Belmont University

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/)

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