A History of Olivet College: 1844-1900

By Wolcott B Williams

Book Overview

""A History of Olivet College: 1844-1900"" is a book written by Wolcott B. Williams and published in 1901. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Olivet College, a small liberal arts college located in Olivet, Michigan. The author traces the college's origins back to its founding in 1844 by a group of Congregationalist ministers and laymen. He describes the early struggles the college faced, including financial difficulties and a lack of students, as well as the efforts of its founders to establish it as a center of higher learning in the Midwest.The book also covers the growth and development of Olivet College during the latter half of the 19th century. Williams discusses the various academic programs that were offered at the college, including theology, classical studies, and the natural sciences. He also describes the role that the college played in the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad, as well as its contributions to the development of the Congregationalist church in the United States.Throughout the book, Williams provides a wealth of information about the people who played key roles in the history of Olivet College, including its founders, faculty members, and students. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations that help to bring the college's history to life.Overall, ""A History of Olivet College: 1844-1900"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of the early years of one of the Midwest's most important liberal arts colleges. It will be of interest to anyone who is interested in the history of higher education in the United States, as well as to those who have a connection to Olivet College and its rich legacy.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104594196
• ISBN13: 9781104594190
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"