The History of the Austin College Building and Old Main at Sam Houston State University

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Title: The History of the Austin College Building and Old Main at Sam Houston State University
Language: English
Authors: Singer, Erin, Shields, Samantha
Source: American Educational History Journal. 2017 44(2):87-101.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 15
Publication Date: 2017
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
Descriptors: Educational History, Teacher Education Programs, School Buildings, Universities, Student Attitudes, College Students
Geographic Terms: Texas
ISSN: 1535-0584
Abstract: Austin Hall and Old Main serve as the heart of what is now Sam Houston State University. The buildings' rich histories help one to understand how Sam Houston State University and its proud teacher education heritage came to be. To begin with Austin Hall's story, the University's original building has a unique and interesting tale that journeys through Texas' history. Eventually Old Main would join Austin Hall, becoming Texas' first building to be purposed for teacher training. The history of the Austin College Building and Old Main at Sam Houston State University is presented in this article.
Abstractor: ERIC
Number of References: 13
Entry Date: 2017
Access URL: https://www.infoagepub.com/products/American-Educational-History-Journal-Vol-44
Accession Number: EJ1158642
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Austin Hall and Old Main serve as the heart of what is now Sam Houston State University. The buildings' rich histories help one to understand how Sam Houston State University and its proud teacher education heritage came to be. To begin with Austin Hall's story, the University's original building has a unique and interesting tale that journeys through Texas' history. Eventually Old Main would join Austin Hall, becoming Texas' first building to be purposed for teacher training. The history of the Austin College Building and Old Main at Sam Houston State University is presented in this article.
ISSN:1535-0584