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Morehouse College is a private, historically black men's liberal arts college located in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Founded in 1867, it is one of the few remaining traditional men's liberal arts colleges in the United States.

History[edit]

Morehouse College was founded in 1867 as the Augusta Institute in Augusta, Georgia. It was established to educate African American men in theology and education. In 1879, the institution moved to Atlanta and was renamed the Atlanta Baptist Seminary. In 1913, it was renamed Morehouse College in honor of Henry L. Morehouse, a prominent Baptist minister and supporter of education for African Americans.

Academics[edit]

Morehouse College offers undergraduate programs in a variety of disciplines, including the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and business. The college is known for its emphasis on leadership and service, and it has produced many notable alumni, including Martin Luther King Jr., Spike Lee, and Samuel L. Jackson.

Campus[edit]

The Morehouse College campus is located in the Atlanta University Center, a consortium of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in Atlanta. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including Graves Hall, the oldest building on campus, and the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center.

Student Life[edit]

Morehouse College has a vibrant student life with numerous student organizations, including academic clubs, fraternities, and service organizations. The college is also known for its strong tradition of Greek life, with several fraternities and sororities active on campus.

Athletics[edit]

Morehouse College competes in NCAA Division II athletics as a member of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC). The college offers a variety of sports, including basketball, football, and track and field.

Notable Alumni[edit]

Morehouse College has a long list of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields. Some of the most notable alumni include:

Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights leader
Spike Lee, filmmaker
Samuel L. Jackson, actor
Julian Bond, civil rights leader and politician

External Links[edit]

Official website

Morehouse college text logo
Morehouse College courtyard entrance
Morehouse graduates react to President Barack Obama May 2013
Graves Hall, Morehouse College 2016
Kilgore Campus Center, Morehouse College, 2016
Ray Charles Performing Arts Center, Morehouse College
Chapel Bell Morehouse College
Morehouse College Obelisk
Morehouse logo from NCAA
Moorehouse College Mock Trial

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+'''Morehouse College''' is a private, historically [[Historically black colleges and universities|black men's liberal arts college]] located in [[Atlanta]], [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]], [[United States]]. Founded in 1867, it is one of the few remaining traditional men's liberal arts colleges in the United States.
-{{Infobox university
-| name = Morehouse College
-| image = Morehouse College seal.png
-| image_size = 150px
-| motto = Et Facta Est Lux
-| mottoeng = And there was light
-| established = 1867
-| type = Private, [[Historically black colleges and universities|HBCU]]
-| president = David A. Thomas
-| city = [[Atlanta]]
-| state = [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]
-| country = [[United States]]
-| undergrad = 2,206 (Fall 2020)
-| campus = Urban, 61 acres
-| colors = Maroon and White
-| nickname = Maroon Tigers
-| affiliations = [[Atlanta University Center Consortium]]
-| website = {{URL|www.morehouse.edu}}
-}}
-'''Morehouse College''' is a private, historically black men's liberal arts college located in [[Atlanta]], [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. Founded in 1867, it is one of the few remaining traditional men's liberal arts colleges in the United States. Morehouse is known for its emphasis on the development of leadership skills and its commitment to producing graduates who are prepared to make a positive impact on society.
 == History ==
-Morehouse College was founded in 1867 as the Augusta Institute in [[Augusta, Georgia]], by [[William Jefferson White]], an [[African American]] minister and cabinetmaker, with the support of the American Baptist Home Mission Society. The institution moved to Atlanta in 1879 and was renamed the Atlanta Baptist Seminary. In 1913, the school was renamed Morehouse College in honor of [[Henry L. Morehouse]], a prominent Baptist minister and supporter of the college.
+Morehouse College was founded in 1867 as the Augusta Institute in [[Augusta, Georgia|Augusta]], Georgia. It was established to educate African American men in theology and education. In 1879, the institution moved to Atlanta and was renamed the Atlanta Baptist Seminary. In 1913, it was renamed Morehouse College in honor of Henry L. Morehouse, a prominent [[Baptist]] minister and supporter of education for African Americans.
 == Academics ==
-Morehouse College offers a variety of undergraduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and business. The college is organized into three academic divisions: the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Division of Science and Mathematics, and the Division of Business Administration and Economics. Morehouse is known for its rigorous academic standards and its commitment to fostering intellectual growth and critical thinking.
+Morehouse College offers undergraduate programs in a variety of disciplines, including the [[humanities]], [[social sciences]], [[natural sciences]], and [[business]]. The college is known for its emphasis on leadership and service, and it has produced many notable alumni, including [[Martin Luther King Jr.]], [[Spike Lee]], and [[Samuel L. Jackson]].
 == Campus ==
-The Morehouse College campus is located in the [[Atlanta University Center]] (AUC), a consortium of historically black colleges and universities that includes [[Spelman College]], [[Clark Atlanta University]], and the [[Interdenominational Theological Center]]. The 61-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including Graves Hall, the oldest building on campus, and the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center.
+The Morehouse College campus is located in the [[Atlanta University Center]], a consortium of [[historically black colleges and universities]] (HBCUs) in Atlanta. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including Graves Hall, the oldest building on campus, and the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center.
 == Student Life ==
-Morehouse College has a vibrant student life with numerous student organizations, including academic clubs, fraternities, and service organizations. The college is also known for its strong tradition of community service and social activism. Morehouse students are encouraged to engage in leadership development and to participate in activities that promote social justice and community improvement.
+Morehouse College has a vibrant student life with numerous student organizations, including academic clubs, fraternities, and service organizations. The college is also known for its strong tradition of [[Greek life]], with several fraternities and sororities active on campus.
 == Athletics ==
-Morehouse College's athletic teams, known as the Maroon Tigers, compete in the [[Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference]] (SIAC) of the [[NCAA Division II]]. The college offers a variety of sports, including football, basketball, track and field, and cross country. Morehouse has a rich athletic tradition and has produced several notable athletes.
+Morehouse College competes in [[NCAA Division II]] athletics as a member of the [[Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference]] (SIAC). The college offers a variety of sports, including [[basketball]], [[football]], and [[track and field]].
 == Notable Alumni ==
-Morehouse College has a distinguished list of alumni, including civil rights leader [[Martin Luther King Jr.]], filmmaker [[Spike Lee]], and former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security [[Jeh Johnson]]. The college takes pride in its alumni network and the achievements of its graduates in various fields.
+Morehouse College has a long list of distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields. Some of the most notable alumni include:
+* [[Martin Luther King Jr.]], civil rights leader
+* [[Spike Lee]], filmmaker
+* [[Samuel L. Jackson]], actor
+* [[Julian Bond]], civil rights leader and politician
-== Related Pages ==
+== See Also ==
+* [[Atlanta University Center Consortium]]
 * [[Historically black colleges and universities]]
-* [[Atlanta University Center]]
+* [[List of Morehouse College alumni]]
-* [[Spelman College]]
+== External Links ==
-* [[Clark Atlanta University]]
+* [https://www.morehouse.edu Official website]
-* [[Martin Luther King Jr.]]
+{{Morehouse College}}
+{{Atlanta University Center}}
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+[[Category:Universities and colleges in Atlanta, Georgia]]
 [[Category:Historically black universities and colleges in the United States]]
 [[Category:Men's universities and colleges in the United States]]
-[[Category:Universities and colleges in Atlanta]]
 [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1867]]
 [[Category:1867 establishments in Georgia (U.S. state)]]
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