This comprehensive history of higher education in Ohio covers the development of the state's colleges and universities from the early 19th century to the present day. From the establishment of Ohio University in 1804 to the growth of the state's public university system in the 20th century, this book offers a detailed look at the people, institutions, and policies that have shaped Ohio's higher education landscape.
This book provides a comprehensive account of the history and administration of land grants for education in the five states of the Northwest Territory. Beginning with the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, which set aside land for public education in the region, Knight traces the development and implementation of land grant policies through the 19th and early 20th centuries. His analysis sheds light on the challenges and opportunities that the land grant system presented for the development of education and agriculture in the region, and offers valuable insights into the history of American education more broadly.