The Rectors of Newman College
In the Company of Remarkable Leaders: The Rectors of Newman College
Since its foundation, Newman College has stood as a beacon of academic excellence, spiritual enrichment, and community leadership. At the heart of this journey are the individuals who have shaped its path—the Rectors, whose unwavering dedication, vision, and service have left an enduring mark on the life of the College and the many generations.
Newman College has always been more than a place of residence or study—it is a community shaped by vision, purpose, and the quiet strength. Eleven remarkable individuals have served as Rectors, each bringing their own spirit, wisdom, unwavering dedication, vision, and service and care to the role.
This page is dedicated to those past Rectors, whose leadership helped shape the character and soul of Newman College. Through times of change, growth, challenge, and celebration, each one stood as a steward of the College’s values—deeply committed not only to academic excellence, but to the cause of the community excellence.
We hope you enjoy this tribute to their life’s work and the profound legacy each has left behind.
Take your time. Reflect on their journeys. Celebrate their brilliance.
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- The Rectors of Newman College
- 1. Very Reverend James O'Dwyer SJ Past
- 2. Very Reverend Albert Power SJ
- 2. Very Reverend Albert Power SJ
- 3. Very Reverend Jeremiah Murphy SJ LL.B CMG
- 4. Very Reverend Philip Gleeson SJ
- 5. Michael Scott SJ
- 6. Very Reverend Gerald Daily SJ
- 7. Very Reverend Brian Fleming SJ
- 8. Very Reverend William Uren SJ AO
- 9. Peter L'Estrange SJ AO
- 10. Frank Brennan SJ AO
- 11. Sean Burke