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| name = Morehouse College | | name = Morehouse College | ||
| image = | | image = Morehouse College Seal.png | ||
| motto = | | motto = Et Facta Est Lux | ||
| established = 1867 | | established = 1867 | ||
| type = Private, historically black men's liberal arts college | | type = Private, historically black men's liberal arts college | ||
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| country = United States | | country = United States | ||
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| website = [https://www.morehouse.edu morehouse.edu] | |||
| website = [https://www.morehouse.edu | |||
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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, | '''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. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
Morehouse College was | 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. | ||
In 1879, the | |||
== Academics == | == Academics == | ||
Morehouse College offers a variety of | 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]], 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. | |||
The college is known for its | == 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 [[Greek life]], with several fraternities and sororities active on campus. | |||
== | == Athletics == | ||
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 == | == Notable Alumni == | ||
Morehouse College has | 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 | |||
* [[Martin Luther King Jr.]], civil rights leader | * [[Spike Lee]], filmmaker | ||
* [[Spike Lee]], | |||
* [[Samuel L. Jackson]], actor | * [[Samuel L. Jackson]], actor | ||
* [[Julian Bond]], civil rights leader and politician | * [[Julian Bond]], civil rights leader and politician | ||
== | == See Also == | ||
Morehouse College | * [[Atlanta University Center Consortium]] | ||
* [[Historically black colleges and universities]] | |||
* [[List of Morehouse College alumni]] | |||
== References == | |||
{{Reflist}} | |||
== | == External Links == | ||
* [ | * [https://www.morehouse.edu Official website] | ||
{{Morehouse College}} | {{Morehouse College}} | ||
{{Atlanta University Center}} | |||
[[Category:Morehouse College]] | [[Category:Morehouse College| ]] | ||
[[Category:Universities and colleges in Atlanta, Georgia]] | |||
[[Category:Historically black universities and colleges in the United States]] | [[Category:Historically black universities and colleges in the United States]] | ||
[[Category:Men's universities and colleges in the United States]] | [[Category:Men's universities and colleges in the United States]] | ||
[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1867]] | [[Category:Educational institutions established in 1867]] | ||
[[Category:1867 establishments in Georgia (U.S. state)]] | |||
Revision as of 17:05, 29 December 2024
| Morehouse College | |
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| File:Morehouse College Seal.png | |
| Caption | N/A |
| Motto | Et Facta Est Lux |
| Established | 1867 |
| Type | Private, historically black men's liberal arts college |
| Principal | N/A |
| City | Atlanta |
| State | Georgia |
| Country | United States |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | morehouse.edu |
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
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
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, 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 Greek life, with several fraternities and sororities active on campus.
Athletics
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 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
See Also
- Atlanta University Center Consortium
- Historically black colleges and universities
- List of Morehouse College alumni
References
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External Links
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