embarked on a steamboat journey from Knoxville in May 1893 to witness the laying of the cornerstone for the Main Building, completed in 1895 with a distinctive five-story square tower. However, on December 1, 1904 a fire originating from a chimney razed the original Main Building. In its place, rose a new brick structure dedicated in 1905.
The school experienced significant growth following the dedication of the "New" Main Building, leading to the construction of Irwin Library in 1912. Johnson's leadership persisted until his death in 1925, after which his wife, Emma Elizabeth Johnson, assumed the presidency until her death in 1927.
Alva Ross Brown became the third president at the recommendation of Emma Johnson, becoming one of the youngest college presidents in the United States at 21 years old. Brown's tenure lasted until his death in 1941.
Following the death of Brown, the trustees appointed Robert M Bell as the fourth president. Under Bell's leadership, the college navigated financial challenges and expanded …
SAT EBRW 25%
460
SAT EBRW 75%
530
SAT Math 25th %
430
SAT Math 75th %
560
ACT Composite 25th %
19
ACT Composite 50th %
21
ACT Composite 75th %
24
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