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An Address Before the Association of the Alumni of the University of the City of New-York - Softcover

June 26, 1855

 
9781333277321: An Address Before the Association of the Alumni of the University of the City of New-York

Synopsis

This book discusses the early history of New York University, established in 1831. The author maintains that the University’s founders intended to create a full-spectrum educational institution that would be a leader in the advancement of knowledge. Furthermore, the author argues that the University has a responsibility to uphold the original vision of its founders by continuing to expand its offerings, especially in the realm of professional education. The book provides a historical account of the University’s development, from its founding through the 1850s, with particular attention to the role of the author as its first Chancellor. It also discusses the University’s significance in the context of higher education in the United States and its influence on the development of New York City as a center of learning and culture.

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