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now, Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, MI; founded in 1873 as Spring Arbor Seminary
now, Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, MI; founded in 1873 as Spring Arbor Seminary
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Trustees of Olivet College in Olivet, MI approved a name change to The University of Olivet. Olivet is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and was founded in 1844. The name was changed briefly to Olivet Institute in 1847 and back to Olivet College in 1859. United Church Of Christ, Churches Of Christ, Michigan Colleges, Olivet, Name Change, University, The Unit, Names, Visiting
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Trustees of Olivet College in Olivet, MI approved a name change to The University of Olivet. Olivet is affiliated with the United Church of Christ and was founded in 1844. The name was changed briefly to Olivet Institute in 1847 and back to Olivet College in 1859.
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1908 photo of the second Wells Hall on the campus of Michigan Agricultural College; the building was a men's dormitory and was constructed in 1905; demolished in 1966-67; source: @MSUArchives Agriculture, Campus, Sidewalk, Louvre, Wellness, Dormitory, History
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1908 photo of the second Wells Hall on the campus of Michigan Agricultural College; the building was a men's dormitory and was constructed in 1905; demolished in 1966-67; source: @MSUArchives
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students working with microscopes at Olivet College in the 1890s source: @OC_archives Student Work, Oc, Students
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students working with microscopes at Olivet College in the 1890s source: @OC_archives
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1920 image of students playing tennis at Olivet College in Olivet, MI source: @OC_archives Tennis, Image, Antique Photos, Historia
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1920 image of students playing tennis at Olivet College in Olivet, MI source: @OC_archives
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1950s image of art class at Olivet College located in Olivet, MI; founded in 1844; source: @OC_archives Art Images, 1950s, Art Pictures
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1950s image of art class at Olivet College located in Olivet, MI; founded in 1844; source: @OC_archives
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1890s or early 1900s photo of science classroom at Olivet College in Olivet, MI source: Olivet College Archives Science Classroom, Ghost Chair, Outlier, Early 1900s, Physics
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1890s or early 1900s photo of science classroom at Olivet College in Olivet, MI source: Olivet College Archives
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The first Wells Hall built in 1877 was a men's dormitory. It was named for Hezekiah G. Wells, member of the State Board of Ag (now the Board of Trustees). It was destroyed by fire in 1905. source: @MSUArchives Michigan State University, Wells, Cologne Cathedral, Fire, Board, Landmarks
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The first Wells Hall built in 1877 was a men's dormitory. It was named for Hezekiah G. Wells, member of the State Board of Ag (now the Board of Trustees). It was destroyed by fire in 1905. source: @MSUArchives
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Chemistry Labratory Building at what is now Michigan State University; built in 1871 source: @MSUArchives Chemistry Labs, Mansions, Building, Manor Houses, Villas, Buildings
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Chemistry Labratory Building at what is now Michigan State University; built in 1871 source: @MSUArchives
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College Hall on the campus of what was then the Agricultural College of State of Michigan, now, Michigan State University. It was constructed in 1856 and was the first building built on a campus in the U.S. for the purpose of agriculture education. source: @MSUArchives State Of Michigan, Purpose, This Is Us, Education
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College Hall on the campus of what was then the Agricultural College of State of Michigan, now, Michigan State University. It was constructed in 1856 and was the first building built on a campus in the U.S. for the purpose of agriculture education. source: @MSUArchives
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1967 photo of students on campus of Michigan State University in E. Lansing, MI; founded in 1855 source: @msuarchives Lansing Mi, Go Green, Outdoor, Photo
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1967 photo of students on campus of Michigan State University in E. Lansing, MI; founded in 1855 source: @msuarchives
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A Mackinac College promotional video from 1966 is available on Youtube. Mackinac College operated on Mackinac Island from 1966-1970 and Brasie provides many details about the institution and the campus in his article. Mackinac College operated as a a non-sectarian, co-educational 4-year liberal arts college. Liberal Arts College, Student Body, Mackinac Island, Promotional Video, Promo Videos, 50th Anniversary
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A Mackinac College promotional video from 1966 is available on Youtube. Mackinac College operated on Mackinac Island from 1966-1970 and Brasie provides many details about the institution and the campus in his article. Mackinac College operated as a a non-sectarian, co-educational 4-year liberal arts college.
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The institution was originally founded as St. Joseph College by the Adrian Dominican Sisters in 1919. The name was changed to Siena Heights College in 1939 and then to Siena Heights University in 1998. St Joseph, Centennial, Siena, History Books, Adrian, Past, Sisters
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The institution was originally founded as St. Joseph College by the Adrian Dominican Sisters in 1919. The name was changed to Siena Heights College in 1939 and then to Siena Heights University in 1998.
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The institution was originally founded as St. Joseph College by the Adrian Dominican Sisters in 1919. The name was changed to Siena Heights College in 1939 and then to Siena Heights University in 1998. The institution is located in Adrian, MI.
The institution was originally founded as St. Joseph College by the Adrian Dominican Sisters in 1919. The name was changed to Siena Heights College in 1939 and then to Siena Heights University in 1998. The institution is located in Adrian, MI.
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Kettering University in Flint, MI is preparing for the 100th anniversary of its founding in 1919. Michigan Live published, "Kettering University plans community celebration for 100th anniversary," by Robert Acosta with an overview of centennial activities and a brief overview of the institution's history. The article also includes an interesting embedded YouTube video, "Kettering University: The future of education built a century ago." Kettering University, Engineering Management, Flint, Robert, Celebration, The 100, Anniversary
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Kettering University in Flint, MI is preparing for the 100th anniversary of its founding in 1919. Michigan Live published, "Kettering University plans community celebration for 100th anniversary," by Robert Acosta with an overview of centennial activities and a brief overview of the institution's history. The article also includes an interesting embedded YouTube video, "Kettering University: The future of education built a century ago."
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1900 image of original Williams Hall at Michigan State University; The original Williams Hall was named for our first college president, Joseph R. Williams. The current Williams Hall is named for his wife, Sarah Langdon Williams. She was the editor of The Ballot Box, a publication of a Toledo, Ohio suffrage association.; source: @MSUArchives Toledo Ohio, Suffrage, Langdon, Ballot, Editor, Joseph, Williams
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1900 image of original Williams Hall at Michigan State University; The original Williams Hall was named for our first college president, Joseph R. Williams. The current Williams Hall is named for his wife, Sarah Langdon Williams. She was the editor of The Ballot Box, a publication of a Toledo, Ohio suffrage association.; source: @MSUArchives
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Henry Ford College in Dearborn, MI; the college was founded in 1928 as Fordson Junior College. It closed briefly from 1943-1946 and reopened as Dearborn Junior College. The name changed to Henry Ford Community College in 1952 and then to Henry Ford College after 2014. Source: Michigan's Press & Guide Junior College, 80th Anniversary, Dearborn, Henry Ford, Community College, Detroit, Pony
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Henry Ford College in Dearborn, MI; the college was founded in 1928 as Fordson Junior College. It closed briefly from 1943-1946 and reopened as Dearborn Junior College. The name changed to Henry Ford Community College in 1952 and then to Henry Ford College after 2014. Source: Michigan's Press & Guide
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Henry Ford College in Dearborn, MI; the college was founded in 1928 as Fordson Junior College. It closed briefly from 1943-1946 and reopened as Dearborn Junior College. The name changed to Henry Ford Community College in 1952 and then to Henry Ford College after 2014. Source: Michigan's Press & Guide Closed, Memories
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Henry Ford College in Dearborn, MI; the college was founded in 1928 as Fordson Junior College. It closed briefly from 1943-1946 and reopened as Dearborn Junior College. The name changed to Henry Ford Community College in 1952 and then to Henry Ford College after 2014. Source: Michigan's Press & Guide
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1982 computer lab at Henry Ford College in Dearborn, MI; the college was founded in 1928 as Fordson Junior College. It closed briefly from 1943-1946 and reopened as Dearborn Junior College. The name changed to Henry Ford Community College in 1952 and then to Henry Ford College after 2014. Source: Michigan's Press & Guide Computer Lab
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1982 computer lab at Henry Ford College in Dearborn, MI; the college was founded in 1928 as Fordson Junior College. It closed briefly from 1943-1946 and reopened as Dearborn Junior College. The name changed to Henry Ford Community College in 1952 and then to Henry Ford College after 2014. Source: Michigan's Press & Guide
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1886 photograph of Linton Hall at what is now Michigan State University; source: @MSUArchives Linton, Photographer, Painting, Painting Art, Paintings, Painted Canvas
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1886 photograph of Linton Hall at what is now Michigan State University; source: @MSUArchives
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Madonna College in Livonia, Michigan; founded in 1937; name change to Madonna University in 1991; operated by the Felician Sisters University Of Michigan, Livonia Michigan, Vintage Michigan, Metropolitan Area, Haunting, Mission
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Madonna College in Livonia, Michigan; founded in 1937; name change to Madonna University in 1991; operated by the Felician Sisters
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Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan announced that it will change its name to Calvin University by 2020. The institution, affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church, was founded in 1876 as a theological school. Journal Publication, Small Colleges, Floor Workouts, Military Veterans, Do Exercise, All About Me!, Student Life
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Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan announced that it will change its name to Calvin University by 2020. The institution, affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church, was founded in 1876 as a theological school.
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1978 History of Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids, MI. The institution opened as David Wolcott Kendall Memorial School in 1931. The name change to Kendall School of Design in 1947. The name change to Kendall College of Art & Design in 1987 and it merged with Ferris State University in 2000. Kendall College, Wolcott, Grand Rapids, College Art, State University, Ferris, David
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1978 History of Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids, MI. The institution opened as David Wolcott Kendall Memorial School in 1931. The name change to Kendall School of Design in 1947. The name change to Kendall College of Art & Design in 1987 and it merged with Ferris State University in 2000.
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North Central Michigan College was initially known as Emmet Community College when it was founded in 1958. The current name was adopted 1959 1950s Ads, Central Michigan, Petoskey, 60th Anniversary, Public School, North, Century
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North Central Michigan College was initially known as Emmet Community College when it was founded in 1958. The current name was adopted 1959
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postcard Michigan State College, East Lansing, MI; founded in 1855; Source: Seeking Michigan Michigan State Spartans, Jackson Michigan, Jenison, East Lansing, Msu, State College, Alma Mater
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postcard Michigan State College, East Lansing, MI; founded in 1855; Source: Seeking Michigan
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