The Old Time College President

By George P. Schmidt

Book Overview

"The Old Time College President" explores the significant role of the college president in American higher education during the foundational centuries of the nation's academic institutions. This scholarly study, edited by George P. Schmidt and the Faculty of Political Science of Columbia University, examines the multifaceted responsibilities of these early leaders, who served not only as administrators but also as moral guides, intellectual pillars, and religious figures within their communities.

The work traces the development of the presidential office from the colonial era through the mid-nineteenth century, highlighting the transition from a clerical-dominated leadership to a more secular and administrative model. It provides insight into the daily challenges faced by these pioneers of academia, including curriculum development, student discipline, and the financial survival of their institutions. By analyzing the personal and professional lives of influential figures, the text offers a window into the socio-cultural forces that shaped the modern American university system.

Ideal for historians of education and those interested in the evolution of institutional leadership, "The Old Time College President" remains a definitive resource for understanding the roots of collegiate administration and the enduring legacy of those who guided early American colleges through periods of profound change.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1025371755
• ISBN13: 9781025371757
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"