Proceedings Of The. Convocation - Softcover

University Of The State Of New York

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0371230497 ISBN 13: 9780371230497

Publisher: HardPress, 1871

Synopsis

Proceedings Of The Convocation is a compiled record of the Eighth Anniversary of the University Convocation of the State of New York, held August 1–3, 1871, and published in 1872. This volume includes the official proceedings, opening address by the Chancellor, minutes of the Convocation, lists of registered members, and a series of scholarly papers presented during the sessions. Topics cover education policy and curricular issues, featuring contributions on the Pronunciation of Greek and Latin by Nehemiah W. Benedict; A Classification of General Divisions of Study by Hyland C. Kirk; Classical Study by Tayler Lewis; Primary Education by Oran W. Morris; The Metric System of Weights and Measures by Frederick A. Barnard; Reports on Honorary Degrees; University Necrology; and remarks on Notation by Paul Roulet, among others. The collection also documents responses to debates on endowments, the role of classical studies, and the development of a state university’s governance and examinations. As a historical artifact, this volume offers valuable insight into 19th-century educational reform and state policy in New York.

Edition details

• Publisher: HardPress
• Publication date: 1871
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0371230497
• ISBN 13: 9780371230497
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288