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The College Beautiful: A Handbook of Lafayette College, at Easton, Penna (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A more radical influence has been at'work' for several years in the demand Of certain professional schools for work in college in anticipation of the more fundamental needs of the_professions. To meet these demands, Hebrew, New Testament Greek, Theism, Christian Evidences, the History Of Philosophy, and some other courses are Offered to those preparing for the ministry; Constitutional History, Black stone, International Law, and kindred courses, to the stu dents Of law; while in response to the large demands of some Of the medical schools, a course in Biology, extend ing over nearly half of the junior and senior years, in con nection with the usual courses in Chemistry and Physics, prepares the graduate for admission to the second year of these schools.
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- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 1331132606
- ISBN 13 9781331132608
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages120
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history, ideals, and continuing legacy of Lafayette College, a small Christian college founded in 1826. The author traces the college's origins in the efforts of local citizens to establish a center for higher education in Easton, Pennsylvania, and explores the deep Christian commitment of its founders, who sought to establish an institution where students would be nurtured in both intellectual and spiritual growth. The author emphasizes the college's commitment to sound scholarship alongside a rigorous moral and religious environment, providing a detailed account of Lafayette's various academic pursuits both past and present. The author explores the evolution of Lafayette's curriculum, from its early focus on classical studies to its expansion into scientific and technical fields, all within the context of a liberal arts education. The author also examines the role of the college in the broader history of American higher education, highlighting its contributions to fields such as engineering, chemistry, and the humanities. The book concludes by reflecting on the enduring significance of Lafayette College as a model of excellence in undergraduate education, balancing the pursuit of knowledge with the cultivation of moral character. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331132608_0
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