History of the Jesuits

The Society of Jesus has existed for over four centuries. Higher Education is only one of their various labors in the world. Jesuits have joined and served communities local and global, in various political, social, cultural, and spiritual ways.

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Founder and Saint

Our Namesake

Other important Jesuits

When the Order was Out of Business (well, sort of....)

Historical Labors around the World

A Jesuit Particularly Important to our Mission

A Century and a Half of Service