The History | 125th Ashland University

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- Introduction - 1700 The Brethren Church - 1878 The Beginning - 1888 The New Charter - 1898 A New Start - 1901 Early Campus Life - 1906 The Seminary - 1911 The Middle Years - 1946 A Period of Growth - 1977 Liberal Arts College - 2003 AU Today

In 1708, Schwarzenau, Germany, a small band of "brothers" risked their lives for the freedom of the mind, the freedom of the person and the freedom of the church.

They escaped from Germany, through the Netherlands to Pennsylvania, and on to Ashland where the dreams of these freedoms and the vision to teach them to their children became reality.

The original heritage risked comfort and security in hopes of reaching new horizons in the new world. This same heritage continues as a new vision created by people who dream of more.

Ashland University is a campus not unlike the old, where the dreams for the freedom of the mind, the freedom of the church as well as the dreams for the future become reality.

Ashland College Roots
Produced for the centennial celebration at Ashland College in 1978.

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125th Anniversary Celebration
This video highlights the 125 year history of Ashland University.

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