Synopsis
Discover how colonial charters shaped who runs universities and how state power influenced higher education. This book explains the evolving balance between self-governing colleges and state authority.
From Harvard to Dartmouth, Yale to the University of Pennsylvania, the pages trace how early charters created governing bodies, defined powers, and tied colleges to public authority. The discussion shows how trustees, fellows, and overseers were chosen, and how legislative changes could alter a college's course without erasing its original mission.
What you’ll experience- Clear explanations of self-perpetuating boards and the roles of trustees, fellows, and overseers
- Examples of how state revisions and denominational ties affected college charters
- Snapshots of notable shifts in governance at Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth, and more
- Ambitious stories of legal battles and constitutional questions around college authority
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