Jesuits in an ancient land.(teaching in India)

National Catholic Reporter | May 4, 2001| | Copyright

They contribute to Catholic vitality in India

Recently I lectured at the Xavier Labor Relations Institute in Jamshedpur, India. Founded 52 years ago by the Maryland Province of the Society of Jesus, the institute has become one of the most prestigious graduate schools granting what in America we would call a master's in business administration.

One of the first things I saw as I entered the Jesuit community in Jamshedpur was a photo of the 65 American Jesuits who have taught at the high school and at the institute. They have reason to be immensely proud of ...

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