The Bowery Boys: New York City History #90 Columbia University
Sep 13, 2009
Explore the fascinating history of Columbia University, originally established as King's College in 1754. Discover its humble beginnings with just eight students and its transformation during the American Revolution, featuring pivotal figures like John Jay and Alexander Hamilton. Learn about significant campus relocations to Morningside Heights and the impactful educational reforms, including the introduction of the core curriculum in 1919. Delve into the university's evolution through the tumultuous social changes of the 1960s.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Legacy of Columbia University
01:36 • 7min
Foundations of King's College and Its Early Days
08:20 • 2min
From King's College to Columbia: A Revolutionary Journey
10:22 • 18min
The Transformation of Columbia University
28:00 • 8min
The Evolution of Columbia University’s Core Curriculum
35:53 • 2min
Columbia's Turbulent Transformation
37:49 • 4min
Anticipation for Paris and Upcoming Episodes
41:59 • 2min