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| name = Dickinson College | | name = Dickinson College | ||
| image = | | image = [[File:Dickinson College logo.png|200px]] | ||
| motto = " | | motto = "Freedom is made safe through character and learning" | ||
| established = 1773 | | established = 1773 | ||
| type = Private | | type = [[Private college|Private]] | ||
| endowment = $500 million | |||
| president = John E. Jones III | | president = John E. Jones III | ||
| undergrad = 2,300 | | undergrad = 2,300 | ||
| city = [[Carlisle, Pennsylvania|Carlisle]] | |||
| state = [[Pennsylvania]] | |||
| country = [[United States]] | |||
| campus = Suburban | | campus = Suburban | ||
| colors = Red and White | | colors = Red and White | ||
| | | nickname = Red Devils | ||
| website = [https://www.dickinson.edu/ dickinson.edu] | |||
}} | }} | ||
'''Dickinson College''' is a private liberal arts college located in [[Carlisle, Pennsylvania]]. Founded in 1773, it | '''Dickinson College''' is a private [[liberal arts college]] located in [[Carlisle, Pennsylvania]]. Founded in 1773, it was originally established as a grammar school by [[Benjamin Rush]], a signer of the [[Declaration of Independence]]. The college was chartered in 1783, making it one of the oldest colleges in the [[United States]]. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
Dickinson College was | Dickinson College was named in honor of [[John Dickinson]], a prominent [[Founding Father of the United States|Founding Father]] and a signer of the [[Constitution of the United States|U.S. Constitution]]. The college's mission is to provide a useful education in the [[liberal arts]] and sciences. | ||
== Academics == | == Academics == | ||
The college offers a wide range of [[undergraduate]] programs in the [[humanities]], [[social sciences]], and [[natural sciences]]. Dickinson is known for its emphasis on [[global education]], with a strong focus on [[study abroad]] programs and [[international relations]]. | |||
== Campus == | == Campus == | ||
The | The campus is located in the historic town of [[Carlisle, Pennsylvania|Carlisle]], which is known for its rich history and vibrant community. The college's facilities include state-of-the-art [[laboratories]], [[libraries]], and [[residence halls]]. | ||
== | == Athletics == | ||
Dickinson College | Dickinson College's athletic teams are known as the [[Red Devils]]. The college competes in the [[NCAA Division III]] and is a member of the [[Centennial Conference]]. | ||
== Notable Alumni == | == Notable Alumni == | ||
Dickinson College has produced | Dickinson College has produced many notable alumni, including [[James Buchanan]], the 15th [[President of the United States]], and [[Roger Brooke Taney]], the fifth [[Chief Justice of the United States]]. | ||
== | == External Links == | ||
* [ | * [https://www.dickinson.edu/ Official website] | ||
* [https://www.dickinson.edu/about/ About Dickinson College] | |||
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== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1773]] | [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1773]] | ||
[[Category:Private universities and colleges in Pennsylvania]] | [[Category:Liberal arts colleges in the United States]] | ||
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Revision as of 21:35, 27 December 2024
| Dickinson College | |
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| [[File:File:Dickinson College logo.png|250px|]] | |
| Caption | N/A |
| Motto | "Freedom is made safe through character and learning" |
| Established | 1773 |
| Type | Private |
| Principal | N/A |
| City | Carlisle |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Country | United States |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Website | dickinson.edu |
Dickinson College is a private liberal arts college located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1773, it was originally established as a grammar school by Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The college was chartered in 1783, making it one of the oldest colleges in the United States.
History
Dickinson College was named in honor of John Dickinson, a prominent Founding Father and a signer of the U.S. Constitution. The college's mission is to provide a useful education in the liberal arts and sciences.
Academics
The college offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Dickinson is known for its emphasis on global education, with a strong focus on study abroad programs and international relations.
Campus
The campus is located in the historic town of Carlisle, which is known for its rich history and vibrant community. The college's facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories, libraries, and residence halls.
Athletics
Dickinson College's athletic teams are known as the Red Devils. The college competes in the NCAA Division III and is a member of the Centennial Conference.
Notable Alumni
Dickinson College has produced many notable alumni, including James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States, and Roger Brooke Taney, the fifth Chief Justice of the United States.
External Links
References
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