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John J. Cavanaugh

1899-01-23 – 1979-12-28

Portrait of John J. Cavanaugh
Kyle Rote, Matty Bell, John J. Cavanaugh, Doak Walker 1949Credit: Associated Press

Life & Legacy

John Joseph Cavanaugh, C.S.C. (January 23, 1899 – December 28, 1979), was an American Catholic priest of the Congregation of Holy Cross who served from 1946 to 1952 as the 14th president of the University of Notre Dame, having previously served as its vice president since 1941.

Occupation & Career

educator, Catholic priest

Education

University of Notre Dame

Faith & Community

Catholic Church

Legacy Highlights

Church

Catholic Church

Education & Institutions

University of Notre Dame

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q6240983 — wikidata View source

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