James J. Maher, C.M. (born in Maywood,

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), is an American

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and academic administrator. He is

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's 26th president since being named such on August 1, 2013. He succeeded Joseph L. Levesque.

Education

In 1984, Maher received a

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from

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. In 1989 he obtained a

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and in 1990 a Master of Theology from Mary Immaculate Seminary, followed by a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) from the

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in 2004. About Fr. Maher
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Career

Maher pronounced his vows to the Vincentian community in May 1989 and was ordained to the priesthood on May 26, 1990. Since then, he has been Campus Minister (1994–1999), Vice President for University Ministry (1999-2005), Vice President for Student Affairs (2004-2010), Executive Director of the Vincentian Institute for Social Action (2009-2010) and Executive Vice President for Mission and Student Services (2011-2013) at

References

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