUS NEWS VIA E-MAILBECOME A SUPPORTERThe Cardinal Newman Societyis..."...a public conscience for Catholic higher education,"Father Matthew Lamb, Ave Maria University"...a voice crying out in the wilderness,"Father Benedict Groeschel, CFR"...simply one of the most effective Catholic apostolates in America,"Brian St. Paul, editor InsideCatholic.comFounded in 1993, The Cardinal Newman Society (CNS) is dedicated to renewing and strengthening Catholic identity at America's 224 Catholic colleges and universities. The Society focuses its work on assisting students, alumni and school officials; urging fidelity to the Magisterium...More about CNSThe Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic CollegeThe Center for the Study of Catholic Higher Education
Today, January 29, upon learning of the death of Dr. Ralph McInerny, The Cardinal Newman Society (CNS) expressed its grief and condolences for his family and friends.“Dr. McInerny was truly a legend in the world of Catholic higher education, preserving the flame of fidelity to the Church for a new generation of Catholic students,” said Patrick J. Reilly, CNS president. “He was also a role model for Catholic professors everywhere. We trust that a new generation of Catholic college professors will always look to him as an example of stalwart dedication to Catholic identity and academic integrity.”“The Cardinal Newman Society and its members encourage Catholics everywhere to pray for the repose of Dr. McInerny’s soul, and the consolation of his family and friends,” said Reilly.Dr. Ralph McInerny was a prominent Catholic scholar and author. He taught philosophy at the University of Notre Dame for more than 50 years.
