George Wells Knight / John Rogers Commons
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Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
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The History Of Higher Education In Ohio (1891) by George Wells Knight is a comprehensive account of the development of higher education institutions in the state of Ohio. The book provides a detailed look at the founding and growth of colleges and universities in Ohio, from the establishment of the Ohio University in 1804 to the opening of the Western Reserve University in 1882.The author begins by discussing the early efforts to establish higher education in Ohio, including the establishment of private academies and the founding of the Ohio University. He then goes on to describe the growth of public universities, such as the Miami University and the Ohio State University, as well as the establishment of private colleges like Oberlin College and Kenyon College.Knight also explores the role of religion in higher education, discussing the founding of religious colleges such as the University of Dayton and the Xavier University. He also examines the impact of the Civil War on higher education in Ohio, including the establishment of the Ohio Agricultural and Mechanical College (now known as Ohio State University) and the Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphans’ Home.Throughout the book, Knight provides detailed information on the founding of each institution, the challenges they faced, and their contributions to higher education in Ohio. He also includes biographical sketches of notable educators and administrators, as well as a comprehensive index of colleges and universities in the state.Overall, The History Of Higher Education In Ohio (1891) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in the United States, and provides a fascinating look at the development of colleges and universities in Ohio during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
