Joseph R. Reilly

Last updated

Joseph Richard Reilly is an American Catholic priest and academic administrator who has served as president of Seton Hall University since 2024. [1] [2] He was named a monsignor in 2005. Pope Francis appointed him a Missionary of Mercy in 2015. [3] He was accused of covering up sexual abuse prior to his appointment at Seton Hall, prompting an independent review ordered in 2025 by the Archbishop of Newark, Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin. [4]

References

  1. Kelley, Tina (2024-04-02). "Priest named new president of Seton Hall months after his predecessor sued the school". nj. Retrieved 2024-04-19.
  2. Frau, Lucas. "Seton Hall names Monsignor Joseph R. Reilly as university's 22nd president". North Jersey Media Group. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  3. University. "Profile Rev Msgr Joseph R Reilly - Seton Hall University". Seton Hall University. Retrieved 2025-02-10.
  4. Kudisch, Brianna (2025-02-10). "Catholic Church hires law firm to review controversial report tied to Seton Hall president". nj. Retrieved 2025-02-10.