Father Edward Sorin

Father Edward Sorin was a French priest and Catholic missionary born in 1814 who founded the University of Notre Dame in Indiana in 1842. He dedicated his life to education and religious service, aiming to provide faith-based opportunities for students. Under his leadership, Notre Dame grew rapidly and became a prominent institution of higher learning. Sorin’s vision was to blend faith, community, and academic excellence, inspiring generations of students and contributing significantly to Catholic education in the United States. He is remembered as a pioneering figure who helped establish one of the nation’s most respected universities.