Dickinson College

Dickinson College
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Motto	"Estote Perpetua"
Established	1773
Type	Private liberal arts college
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City	Carlisle
State	Pennsylvania
Country	United States
Campus	Suburban
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Dickinson College is a private liberal arts college located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1773, it is one of the oldest colleges in the United States and was the first college to be chartered after the American Revolution. The college is named after John Dickinson, a signer of the Constitution of the United States and a prominent figure in the founding of the nation.

History

Dickinson College was originally established as a grammar school in 1773 by Dr. Benjamin Rush, a prominent physician and a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The college was chartered in 1783, shortly after the end of the American Revolutionary War, making it the first college to be founded in the newly independent United States. The college was named in honor of John Dickinson, who was a major benefactor and supporter of the institution.

Academics

Dickinson College offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and sciences. The college is known for its strong emphasis on global education, sustainability, and civic engagement. Students can choose from over 40 majors and minors, and the college encourages interdisciplinary study and research.

The college operates on a semester system and offers study abroad programs in over 40 countries. Dickinson is also a member of the Consortium for Innovative Environments in Learning (CIEL), which promotes innovative teaching and learning practices.

Campus

The Dickinson College campus is located in the historic town of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the iconic Old West, which was designed by the architect Benjamin Latrobe. The college has made significant efforts to promote sustainability on campus, including the use of renewable energy sources and sustainable building practices.

Student Life

Dickinson College has a vibrant student life with over 100 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and service organizations. The college is also home to a number of fraternities and sororities, as well as a strong athletics program. The college's sports teams, known as the Red Devils, compete in the NCAA Division III and are members of the Centennial Conference.

Notable Alumni

Dickinson College has produced a number of notable alumni, including:

• James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States
• Roger Brooke Taney, the fifth Chief Justice of the United States
• Spencer Fullerton Baird, a prominent naturalist and the second Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution

Also see

• Liberal arts colleges in the United States
• History of higher education in the United States
• List of colleges and universities in Pennsylvania

References

• Dickinson College. "About Dickinson." Accessed October 2023.
• "History of Dickinson College." Dickinson College Archives.