Morehouse College

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

MHC_CUPOLA_HORZ_WHITE
Morehouse_College_courtyard_entrance
Morehouse_graduates_react_to_President_Barack_Obama_May_2013_P051913ps-0527
Error creating thumbnail:
Graves_Hall,_Morehouse_College_2016
Error creating thumbnail:
Kilgore_Campus_Center,_Morehouse_College,_2016
Ray_Charles_Performing_Arts_Center,_Morehouse_College
Chapel_Bell_Morehouse_College
Morehouse College
150px
MottoEt Facta Est Lux
Motto in English
And there was light
TypePrivate, HBCU
Established1867
PresidentDavid A. Thomas
Undergraduates2,206 (Fall 2020)
Location, ,
CampusUrban, 61 acres
ColorsMaroon and White
NicknameMaroon Tigers
AffiliationsAtlanta University Center Consortium
Websitewww.morehouse.edu


Morehouse College is a private, historically black men's liberal arts college located in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1867, it is one of the few remaining traditional men's liberal arts colleges in the United States. Morehouse is known for its emphasis on the development of leadership skills and its commitment to producing graduates who are prepared to make a positive impact on society.

History[edit | edit source]

Morehouse College was founded in 1867 as the Augusta Institute in Augusta, Georgia, by William Jefferson White, an African American minister and cabinetmaker, with the support of the American Baptist Home Mission Society. The institution moved to Atlanta in 1879 and was renamed the Atlanta Baptist Seminary. In 1913, the school was renamed Morehouse College in honor of Henry L. Morehouse, a prominent Baptist minister and supporter of the college.

Academics[edit | edit source]

Morehouse College offers a variety of undergraduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and business. The college is organized into three academic divisions: the Division of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Division of Science and Mathematics, and the Division of Business Administration and Economics. Morehouse is known for its rigorous academic standards and its commitment to fostering intellectual growth and critical thinking.

Campus[edit | edit source]

The Morehouse College campus is located in the Atlanta University Center (AUC), a consortium of historically black colleges and universities that includes Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and the Interdenominational Theological Center. The 61-acre campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including Graves Hall, the oldest building on campus, and the Ray Charles Performing Arts Center.

Student Life[edit | edit source]

Morehouse College has a vibrant student life with numerous student organizations, including academic clubs, fraternities, and service organizations. The college is also known for its strong tradition of community service and social activism. Morehouse students are encouraged to engage in leadership development and to participate in activities that promote social justice and community improvement.

Athletics[edit | edit source]

Morehouse College's athletic teams, known as the Maroon Tigers, compete in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) of the NCAA Division II. The college offers a variety of sports, including football, basketball, track and field, and cross country. Morehouse has a rich athletic tradition and has produced several notable athletes.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

Morehouse College has a distinguished list of alumni, including civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., filmmaker Spike Lee, and former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson. The college takes pride in its alumni network and the achievements of its graduates in various fields.

Related Pages[edit | edit source]


Template:Georgia (U.S. state) university and college


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD