Lincoln University

Lincoln University is a historically African American university located in Oxford, Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Wilmington, Delaware. It was founded in 1854 as the Ashmun Institute by John Miller Dickey and his wife, Sarah Emlen Cresson, and was later renamed Lincoln University in 1866 in honor of Abraham Lincoln. The university has a long history of providing education to African American students, including notable figures such as Langston Hughes, Thurgood Marshall, and Hiram Revels. The university is also affiliated with the United Methodist Church and has a strong connection to the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

History

The history of Lincoln University dates back to 1854 when it was founded as the Ashmun Institute by John Miller Dickey and his wife, Sarah Emlen Cresson. The institute was established to provide education to African American students, who were denied access to education at the time. In 1866, the institute was renamed Lincoln University in honor of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. The university has a long history of providing education to notable figures, including Langston Hughes, who attended the university in the 1920s, and Thurgood Marshall, who graduated from the university in 1930. The university has also been affiliated with the United Methodist Church and has a strong connection to the African Methodist Episcopal Church, which was founded by Richard Allen in 1816. Other notable figures associated with the university include Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, and W.E.B. Du Bois.

Academics

The academics at Lincoln University are diverse and include a range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The university offers degrees in fields such as Business Administration, Education, Engineering, and Health Sciences, among others. The university is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and has a strong reputation for providing high-quality education to its students. The university has also been recognized for its programs in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Physics, which are supported by organizations such as the National Science Foundation and the Department of Energy. The university has partnerships with other institutions, including Penn State University, University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University, which provide students with access to a range of academic and research opportunities. Notable academics associated with the university include Ralph Bunche, who was a professor of Political Science at the university, and Melville Herskovits, who was a professor of Anthropology.

Campus

The campus of Lincoln University is located in Oxford, Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Wilmington, Delaware. The campus is situated on a 422-acre site and features a range of modern and historic buildings, including the Langston Hughes Memorial Library and the Thurgood Marshall Living Learning Center. The campus is also home to a range of student organizations and facilities, including the Student Union Building and the Health and Wellness Center. The university has a strong commitment to sustainability and has implemented a range of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including the use of Solar Energy and Wind Energy. The campus is also located near a range of cultural and historical attractions, including the Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and Gettysburg National Military Park.

Notable alumni and faculty

Lincoln University has a long history of producing notable alumni and faculty, including Langston Hughes, Thurgood Marshall, and Hiram Revels. Other notable alumni include Melvin B. Tolson, who was a professor of English at the university, and Nnamdi Azikiwe, who was the first President of Nigeria. The university has also been associated with a range of notable figures, including Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, and W.E.B. Du Bois. The university has a strong connection to the Civil Rights Movement and has been involved in a range of social justice initiatives, including the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom and the Selma to Montgomery Marches. Notable faculty members include Ralph Bunche, who was a professor of Political Science at the university, and Melville Herskovits, who was a professor of Anthropology.

Athletics

The athletics program at Lincoln University is known as the Lincoln Lions and competes in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA). The university offers a range of sports programs, including Football, Basketball, Baseball, and Track and Field. The university has a strong reputation for producing talented athletes, including NFL players such as Andre Waters and John Taylor. The university has also been associated with a range of notable sports figures, including Jesse Owens, who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics, and Wilma Rudolph, who competed in the 1960 Summer Olympics. The university has partnerships with other institutions, including Penn State University and University of Pennsylvania, which provide students with access to a range of athletic and recreational facilities. The university is also a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and competes in Division II athletics. Category:Historically black colleges and universities