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'''Belmont University''' is a [[ | '''Belmont University''' is a private [[Christian university]] located in [[Nashville, Tennessee]]. Founded in 1890, it is known for its strong programs in [[music]], [[business]], and [[health sciences]]. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
Belmont University was originally founded as [[Belmont College | Belmont University was originally founded as the [[Belmont College for Young Women]] in 1890 by [[Susan L. Heron]] and [[Ida B. Hood]]. The college merged with [[Ward Seminary]] in 1913 to become [[Ward-Belmont College]], a women's junior college. In 1951, the school became coeducational and was renamed Belmont College. It achieved university status in 1991. | ||
== Academics == | == Academics == | ||
Belmont University offers | Belmont University offers over 90 undergraduate degrees and more than 25 graduate programs. The university is organized into several colleges, including the [[College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences]], the [[College of Sciences and Mathematics]], the [[Jack C. Massey College of Business]], the [[College of Music and Performing Arts]], and the [[College of Health Sciences and Nursing]]. | ||
=== | === College of Health Sciences and Nursing === | ||
The [[College of Health Sciences and Nursing]] at Belmont University offers programs in [[nursing]], [[occupational therapy]], [[physical therapy]], and [[social work]]. The college is known for its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to [[interprofessional education]]. | |||
== Campus == | == Campus == | ||
The | The Belmont University campus is located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, and features a blend of historic and modern architecture. Notable buildings include the [[Massey Performing Arts Center]], the [[Beaman Student Life Center]], and the [[Gordon E. Inman Center]]. | ||
== Athletics == | == Athletics == | ||
Belmont | Belmont University is a member of the [[NCAA Division I]] and competes in the [[Ohio Valley Conference]]. The university's sports teams are known as the [[Belmont Bruins]]. | ||
== Notable Alumni == | == Notable Alumni == | ||
Belmont University has | Belmont University has a number of notable alumni, particularly in the fields of music and entertainment. Some of these include: | ||
* [[Trisha Yearwood]], | * [[Trisha Yearwood]], country music singer | ||
* [[Brad Paisley]], country music singer | * [[Brad Paisley]], country music singer | ||
* [[Lee Ann Womack]], country music singer | * [[Lee Ann Womack]], country music singer | ||
* [[Josh Turner]], country music singer | |||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [Official website](https://www.belmont.edu) | * [Official website](https://www.belmont.edu/) | ||
* [Belmont University Athletics](https://www.belmontbruins.com) | * [Belmont University Athletics](https://www.belmontbruins.com/) | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Private universities and colleges in the United States]] | [[Category:Private universities and colleges in the United States]] | ||
[[Category:Christian universities and colleges]] | |||
[[Category:Belmont University| ]] | [[Category:Belmont University| ]] | ||
Revision as of 20:50, 30 December 2024
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| Caption | N/A |
| Motto | From Here to Anywhere |
| Established | 1890 |
| Type | Private |
| Principal | N/A |
| City | Nashville |
| State | Tennessee |
| Country | United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | belmont.edu |
Belmont University is a private Christian university located in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 1890, it is known for its strong programs in music, business, and health sciences.
History
Belmont University was originally founded as the Belmont College for Young Women in 1890 by Susan L. Heron and Ida B. Hood. The college merged with Ward Seminary in 1913 to become Ward-Belmont College, a women's junior college. In 1951, the school became coeducational and was renamed Belmont College. It achieved university status in 1991.
Academics
Belmont University offers over 90 undergraduate degrees and more than 25 graduate programs. The university is organized into several colleges, including the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the College of Sciences and Mathematics, the Jack C. Massey College of Business, the College of Music and Performing Arts, and the College of Health Sciences and Nursing.
College of Health Sciences and Nursing
The College of Health Sciences and Nursing at Belmont University offers programs in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and social work. The college is known for its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to interprofessional education.
Campus
The Belmont University campus is located in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, and features a blend of historic and modern architecture. Notable buildings include the Massey Performing Arts Center, the Beaman Student Life Center, and the Gordon E. Inman Center.
Athletics
Belmont University is a member of the NCAA Division I and competes in the Ohio Valley Conference. The university's sports teams are known as the Belmont Bruins.
Notable Alumni
Belmont University has a number of notable alumni, particularly in the fields of music and entertainment. Some of these include:
- Trisha Yearwood, country music singer
- Brad Paisley, country music singer
- Lee Ann Womack, country music singer
- Josh Turner, country music singer
External Links
- [Official website](https://www.belmont.edu/)
- [Belmont University Athletics](https://www.belmontbruins.com/)
References
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