Kalamazoo College is a private liberal arts college in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Founded in 1833 by Baptist ministers as the Michigan and Huron Institute, Kalamazoo is the oldest private college in Michigan. From 1840 to 1850, the institute operated as the Kalamazoo Branch of the University of Michigan. After receiving its charter from the state in 18…
Kalamazoo College is a private liberal arts college in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Founded in 1833 by Baptist ministers as the Michigan and Huron Institute, Kalamazoo is the oldest private college in Michigan. From 1840 to 1850, the institute operated as the Kalamazoo Branch of the University of Michigan. After receiving its charter from the state in 1855, the institute changed its name to Kalamazoo College.
Former names: Michigan and Huron Institute (1833–1837) · Kalamazoo Literary Institute (1837–1840, 1850–1855) · Kalamazoo Branch of the University of Michigan (1838–1850)
Motto: Lux Esto (Latin)
Motto in English: Be Light
Type: Private liberal arts college
Established: April 22, 1833
Religious affiliation: Not affiliated · Baptist (historical)
Academic affiliations: GLCA · CIC · Annapolis Group · Oberlin Group · CLAC
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