Congratulation to the University of Iowa on its 175th anniversary! The faculty and staff of the Department of Religious Studies are honored to be a part of this esteemed university, and are proud that our department has contributed to the UI for 95 years.
Below is a snapshot from "Milestones in University of Iowa History", and the "Iowa Celebrating 175 Years" webpages.
The State University of Iowa is established on February 25, 1847—59 days after Iowa became a state—as the second official act of the General Assembly of Iowa. Inside what is now known as “Old Capitol,” Iowa lawmakers declare that the fledgling school will serve as the state’s institution of higher learning, one that will provide the state its future doctors, lawyers, and other professionals. In September 1855, the student body numbers 124, of which 41 are women.
Congratulations to the University of Iowa!
