Dickinson College

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Dickinson College

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Motto	Pietate et Doctrina Tuta Libertas
Motto in English	Freedom is made safe through character and learning
Type	Private
Established	1773
Endowment	$500 million (2021)
President	John E. Jones III
Undergraduates	2,300
Location	Carlisle , Pennsylvania , United States
Campus	Small town
Colors	Red and White
Nickname	Red Devils
Mascot	Red Devil
Website	www.dickinson.edu

Dickinson College is a private liberal arts college in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1773 as Carlisle Grammar School, it was chartered as a college by a charter from the Pennsylvania General Assembly in 1783. The college was named in honor of John Dickinson, a signer of the U.S. Constitution and a prominent figure in the early history of the United States.

History

Dickinson College was originally established as a grammar school in 1773. It was chartered as a college in 1783, making it one of the oldest colleges in the United States. The college was named after John Dickinson, who was a signer of the Constitution and a prominent advocate for education.

Campus

The campus of Dickinson College is located in the small town of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The college's historic buildings include Old West, which was designed by Benjamin Latrobe, the architect of the United States Capitol. The campus also features the Waidner-Spahr Library, the Kline Center, and the Holland Union Building.

Academics

Dickinson College offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in the liberal arts. The college is known for its strong emphasis on global education, with a high percentage of students participating in study abroad programs. The college also offers unique programs in environmental studies, international business, and security studies.

Student Life

Dickinson College has a vibrant student life with numerous student organizations, clubs, and Greek life options. The college's athletic teams, known as the Dickinson Red Devils, compete in the NCAA Division III and are members of the Centennial Conference.

Notable Alumni

Dickinson College has produced many notable alumni, including:

• James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States
• Roger Brooke Taney, the fifth Chief Justice of the United States
• Spencer Fullerton Baird, a noted naturalist and the second Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution

Related Pages

• Liberal arts college
• Carlisle, Pennsylvania
• John Dickinson
• Centennial Conference
• NCAA Division III