John Carroll University

John Carroll University was founded in 1886 by the Society of Jesus under the title of St. Ignatius College, after Ignatius of Loyola, as a college for men. It has been in continuous operation as a degree-granting institution since then. Founded as the 19th of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States, it is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities.

In 1923, the college was renamed in honor of John Carroll, the first archbishop of the Catholic Church in the United States and the founder of Georgetown University. The university relocated in 1935 from its original site on Cleveland's West Side to its current campus in University Heights, Ohio. However, the high school section retained its name as Saint Ignatius High School and continues to operate at the original site.

During World War II, the university participated in the V-12 Navy College Training Program, which prepared students for service as commissioned officers in the United States Navy.

John Carroll University became coeducational in 1968 with the admission of women to the College of Arts and Sciences. In the decades that followed, the campus underwent significant expansion, including construction of the Dolan Center for Science and Technology, development of the Athletic, Wellness, and Event Center, renovation of residence halls, and recent additions such as the Gateway North development.

Jesuit tradition

John Carroll University is affiliated with the Society of Jesus, a Catholic religious order. Its educational approach is informed by Jesuit values, including service and justice, community and accompaniment, magis (striving for more), and reflection and discernment. The Jesuit concept of cura personalis, or care for the whole person, is reflected in the university's mission and programming. Related initiatives include community-based research, service-immersion programs, and internships with local organizations.