About Terrence J. Murphy
TERRENCE J. MURPHY INSTITUTEAbout Monsignor Terrence J. Murphy
The institute is named for the late Monsignor Terrence Murphy, who served the University of St. Thomas for 50 years, including 25 years as its president. Murphy was the university's chancellor when he died in February of 2004.
His 2001 book, A Catholic University: Vision and Opportunities, emphasized the themes of teaching religious and ethical values, ecumenism and openness to those of all faiths and cultures; service; recognizing and meeting community needs; and an entrepreneurial spirit.
