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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Branford_College_shield.png|thumb|Branford_College_shield]] [[file:Branford_harkness2.jpg|right|thumb|Branford_harkness2]] [[file:Calliope_Court_dusk.JPG|right|thumb|Calliope_Court_dusk]] [[file:Branford_Court_east_dusk_vertical.jpg|thumb|Branford_Court_east_dusk_vertical]] &#039;&#039;&#039;Branford College&#039;&#039;&#039; is one of the fourteen [[residential colleges]] at [[Yale University]]. Established in 1933, it is named after the town of [[Branford, Connecticut]], which was the temporary home of Yale University during its early years.<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> Branford College was one of the original residential colleges created by Yale University in the early 1930s. The college was designed by the architect [[James Gamble Rogers]], who was also responsible for many other buildings on the Yale campus. The college&#039;s design is inspired by the [[Gothic architecture]] of the [[University of Oxford]] and the [[University of Cambridge]].<br /> <br /> == Architecture ==<br /> The architecture of Branford College is notable for its [[Gothic Revival architecture|Gothic Revival]] style. The college features a prominent tower, known as [[Harkness Tower]], which is one of the most recognizable landmarks on the Yale campus. The college also includes a number of courtyards, including the main Branford Court, which is often considered one of the most beautiful spaces at Yale.<br /> <br /> == Residential Life ==<br /> Branford College provides a vibrant residential life for its students. The college has a variety of facilities, including a dining hall, library, common room, and gym. The college also hosts numerous social events, academic programs, and intramural sports teams. The college&#039;s mascot is the [[Branford Boar]], and its colors are red and black.<br /> <br /> == Notable Alumni ==<br /> Branford College has produced many notable alumni, including:<br /> * [[Anderson Cooper]], journalist and television personality<br /> * [[David McCullough]], historian and author<br /> * [[Fareed Zakaria]], journalist and author<br /> <br /> == Traditions ==<br /> Branford College is known for its rich traditions, including the annual &quot;Branford College Tea,&quot; where distinguished guests are invited to speak with students. Another tradition is the &quot;Branford College Formal,&quot; a formal dance held each year.<br /> <br /> == Related Pages ==<br /> * [[Yale University]]<br /> * [[Residential colleges of Yale University]]<br /> * [[Harkness Tower]]<br /> * [[James Gamble Rogers]]<br /> * [[Gothic Revival architecture]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{Reflist}}<br /> <br /> == External Links ==<br /> {{Commons category|Branford College}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Yale University]]<br /> [[Category:Residential colleges of Yale University]]<br /> [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1933]]<br /> [[Category:Gothic Revival architecture in Connecticut]]<br /> [[Category:1933 establishments in Connecticut]]<br /> <br /> {{Yale-stub}}</div>

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