In 1961, John P. Leary, a Catholic priest and
member of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) became president of
Gonzaga University. Seen as a visionary leader in the realm of
educational theory, Leary was beloved at the university and oversaw the
school during a period of growth.
But in 1969, Leary left Spokane abruptly. A regional Jesuit leader
told the community that Leary had resigned for health reasons, and the
priest was reassigned to other posts in the western United States. The
university released a similar statement.http://www.inlander.com/spokane/1969-gonzaga-spokane-police-give-pedophile-priest-a-free-pass/Content?oid=2972235
