-
1150
University of Paris
Founded in 1150 the University of Paris is one of the first universities and was broken up into four faculties, Arts, Law, Medicine and Theology. -
1150
University of Oxford
One of the most prestigious universities to date was established in 1167. -
1158
University of Bologna
The University of Bologna, established in 1158, has developed to be one of the most impact universities of its time. -
1209
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge established by several University of Oxford ex-students. -
1229
Strike of 1229 at University of Paris.
The University of Paris strike of 1229, derived from a fight involving students and locals. The punishment led to student deaths, and the University of Paris revolt led to further university reform. -
Establishment of Virginia
Virginia established as the first colony. This establishment paved the way for the development of the remainder of our country. -
Founding of Harvard
Establishment of Harvard University. Harvard would develop as a World leader in Higher Education. -
Establishment of the University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania went on to become one of the nations more prestigious universities. -
University of Pennsylvania Develops 1st Medical School
The development of the first medical school was the landmark event that would later be the basis for research and studying that eventually would change the way universities functioned. -
Establishment of 1st Law School
WIlliam and Mary developed the first ever Law School. -
Establishment of University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is developed. -
Horace Holley Tenure
1818 marks the beginning of the Presidential tenure at Transylvania University for Horace Holley, a controversial President. -
Yale Report of 1828
The Yale Report of 1828 was a landmark event that established Yale's position on the liberal art education, and the importance of development a well rounded disciplined mind. -
Establishment of Mount Holyoke College
The seminary of Mount Holyoke College was developed. This is the first all womens college. The significance of allowing for an all women's college opened the door for access to some of the most influential people of all time. -
Morrill Act of 1890
Morrill Act was a land grant act that donated Public Lands to the several States and Territories which may provide Colleges for the benefit of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts -
College Entrance Exam
Development of the college entrance exam. This exam leveled the playing field and allowed for a universal measuring stick for college admission offices to choose to enroll students. -
American Association of Universities
Development of AAU to advance academic freedom and shared governance. -
Howard Savage Report
Howard Savage Report to the Carnegie Foundation for the advancement of teaching. This report highlighted the issue of athletic directors and coaches abusing practices to become more competitive. -
Women Increase Enrollment
Throughout this time period there was a significant rise in the enrollment of women all across Higher Education. Specifically in 1930, women made up 44% of all enrolled Higher Education students. -
Establishing definition for Tenure
Tenure is defined as no more than a 7 year probationary period prior to awarding tenure. Tenure allows and secures academic freedom for faculty. -
Establishment of GI Bill
G.I Bill allowed for veterans to better themselves through taking the path of education specifically via Higher Education. This event exceeded all expectations and spiked the population of students. -
Higher Education for American Democracy
Truman Commission Report of 1946 was an incredibly controversial report that identified Higher Education and its impact or lack of impact on society. -
Housing Act of 1950
The Housing Act of 1950 authorized loans to construct college residence halls. -
Brown v. Board of Education
Brown v. Board of Education in 1954 established that separation of public schools between white and black individuals was unconstitutional. This was a landmark event for separate but equal events and actions for years to come. -
Higher Education Act of 1965
Signing of the Higher Education Act of 1965 provided grants for several types of college services including libraries and undergraduate programs, as well authorized guaranteed student loans. -
Title IX
Title IX act is a federal law enforced in the United States of America. Title IX is a portion of the United States Amendments of 1972. Equality among genders. -
Federal Pell Grant Program
Named in honor of Claiborne Pell, a Federal Pell Grant is a grant awarded to students that does not need to be paid back. This is to support students who want higher education, however are unable to financially afford it. -
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
FERPA is a federal privacy law that gives parents certain protections with regard to their children's education records, such as report cards, transcripts, disciplinary records, contact and family information and class schedules. -
Southeastern Community College v. Davis
Southeastern Community College v. Davis in 1979 was a landmark case that hit home to section 504 of the ADA. This highlighted that reasonable accommodations were required to be met for individuals with disabilities in an educational setting. -
Americans With Disabilities Act
Establishment of this civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on disability. Colleges and universities had to appease the rules and regulations set forth by this act. -
School to Work Opportunities Act
School to Work Opportunities Act (STWOA). Enacted in 1994 to meet the needs for more school to employment programs. The act increased students participation in schools and improved their academic achievements. -
Tax Relief Act
This act allowed students who were working to deduct tuition payments on their federal tax returns. -
College Cost Reduction and Access Act
This act was signed in order to provide students with financial support to access higher education. -
Virginia Tech Massacre
This landmark event showed light to campus security and safety. Institutions everywhere had to revamp their protocols. -
Post 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008
An extension to the G.I Bill, that gave comprehensive educational benefits to veterans and service members and their family members.
