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Exercises at the Laying of the Corner Stone of the Shannon Observatory and Physical Laboratory (Classic Reprint): Colby University, Sept. 26, 1889 - Couverture souple
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Memorializing a landmark moment in Colby’s science future, this excerpt captures the dedication of the Shannon Observatory and the college’s evolving approach to research and teaching.
This collection presents speeches from the 1889 ceremony marking the laying of a new observatory and laboratory. It frames science as a core part of higher education, pairing remarks about facilities with ideas on how students learn through hands-on experiments and study of the heavens. The speakers describe the building as an environment that will support physics, astronomy, and chemistry, while stressing the role of faculty, donors, and students in advancing knowledge for the wider world.
- Explore how early college leaders framed science education and its place in general culture.
- Learn about the people honored in the ceremony, including Colby donors and faculty speakers.
- See how the building’s design and planned equipment were meant to foster experimentation and discovery.
- Get a sense of college life in the late 19th century, including student attitudes and institutional ambitions.
Ideal for readers interested in the history of science education, college rituals, and the growth of Colby University during this era.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents the program for the laying of the cornerstone for the Shannon Observatory and Physical Laboratory at Colby University in 1889. The cornerstone marked the establishment of a distinct department for scientific and astronomical studies at the university. It examines the university's history, its development, and its growing scientific aspirations as it moved toward offering advanced programs in astronomy and physics. The text presents speeches from the event that offer glimpses into the hopes and vision of the faculty and administration for the future of the university. The cornerstone laying was a milestone in Colby University's evolution, demonstrating its commitment to expanding the frontiers of knowledge and educating future generations of scientists and scholars. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334684036_0
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Exercises at the Laying of the Corner Stone of the Shannon Observatory and Physical Laboratory Colby University, Sept 26, 1889 Classic Reprint
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Exercises at the Laying of the Corner Stone of the Shannon Observatory and Physical Laboratory Colby University, Sept 26, 1889 Classic Reprint
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