
History of Randolph-Macon College, Virginia. The Oldest Incorporated Methodist College in America
Uncovering the Legacy of a Methodist Educational PioneerBy Richard IrbyLength7h 44m
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In "History of Randolph-Macon College, Virginia: The Oldest Incorporated Methodist College in America," Richard Irby meticulously chronicles the evolution of this venerable institution from its inception in the 1830s. Utilizing a blend of archival research and narrative history, Irby provides not only a chronological account of events but also a rich context regarding the college's role in the Methodist Church and the broader landscape of American higher education. His literary style balances scholarly rigor with accessible prose, making complex historical developments understandable for both academic and lay audiences alike. Richard Irby, an esteemed historian and educator with deep ties to the Methodist community, draws from a wealth of personal experience and extensive research into the intersection of religion and education. His insights are shaped by a long-standing commitment to preserving the heritage of American institutions of learning, particularly those rooted in specific theological traditions. This sense of duty propels the narrative, emphasizing the significance of Randolph-Macon College not only as an educational establishment but as a beacon of Methodist values throughout its storied past. This book is a must-read for educators, historians, and anyone interested in the development of higher education in the United States. Irby'Äôs engaging account serves as both a tribute to Randolph-Macon's legacy and a reminder of the vital role such institutions play in shaping cultural and spiritual identities.
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GenreHistory
Length7 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE.
3LOCATION AND NAMING OF THE COLLEGE.
4FIFTH MEETING OF THE BOARD.
5FROM LANDON C. GARLAND.
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6FROM M. P. PARKS.
7SIXTH MEETING OF THE BOARD, JULY 4, 1832.
8"MARTHA WASHINGTON COLLEGE,
9COLLEGE YEAR 1844-'45.
10COLLEGE YEAR 1845-'46.
11THE RANDOLPH-MACON MAGAZINE.
12COLLEGE YEAR 1853-'54.
13COLLEGE YEAR 1854-'55.
14COLLEGE YEAR 1856-'57.
15COLLEGE YEAR 1857-'58.
16THE ENDOWMENT RAISED TO $100,000.
17COLLEGE YEAR 1859-'60.
18A. B.
19COLLEGE YEAR 1861-'62.
20WAR HISTORY.
21INTERLUDE.
22REMOVAL OF THE COLLEGE.
23JOHN HANNON'S SKETCH OF DR. DUNCAN.
24LETTER OF PROF. THOMAS R. PRICE, LL. D.
25RANDOLPH-MACON COLLEGE AND THE STUDY OF ENGLISH.
26REV. W. W. BENNETT, D. D.
27APPENDIX.
28SESSION OF 1889-1890.
29SESSION 1890-'91.
30SESSION 1892-1893.
31SESSION 1895-1896.
32RANDOLPH-MACON WOMAN'S COLLEGE.
33JUNE, 1897.
34RANDOLPH-MACON WOMAN'S COLLEGE.
35SESSION 1897-1898.
36FRANKLIN LITERARY SOCIETY.
37JUDGE.