Ioan-Aurel Pop - Historian and Rector of Babeș-Bolyai University, graduated from Petru Maior University of Targu Mures in 1979. Known for his contributions to Romanian history and culture.
Mircea Eliade - Philosopher and historian of religion, though primarily known for his work at the University of Chicago, he was briefly associated with Petru Maior University. His work on the history of religions is globally recognized.
