Chancellors of the Studium Generale of Huesca

Abstract

The University of Huesca, one of the oldest in Spain, was founded by Pedro IV, king of Aragon, in 1354. However, it did not obtain the sanction of the Holy See, which was essential, until 1465. Since then he worked in a continuous mode until his closing in 1845. There are known the names of approximately 280 rectors. Each of them was exercising his post for one year. In general, they belong to the most privileged social groups. After finishing his studies they obtained outstanding professional positions, both in the civil and in the ecclesiastic administration. Among them there are many professors of the University, cathedral canons, bishops or judges of Spanish Audiencias and Chancillerías.