Agostino Gemelli

Agostino Gemelli was an Italian Catholic priest, physician, and educator who founded Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy’s largest Catholic university. Born in 1878, he combined religious faith with scientific and medical knowledge, emphasizing the importance of integrating faith and reason. Gemelli was also a prominent ethicist and a pioneer in medical education. His goal was to promote both spiritual and intellectual growth, fostering a university environment dedicated to social service, moral values, and academic excellence. He is remembered as a key figure in Catholic higher education and a leader who balanced faith with modern scientific progress.