rector

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Rocha began his career as a math teacher and later became rector of Sinaloa Autonomous University.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Among the major threats to Rocha Moya’s political survival was the outcry about the 2024 shooting death of his one-time chief political rival, Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda, a former lawmaker and university rector.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Father Fred Wekesa, the rector of the Saint Augustine Basilica at Annaba where Leo will celebrate mass, said the pope's upcoming visit would give his small flock a "message of encouragement and solidarity".

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Wille is rector of All Saints’ Episcopal Church in the North Side neighborhood of Ravenswood, known for its historic homes, tree-lined streets, vibrant arts scene and craft breweries.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

I thought he was going to march right up to the podium and have a word with the rector.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez